Braskem, a global petrochemical company that develops sustainable chemical and plastic solutions to improve people's lives, celebrated today the arrival of the  Brave Future , its newest vessel. The start of operations for the approximately R$ 500 million ship, which will operate between the United States, Mexico, and Brazil, marks an expansion of the company's strategy to increase its logistics autonomy, reduce maritime transport costs, and strengthen its global competitiveness. The christening ceremony was held in China at the YAMIC shipyard, the company responsible for building the vessel.

Designed as an ethane carrier with a length of 188 meters, a capacity of 36,000 m³, and capable of transporting cargo at temperatures as low as -104°C, the vessel was financed by Ocean Yield and will be operated by Hartmann Reederei. It is equipped with a dual-fuel engine that runs on bunker oil and ethane. The ship boasts high fuel efficiency and propulsion system performance, with CO² emissions approximately 40% lower than the average fleet currently in operation.

"Brave Future is a strategic asset that enhances our logistics autonomy, provides greater predictability to operations, and strengthens our position as a global leader in the petrochemical industry," said Hardi Schuck, Director of Braskem Trading & Shipping (BT&S). Before the christening, the vessel underwent sea trials-a rigorous testing phase at sea to assess safety, speed, maneuverability, and equipment performance before commercial operations begin.

With the new vessel, Braskem now has two dedicated ethane carriers in its fleet-Brave Future and Brilliant Future. In 2026, BT&S expects the delivery of four more vessels to serve Braskem. This structure reinforces the company's commitment to innovative, sustainable logistics solutions aligned with the demands of global maritime trade.

About Braskem
Braskem is a global, human-oriented petrochemical company with a forward-looking approach, cultivating strong relationships and generating value for all. Offering sustainable chemical and plastic solutions to improve people's lives, the company has a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for various sectors, including food packaging, construction, industrial, automotive, agribusiness, healthcare, and hygiene, among others. Braskem believes that disruptive innovation is the only path to establishing a new relationship with the planet. That's why it chooses to act in the present, promoting plastic circularity and driving the revolution of bio-based materials. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the U.S., Mexico, and Germany, the company exports its products to customers in over 71 countries through its 8,500 team members who operate globally under a management model that demonstrates a commitment to ethics, compliance with regulations in all countries, and respect for responsible competitiveness.
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