The Dutch petrochemical industry is under growing pressure as the energy transition accelerates.
High energy prices, limited feedstock availability, and ambitious national climate policies are reshaping the competitive landscape—often tilting the level playing field against Dutch producers compared to peers in other (European) countries with lower energy costs or more flexible regulations.
To stay competitive, companies must enhance efficiency, innovate sustainably, and ensure flawless operational performance.
This means investing in cleaner technologies, electrification, and circular feedstocks—while maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and service. The ability to adapt operations swiftly and cost-effectively will define long-term success.
Operational Excellence (OpEx) programs are a powerful enabler in this transformation.
By embedding continuous improvement, optimizing energy use, and strengthening process discipline through use of a Performance Management System, OpEx helps organizations deliver consistent value despite external pressures.
Accelerant Consulting has extensive experience to helps clients accelerate this journey—bringing proven frameworks, data-driven insights, and change management expertise to unlock performance potential.
The path forward demands both resilience and collaboration. Companies that combine operational excellence with sustainability leadership will not only meet compliance goals but set the benchmark for a competitive, future-ready petrochemical industry in the Netherlands.
