Air Products expands Malaysia LNG-based ASU with 2027 onstream, boosting regional growth
Oct 7, 2026, 1:17 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Longer-term capacity expansion and strategic partnerships in a high-growth region support APD's earnings power; delayed material impact to 2027 reduces near-term volatility but signals durable demand and competitive positioning.
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Air Products announced a definitive agreement to design, build, and operate an LNG-based air separation unit (ASU) at the Pengerang LNG regasification terminal in Johor. The plant will produce more than 600 tonnes per day of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon and is expected to come onstream in early 2027, expanding APD's LNG-ASU footprint in Asia and supporting Malaysia's industrial growth.
APD to design, build, operate LNG-based ASU at Pengerang, Johor.
Output >600 tonnes/day of O2, N2, Ar; onstream by early 2027.
Fifth LNG-based ASU in Asia; expands Malaysia footprint and regional growth.
Uses LNG cold energy to boost energy efficiency and lower emissions.
Long-term Malaysia commitment; partners PETRONAS Gas Berhad and DIALOG Group.
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