Effective 22 April 2026, the Snetor Group will distribute INEOS Olefins & Polymers’ polyethylene and polypropylene product ranges across several European countries.
Courbevoie, 22 April 2026
The Snetor Group, a leading international distributor of plastics and chemicals, announces the signing of a distribution agreement with INEOS Olefins & Polymers, one of the world’s leading producers of chemicals and polymers.
Effective 22 April 2026, Snetor will distribute INEOS Olefins & Polymers’ polyethylene and polypropylene product ranges in Germany, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. In France, Snetor will market the polyethylene range.
This new partnership builds on INEOS’ established distribution network, further extending its market coverage and deepening its presence across key European markets.
It builds on a long-standing relationship between INEOS Olefins & Polymers and Snetor, which already distributes certain product lines of the Group in other regions worldwide.
Snetor and INEOS Olefins & Polymers strengthen their commitment to the European market
Building on its global expertise and strong local presence, Snetor will bring strong market expertise, technical capability and service, complementing INEOS’ strengths in production, product development and innovation. Combined with INEOS’ strategic EUR 4BN investment in Europe’s most sustainable cracker and EUR 500M investment to transform the Lavera site into a modern low carbon facility, this creates a competitive, future ready proposition for converters and reinforces INEOS commitment to Europe.
Snetor and INEOS join forces to expand access to polyolefins in Europe
This agreement will give more converters access to a stable, domestic supply of high-quality polymer grades manufactured across INEOS’ European production network. With global supply chains facing increasing pressure, INEOS is investing to ensure secure regional supply, a broader product portfolio and innovative sustainability solutions.
A partnership driven by shared ambition and a customer-centric approach
Snetor shares INEOS’ commitment to growth, supporting its strategy to strengthen its downstream presence and enhance service for small and medium sized converters that depend on consistent, high-quality supply. Backed by INEOS’ extensive investment programme, the partnership ensures customers benefit from both strong local supply and leading-edge solutions.
« It is a true honor for Snetor Group to partner with a leading player such as INEOS Olefins & Polymers. This partnership marks a prestigious milestone in our development in the European market « – said Emmanuel Aubourg, Chairman and CEO of Snetor Group.« This agreement reflects the mutual trust between our two groups and our shared ambition to provide our customers with high-quality solutions ».
Rob Ingram, INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe CEO says : « Supported by our long-term investment programme including world scale, lower carbon production assets and recycling ready technologies, this partnership reinforces our deep commitment to European supply. We are ensuring customers can access high quality, locally manufactured polymers they can rely on at a time of increasing volatility. Snetor combine strong market presence and excellent technical capability with a strategy that aligns closely with our own, making them an ideal partner for our next phase of growth ».
About INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe
INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe has the capacity to manufacture over 8.5 million tons of chemicals and polymers at eight sites. These are used to produce a wide range of derivative products that both enable and enhance many aspects of life today. From a broad technology base, the business can produce polymers specifically tailored to provide high value solutions to customers in its chosen market sectors.
More information: Visit INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe website
About Snetor Group
Founded in 1981, Snetor Group is a major global player in the distribution of plastics and chemicals. Its innovative, efficient, and committed strategy has enabled it to become a leader in Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Today, the group is one of the most influential plastic distributors in these markets. With more than 450 employees, the group achieved consolidated revenues of nearly €2 billion in 2025.
More information: www.snetor.com / LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/snetor
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