BASF Zhanjiang

Today marks an exciting new chapter for us at BASF Zhanjiang, as we officially inaugurate the General and Functional Site Buildings (GFB)!   Our colleagues have moved into the new administrative building. At the same time, our central canteen has opened its doors, offering a welcoming space for employees to gather, collaborate, and enjoy healthy meals together.   These new facilities reflect our commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment, strengthening the sense of belonging among our team. By providing modern, comfortable, and inspiring workspaces, we aim to further enhance collaboration, drive innovation, and empower our teams to achieve excellence.   As we settle into our new home, we are energized by the opportunities and challenges ahead, and deeply grateful for the journey that brought us here. A heartfelt thank you to all partners and dedicated team members who made this possible.   Here’s to new beginnings, stronger connections, and shared successes! #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #ZhanjiangVerbundSite #LetsDoIt #MegaProjectsAsia #NewBeginnings #EmployeeWellbeing

Safety always begins with each of us! This week, we are excited to kick off our annual Global Safety Days 2025 (GSD) at the BASF Zhanjiang Verbund site – a valued tradition dedicated to reinforcing our robust safety culture and safeguarding the well-being of everyone in our community.  This year's theme, "Safety Begins with Me," aligns with China's National Safety Month theme: "Every Person Advocates Safety, Every Individual Masters Emergency Response – Identifying Hidden Hazards Around Us." Our focus is on individual accountability and collective actions to foster a safer workplace. Throughout this meaningful week, we are engaging every employee and contractor with a range of targeted activities centered on essential pillars crucial to our safe and reliable operations, including: • Compliance with life saving rules  • Mental health awareness  • Prevention of heat-related illnesses At BASF Zhanjiang, safety is always and will be our top priority. Let’s continue to work together, embedding safety into every routine and action we take! As we further strengthen our safety culture, we remain firmly on track for the safe and successful startup of our Zhanjiang Verbund site. #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #ZhanjiangVerbundSite #GlobalSafetyDays #Safety #LetsDoIt #MegaProjectsAsia #Wellbeing #EmergencyResponse #MentalHealthAwareness  

Today, we proudly launched our second sustainability-themed album, "United for a Greener Future," at the BASF Zhanjiang Verbund site. Featuring dozens of inspiring photographs and artistic creations by our own employees and students from our neighborhood primary schools, the album vividly showcases BASF Zhanjiang's significant achievements in biodiversity conservation, accomplished in close collaboration with local communities. During the event, Marko Murtonen, Senior Vice President of BASF New Verbund Site China and General Manager of BASF Integrated Site (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., reaffirmed BASF's strong commitment to sustainability. We deeply appreciate the active participation and valuable support of our partners from the Zhanjiang Bird Watching Society, Zhanjiang Mangrove Wetland Conservation Foundation, and Zhanjiang Chinese White Dolphin Conservation Association, alongside representatives from local schools and our dedicated employees. At BASF Zhanjiang, biodiversity conservation is an integral part of our sustainability commitment. By partnering closely with local communities, we continue to protect and nurture our region's ecological environment, contributing together toward a greener, more sustainable future. #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #UnitedForAGreenerFuture #CommunityEngagement #Sustainability #MegaProjectsAsia #LetsDoIt 

As the Zhanjiang Verbund site progresses rapidly, we are pleased to present the much anticipated latest episode of #ZJVlog. In this episode, meet three talented young professionals, each contributing to BASF's future development. They come from diverse backgrounds but share a common commitment to excellence. • Song Bingjia, an operator who journeyed over 2,000 kilometers from northwest China to collaborate with global technical experts • John Guo, an instrumentation technician who found his ideal technical role
 • Xu Xingbing, a logistics specialist who is transforming theoretical knowledge into operational efficiency At #BASF Zhanjiang, we recognize that our workforce represents our most valuable asset. Through promoting an inclusive and collaborative environment, we enable our teams to innovate, excel, and contribute significantly to the site's remarkable growth. Watch their full stories and discover how we are empowering the next generation of operational talent! #BASFZhanjiang #ZhanjiangVerbundSite #LetsDoIt #MegaProjectsAsia #OperationalExcellence

We recently hosted another impactful "Women in BASF" event at our Zhanjiang Verbund site, titled "Women in Leadership: Inspiring Stories from Frontline Operations". Female colleagues from various roles—including management, frontline operations, and human resources—shared inspiring insights and personal experiences related to achieving sustainable career growth and maintaining a healthy work-life balance within the chemical industry. This event showcased the invaluable contributions of our female colleagues, whose dedication, expertise, and innovative mindset play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and sustainable development at BASF Zhanjiang. At #BASF, we are deeply committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities and career advancement for everyone. Together, let's continue to empower and uplift one another! #WomenInBASF #AccelerateAction #BASFZhanjiang #BASFZhanjiangVerbundSite #LetsDoIt #MegaProjectsAsia

Recognizing the importance of healthcare and community engagement, BASF Zhanjiang partnered with the Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University to organize a free clinic event in Tiaoshan Village, offering complimentary medical services to local residents. Marko Murtonen, Senior Vice President of New Verbund Site China at BASF and General Manager of BASF Integrated Site (Guangdong) Co. Ltd., warmly welcomed attendees and engaged directly with villagers, reinforcing our commitment to understanding and addressing community needs. The free clinic brought together medical professionals—including specialists, nurses, and pharmacists—who provided expert consultations and personalized healthcare recommendations. As our second event of this kind, with more planned ahead - we remain committed to improving community health and deepening our connections with the local community. Check out the moments captured from the event! #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #MegaProjectsAsia #LetsDoIt #CommunityEngagement 

Exciting progress continues at our BASF Zhanjiang Verbund site! We recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art Dangerous Goods Warehouse and celebrated the outstanding achievement of four million safe working hours on our site logistics project—powerful examples of our unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence. As we steadily advance toward the commissioning phase of our new Verbund site, stay tuned for more exciting updates!   #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #BASFZhanjiangVerbundSite #MegaProjectsAsia #LetsDoIt

As the Year of the Snake approaches, we at BASF Zhanjiang Verbund Site warmly extends our heartfelt wishes to all our colleagues, partners, and the wider community. May this new year bring you prosperity, good health, and happiness. Together, let’s embrace new opportunities and achieve even greater success in the year ahead! 新年快乐! Happy Chinese New Year! #ChineseNewYear2025 #BASF #BASFZhanjiangVerbundSite #BASFZhanjiang #LetsDoIt #MegaProjectsAsia 

As we look back on 2024, it has been nothing short of remarkable. The incredible passion and perseverance of our BASF Zhanjiang Verbund Site team have driven the project to achieve remarkable breakthroughs and milestones. Now, as we step into 2025, let’s carry that momentum forward—with even greater enthusiasm and unwavering belief—to embrace new opportunities and tackle fresh challenges. Together, as one winning team, we are ready to successfully start up the Zhanjiang Verbund site in 2025. Let us make it happen! Watch the Salute 2024 video and join us in celebrating this incredible journey! #Salute2024 #BASF #BASFZhanjiang #BASFZhanjiangVerbundSite #MegaProjectsAsia #LetsDoIt

We’re kicking off 2025 on a high note at the BASF Zhanjiang Verbund Site! On January 9th, we proudly celebrated the inauguration of our new Firefighting Station and Emergency Response Center (ERC)—a testament to our unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence. The event showcased our advanced fire engines and Emergency Response Management System (ERMS). At BASF, safety is our top priority—a core value embraced by every employee to ensure a secure and resilient workplace. A special thank you to Stephan Kothrade for leading this milestone event and reaffirming our dedication to safety. With the new ERC and ERMS now fully operational, we are well prepared to advance toward full-scale operations with confidence. 📸 Check out the event highlights below and share your thoughts with us! #BASF #BASFZhanjiangVerbundSite #BASFZhanjiang #Safety #Teamwork #SafetyCulture #LetsDoThis #MegaProjectsAsia