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INTRODUCTION
SASOL AT A
GLANCE
DRIVING SUSTAINABLE
VALUE CREATION
EXECUTING
STRATEGY
DELIVERING
BUSINESS VALUE
SUMMARISED FINANCIAL
PERFORMANCE
CORPORATE
GOVERNANCE
STRENGTHEN OUR FOUNDATION CONTINUED
Sasol implemented an operational optimisation initiative
focused on improving the utilisation of process byproduct streams from its chemicals manufacturing
operations in Lake Charles. By identifying an alternative
internal use for a previously lower-value stream,
cross-functional teams from operations, technology,
commercial and R&D functions were able to increase
the value extracted from existing resources while
maintaining safe and reliable operations. The project
contributed to a significant contribution margin
improvement through value uplift of Light solvent stripper
overhead streams and increased internal consumption
via integration with existing units on site.
The project demonstrated how existing assets
can be leveraged more effectively without
significant capital investment, creating greater
operational flexibility and improving
overall resource efficiency.
The initiative also highlighted the
value of collaboration across
disciplines, combining process expertise,
commercial insight and innovation capabilities
to unlock new opportunities.
24%*
reduction
in GHG
emissions
Sustainability and progress
against the greenhouse gas
(GHG) emission targets
Achieved a 24%* reduction in GHG
emissions making steady progress
towards our 30% reduction target.
* Off FY17 baseline
For more detail refer to pages 94 and 96
REMUNERATION
REPORT
ASSURANCE /
ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING CREDIBILITY
THROUGH PERFORMANCE
International Chemicals continued
SOLVENT RECOVERY AND VALUE
OPTIMISATION PROJECT IN LAKE
CHARLES
SUSTAINABILITY
REPORT
FOCUSED INVESTMENT TO ENHANCE CAPACITY AND COMPETITIVENESS
In FY26, Sasol International Chemicals approved a €60 million
targeted capital investment at its Brunsbüttel, Germany
operations in its Advanced Materials aluminas asset base.
The investment supports Sasol’s strategy to increase the
share of specialty products, strengthening high-value customer
relationships, and enhancing its portfolio of differentiated
products for key industrial applications.
The project will debottleneck and expand existing production
capacity, reinforcing Sasol’s position as a leading merchant
supplier of specialty spherical alumina supports used in
REDEFINING PERSONAL CARE
Sasol Chemicals is advancing sustainable
innovation through LIVINEX IO 7, a sustainable
surfactant derived from black soldier fly
larvae (BSFL) oil, a co-product of insect
farming that converts organic residues and
low-value agricultural by-streams into high-value
biomass. Designed as a 1:1 drop-in replacement
for conventional mid-cut alcohol ethoxylates, it
delivers equivalent product quality resulting in on
par cleaning performance, without costly
reformulation. Life cycle assessment indicates
that substituting palm kernel oil with BSFL oil can
significantly reduce product carbon footprint while
avoiding additional land-use pressure, deforestation
and long, vulnerable supply chains. By coupling
established manufacturing technologies with
regionally sourced bio-circular feedstocks, LIVINEX
IO 7 exemplifies Sasol’s commitment to reducing
emissions, preserving biodiversity, increasing
resource efficiency and strengthening responsible,
more sustainable value chains.
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advanced catalyst applications that require high levels of
performance and precision. Through energy optimisation and
process improvements, the project is expected to reduce the
product carbon footprint by up to 15% per ton, supporting both
sustainability and competitiveness objectives.
In a challenging European chemicals environment, this
selective, site-specific investment reflects disciplined capital
allocation to strengthen existing operations and enhance site
capability.
Beneficial operation is expected in 2029.
