Boston-Shell Sulphur Solutions was officially launched Sept. 18 at the TFI World Conference in Boston. Shell says the new unit brings together for the first time its global sulfur expertise and experience. They will be focused on delivering and developing world-class sulfur products and applications that provide innovative uses for excess sulfur, as well as meet social and environmental development targets. In addition to Shell’s elemental sulfur, patented products noted last week were SEF, or Sulfur Enhanced Fertilizer, which incorporates micron-sized particles of elemental sulfur within the two most widely used fertilizers – MAP and DAP; SEAMTM Asphalt Modifier, a patented mix additive technology that is both binder extender and asphalt mix modifier; and Sulfur Cement and Concrete, a durable concrete, producing an attractive, high-strength product with short setting times. “Shell has long been established in the sulfur industry, most notably through Shell Canada’s renowned experience,” said Egbert Veldman, Shell vice president, based in the United Kingdom. “The creation of Shell Sulphur Solutions means we can now better leverage this experience across the Shell Group and apply extra resources and R&D capabilities throughout the world to support the growing energy needs while achieving sustainable development targets.” Veldman said the new unit reflects Shell’s commitment to the sulfur industry and its valued customer base. “Together with a strong team of professionals, our aim is to offer new and existing customers a service we can all be proud of.” Veldman was previously vice president of Shell’s bitumen division. Shell Sulphur Solutions is a part of Shell’s B2B business. Sources estimated that the new sulfur unit created some 135 new jobs.
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