SIBUR’s Dmitry Konov: betting on expansion

The Russian petrochemical producer is on a drive for growth

Mr Konov marks a dozen years as CEO this year. In that time, he has disposed of non-core assets such as tyre production, and repositioned the company as a producer of petrochemicals: an industry where Russia lags behind other energy superpowers, such as the US. Instead of exporting crude oil and raw gas to unpredictable markets, Mr Konov’s strategy is to use those raw products to make higher-margin plastics, and he has bet on two new projects that will turn Sibur into a global company. In his interview with FT Mr Konov discusses Sibur’s history, future and business strategy.

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