NOVA Chemicals announces first petrochemicals utilization of Marcellus Shale ethane at its Ontario cracker

Calgary, Alberta (January 16, 2014) – NOVA Chemicals Corporation (NOVA Chemicals) today celebrated its commitment to the Sarnia, Ontario region during a ceremony to commemorate the first barrels of ethane sourced from the Marcellus Shale Basin being utilized at its Corunna, Ontario cracker.  For full details on the ceremony, please access our Electronic Press Kit.

About NOVA Chemicals

NOVA Chemicals develops and manufactures chemicals, plastic resins and end-products that make everyday life safer, healthier and easier. Our employees work to ensure health, safety, security and environmental stewardship through our commitment to sustainability and Responsible Care®. NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC) of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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Pace Markowitz, Director, Communications
Email: pace.markowitz@novachem.com

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