Texas City Operations was established in 1941 by Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) and provided critical materials to America's World War II defense efforts. Although smaller than its peak in the early 1980's, the Texas City Operations provides key intermediates to the downstream businesses. Texas City Operations continuously seeks to have a positive impact on employees, the community, and the environment. The site is actively engaged with the Texas City-LaMarque Community Advisory Council and neighbors as part of their commitment to the community.
Texas City Operations occupies 420 acres of land offering unique opportunities for growth. Texas City Operations has 2 production plants which manufacture over 2 billion pounds each year for 30 products. Products including aldehydes, organic acids and vinyl acetate are produced for use in plastics, solvents, coatings, ink, brake fluid, pharmaceuticals, and other useful products. Consumers use these products every day in such things as mouthwash, cleaners, chewing gum, and bandages.
The raw materials used in the manufacturing of Texas City Operations products are primarily natural gas, ethylene and propylene. Products are distributed by water, rail, truck, and pipeline to customers all over the world.
The site has access to both captively produced steam and 3rd party supply along capability to treat industrial wastewater discharge streams. It sits in a strategic location with access to marine and road infrastructure, along with serving as a critical distribution junction for Diamond Infrastructure’s pipeline network.
Diamond Infrastructure Solutions proudly employs 50 employee at Texas City Operations. These team members deliver essential services for manufacturing success with a commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence.
A Look at Our Services
Services available at our Texas City, TX site include:
