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About Shell Geismar

About Shell Geismar

The Shell Geismar manufacturing site began operation in 1967. Over its 55-year history, the site has undergone several major expansions.

Shell Geismar is the only major petrochemical manufacturing facility in Ascension Parish that has operated continuously under its original name and ownership, a fact that underscores the facility’s enduring business value and Shell’s continuing commitment to the community.

Economic Impact

The Geismar Chemical Plant is one of the largest tax payers in Ascension Parish.

Taxes Paid Amount
Ascension Parish $11.5 million
Sales and Use $9.26 million
Total $20.76 million

An employee in a red jumpsuit, hardhat and safety glasses looks out over the Geismar plant.

Man in a hardhat and safety glasses leans over an industrial unit.
Workforce
600 Shell employees
450 routine contract employees
Shell staff payroll: $153.2 million
Procurement
$234 Million
332 Suppliers
34 Diverse Suppliers

Map displaying the unique position of the Geismar plant in between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.

A map showing the position of the Geismar plant in Louisiana, between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.