Sasol, led by Simon Baloyi, works to protect $80 million in chemical exports from U.S. tariffs
Sasol faces $80 million U.S. tariff impact but posts higher profits, cuts impairments, and plans strategic growth under Simon Baloyi.
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Sasol faces $80 million U.S. tariff impact but posts higher profits, cuts impairments, and plans strategic growth under Simon Baloyi.
The payment resolves all pending litigation between the two state-backed firms, according to a Sens announcement issued after the market closed on Friday.
The division, anchored by a $12.8 billion Lake Charles Chemicals Project in Louisiana, is expected to contribute up to $1 billion annually to Sasol’s earnings by 2030.
The decline in revenue was driven by a combination of weaker oil prices, a 5 percent drop in sales volumes, and softer market demand.
Sasol has been working to optimize the project’s performance, restore investor confidence, and explore strategic options—including an Initial Public Offering (IPO).
Sasol’s Secunda plant faces critical challenges as coal dependency and high carbon emissions clash with South Africa's climate goals.
Sasol shares dropped by over five percent following operational challenges and lower production volumes in the first quarter of FY2025, as the petrochemical giant grapples with phased shutdowns and market pressures.
Her appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Sasol, which is repositioning itself in the energy market by expanding its natural gas operations.
Nkosi, a stalwart in South Africa’s business arena, has left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape, having held pivotal roles on the boards of companies.
In recent times, Fleetwood Grobler, a minority shareholder in Sasol, has been leading Sasol’s transition toward cleaner and renewable energy strategies.
In recent times, Grobler has been driving Sasol’s transition towards cleaner and renewable energy strategies.
Grobler has a minority stake in the South African integrated energy and chemicals conglomerate.
Sasol operates in 33 countries and employs 30,100 people globally.
Under the leadership of Grobler, the South African energy and chemical group operates in 33 countries and employs 30,100 people globally.