Stavrolen petrochemical plant attacked in Budiansk - ASTRA OSINT analysis
On the night of 29 October, in the city of Budennovsk, Stavropol Territory, Russia there were powerful explosions.
According to the results OSINT analysis conducted by ASTRA, The attack was aimed at Stavrolen petrochemical plant«, which is part of the Russian corporation «Lukoil».
Details of the attack
Local residents reported Several explosions and a sunset on the horizon, The incident was captured on videos posted on social media.
ASTRA analysts examined the photos from the scene and found that the footage was taken by in the Northern microdistrict of Budennovskaya.
According to the investigation, The strike hit the territory of the Stavrolen plant at 1 Rosa Luxemburg Street, where the company's main production facilities are located.
What we know about Stavrolen«
«Stavrolen is one of the of the largest petrochemical plants in Russia, which produces ethylene, polyethylene and polypropylene.
According to the publication «Expert South», The company annually produces about 340 thousand tonnes of ethylene, 319 thousand tonnes of polyethylene and 113 thousand tonnes of polypropylene.
The products are used in production of pipes, films, cable insulation and paints and varnishes.
In the 100 Largest Companies of the North Caucasus rating in terms of sales in 2021, Stavrolen ranked third place.
Government response
The head of the Stavropol Territory confirmed the attack, but said that «no significant damage was recorded».
«Today, the enemy tried to attack the industrial zone of Budyonovsk with drones. The enemy UAVs were neutralised using electronic warfare and air defence systems. Casualties and serious damage were avoided,» the governor said.
At the scene of the incident are rescue and operational services.
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