NNA Polymers, a Texas-based specialty polymer manufacturer, is building a major 200,000-metric-ton-per-year polyacrylamide plant in Big Spring, Texas. This world-scale facility, expected to start up in late 2026, aims to strengthen North America's domestic supply chain for this critical industrial polymer.
NNA Polymers Inc., a Texas-based specialty chemicals manufacturer, announced on October 8, 2025, its ambitious plan to construct a world-scale polyacrylamide production facility in Big Spring, Texas. The new plant, with a massive 200,000-metric-ton-per-year capacity, is a strategic move to establish a secure and reliable domestic supply chain for a polymer essential to numerous industrial sectors. Startup for the new facility is targeted for late 2026.
Polyacrylamide is a vital polymer used widely in water treatment—where it acts as a flocculant to separate solids from liquids—as well as in oil and gas production (specifically Enhanced Oil Recovery), mining, and various other industrial applications. The increasing global focus on wastewater treatment and maximizing resource extraction continues to drive strong demand for this chemical.
A key feature distinguishing NNA Polymers' new venture is its fully integrated raw material supply. Unlike many competitors who rely on external suppliers, this vertical integration is designed to insulate the facility and its customers from market volatility. This structure promises security of supply for customers during periods of disruption and enhances cost competitiveness by reducing exposure to fluctuating third-party pricing. Furthermore, the integrated model will allow NNA Polymers to maintain rigorous enhanced quality control standards through its advanced process technologies.
The selection of Big Spring, Texas, as the location for this major manufacturing investment was driven by its superior logistical advantages. Situated in West Texas, the city is a critical intersection for transportation, notably Interstate 20 and US Highway 87, which is part of the extensive Ports-to-Plains Trade Corridor. Its location offers excellent logistics infrastructure, favorable access to energy and resources, and proximity to key customers across the continent. By leveraging this strategic hub, the new plant is poised to become a central point for polyacrylamide supply across North America, significantly strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities and lessening reliance on increasingly complex global supply chains.
In line with global industry trends, NNA Polymers emphasizes that the new facility will incorporate advanced process technologies specifically aimed at minimizing environmental impact and improving overall production efficiency. The company reiterated its commitment to delivering high-performance polymers that not only meet stringent application requirements but also support long-term sustainability goals for its industrial and municipal clients.
