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2026 CEPCI updates: February (prelim.) and January (final)

This article was originally posted on Chemical Engineering Online.
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Summary: The preliminary CE Plant Cost Index (CEPCI) for February 2026 rose slightly month over month, marking a sixth consecutive increase and pushing the index to levels above prior post‑pandemic highs. The update also includes the finalized January 2026 figure.

Question: How are you adjusting capital project budgets, contingencies, or bid strategies in response to the CEPCI’s continued climb?

The preliminary value for the CE Plant Cost Index (CEPCI) for February 2026 (most recent available) rose slightly compared to the previous month’s value. The most current increase is the sixth consecutive monthly rise, and pushes the CEPCI value to levels that exceed the previous highs observed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]

The post 2026 CEPCI updates: February (prelim.) and January (final) appeared first on Chemical Engineering.

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