13 May 2016
(MENAFN) The Gulf region’s petchem sector has now capacity in excess of 136mn tons, thus experts suggest that GCC’s petrochemical industry must use the current headwinds as an opportunity to evolve.
In accordance, petrochemicals have enabled other industries in Gulf Cooperation Council like plastics conversion, and sophisticated support industries like supply chain management, logistics and shipping.
However, an innovation strategy in exploiting and integrating petchem industry is needed, and it must include the generation of intellectual property and a long-term investment strategy into research and development.
Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) has earlier reported on several key findings on innovation amongst the GCC’s petchem industry, plus Investments in R&D were valued at USD529mn in 2014.
01 Mar 2026
BBK activates partial remote working system for its workforce to ensure employee and customer safety and service continuity
24 Feb 2026
BBK discloses its financial results for the year ended 31st December 2025
05 Feb 2026
BBK announces December Al Hayrat Grand Prize winners and another wave of Grand prizes for February
26 Jan 2026
BBK Enhances Autumn Fair 2026 Experience with Customized Rewards and Premium Services
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience and by clicking “I Accept” below, you consent to the use of cookies. Learn more