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Petchem industry plays strategic role in Iran’s economy, currency supply

SHANA (Tehran) — Iran’s petrochemical sector remains competitive despite sanctions and provides nearly half of the country’s foreign currency needs and about 25% of non-oil exports, a senior official said Tuesday.

Sustainable petchem production tied to stronger state-industry coop

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Iran’s National Petrochemical Company stressed the need for cooperation between the state and petrochemical companies to ensure sustainable production, saying that the new Commission for Arbitration Development in the industry could help strengthen alignment among sector players.

Petrochemical industry focused on stable feedstock supply

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Petrochemical Company’s production control director said Iran’s petrochemical output in 1404 has remained defensible despite a 12-day war, with field development, flare gas recovery and investments in gas-saving projects identified as key strategies to secure stable feedstock.

Private sector holds 15% share in Iran’s petrochemical industry

SHANA (Tehran) – About 15% of Iran’s petrochemical industry is currently controlled by the private sector, the head of the National Petrochemical Company said Monday, expressing hope that the share will increase by the end of the country’s Seventh Development Plan.

Petrochem expo set for January in Kish

SHANA (Tehran) – The third edition of the Petrochem Exhibition will be held January 6-8 at the Kish International Exhibition Center, aiming to support domestic production and technology companies.

NPC launches new product specification system

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Petrochemical Company (NPC) unveiled a new system Wednesday designed to standardize and bring transparency to the technical specifications of its products.

Petrochemical sector key to national economy amid sanctions

SHANA (Tehran) – The petrochemical industry is central to supporting the national economy, said the secretary-general of the Petrochemical Industry Employers Association.

Persian Gulf Holding takes major strides to complete value chain

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Co. said the petrochemical industry holds a distinguished place in the national economy, stating that the holding company has taken major strides toward reducing the sale of raw materials and producing diverse products by implementing large development projects and moving to complete the value chain.

Unprecedented growth ahead for Iran’s petchem industry by 2028

SHANA (Tehran) – The capacity of Iran’s petrochemical industry is set to jump by 35 million tons, reaching 131.5 million tons by the end of the Seventh Development Plan through the completion of 66 projects. This growth will not only expand output but also significantly enhance Iran’s global position in the sector.

Developed countries hold the lion's share for plastic pollution crisis

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company stated that developed countries have the greatest responsibility for the plastic pollution crisis and, therefore, must be committed to addressing the issue, emphasizing that the global plastics treaty should focus on the transfer of technologies for recycling and waste management.

Iran produces 32m tons of petrochemicals in five months, Exports $5.5b

SHANA (Tehran) — Iran produced 32 million tons of petrochemical products from March 21 through August 22 despite challenging conditions, the head of the National Petrochemical Company said Wednesday.

Iran’s petrochemical sector set for major expansion

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s petrochemical industry is preparing for unprecedented growth in 1404, with 15 new production projects set to begin operations alongside the launch of several new products. Officials say the developments mark a major step toward the goals of the Seventh Development Plan and a more balanced value chain.

Fueling an 8% growth target: Petchem industry's 131m-ton goal

SHANA (Tehran) – The petrochemical industry, aligning with the annual slogan and the objectives of the 7th Development Plan (2024-28), has set its sights on reaching a nameplate capacity of 131 million tons.

Iran’s petrochemical industry invests $10b in Chabahar

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Iran’s National Petrochemical Co. (NPC) said the company is ready to welcome investors in the southeastern port city of Chabahar, where about $10 billion has already been invested, creating capacity for more than 10 million tons of petrochemical production.

Petchem industry key to overcoming downstream sector challenges

SHANA (Tehran) – The petrochemical industry is crucial for navigating the challenges faced by downstream industries, a National Petrochemical Co. official said Monday.

NPC should steer value chain development

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Kimia Group said a comprehensive roadmap, capable managers and precise execution are three prerequisites for the sustainable development of the petrochemical industry, adding that the National Petrochemical Co. must be the architect and leader of the value chain's development.

NPC head outlines key challenges in completing value chain

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Iran’s National Petrochemical Company said the lack of technical knowledge, feedstock, capital, implementation experience and a supportive business environment are the main obstacles to completing the country’s petrochemical value chain.

NPC calls for eco-friendly plastics in industry’s future

SHANA (Tehran) — The head of Iran’s National Petrochemical Company stressed the importance of encouraging downstream producers to manufacture environmentally friendly plastics, saying the approach must be a priority in the industry’s development plans.

Iran’s petrochemical roadmap: From value chain growth to global diplomacy

SHANA (Tehran) – The Director of Planning and Development at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) has outlined Iran’s strategic development plans for the petrochemical sector, emphasizing the role of “petrochemical diplomacy” in achieving the industry’s growth objectives.

35m-ton jump in petchem capacity planned under Seventh Development Plan

SHANA (Tehran) – The Director of Planning and Development at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) has announced a planned increase of 35 million tons in the country’s petrochemical production capacity through the implementation of 66 development projects under the Seventh Development Plan. He noted that in addition to expanding capacity, the plan aims to complete the value chain to reduce dependence on exports of basic products.

IranPlast 2025 sets national record on first day of booth allocation

SHANA (Tehran) – More than 11,000 square meters of space were reserved on the first day of booth allocation for the 19th IranPlast International Exhibition, setting a new record for exhibition registrations in the country, the National Petrochemical Co. said.

IranPlast 2025 to highlight domestic production, export potential

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company said the IranPlast exhibition serves as a platform to develop the domestic value chain, playing a key role in increasing non-oil exports through the production of finished goods.

Value creation through domestic, foreign participation

Strategic investment in petchem industry

SHANA (Tehran) — With the launch of several petrochemical projects in 2025, Iran’s petrochemical industry is entering a new chapter. This sector is expected to play an even more vital role in boosting non-oil exports, securing foreign exchange, creating jobs, and generating added value. However, challenges like international sanctions and funding constraints make it imperative to adopt diversified strategies for attracting both domestic and foreign investment.

Nearly 20 new petchem facilities to boost Iran’s output

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of projects at Iran’s National Petrochemical Company outlined 19 petrochemical projects expected to become operational by the end of the current Iranian year (March 2026). These include 15 production projects and four feedstock supply projects.

Petchem industry crisis production continuity directive issued

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company announced the issuance of a directive to ensure production continuity in the petrochemical industry during critical and emergency conditions, aiming for stable output and meeting the needs of downstream industries.

Petchem industry committed to meeting approved plans

SHANA (Tehran) – The planning and development director of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said the petrochemical sector remains firmly committed to its pre-approved goals and is seriously pursuing the implementation of its programs.

Convergence, collaboration key to sustainable production in petchem industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of National Petrochemical Company (NPC) emphasized that cooperation among petrochemical holdings and companies, along with the implementation of NPC’s approved programs during the 12-day imposed war, helped achieve planned objectives in emergency management.

Petchem industry: Iran’s strategic stronghold in times of crisis

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC), in a message, praised the selfless dedication of the industry’s employees during the 12-day attack by the Zionist regime, calling the petrochemical sector a strategic, people-centered institution and a pillar of the country in critical times.

Shahid Tondguyan Petrochemical Company denies rumors of attack

SHANA (Tehran) – Shahid Tondguyan Petrochemical Company stated that no attack has occurred at its facility and operations are continuing as usual.

Sustainable development of petchem industry in collaboration with DoE

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company emphasized that environmental protection is essential for sustainable development, stating that enhancing cooperation between the petrochemical industry and the Department of the Environment (DoE) is a priority, with joint programs already drafted and submitted.