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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf region, and the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday to collaborate on developing world-class standards for the chemical and petrochemical industry in the GCC.
The MoU was signed at GPCA’s headquarters in Dubai, UAE by Dr. Abdulwahab Al Sadoun, Secretary General, GPCA, and H.E. Mr. Nabil Amin Mulla, Secretary General, GSO.
The MoU aims to establish close cooperation framework between the two organizations in areas of mutual interest such as technical standards and regulations, consumer protection, environment and public health.
The MoU further stipulates the establishment of working groups comprising technical experts from industry and GSO to pave the way for adoption of internationally recognized best practices on Dangerous Goods Transportation, Global Harmonization System and Industrial Waste.
On both industry and regional level, in the long term the MoU is aimed at advancing the chemical and petrochemical industry in the GCC, supporting intra-OIC trade and the development of the Arabian Gulf economy, while maintaining state earnings, and contributing to the reduction of technical barriers to trade in line with the objectives of the Gulf Common Market.
H.E. Mr. Nabil Amin Mulla, Secretary General, GSO, commented, “This Memorandum of Understanding with GPCA will play a key role in establishing joint and constructive working relations and cooperation between both parties in many fields. This will help support Gulf industries and contribute to the removal of trade barriers, enable consumer protection, environmental sustainability and public health.”
He added, “The agreement also aims at supporting the various standardization activities and enhancing the quality infrastructure at the level of the member states. It also allows GPCA to participate in the preparation of Gulf standard specifications in related fields and to seek support for their international adoption. It will also support the formation of technical committees and teams specialized in the field of petrochemicals to foster the exchange of scientific knowledge in order to serve standardization activities.”
Dr. Abdulwahab Al Sadoun, Secretary General, GPCA, commented, “The signing of this MoU marks a crucial step in GPCA’s efforts to foster close collaboration with regional regulatory bodies and ensure the implementation of high industry standards that support the sustainable development of the chemical and petrochemical industry in the GCC as a key contributor to trade and economic development in the region.”
“In line with GPCA’s role to support the advancement of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf region, the association will continue to acts as a facilitator of dialogue, and support the exchange of information and best practice, thus making a significant contribution to shaping the industry’s future at both global and regional level.”
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About the Gulf Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association
The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) was established in 2006 to represent the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the Arabian Gulf. Today, the association voices the common interests of more than 250 member companies from the chemical and allied industries, accounting for over 95 percent of chemical output in the GCC. The industry makes up the second largest manufacturing sector in the region, producing over US$108 billion worth of products every year.
GPCA supports the petrochemical and chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf through advocacy, networking and thought leadership initiatives aimed at helping member companies to connect, share and advance knowledge, contribute to international dialogue, and become prime influencers in shaping the future of the global petrochemicals industry.
Committed to providing a regional platform for stakeholders from around the world, GPCA manages six working committees – Plastics, Supply Chain, Fertilizers, International Trade, Research and Innovation, and Responsible Care – and organizes six world-class events each year. The association also publishes an annual report, regular newsletters and various other industry reports.
For more information, visit www.gpca.org.ae.
Contact:
Slavka Atanasova
Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association
P. O. Box 123055,
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
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E: communications@gpca.org.ae
