Dubai – Mubasher: Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) witnessed a 15% growth in the number of petrochemicals, oil and gas companies registered in the free zone, according to a statement.
The free zone attracted 112 new sector businesses in 2015, reflecting UAE government's support for enterprises and mega projects in the industry.
“According to a report from the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the petrochemicals industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is export-oriented with 70.3 million tonnes of total production exported in 2015,” Jafza operating officer Talal Al Hashimi said.
