GPIC achieves new production record

Manama : The Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) has reported a record production of 391,343 metric tonnes of Ammonia, Urea and Methanol in the first quarter of the year without a lost time accident.

Company President Dr. Abdulrahman Jawahery said the result reflects GPIC’s approach towards continuing modernization and development of operations and plant equipment as well as its commitment to implementing maintenance procedures. 

He stressed such results have been achieved as a result of the flexible strategy of the Board of Directors, which takes into account circumstances and rapid changes experienced by the industry.

GPIC achieved an average daily production in the first quarter of this year of 4,430 metric tonnes of Ammonia, Urea and Methanol. 

The company exported 334,785 metric tonnes of its products in the last three months, with Thailand amounting to 27 per cent and China importing 21 per cent. These were exported on board 19 vessels.

Dr. Jawahery said that all of the Company’s products are subject to international regulations related to quality, environmental protection, occupational health and safety as well as responsible care.