Speaking on the sidelines of the 19th IranPlast
exhibition, Motiri praised the wide participation of both domestic and
international companies, saying it reflects the resilience and value-creation
capacity of Iran’s petrochemical sector despite ongoing challenges.
“This exhibition offers a foundation for
developing new products and expanding into new markets,” Motiri said. He
highlighted the development of the second phase of the petrochemical special
economic zone in Mahshahr as a priority project aimed at meeting national needs
and creating local employment opportunities.
Motiri outlined key initiatives in the region,
including improvements in traffic management, enhanced security protocols, and
the construction of multiple parking facilities, all implemented in
collaboration with petrochemical companies, local authorities, and the zone’s
security office.
He also detailed the zone’s energy
infrastructure, noting a stable supply of natural gas and electricity. Motiri
added that through Fajr Energy, the zone supplies around 450 MW of electricity
to the national grid, in addition to meeting its internal needs. Plans for the
second phase include dedicating 200 hectares to renewable energy projects such
as solar panels to further secure a sustainable power supply.
On water management, Motiri said the zone
currently draws 175,000 cubic meters from the Karun River, but is gradually
moving toward recycling and treatment. A major project is underway to build a
desalination plant in Behrkan-Hendijan, capable of delivering 500,000 cubic
meters of treated seawater via an 80-kilometer pipeline to Mahshahr, reducing
dependence on river water and supporting sustainable industrial growth.
Motiri concluded that IranPlast not only serves
as a showcase of the country’s petrochemical capabilities but also acts as a
strategic gateway for investment, downstream industry development, and
sustainable economic growth in southern Iran.