The visit, attended by Ali Abdolalizadeh, the president’s
representative for coordinating maritime development policies, Arvand Free Zone
CEO, and the governor of Khuzestan Province, included briefings on production
performance, expansion projects, and environmental initiatives.
Mazyar Madouli, CEO of Shahid Tondgouyan Petrochemical Company,
presented an overview of the complex’s production capacity and development
programs, emphasizing sustainable operations and the adoption of green
technologies. He said the company has made tangible progress toward reducing
its environmental footprint and enhancing product quality to strengthen its
position in the national value chain.
Khuzestan Governor Ali Mowlaizadeh praised the resilience of the
province’s petrochemical plants during the Iran–Iraq war, saying that the
industry remains vital to regional growth. “Just as petrochemical plants
sustained production under the most difficult circumstances, today they can
drive prosperity by expanding value chains and diversifying products,” he said.
He added that with a reliable feedstock supply and downstream integration,
Khuzestan could emerge as one of Iran’s leading petrochemical hubs.
Abdolalizadeh noted that President Ebrahim Raisi has directed the Oil
Ministry and the National Iranian South Oilfields Company to complete the
associated gas collection project by the end of 2026, a move expected to ensure
more stable feedstock for petrochemical producers.
He stressed the need for a “smart balance” between economic growth,
environmental protection, and social sustainability, saying: “Development
should safeguard ecological foundations while creating lasting job
opportunities for young people.”
Abdolalizadeh also highlighted the potential of combining Iran’s oil
and gas resources with domestic technical expertise to push the nation toward
high-tech petrochemical production and regional leadership in advanced
materials.
During the visit, the delegation toured the POY (polyester yarn) unit
of Shahid Tondgouyan Petrochemical and received explanations on production
processes and technical features.
At the Arvand Petrochemical Complex, CEO Mohammadreza Karimi outlined
current production figures, expansion projects, and corporate social
responsibility (CSR) programs. He also cited industry-wide challenges,
including feedstock pricing, export duties, and the need for stable energy
policies.
Karimi said Arvand, one of Iran’s largest PVC production chains, is
well positioned to play a central role in the region’s maritime-based economy
and sustainable development thanks to its strategic coastal location.
Abdolalizadeh commended Arvand’s CSR initiatives, particularly its
efforts in building schools and supporting local education. “Petrochemical
companies must go beyond economic output and take the lead in environmental
stewardship and community development,” he said.
The tour concluded with inspections of Arvand’s production units and
ongoing projects, aimed at familiarizing government representatives with the
capacities and challenges of petrochemical firms operating in Mahshahr’s
special economic zone and exploring ways to strengthen their maritime-oriented
development.