A joint meeting between the head of the National Petrochemical Company
(NPC), Hassan Abbaszadeh, and representatives of downstream industry
associations focused on securing raw material supply, addressing production
disruptions under special conditions and improving market stability for
petrochemical products.
The discussions also included coordination with Iran’s Ministry of
Industry, Mine and Trade, the Central Bank and the Iran Mercantile Exchange to
manage supply mechanisms across the sector.
Abbaszadeh said the NPC is actively working to remove obstacles facing
downstream industries and maintain continuous dialogue with trade associations.
He emphasized that many challenges are being addressed directly within
the company’s mandate, while broader regulatory or financial issues are being
pursued in coordination with other government bodies.
“Our goal is to maximize coordination between upstream and downstream
sectors to resolve business constraints and ultimately improve satisfaction for
producers and end users,” he said.
Industry representatives said the talks were constructive and signaled
improving conditions in feedstock supply after recent disruptions affecting
polymer producers.
Hervik Yarijanian, head of the industry and mining commission at the
Tehran Chamber of Commerce, said the meeting included extensive participation
from trade associations and provided a platform for direct discussion of
production challenges.
He noted that despite recent supply difficulties, polymer production
units in Tehran and across Iran remain operational and feedstock deliveries are
resuming.
Abbasali Motavaselian, head of the PVC pipe and fittings producers
association, said recent shortages had raised concerns among downstream manufacturers,
but such consultations help reduce uncertainty and stabilize expectations.
Other industry leaders described the petrochemical value chain as a
critical driver of economic recovery, particularly under strained economic
conditions. They stressed the importance of continued coordination between
upstream producers and downstream industries to ensure market stability.
Saeed Torkaman, head of the National Polymer Industry Association,
said implementation of a planned market regulation initiative known as the
“Ofogh” plan could help stabilize polymer pricing and supply.
Faramerz Akhtrai, head of Iran’s pharmaceutical materials syndicate,
highlighted the strategic role of petrochemicals in domestic drug production,
noting that more than 70% of active pharmaceutical ingredients are now produced
locally.
He said the petrochemical sector serves as a foundational supplier for
multiple industries, including pharmaceuticals and packaging, and that stronger
integration between sectors would enhance supply security.
Mohammadreza Shakeri, head of the polymer machinery association, said
the group is prepared to assist in rebuilding damaged industrial units by
supplying equipment and components at cost to reduce pressure on manufacturers.
Participants agreed that sustained dialogue between industry
stakeholders and regulators is essential to overcoming current supply
challenges and ensuring long-term stability in Iran’s petrochemical value
chain.