Plastics Circularity Policies in the GCC: From Regulatory Evolution to Implementation Pathways

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Download report As Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states strengthen their waste management and circular-economy frameworks, translating policy objectives into practical outcomes is an important priority for governments and industry. This GPCA publication examines the evolution of plastics circularity policies across the six GCC states, highlighting regulatory developments, implementation challenges and opportunities for greater regional…

Chemfocus 2026 Vol. 2

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Download report The second edition of ChemFocus examines how digital technologies and predictive capabilities are reshaping supply chain resilience in an increasingly volatile and interconnected operating environment. As geopolitical disruptions, shifting trade dynamics and logistics pressures add new layers of complexity, chemical producers are looking beyond traditional supply chain visibility towards more predictive and coordinated decision-making.…

Chemfocus 2026 Vol. 1

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Download report Chemfocus 2026 Vol. 1 explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping asset reliability in the chemical industry, supporting the shift from reactive maintenance to predictive, data-driven performance. As GCC chemical operations become larger and more complex, reliability is becoming a key driver of uptime, efficiency, and competitiveness. This edition highlights how AI-enabled predictive maintenance is helping operators detect early…

Annual Report 2025

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Download report The GPCA Annual Report 2025 provides a comprehensive overview of the Association’s milestones, industry impact, and strategic progress throughout the year. Covering major developments across Networking, Thought Leadership and Advocacy, the report highlights GPCA’s role in shaping a competitive and forward looking chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf. In 2025, the GCC chemical…

19ᵗʰ Annual GPCA Forum Post Event Report

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Download report Held from 8–11 December 2025 at Exhibition World Bahrain, the 19th Annual GPCA Forum marked a defining milestone in the event’s distinguished history. Taking place just ahead of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Day celebrations, this edition was convened for the first time under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad bin…

GCC Chemicals Trade Map 2024

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Download report From everyday products to global industries, chemicals and petrochemicals connect the world, with the GCC at the center of this network. The GCC Chemicals Trade Map 2024, developed by GPCA, brings this story to life by visualizing how the region’s chemicals and petrochemicals industry connects to markets around the world. Trading with nearly…

Facts and Figures Summary, 2025

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Download report The Facts and Figures Summary provides a clear and data-driven snapshot of the GCC chemical and petrochemical industry’s performance. It highlights key trends in production, trade, investments, and competitiveness, offering stakeholders an accessible overview of the sector’s growth trajectory and strategic priorities. Designed for quick understanding, the summary distills complex market dynamics into…

GPCA INSIGHT | SEPTEMBER 2025

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Download now GPCA is pleased to preset the latest edition of Insight, your trusted source for in-depth updates and expert analysis from the chemical and petrochemical industry across the GCC and beyond. In this issue, we spotlight the 15th GPCA Agri-Nutrients Conference, offering a special preview of the key themes shaping the future of agri-nutrients and…