5NOVEMBER, 2023ASIAMANUFACTURINGREVIEW.COMIn recent years, there has been substantial growth and progress in the chemical industry of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations. The growth of this industry has been significantly influenced by the region's advantageous geographical position, plentiful hydrocarbon reserves, and strong backing from the government. The Gulf Cooperation Council nations have committed significant funds towards developing various infrastructure projects, such as industrial complexes and ports, with the aim of bolstering the chemical industry. These investments have enabled the manufacturing, overseas trade, and dissemination of chemicals to occur. The GCC countries have acknowledged the necessity of expanding their economies beyond solely relying on hydrocarbon resources. Consequently, they have been making investments in industries that come after in the production process, like chemicals and manufacturing, in order to lessen their reliance on revenues generated from oil and gas. These are some of the important factors bolstering the growth of the chemical industry in the GCC region. In this issue, we have focused on this segment. This issue features HP Industries (HPI), a reputable construction chemical company in Qatar. HP Industries is one of the few companies offering a one-stop-solution for all concrete needs from start to finish. The company specializes in manufacturing construction chemicals and XPS (extruded polystyrene) products. As a pioneer in Qatar, HPI was honored to be the first company in the country to join the prestigious United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), recognizing its commitment to 100 per cent global sustainability. In addition, the issue also acquaints you with the other topcompaniesin this domain. After studying the industry landscape in-depth, we have zeroedin on the top10 companies that have excelled in this field with their meticulous approach. Having proven their dedication toefficiency in order to meet the customer expectations in an end-to-endmanner, these companies have stood out from the crowd.We look forward to receiving your feedback and suggestions. Mary Janifha Evangeline XEditoreditor@asiamanufacturingreview.comA Provider of several Building Blocks & Raw Materials for a Myriad of Industries
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