Infographic: Why the UAE Decided to Build One of the World’s Largest Methanol Plants
Project Overview:
Developer: TA’ZIZ (a joint venture between ADNOC and Global Holdings, listed on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange)
Contractor: Samsung Engineering & Construction
Contract Value: AED 6.2 billion (USD 1.7 billion)
Location: Ruways Industrial City, Abu Dhabi
Expected Operation: 2028
Production Capacity: 1.8 million tons/year
Power Source: Clean energy
Strategic Goals:
Develop the UAE’s petrochemical industry
Position the UAE as a leading petrochemical hub
Enhance local chemical value chains
Boost industrial growth in the UAE
Promote sustainable chemical production
Methanol Uses:
Pharmaceuticals
Oil & gas sector
Agrochemicals
Paints & coatings
Insulation materials
Key Highlight:
This will be the first methanol production facility in the UAE, marking a major step toward sustainable industrial growth and strategic diversification in the chemicals sector.
