Omid Shakiri, CEO of the National Petrochemical Company, emphasized the necessity of private sector participation in the development of the petrochemical industry during a meeting with the board members of the Iranian Oil Association. He referred to the importance of redefining processes and facilitating matters in the petrochemical industry, stating: "Utilizing the capacities of the private sector is essential to achieve these goals."
Integrating Capacities for Gas Supply
The board members of the Iranian Oil Association also stressed the need to integrate the capacities of exploration and production companies to play a more effective role in supplying the gas required for the petrochemical industry. They mentioned the importance of avoiding sectoral thinking in decision-making and emphasized the significance of synergy in this industry.
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Utilizing Private Sector Capacities
The necessity of leveraging the expertise and operational capacities of the private sector to solve issues in the petrochemical industry and decision-making processes was among the topics discussed in this meeting. Important issues such as technology development, strengthening human capital, feedstock sustainability, and expediting the clearance of goods stuck in customs were also on the agenda. In this regard, Shakiri emphasized the management of damaged units and the need for closer collaboration with the private sector.
Role of the Iranian Oil Association
During this meeting, the board members emphasized the role of the Iranian Oil Association as a specialized capacity to assist in decision-making and provide expert solutions to the National Petrochemical Company. They deemed the continuation and development of these collaborations essential for improving the state of the petrochemical industry.
Omid Shakiri's meeting with the board members of the Iranian Oil Association was held at the National Petrochemical Company with the aim of providing solutions to strengthen cooperation between the petrochemical industry, the private sector, and specialized associations.
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