Two giant Saudi petchems complexes will dominate MENA downstream headlines in 2016, whilst key recent Saudi & UAE refinery start-ups hit full capacity.

MENA downstream additions this year will be dominated by Saudi petrochemicals and in particular the Aramco/Dow Sadara joint venture specialty chemicals and plastics complex. Its first polyethylene unit started up this month, and all 26 units are due online in 2016, adding 3.22mn tons/year. (CONTINUED - 907 WORDS)