Refining & Petrochemicals
The Middle East & North African downstream sectors is split into ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’. The wealthy countries with economies boosted by oil and gas exports are mainly looking to expand their downstream industries to squeeze more out of their oil assets. The poorer countries struggle to meet demand for fuels.
Refining & Petrochemicals
3 Jul, 2026
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New Gulf Products Trade Era?
The US promise of Iranian sanctions relief could lead to a rewiring of the regional oil products trade, and have profound implications for blending hubs.
The UAE Imported 70+% Of Iranian Refined Products In Recent Year ('000 b/d)
Refining & Petrochemicals
10 Jul, 2026
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QatarEnergy To Support Next Phase Of Growth At Mesaieed
QatarEnergy signed an agreement with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) to incentivize new industrial development in Mesaieed. Overshadowed by the larger Ras Laffan LNG and industrial complex, Mesaieed is being primed for growth.
Qatar’s Mesaieed Industrial City
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