Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
A $25 Million Investment to Drive Localization, Innovation, and Sustainability
AquaChemie, a key player in the regional chemicals sector, has unveiled AquaChemie Global Chemicals (ACGC), a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), setting a new benchmark for specialty chemical manufacturing in the Middle East. Built on 25,804 square meters with an initial investment of $25 million, the facility marks a major milestone in AquaChemie’s growth and directly supports the UAE’s ‘Make IT in the Emirates’ vision—driving local innovation, industrial independence, and supply chain resilience.
The new plant will cater to the rising demand for oil and gas upstream chemicals, especially for ADNOC and other key players in the region, while also meeting the needs of industries like paints, coatings, and construction. Until now, the region relied heavily on imported specialty chemicals—a costly, time-consuming process. AquaChemie’s new facility changes that by localizing production, reducing costs, and shortening lead times.
“This plant is not just about infrastructure. It’s about creating solutions, empowering industries, and driving sustainable growth,” said Mr. Anandkumar, Founder and Managing Director of AquaChemie.“We are committed to contributing to the UAE’s ‘Make IT in the Emirates’ initiative, ensuring our industries have access to world-class, locally made chemical solutions.”
The plant features:
- Advanced manufacturing (Reactors) for both liquid and solid chemical processing
- Precision Blending and Mixing Technologies
- Dedicated R&D Infrastructure for product innovation and quality control
- 7,200 Metric Tons of Storage Capacity and Four Liquid Storage Tanks
Ms. Shobitha Anand, Executive Director of AquaChemie Global Chemicals, said: “Our plant is more than just a production hub. It’s a symbol of what’s possible when local manufacturing meets global standards. We are shaping the future of specialty chemicals in the region, and this is only the beginning.”
Sustainability is at the heart of AquaChemie’s operations. The facility adheres to global environmental standards and has earned the Certified Green Industry Label from the Environmental Agency – Abu Dhabi. Companies key sustainability initiatives include: Emission Control and Real-Time Monitoring, Partnerships with Tadweer for eco-friendly waste disposal and Tree-Planting Projects to reduce carbon impact.
