SABIC brand value grows 3.7% reaching $4.89bn

This performance aligns with SABIC’s vision of becoming the preferred world leader in chemicals.
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Updated 28 January 2024
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SABIC brand value grows 3.7% reaching $4.89bn

RIYADH: Saudi Basic Industries Corp. has achieved 3.7 percent brand value growth, reaching $4.89 billion in 2024, securing second place in the chemicals industry ranking for the second consecutive year. 

SABIC credited its success to working together in business and its commitment to building lasting customer relationships, as stated in a press release. This performance aligns with SABIC’s vision of becoming the preferred world leader in chemicals. 

The company’s efforts to showcase its role in the industry and emphasize best practices have contributed to the increased value of its brand.

SABIC CEO Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh emphasized the company’s dedication to innovative approaches, stating: “We are steadfast in providing market-leading solutions while ensuring that sustainability remains integral to our economic value creation and growth strategy — acknowledged once more by our strong brand valuation.”

Headquartered in Riyadh, SABIC operates globally, manufacturing a diverse range of products, including chemicals, commodity and high-performance plastics, agri-nutrients, and metals.

The company asserts that it supports its customers by identifying and developing opportunities in key end-use applications such as construction, medical devices, packaging, agri-nutrients, electrical and electronics, transportation, and clean energy.

With over 31,000 employees worldwide and operations in around 50 countries, SABIC remains committed to innovation and excellence in the global market.

Earlier in January, the corporation approved a $6.4 billion investment in building a petrochemical complex in Fujian, solidifying its partnership with China. 

To be developed in collaboration with Fujian Fuhua Gulei Petrochemical Co., the project is scheduled to commence construction in the first half of 2024, the company said in a bourse filing.

Subsequently, preparations for commissioning and start-up will begin in the second half of 2026 and last six months. 

The development is expected to initiate commercial production by the first half of 2027, supporting SABIC’s expansion in the Asian market. 

Spearheading the project, SABIC Industrial Investment Co., a wholly-owned subsidiary, will hold a 51 percent ownership stake, while the Chinese entity will have 49 percent shares.


King Abdulaziz Airport among world’s busiest after record-breaking 2025

Updated 02 January 2026
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King Abdulaziz Airport among world’s busiest after record-breaking 2025

RIYADH: King Abdulaziz International Airport has achieved a new historical milestone, reaching 53.4 million passengers in a single year.

This is the highest number ever recorded at a Saudi airport since the beginning of air travel in the Kingdom, placing it among the world’s mega airports in terms of passenger traffic, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The airport handled a total of 310,000 flights and 60.4 million bags, representing a 12 percent increase compared to 2024. It also handled 9.57 million Zamzam water containers and 2,968 cargo flights. 

This achievement reflects the airport’s qualitative transformation and its position as a regional hub and national gateway connecting the Kingdom to the world. It also highlights its role in facilitating the movement of visitors and pilgrims, promoting tourism in line with the goals of Vision 2030, diversifying the economy, and providing a distinguished travel experience. 

For his part, CEO of Jeddah Airports Co. Mazen Johar, affirmed that reaching 53.4 million passengers confirms the airport’s high operational readiness and represents a pivotal milestone for moving to the next phase, in preparation for doubling this number, God willing, in the coming years. 

He pointed out that this national achievement would not have been possible without the grace of God Almighty, followed by the directives of the wise leadership and the continuous follow-up from the minister of transport and logistics, the president of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, and the CEO of Airports Holding Co. 

He explained that King Abdulaziz International Airport is strengthening its position as a major aviation hub in the region through expansions, increased capacity, and improved services, supporting the objectives of the aviation program and aligning with the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. 

The CEO of Jeddah Airports Co. expressed his gratitude to the partners in success from various government and private sectors for their fruitful cooperation through a collaborative work system that contributed to providing the best services.