ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S) and TA'ZIZ have signed a 50-year agreement to establish a dedicated chemicals port within the TA'ZIZ industrial chemicals zone in Ruwais, UAE. The project, valued at over AED 1 billion (USD 300 million), is expected to be completed by Q4 2026 and will support the export of chemicals to global markets, offering overseas buyers a new, efficient logistics hub for chemical supply.
Project overview
ADNOC L&S will build, own, and operate the port, while TA'ZIZ will use the facility to export chemicals and derivatives. The port is expected to generate over AED 4.8 billion (USD 1.3 billion) in revenue for ADNOC L&S during the first 27 years of operation. This marks the first specialized chemicals port in the UAE, strengthening the country's position as a global chemicals hub.
Production capacity and product slate
TA'ZIZ is developing the UAE's first integrated chemicals ecosystem, with a planned production capacity exceeding 4.7 million tonnes per year by 2028. Key products include methanol, low-carbon ammonia, caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, vinyl chloride monomer, and polyvinyl chloride. These chemicals are essential for downstream industries such as construction, agriculture, and healthcare.
Strategic location and logistics advantages
Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO of ADNOC L&S, stated: "This strategic agreement to establish the first specialized chemicals port in the UAE represents an important step towards achieving long-term, predictable revenues for ADNOC L&S, while supporting the growth of TA'ZIZ's integrated chemicals ecosystem." The port's proximity to fast-growing markets in Asia and Africa will enable efficient, large-scale exports, enhancing the UAE's role as a leading destination for global chemicals trade.
What buyers should watch
Overseas importers and distributors should monitor the port's completion timeline (Q4 2026) and the ramp-up of TA'ZIZ's production capacity by 2028. The new logistics infrastructure will likely improve supply reliability and reduce lead times for chemicals sourced from the UAE, particularly for methanol, ammonia, and PVC. Buyers in construction, agriculture, and healthcare sectors may benefit from increased availability and competitive pricing.
Compliance and logistics signals
Mishal Al Kindi, CEO of TA'ZIZ, noted: "Thanks to its strategic location near the fastest-growing markets in Asia and Africa, the TA'ZIZ chemicals port will enable the company to export its products efficiently and on a large scale, reinforcing the UAE's position as a leading global chemicals destination." The integrated ecosystem includes centralized facilities, storage terminals, feedstock supply lines, roads, emergency response systems, and health, safety, and crisis management infrastructure, ensuring reliable logistics for international buyers.
Source: Read the original report | Published: October 09, 2025