Dr. Alfaqeer assumes the role of Chairman with immediate effect, succeeding Eng. Abdulrahman S. Al-Fageeh
Dubai, UAE – 17May2026:The Gulf
Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical
industry in the Arabian Gulf, announced today thatDr. Faisal M. Alfaqeer,CEO, Executive
Board Member, and Investment Committee Member, SABIC, has assumed the
Chairmanship of the Association with immediate effect. Dr. Alfaqeer .
Abdulrahman S. Al-Fageeh, former CEO and Executive Board Member, SABIC, who
served as Chairman of GPCA from 2022 to 2026.
Dr. Alfaqeer brings more than three decades of experience in the global petrochemical and refining sectors. Prior to joining SABIC, he served in several senior leadership positions at Saudi Aramco, including Senior Vice President of IK Liquids to Chemicals Development. He also served as CEO of Sadara Chemical Company.
In comments after the announcement, Dr. Alfaqeer said, “I am
deeply honored by this appointment at such a critical time for our industry. I
look forward to collaborating with industry stakeholders and member companies
to reinforce our competitiveness and create long-term value. By utilizing the
Association’s consolidated resources, all of us members can work together to
foster the sustainable growth and prosperity of the petrochemical and chemical
sectors in the region and strengthen cooperation with peers around the world.”
Mater Aldhafeeri, Secretary General, GPCA, commented:"I wholeheartedly
congratulate Dr. Faisal M. Alfaqeeronreceiving the trust and endorsement of the
GPCA Board of Directorsand assuming the roleof Chairman of GPCA. At a time of
great significance for the regional chemical and petrochemical industry, I am
confident that his leadership and industry expertise will further strengthen the
Association’s role on the global and regional stage and deepen engagement with our
members and stakeholders."
He added: “I would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to
Eng. Abdulrahman S. Al-Fageeh for his valuable contributions and unwavering
support to GPCA and its initiativesunder theNetworking, Thought Leadership and
Advocacy strategic pillars.During his tenure as Chairman of the Association, Eng.
Al-Fageehplayed an instrumental role in shaping GPCA’s strategicdirection and
strengthening itsposition as the voice of the chemical and petrochemical industry
in the Arabian Gulf.”
Dr. Faisal M. Alfaqeerhas a Master's degree and Ph.D. in Materials
Science & Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, USA, and a
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from King Fahad University of
Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Learn more: www.gpcachem.org
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About the Gulf
Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association
The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) was
established in 2006 to represent the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the
Arabian Gulf. Today, the association voices the common interests of more than 250
member companies from the chemical and allied industries, accounting for over
95 percent of chemical output in the GCC. The industry makes up the second
largest manufacturing sector in the region, producing over USD 108 billion
worth of products every year.
GPCA supports the petrochemical and chemical industry in the
Arabian Gulf through advocacy, networking and thought leadership initiatives
aimed at helping member companies to connect, share and advance knowledge,
contribute to international dialogue, and become prime influencers in shaping
the future of the global petrochemicals industry.
Committed to providing a regional platform for stakeholders from
around the world, GPCA manages six working committees – Plastics, Supply Chain,
Agri-Nutrients, International Trade, Research and Innovation, and Responsible
Care – and organizes six world-class events each year. The association also
publishes an annual report, regular newsletters and various other industry
reports.
For
more information, visitwww.gpca.org.ae.
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