KLJ Organic Qatar, a joint venture (JV) between Qatar Industrial Manufacturing Company (QIMC) and KLJ Organic Limited, India; and Gulf Chlorine signed an agreement yesterday to establish a calcium chloride plant at the Mesaieed Industrial City (MIC). 
The new plant, which will be set up the under the name of United Chemicals, will produce 60,000 tonnes per year (tpy) of calcium chloride. 
The newly formed JV will also market hydrochloric acid and is discussing other business synergies. 
QIMC will have a 60% stake in the joint venture, while the remainder will be held by KLJ Organic Limited, India. 
KLJ Organic Qatar will manufacture chlorinated paraffin wax, caustic soda prills, hydrochloric acid and sodium hypo chlorite.
Gulf Chlorine is a JV between Oman Chlorine and Al Mirqab Capital. 
At the MIC, the plant is located in close proximity to the world-class export terminal at the port. 
“Gulf Chlorine will be producing chlor-alkali derivatives, employing the latest state-of-the-art membrane technology and distributed control system, while catering to the oil and gas sector demand. Gulf Chlorine will manufacture hydrochloric acid, caustic soda lye caustic soda flakes and sodium hypochlorite,” according to a statement. 
The agreement was signed by Abdul Rahman A al-Ansari, QIMC chief executive officer and board member, and Fouad El Bacha, Gulf Chlorine CEO. The signing ceremony was also attended by a number of officials from both the sides. 
Sheikh AbdulRahman bin Mohamed bin Jabor al-Thani, chairman of QIMC and KLJ Qatar said, “This agreement will go a long way in providing a long-term partnership and is a strong sign of confidence in Qatar’s strong economy. We are focused on playing our part in the development of this great country and we would like to be one of the recognised players in supporting Qatar’s National Vision 2030.”
Al-Ansari said, “The new JV shall contribute to country’s non-oil sector growth. This collaboration between our two companies will strengthen our relationship and will grow further in the years to come. This project will also positively contribute to our expansion plans, which are based on our strategy for development of the industrial sector in Qatar with emphasis on utilising locally available raw materials, improving skills and employment among the Qataris.”
El Bacha said, “This project will open up avenues to the downstream industries and create opportunity for new employment. New JV shall also jointly study and oversee other investment opportunities in Qatar.”