Inside Borouge: The UAE's petrochemical powerhouse

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Yan Martin Nufer, CFO of Borouge, discussing the company's innovations and global ambitions in the petrochemical industry.

In this special episode of Business Extra, host Khaled Abuljebain sits down with Yan Martin Nufer, chief financial officer of Abu Dhabi-based Borouge, to explore how one of the region’s industrial giants is driving long-term value through innovation, technology and strategic expansion. From delivering one of the largest IPOs in the UAE to returning more than $15.5 billion in dividends, Borouge has positioned itself at the forefront of the global materials sector. Mr Nufer explains how Borouge’s proprietary technology is shaping next-generation materials, improving product durability, efficiency and sustainability across applications from medical devices to advanced packaging and energy systems. The conversation also looks ahead to the Borouge 4 plant in Al Ruwais, a $6.2 billion mega-project nearing completion, and how next-generation manufacturing platforms are expanding the company’s capabilities to serve global demand. Mr Nufer also discusses the company’s global ambitions, including potential expansion into China, and the broader vision behind building a more resilient, globally integrated materials business. Borouge is a UAE-based petrochemicals company that produces…

People in this episode

Guest: Yan Martin Nufer

Topics covered

• petrochemicals
• innovation
• technology
• strategic expansion
• global markets

Keywords

• Borouge
• UAE
• IPO
• dividends
• next-generation materials
• manufacturing

Mentioned in this episode

Products: advanced plastics

Places: UAE, Abu Dhabi, Al Ruwais, China

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