Saudi Arabia's CMDC (BCI group) Awards thyssenkrupp nucera Key Contract for Chlor-Alkali Plant Expansion in Jubail

Saudi Arabia's CMDC (BCI group) Awards thyssenkrupp nucera Key Contract for Chlor-Alkali Plant Expansion in Jubail

• Saudi Arabia's largest private chemical compan4y commissions thyssenkrupp nucera to expand its chlor-alkali plant in Jubail
• Membrane technology from the electrolysis specialist convinced CMDC (part of the BCI Group) with high energy efficiency and environmental standards
• Contract volume of around EUR 15 million for the current expansion work on the chlor-alkali plant in Jubail
• Long-standing collaboration between CMDC (BCI group) and thyssenkrupp nucera

Dortmund/Milan, June 24, 2025 – thyssenkrupp nucera has received a news order in the field of chlor-alkali technology. Chemical Marketing and Distribution Company (CMDC), part of Basic Chemical Industries Company (BCI), has commissioned thyssenkrupp nucera to implement the next expansion phase of its chlor-alkali plant in Jubail Industrial City. The leading international provider of electrolysis technologies will supply its energy-efficient and environmentally friendly membrane technology. BCI is one of the largest chemical companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and has been listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange (TASI) since 2008.

The contract, valued at approximately EUR 15 million, covers the supply, delivery, and provision of equipment, spare parts, and engineering services for the expansion. Using the latest BM2.7 single-element generation from thyssenkrupp nucera, chemical plants benefit from improved energy efficiency and performance through innovative, energy-saving design elements.

Over the past five decades, BCI, headquartered in Dammam, has grown into one of the Kingdom's leading private chemical companies, supplying a wide range of industries with organic and inorganic specialty chemicals and technical services. The collaboration between BCI and thyssenkrupp nucera spans more than ten years. In 2013, BCI signed its first contract with the predecessors of thyssenkrupp nucera for the Dammam chlor-alkali plant, followed by another in 2017 for the first phase of the Jubail project. The plant produces caustic soda, sodium hypochlorite, hydrochloric acid, and liquid chlorine, serving local markets, exports, and specialized needs, such as chlorine for water treatment.

"BCI is a highly successful chemical company – and by using our cutting-edge chlor-alkali membrane technology, they are strengthening their market position. This new contract in Jubail marks another milestone in our long and successful partnership with BCI in Saudi Arabia", says Dr. Gerhard Henssen, CEO of thyssenkrupp nucera Italy SRL.

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About thyssenkrupp nucera:

thyssenkrupp nucera offers world-leading technologies for high-efficiency electrolysis plants. The company has extensive in-depth knowledge in the engineering, procurement, and construction of electrochemical plants and a strong track record of more than 600 projects with a total rating of over 10 gigawatts already successfully installed. With its water electrolysis technology to produce green hydrogen, the company offers an innovative solution on an industrial scale for green value chains and an industry fueled by clean energy – a major step towards climate-neutrality. thyssenkrupp nucera successfully made an IPO in July 2023 and is a member of the SDAX of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. 

www.thyssenkrupp-nucera.com

About Basic Chemical Industries (BCI):

Established in 1973 and headquartered in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, Basic Chemical Industries (BCI) is a pioneering manufacturer and supplier of chemical products across the GCC. Listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange (TASI) since 2008, BCI has grown to become one of the Kingdom’s leading providers of basic and specialty chemicals. With over 400 employees and an annual production capacity exceeding 350,000 metric tons, the company serves more than 2,000 clients across key sectors including petrochemicals, water treatment, paints and coatings, food processing, and manufacturing.

BCI operates state-of-the-art production facilities in Industrial Jubail, with additional presence in Industrial Yanbu, Dammam, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dubai. Its diversified portfolio includes core segments such as basic chemicals, industrial chemicals, adhesives, polyurethane systems, water treatment solutions, and contract manufacturing services.

With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and safety, BCI maintains strategic partnerships with global leaders such as Huntsman and Henkel. The company is committed to sustainability, industrial safety, and the development of national talent, in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. This dedication is reflected in its brand promise: Chemistry with Assurance

For more information, please visit: www.bci.sa