National Petrochemical Company
شرکت ملی صنایع پتروشیمی
State-owned petrochemical holding
🚫 Sanctions record
National Petrochemical Company (State-owned petrochemical holding) is designated on the US Treasury's OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the IRAN, IFSR, SDGT programs. Artesh has recorded 18 mentions in news coverage, most recently on September 13, 2026.
- Listed name
- NATIONAL PETROCHEMICAL COMPANY
- Programs
- IRAN, IFSR, SDGT
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📰 Recent Mentions
View Timeline →A New Step by Petrochemicals to Complete the Value Chain in the Pharmaceutical Industry
The National Petrochemical Company and the Syndicate of Pharmaceutical Producers have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance the value chain in the pharmaceutical sector. This…
National Petrochemical Company Provides Clarifications on the Iran Plast Exhibition
The National Petrochemical Company has released statements about the upcoming Iran Plast Exhibition, which is significant for the petrochemical industry. This event involves various stakeholders…
Utilizing Technological Capacities of the Petrochemical Industry to Improve Business
The head of the National Petrochemical Company has highlighted the need to utilize the Petrochemical Research and Technology Company's capabilities to address industry needs and…
Iran Faces Tough Challenges in 2026 Asian Para Games, Says NPC President Kargari
Iran's National Paralympic Committee President Ghafour Kargari has announced the country's preparations for the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, highlighting the increased challenges…
Veteran Sports Physician and Former NPC Medical Committee Head Dr. Mohammad Rahim Dehghan Passes Away
Dr. Mohammad Rahim Dehghan, a prominent sports physician and former head of Iran's National Paralympic Committee Medical Committee, has died. His contributions to sports medicine…
Omid Shakeri Appointed as Acting Head of National Petrochemical Company
Omid Shakeri has been appointed as the acting head of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) by the Minister of Oil. This change in leadership is…
Iran Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team Qualifies for 2026 Para Asian Games
The Iran women’s wheelchair basketball team has been granted the chance to compete in the 2026 Para Asian Games after receiving approval from the National…
Iran Faces Deepening Economic Crisis as War Damage, Internet Shutdowns and Inflation Converge
Iran is confronting a rapidly intensifying economic and social crisis, marked by war-related destruction, prolonged internet shutdowns, and surging living costs. These factors are placing…
China's NPC Meeting Concludes with Focus on Corruption and Lower Growth Target
The National People's Congress in China concluded with the approval of the 15th five-year plan and a commitment to combat corruption. This meeting is significant…
China to Announce 2026 Growth Target at National People's Congress
Beijing is set to announce a growth target of 4.5 to 5 percent for 2026 during the National People's Congress. This development involves the Chinese…
Eight Billion Dollar Annual Investment Needed for Petrochemicals; Investors Withdraw Due to Financial Issues
The National Petrochemical Company in Iran requires $8 billion annually to meet its growth targets, but investors are withdrawing due to financial difficulties exacerbated by…
Lawyer of the First Defendant in Petrochemical Case: Defendants Helped the System to Benefit the Country
In a court session regarding the petrochemical corruption case, the first defendant, Reza Hamzehloo, and his lawyer argued that he was helping the Iranian system…
One Dead and Several Injured in Abadan Petrochemical Fire
A fire at the Abadan petrochemical plant resulted in one death and at least 18 injuries. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and…
Relative Improvement in Iran's Petrochemical Industry
Iran's petrochemical industry showed relative improvement with exports exceeding 22 million tons worth over $12 billion last year, reflecting a 10% increase in volume and…
Signing of Memorandum of Understanding between National Petrochemical Company of Iran and Royal Dutch Shell
Royal Dutch Shell has signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran's National Petrochemical Company to explore cooperation in the petrochemical sector, marking a significant step…
Beginning of the Release of Blocked Equipment in Iran's Petrochemical Industry
Iran has begun the gradual release of blocked petrochemical equipment, aided by Italian and German companies. This development follows negotiations with the P5+1, suggesting a…
NPC Aims to Boost Petrochemical Production Capacity by 130 Million Tons
Iran's National Petrochemical Company (NPC) aims to boost its petrochemical production capacity by over 130 million tons as part of the Seventh National Development Plan.…