ETG Bio Green Polymer Invests AED 150 Million In Sustainable Facility At KEZAD

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group and ETG Bio Green Polymer have signed a 50-year land lease to build a compostable polymers factory in KEZAD Al Ma’mourah. This facility will produce fully sustainable polymers, aiding manufacturers in adopting plastic-free packaging. ETG is investing AED150 million in this 22,000 sqm plant, reinforcing its dedication to green technologies and supporting a circular economy.

The new ETG facility will utilise KEZAD’s top-tier infrastructure and strategic market access. The business-friendly environment with supportive policies will help ETG expand its market presence in the region. This initiative aligns with KEZAD's goal of becoming a leader in sustainable manufacturing.

Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed, CEO of KEZAD Group, expressed pride in welcoming ETG to their growing community of sustainable businesses. He stated, "We are proud to welcome ETG to KEZAD’s ever expanding community of sustainable businesses. As a leader in bio compostable packaging solutions, ETG’s presence in KEZAD is a significant step forward in our endeavours to drive sustainability in industrial development, and will contribute to reducing environmental impact and promoting a circular economy."

ETG's new plant will produce compostable polymer resin, aiding the packaging industry's shift towards eco-friendly solutions. This move supports KEZAD's ambition to lead the development of a sustainable manufacturing hub.

Kishore Kumar Reddy, CEO and Co-founder of ETG, highlighted the importance of sustainability in packaging. He remarked, "At ETG, we believe sustainability is the future of packaging. Our new facility in KEZAD marks a critical step in eliminating plastic." Shoukath Ali, Cofounder of ETG, shared enthusiasm for partnering with KEZAD Group due to their shared vision for environmental sustainability.

Tariq Iqbal, another Cofounder at ETG, added that this collaboration aims to foster innovation and support the UAE’s sustainability objectives. He said it sets a new standard for eco-friendly manufacturing within the region.

Advancing Sustainable Manufacturing

The polymers industry is pivotal for sustainability by adopting innovative methods that reduce environmental impact. Companies are increasingly designing reusable products by embracing circular economy principles and advancements in sustainable production technologies that cut waste and energy use.

ETG's establishment at KEZAD is part of its mission to design an environmentally friendly future for the industry while charting growth for the company. This partnership signifies progress towards Abu Dhabi’s vision for a greener future and strengthens its position as a hub for sustainable manufacturing.

With inputs from WAM