Qatari Aamal launches USD54.91 factory

(MENAFN) Qatar's Aamal Company QSC (Aamal) announced that their Advanced Pipes and Casts Company ("APC") has commenced the commercial production at its USD55 million worth, newly constructed, factory in Mesaieed, QNA reported.

APC, which was established as a 50:50 joint venture between Aamal and a Saudi Arabian subsidiary of the Lokma Group, said that the facility specializes in the manufacture of concrete pipe products to supply infrastructure and pipeline projects in Qatar and across the region.

The factory, which is considered the largest in Qatar with a built-up area of 85.000 square meter and has an annual production capacity of 450.000 tons, will produce a range of infrastructure and construction products including jacking pipes, reinforced concrete pipes, circular precast concrete manholes and precast concrete box culverts

"Aamal is committed to playing an active role in the diversification of the industrial base in Qatar. Our partnership with the renowned Lokma Group, one of leaders in this field, demonstrates our commitment to attracting and partnering with the best investors to offer world-class products and services of the highest quality," Chairman of Aamal Company said.