In line with Ministry’s follow up on all issues related to industrial sector and stand on industrial facilities development, Industry and Commerce Minister Dr. Hassan Fakhro visited number of factories located at Bahrain International Investment Park (BIIP) on Saturday. The Minister was accompanied by number of officials and he was briefed about the factories status and listened to detailed explanations about production process and services offered to citizens and residents.
He expressed Ministry’s support for all economic activities particularly industrial and commercial projects with added value to the national economy.
During his tour to the Gulf Electronic Management System, where he was received by Company Director Jos George, the minister was briefed on the nature of the project which provides many services that attract many companies such as American Express and others.
Then the Minister visited the Arabian Sugar Company, where the minister was received by Company director Enmar Al Orrayedh, who gave an explanation about projects latest developments which is in the construction phase with an estimated total investment value of 95 million dinars.
The Minister visited Awal Gulf Industries, where he was received by the Adel Matar, who explained about company’s work mechanisms which is considered an important product where the company produces Air Conditioners. In this regard the Minister praised the outstanding level and quality of the company’s products.
The Minister also visited Maskati Bbrothers, which is one of the most important local companies in producing paper, kitchen utensils, plastic and aluminum foil. General manager Khalid Al Maskati gave a detailed explanation on the latest developments that have been added to provide best products to the markets. In this regard, the minister noted to the role played by Al Maskati group in supporting economic development in the country.
Dr. Fakhro confirmed government keenness to support all businessmen and regional and global investments aimed to establish mega projects in the kingdom that would improve the national economy and enhance Bahrain’s role as a global hub for trade and services.