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AIPMA AT WORK

AIPMA and OQ Marketing LLC (Oman),
under LADAYN POLYMER PROGRAM Sign MoU to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
and Foster Growth in Plastics Sector Mumbai, September 17, 2025:

n a landmark step towards strengthening international cooperation in the plastics sector, The All
India Plastics Manufacturers’ Association (AIPMA), led by Mr. Manoj R. Shah, President AIPMA, Mr.
IArvind M. Mehta – GC Chairman, representing AIPMA, attended by, Mr. Sunil J. Shah – Vice Presi-
dent Finance, and Mr. Bipin Desai – Vice President West, along with Managing Committee members.
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the OQ Marketing LLC(OQM) under LADAYN
POLYMER PROGRAM during the visit of the delegation from Sultanate of Oman to AIPMA on Septem-
ber 17, 2025.

The MoU marks the beginning of a long-term partnership aimed at promoting technology exchange,
sustainability practices, and joint ventures, paving the way for new opportunities between India and
Oman in the plastics value chain.

The Oman delegation was headed by Mr. Munther Al Rawahi, Ladayn Head, OQ, and comprised:

♦ Mr. Qasim Al Balushi – Business Development Manager, Ladayn, OQ
♦ Ms. Sheikha Al Rahbi – Senior Specialist, Business Development, Ladayn, OQ

♦ Ms. Hayat Al Ghassani – Senior Specialist, Business Development, Ladayn, OQ

♦ Mr. Jatin Ahuja – Regional Sales Director - ISC, OQ

♦ Ms. Lina Ali – Business Development, Sohar Free Zone
♦ Mr. Pratik – Business Development, Sohar Free Zone

♦ Ms. Aya Al Rawahi – Investor Services Specialist

♦ Ms. Noura Al Mamri – Specialist Logistics Delivery
♦ Mr. Khalid Al Mughaizwi – Deputy Consul General

♦ Ms. Amal Abdelaziz – Economic Affairs Officer

During the discussions, the Oman delegates expressed admiration for India’s highly skilled manpower
and AIPMA’s continued commitment to the development of the plastics industry. They affirmed that
this partnership would act as a “bridge between the two nations,” opening avenues for trade, invest-
ment, and industry collaborations. The delegation emphasized Oman’s promising potential as a hub
for raw material supplies and invited Indian converters to explore expansion opportunities in Oman.
Attractive land prices, low-cost capital investments, and favorable policies for new entrants were high-
lighted as key advantages for Indian businesses entering the Omani market.

AIPMA Managing Committee members engaged in interactive discussions regarding Oman’s invest-

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