Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Sabalan Petrochemical Company
December 7, 2025
Industrial Development and Evaluation of Cu-Promoted ZnO Adsorbents for H₂S Removal in Reforming Feed
In line with its efforts to expand technological collaborations with upstream industries in Iran, Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has initiated a technical and engineering partnership with Sabalan Petrochemical Company. This collaboration focuses on the evaluation, selection, and development of testing methods for copper-promoted zinc oxide (Cu-ZnO) sulfur removal adsorbents, aiming to optimize H₂S removal from the gas feed of the petrochemical complex.
Considering the specific operational conditions of Sabalan’s processing units, Iran Catalyst provided a technical recommendation for the use of Cu-promoted adsorbents and designed a comprehensive industrial plan for testing and evaluating their performance. The plan was developed to increase the accuracy of technical decision-making and enhance confidence in selecting strategic consumables.
Within this project, a detailed analytical and interpretive report was delivered, including specialized test results, comparative performance analyses of the adsorbents, and process improvement recommendations. These evaluations serve as the technical basis for the company’s decisions on selecting and operating sulfur removal adsorbents in operational units.
The project was fully designed, executed, and implemented following a thorough assessment of Iran Catalyst’s technical, laboratory, and engineering capabilities, commissioned by the process engineering unit of Sabalan Petrochemical. The initiative aims to enhance adsorbent performance reliability and support decision-making based on actual operational data.
This collaboration represents a significant step toward advancing domestic technical knowledge, improving the sustainability of refining processes, and optimizing the performance of operational units in Iran’s petrochemical industry. It also highlights Iran Catalyst’s capabilities in delivering engineering and technical solutions tailored to real industrial needs.
Strategic Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Pars Oil & Gas Company
November 18, 2025
Advancing Knowledge-Based Cooperation and Independent Technical Decision-Making
In one of its most significant technological achievements, Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has initiated a strategic collaboration with Pars Oil & Gas Company. This partnership aims to enhance the technical decision-making frameworks in the strategic consumables sector of the gas industry, with a focus on developing and localizing evaluation methods for molecular sieve adsorbents used in gas processing units.
Following a comprehensive assessment of Iran Catalyst’s technical, laboratory, and engineering capabilities, the project was fully designed and executed by ICC and entrusted by the specialized units of Pars Oil & Gas. As a result of this successful collaboration, Iran Catalyst has been designated as the partner reference laboratory for Pars Oil & Gas, reflecting confidence in domestic technical expertise, independent scientific approaches, and ICC’s capability in developing specialized evaluation methods for molecular sieve adsorbents.
The development and localization of these evaluation methods play a crucial role in reducing operational risks, increasing process reliability, and improving supply chain management of consumables in the gas industry. This framework also enables more precise and sustainable decision-making in processing units.
This strategic collaboration represents an important step in strengthening domestic technical reference capabilities, developing localized technical knowledge, and enhancing the resilience of the national gas industry. It also serves as a model of technological cooperation that can be extended to the oil, gas, petrochemical, and steel industries.
Specialized Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Kaveh South Kish Steel Company
November 09, 2025
Providing Reference Evaluation Services for Molecular Sieves in Iran’s Steel Industry
Continuing its industrial and technological development initiatives, Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has launched a specialized and laboratory-focused collaboration with Kaveh South Kish Steel Company. This partnership aims to provide comprehensive evaluation services for 4A molecular sieves and enhance the reliability in selecting and utilizing adsorbents within the company’s processing units.
Following a thorough assessment of Iran Catalyst’s technical, laboratory, and specialized capabilities, the project was entrusted to ICC by Kaveh South Kish Steel. Within this collaboration, Iran Catalyst acts as a partner reference laboratory, responsible for conducting specialized tests, analyzing results, and delivering interpretive reports required for informed technical decision-making.
This expert-driven approach plays a significant role in reducing operational risks, increasing the reliability of industrial processes, and supporting sustainable adsorbent operations, while enabling more precise decisions along the supply chain of consumables in steel production units.
This collaboration represents a strategic step in strengthening domestic technical reference capabilities, localizing specialized laboratory services, and raising standards for the evaluation and selection of catalysts and adsorbents in Iran’s steel industry. It also serves as a model of knowledge-based collaboration that can be expanded to the steel, oil, gas, and petrochemical industries.
Specialized Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Gol Gohar Iron & Steel Development Company
October 28, 2025
Enhancing Technical Decision-Making Through Reference Laboratory Services
Continuing its industrial and technological collaborations, Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has launched a specialized partnership with Gol Gohar Iron & Steel Development Company focused on evaluating the performance of consumed sulfur removal adsorbents. This collaboration aims to enhance the reliability of adsorbent performance and support technical decision-making in the company’s processing units.
Following a comprehensive assessment of Iran Catalyst’s technical, laboratory, and engineering capabilities, Gol Gohar assigned this project to ICC. Within this framework, Iran Catalyst serves as a collaborating reference laboratory, responsible for conducting specialized tests, analyzing data, and providing interpretive reports required for informed technical decisions.
This expert-driven approach significantly contributes to reducing operational risks, improving the reliability of sulfur removal processes, and supporting sustainable operations in steel production units. It also enables more informed selection of consumables in industrial processes.
This collaboration represents a meaningful step toward strengthening domestic technical reference capabilities, localizing specialized evaluation services, and enhancing standards for selecting adsorbents and catalysts in Iran’s steel industry. It also serves as a model for technological cooperation that can be extended to the steel, oil, gas, and petrochemical industries.
Technological Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Iran Tractor Manufacturing Engineering & Parts Supply Company
October 12, 2025
Advancing Heat Treatment and Endothermic Gas Production Technologies in the Manufacturing Industry
Fostering Sustainable Industrial Development, Addressing Energy Imbalances, and Reducing Environmental Footprints
In line with developing technical knowledge and catalytic technologies for the petrochemical, oil refining, and steel industries, a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at Sharif University of Technology and Iran Catalyst Company (ICC). The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Saeed Jamshidi, Head of the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at Sharif University. This partnership aims to support the sustainable development of catalyst-consuming industries, mitigate energy imbalances, and reduce environmental pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions.
The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at Sharif University of Technology—recognized as a premier national hub for chemical, process, and catalytic engineering sciences, featuring top-tier professors and highly equipped specialized laboratories—has initiated a new collaborative framework with ICC, a specialized platform in modern catalytic sciences. Through this joint MoU, the two entities have formed an extensive partnership dedicated to advancing technical knowledge, localizing catalytic technologies, and enhancing the productivity of national strategic industries.
This knowledge-based agreement encompasses a comprehensive range of joint initiatives. Key measures include creating a platform for the transfer of knowledge and experiences in catalyst localization, providing reference laboratory services, and issuing reliable catalyst test certificates. Furthermore, the partnership focuses on developing technical know-how for both fresh and spent catalysts in upstream and downstream petrochemical sectors, as well as offering consulting services and performance monitoring for catalytic reformers and reactors domestically and internationally.
Additionally, the collaboration outlines the preparation of advanced technical and engineering reports, the formulation of Iran’s comprehensive catalyst consumption document, and the collection and analysis of process data to deliver optimization solutions. The joint agenda also features organizing the “Syngas Iran” conference, specialized panels, and training workshops, alongside defining collaborative research projects and authoring or translating specialized academic literature.
In an interview with ISNA, Dr. Ehsan Ebrahimi, CEO of Iran Catalyst Company, stated: “Through this collaboration, the scientific capacities of the university and the technical capabilities of the industry are united to provide practical and sustainable solutions for improving productivity and reducing operational costs for catalyst-consuming industries.”
He further emphasized: “One of our primary priorities is to create a robust environment for the involvement of students and graduates in industrial projects, effectively harnessing the potential of the country’s elite talent in the catalyst sector.”
Stakeholders and officials involved in this agreement believe that the implementation of its provisions will play a pivotal role in reducing environmental pollutants, addressing energy imbalances, and elevating the nation’s technological standing in the catalyst domain, marking a significant step toward sustainable development and industrial self-sufficiency.
Technological Collaboration Between Iran Catalyst and Iran Tractor Manufacturing Engineering & Parts Supply Company
September 19, 2025
Advancing Heat Treatment and Endothermic Gas Production Technologies in the Manufacturing Industry
Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has initiated a specialized and comprehensive collaboration with the Iran Tractor Manufacturing Engineering & Parts Supply Company to advance technologies related to heat treatment operations and endothermic gas production. This partnership focuses on optimizing the performance of heat treatment generators and improving the efficiency of industrial thermal processes.
The collaboration aims to enhance operational unit performance, improve the quality of industrial components, and increase energy efficiency. Key objectives include reviewing and refining operational processes, reducing operational risks, and enhancing the sustainability of production systems. Improving the quality of produced endothermic gas and optimizing equipment operational conditions are among the core goals of this project.
The renewed trust of this industrial group in Iran Catalyst reflects the company’s technical capabilities, operational experience, and its pivotal role in developing and localizing advanced heat treatment technologies. The ongoing joint projects are part of a broader technological program designed to elevate the level of technology and efficiency across the country’s manufacturing sector.
Implementation of this project not only increases the stability of thermal processes but also enhances system reliability, extends equipment lifespan, and improves production unit performance. This serves as a prime example of Iran Catalyst’s technological expertise in delivering innovative industrial solutions.
In recognition of its achievements, Iran Catalyst was honored in 2025 by the Iran Iron & Steel Association as a distinguished technology leader and recipient of the “Best Innovative Project” award in the steel industry. This award, presented during the National Steel Exhibition and Symposium, acknowledges Iran Catalyst’s role in introducing and localizing advanced heat treatment and endothermic gas production technologies, significantly contributing to the advancement of industrial processes and innovation in the country’s steel sector.
Strategic Memorandum of Understanding Between Sharif University of Technology and Iran Catalyst for the Development of Catalytic Technologies
August 21, 2025
Fostering Sustainable Industrial Development, Addressing Energy Imbalances, and Reducing Environmental Footprints
Iran Catalyst Company (ICC) has initiated a specialized and comprehensive collaboration with the Iran Tractor Manufacturing Engineering & Parts Supply Company to advance technologies related to heat treatment operations and endothermic gas production. This partnership focuses on optimizing the performance of heat treatment generators and improving the efficiency of industrial thermal processes.
The collaboration aims to enhance operational unit performance, improve the quality of industrial components, and increase energy efficiency. Key objectives include reviewing and refining operational processes, reducing operational risks, and enhancing the sustainability of production systems. Improving the quality of produced endothermic gas and optimizing equipment operational conditions are among the core goals of this project.
The renewed trust of this industrial group in Iran Catalyst reflects the company’s technical capabilities, operational experience, and its pivotal role in developing and localizing advanced heat treatment technologies. The ongoing joint projects are part of a broader technological program designed to elevate the level of technology and efficiency across the country’s manufacturing sector.
Implementation of this project not only increases the stability of thermal processes but also enhances system reliability, extends equipment lifespan, and improves production unit performance. This serves as a prime example of Iran Catalyst’s technological expertise in delivering innovative industrial solutions.
In recognition of its achievements, Iran Catalyst was honored in 2025 by the Iran Iron & Steel Association as a distinguished technology leader and recipient of the “Best Innovative Project” award in the steel industry. This award, presented during the National Steel Exhibition and Symposium, acknowledges Iran Catalyst’s role in introducing and localizing advanced heat treatment and endothermic gas production technologies, significantly contributing to the advancement of industrial processes and innovation in the country’s steel sector.
Specialized Panel on the Knowledge-Based Catalyst Industry at the 6th Oil, Gas, Petrochemical, and Oil Refining Exhibition
February 11, 2025
Advancing Catalyst Localization, Experience Transfer, and Petrochemical Efficiency Hosted by the Iran Catalyst Analytical Platform
Strategic Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Shiraz Petrochemical Company and Iran Catalyst
February ,
Advancing Smart Catalyst Platforms, Data Analytics, and Process Optimization in Ammonia and Methanol Production
Marking a significant milestone in the technological advancement of the petrochemical industry, Shiraz Petrochemical Company (represented by Eng. Babak Pourkia) and the Iran Catalyst Analytical Platform (represented by Dr. Ehsan Ebrahimi) officially signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February ۱۸, . This pivotal agreement focuses on the joint development and implementation of intelligent catalyst platforms tailored specifically for ammonia and methanol production processes.
Aimed at facilitating the transfer of localized technical knowledge and enhancing the smart infrastructure required for the advanced data analysis of catalytic processes, this MoU provides a robust framework for strengthening technological synergies within the petrochemical sector. The primary objectives of this strategic partnership include developing an exclusive, data-driven platform for consumable catalysts, optimizing industrial production processes, and fostering a dynamic technology exchange network within the national knowledge-based ecosystem.
Under the framework of their mutual commitments, Shiraz Petrochemical Company will share its extensive operational expertise, specialized process data, and practical experiences in knowledge localization with Iran Catalyst. In return, the Iran Catalyst platform will supply the essential digital infrastructure for advanced data analytics and formulate highly specialized training programs.
Initially signed for a duration of 2years, with the provision for future extension upon mutual agreement, this strategic accord represents a critical step forward in driving digital transformation, technological innovation, and the expansion of the knowledge exchange network across the catalyst and petrochemical industries.
Strategic Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Fanavaran Petrochemical Company and Iran Catalyst
February ۲۰, ۵
Advancing Smart Catalytic Processes, Digital Transformation, and Production Optimization in the Methanol Industry
In line with the advancement of modern technologies and the optimization of production processes within the petrochemical sector, Fanavaran Petrochemical Company and the Iran Catalyst Analytical Platform have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Aimed at developing advanced analytical platforms and driving the digital transformation of catalytic processes in methanol production, this agreement was officially signed on February ۱۸۱۸, ۲۰۲۵۲۰۲۵. The ceremony featured Dr. Hossein Rafighdoust, CEO of Fanavaran Petrochemical Company, and Dr. Ehsan Ebrahimi, representing the Iran Catalyst Platform. This partnership is designed to enhance operational productivity, streamline manufacturing workflows, and fortify the technological infrastructure of the national petrochemical industry.
As a pioneering enterprise in the localization of technical knowledge and the application of strategic catalysts, Fanavaran Petrochemical Company intends to create powerful synergies within the technology exchange network by partnering with the Iran Catalyst Analytical Platform, a specialized and credible reference in the catalyst sector. Under the framework of this MoU, both parties are committed to sharing technical and industrial expertise, expanding analytical digital infrastructures, and deploying cutting-edge technologies. These joint initiatives will pave the way for the intelligent automation (smartification) of catalytic processes, ultimately maximizing the operational efficiency of production units.
This multifaceted collaboration encompasses several strategic objectives, including the deep-dive analysis and evaluation of production processes, optimization of catalyst consumption, development of exclusive digital platforms, and the facilitation of specialized training programs. Furthermore, to expand access to technical know-how, a dedicated networking framework will be established to foster technology exchange among catalyst industry experts. Fanavaran Petrochemical Company will grant Iran Catalyst access to its localized technical knowledge and industrial experiences while actively supporting relevant research and development (R&D) projects. In return, Iran Catalyst will take on the responsibility of developing the necessary analytical infrastructure, delivering specialized technical reports, and formulating comprehensive training curricula. Both entities will collaborate extensively to cultivate a robust knowledge-based ecosystem, organize academic seminars and workshops, and execute innovative industrial projects.
Valid for an initial duration of ۲۲ years, with the option for extension upon mutual agreement, this MoU mandates the formation of a joint steering committee to meticulously oversee and ensure the precise implementation of its provisions. The signing of this strategic accord underscores the firm commitment of Fanavaran Petrochemical Company and the Iran Catalyst Platform to improving industrial productivity, reducing operational costs, and advancing localized technologies within the methanol value chain. This partnership represents a crucial milestone toward ensuring the sustainable development and long-term global competitiveness of the Iranian petrochemical industry.
