Saudi Arabia’s Juthor Paper Manufacturing has announced the ground-breaking of its second high-capacity tissue production line – to be supplied by Andritz – in King Abdullah Economic City, near Jeddah.
The ceremony was attended by senior representatives from government and private entities including the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones and the Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority, as well as senior leadership from Juthor and parent company Middle East Paper Co. (MEPCO).
Valued at SAR345m, the project (PM6) will increase Juthor’s production capacity 120,000tpy, with the new machine operating at a speed of 2,100mpm.
Andritz will supply the machine and install it within 24 months.
Musab AlMuhaidib, Chairman of MEPCO, said: “The launch of TM6 reflects our strong confidence in the promising future of Saudi industry.
“Aligned with Vision 2030, this expansion strengthens our role in empowering the local manufacturing ecosystem and enhancing the Kingdom’s self-sufficiency in tissue products.”
Faisal Haddawi, Chief Executive of MEPCO, added: “At MEPCO, we are committed not only to expanding production capabilities but also to delivering value, building resilience, and fostering trust.
“TM6 will accelerate our sustainable growth strategy and further contribute to the Saudi economy and regional markets.”
Juthor Paper Manufacturing is a subsidiary of MEPCO, one of the largest paper products manufacturers in the MENA region.
