# LG Chem to build RO membrane plant in Saudi Arabia

LG Chem has partnered with Alkhorayef Group to invest 120 billion won ($86 million) in a reverse osmosis membrane plant in Saudi Arabia, with production targeted to start in 2026.

- Type: New facility
- Announced: 2024-05-01
- Where: Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia
- Value: $86.0M (120.0B KRW)
- Starts operating: 2026
- Status: announced
- Products: reverse osmosis membranes
- Sectors: [Water Treatment Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/water-treatment-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [LG Chem](https://endata.com/companies/2456.md)
- [Alkhorayef Group](https://endata.com/companies/77156.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [en.yna.co.kr](https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20240501002500320), 2024-05-01: "Together with Alkhorayef Group, we not only seek to meet the demands to localize RO membranes, but also look forward to delivering innovative solutions to contribute to development of the water industry in the region."

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