US $27.2 million glass facility opens in RAK

H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah inaugurating the glass processing plant

Global Glass Solutions (GGS), a designer, manufacturer and distributor of glass products serving the Middle East region, has opened its new 280,000m²-processing facility at the Al Ghail Industrial Park in Ras Al Khaimah.

With a capacity for up to 1,000m² of glass per day, the GGS facility will manufacture a range of processing products for the entire GCC region.

"The new facility has been built according to the highest level of European standards and practices, ensuring that we strictly follow the stringent environmental sustainability specifications of Ras Al Khaimah and that we cater to the quality demands of our customers,” said GGS MD Amer Al Aloul.

“We believe that Ras Al Khaimah is the perfect location for this ambitious project as the emirate offers the best value in terms of world-class infrastructure, cost-efficiency, government support and easy access to key transport facilities, giving us a convenient gateway to reach our target markets in the region and beyond."

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His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi inaugurated the facility, commenting: “Ras Al Khaimah is prepared to provide all the necessary support to help GGS capitalise on the excellent growth potential of the glass industry in the region. Furthermore, this new project will help stimulate interest in Ras Al Khaimah's excellent business environment and highlight the strategic incentives being offered by the emirate's specialised investment zones."

The new GGS facility in the Industrial Park in Al Ghail, operated by Ras Al Khaimah Investment Authority (RAKIA).