In an interview with the Iranian Petrochemical News Agency (NIPNA), Shokrkhah
emphasized that Parsian Bank considers petrochemicals one of its top three
priority industries for financial services, alongside oil and electricity.
"With a diversified portfolio of credit facilities and financial
solutions, we aim to enhance the sector’s capacity and address its
challenges," he said.
Parsian Bank has provided significant financing for major
petrochemical projects, leveraging its strong foreign exchange resources.
"We have fully financed projects such as the downstream expansion of
Parsian Sepehr Petrochemical in Asaluyeh and Mehr, with an investment exceeding
$1 billion," Shokrkhah stated.
He also highlighted the bank’s role in funding a propane
dehydrogenation (PDH) project in Asaluyeh and supporting the development of the
Yaran oil field. "Additionally, we are among the five key financial
partners backing the Azadegan oil field project," he added.
Beyond direct financing, Parsian Bank actively participates in capital
markets to support various industrial ventures. "Our commitment to the
petrochemical industry is not just a strategic business decision but also an
essential contribution to Iran’s broader economic development," Shokrkhah said.
Iran’s petrochemical sector, a pillar of the country’s economic
diversification strategy, plays a crucial role in reducing reliance on crude
oil revenues. Banking sector support, particularly in financing large-scale
projects and ensuring stable investment flows, is seen as key to sustaining
growth and expanding export capacity.