Oilfield chemicals player Baker Hughes and Dussur, which is co-owned by Sabic and the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, have signed an agreement to form a joint venture company to make oilfield and industrial chemicals in Saudi Arabia.

The 51-49 venture includes Baker Hughes’ existing chemical blend plant in Dammam and manufacturing facility in Jubail. The latter will supply the Saudi market while expanding localisation opportunities. The deal is expected to close in Q3.