Advanced technology was the driving force in the establishment of Tronox’s Yanbu Plant, formerly owned by Cristal, back in 1989 to produce titanium dioxide using the chloride process. This was at a time when the titanium industry was nonexistent in the Middle East. Commissioning started in 1991 and the first marketable quality was produced in April 1992.

Approximate number of employees: 675

Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality:
The Yanbu Plant has ISO:9001 and ISO:14001 certifications.