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Ahmad Baqa - COO at SACHLO

Ahmad Baqa (Born September 9, 1980) is a chemical engineer and business executive who serves as the Chief Operating Officer of SACHLO, also known as Saudi Factory for Chlorine and Alkalis, a subsidiary of Middle East Chemicals Co. He has over two decades of experience in chemical manufacturing, with expertise in chlor-alkali processes, electrolyzer operations, hydrogen generation, and industrial plant management. He is known for leading operational transformation initiatives and advancing sustainable manufacturing practices within the chemical industry.

Early life and education

Ahmad Baqa completed his early education in Sahiwal, Pakistan. He studied pre-engineering at Government Postgraduate College, Sahiwal.

He earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from Bahauddin Zakariya University in 2004. In 2023, he completed the Finance for Executives programme at INSEAD.

Early career

Baqa began his professional career in 2004 as a Process Engineer at Aazam Chemical in Lahore, where he worked on plant operations, process monitoring, and production reporting. In 2005, he joined Sitara Chemical Industries Limited in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Over a period of more than six years, he held progressively senior roles across operations and project functions. His responsibilities included plant operations, process optimization, engineering design, and project execution.

During this time, he contributed to the design, commissioning, and startup of multiple industrial systems, including chlor-alkali plants, caustic soda units, hydrochloric acid synthesis furnaces, ammonium chloride plants, and utility infrastructure such as chillers and water treatment systems. He also worked with distributed control systems including Yokogawa, Honeywell, and Supcon platforms.

SACHLO

Baqa joined SACHLO in 2011 as a Chemical Engineer. In this role, he was responsible for production planning, cost control, and operational performance. He increased plant capacity utilization from 40 percent to 100 percent within three months through process optimization and improved resource management.

He was promoted to Production Engineer in 2012, where he managed daily operations of chlor-alkali units, coordinated with safety and quality teams, and developed standard operating procedures and risk management systems.

Later in 2012, he became Plant Manager. In this position, he oversaw all plant functions, including production, maintenance, engineering, quality control, human resources, procurement, and logistics. He managed large operational teams and implemented systems to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.

In 2018, he was appointed Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Baqa leads overall operations, including manufacturing, asset management, logistics, environmental compliance, and health and safety. He is responsible for strategy execution, operational performance, and long-term growth planning.

Operations and impact

As COO, Baqa has led major operational and strategic initiatives. Under his leadership, the company reported a 25 percent increase in profitability through cost reduction, productivity improvements, and efficiency gains.

He oversees plant operations, supply chain systems, and warehouse management to ensure continuous production and effective distribution. His work includes compliance management for electrolyzer systems, chlor-alkali units, and calcium chloride production.

He led the completion of large-scale expansion projects, including:

19,800 metric tons per year chlor-alkali expansion
49,500 metric tons per year calcium chloride expansion

He has also directed technical evaluations of industrial processes and technologies, including vendor selection and risk assessment for electrolyzer systems.

Leadership and philosophy

Baqa’s leadership approach is centered on safety, operational excellence, and sustainability. He emphasizes strict safety protocols, regular audits, and training to maintain high safety standards in industrial environments. He promotes environmental responsibility through emissions reduction, energy efficiency, and the adoption of eco-friendly technologies. His operational strategy incorporates Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve process efficiency and quality. He has highlighted the importance of innovation, technological advancement, and data-driven decision-making in maintaining competitiveness within the chemical manufacturing sector.

According to Baqa, his leadership is guided by long-term sustainability goals, ethical practices, and continuous improvement. His focus includes balancing profitability with environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.

SACHLO's industry role

SACHLO produces key industrial chemicals including chlorine, sodium hydroxide, sodium hypochlorite, calcium chloride, and hydrochloric acid through brine electrolysis processes. These chemicals are used in sectors such as water treatment, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and fertilizers. The company’s market position is supported by production capacity, product quality, and strategic location.

Under Baqa’s leadership, the company has focused on improving quality control systems, including raw material inspection, supplier audits, process monitoring, and ISO-certified management systems. Sustainability initiatives include reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste, improving water management, and implementing emissions control technologies. The company has also invested in research and development to support cleaner production methods.

Research and development

Baqa established a dedicated Research and Development department at SACHLO. This function focuses on electrolysis, chlor-alkali processes, and calcium chloride production.

The department supports innovation, process optimization, and development of new technologies aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability.

Projects and initiatives

Baqa has led several technical and operational projects, including:

Implementation of a Laboratory Information Management System to improve data tracking, traceability, and laboratory efficiency
Achievement of ISO certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001
Development of internal technical standards for electrolyzer and chemical processing systems