Almas Catalyst Iranian: The brilliance of engineering at the heart of refining

  • Backed by more than half a century of global experience
  • Empowered by Iranian knowledge and engineering
  • Localization of selected Antarax technologies

A pioneer in the localization of catalyst technology

Almas Catalyst Iranian
a global legacy in service of Iran’s industry

Almas Catalyst Iranian is the localized embodiment of the Antarax brand — a company with more than fifty years of experience in the design and production of refining and petrochemical catalysts, now standing beside you with Iranian engineering.

Almas Catalyst inherits this global experience, yet does not settle for inheritance alone; it translates this knowledge into the language of Iran’s industry and elevates it to meet the unique conditions of the country’s refining and petrochemical sectors.

We do not merely sell products; we deliver problem-solving solutions. From catalyst selection to loading and performance monitoring, from basic to detailed engineering and quality assurance, we stand with you to ensure stable, predictable, and profitable operation.

  • Selected Antarax Technologies
  • Precise and stable catalysts
  • Backed by fifty years of global experience

Engineering, execution, and support — all in one place.

Our services: almas catalyst supply

Basic and detailed process engineering design

Delivery of accurate and optimized engineering design tailored to operating conditions and production objectives.

Catalyst selection and design

Selection or design of the appropriate catalyst based on feedstock type, process characteristics, and the performance requirements of the unit.

Catalyst performance monitoring and evaluation

Continuous catalyst performance monitoring to enhance efficiency, enable early detection of performance degradation, and reduce operational risk.

Technical services, engineering, and quality assurance

Specialized support throughout all stages of implementation and operation, accompanied by quality control and performance assurance.
1

CI-55
(Isomerization Catalyst)

Increasing gasoline octane number with minimal hydrogen consumption

2

CR-35
(Platforming Reforming Catalyst)

Production of aromatics in reforming units and increase of RON

3

CCR-56
(Continuous Catalyst Regeneration)

Continuous regeneration catalyst for CCR units

4

CHT-Series
(Hydrotreating Catalysts)

Removal of sulfur-, nitrogen-, and metal-based compounds from petroleum fractions

5

CC-33, CC-46, CC-48
(Claus Catalysts)

Sulfur recovery in Claus and SuperClaus units

6

CDO-44
(Tail Gas Treating Catalyst)

Purification of exhaust gases and enhancement of sulfur recovery efficiency

Our competitive advantages

Why trust Almas Catalyst?

Almas Catalyst Iranian draws upon half a century of specialized Antarax experience — a company recognized as one of the leading and reputable names in the global design and production of industrial catalysts. Built on deep technical knowledge, continuous research, and participation in major refining and petrochemical projects, Antarax has developed an extensive portfolio of specialized formulations. These products have been deployed in critical energy units around the world, establishing and reinforcing the global credibility of the brand.

Global experience

Backed by fifty years of research and industrial production on a global scale.

Reliable product

Catalysts with predictable performance, in accordance with the EuroScav principle — the same foundation that has defined industrial production since the 1950s.

Technical support

Not merely sales, but partnership through commissioning, operation, and optimization.

Access to global technology, in an Iranian engineering language

Speed, flexibility, and reliability — qualities that only a domestic partner with international backing can provide.

Real cases, tangible results.

Our projects: global technology, implemented in Iran

Conversion of reforming unit to isomerization – Fergana Refinery, Uzbekistan (SANEG – Uzbekistan)

Major project at Shiraz Refinery – conversion of UOP technology to platinum/sulfated zirconia (Iran – SORC)

20 years of experience collaborating with Russian oil companies