Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s gas subsidiary, ADNOC Gas, has awarded three contracts worth $2.1 billion to enhance its liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply infrastructure. The investments will strengthen ADNOC’s Ruwais LNG Project, which aims to more than double its current LNG production capacity by 2028.
ADNOC Gas Major Contracts for LNG Expansion
- LNG Pre-conditioning Plant (LPP)
- Value: $1.24 billion
- Awardees: ENPPI and Petrojet consortium
- Scope: Located within the Habshan 5 plant, part of ADNOC’s massive integrated gas processing complex.
- Transmission Pipelines
- Value: $514 million
- Awardee: China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Company
- Scope: Connecting the Habshan Complex to the Ruwais LNG facility.
- Compression Facilities
- Value: $335 million
- Awardee: Petrofac Emirates LLC
- Scope: Development of new compression infrastructure.
ADNOC Gas CEO’s Statement
Fatema Al Nuaimi
CEO of ADNOC Gas
Fatema Al Nuaimi emphasized the significance of these contracts:
“These awards reaffirm ADNOC Gas’ commitment to sustainable growth and shareholder value. We are investing in world-class infrastructure and technologies to strengthen our position as a global LNG player while meeting international customer demand.”
Ruwais LNG Project: A Game Changer
- Capacity Expansion: The Ruwais LNG facility will feature two liquefaction trains, each processing 4.8 million tonnes per annum (mtpa), raising total production capacity to over 15 mtpa.
- Sustainability Focus: Powered by clean grid electricity, the facility will have one of the lowest carbon intensities globally.
- Innovative Technology: Use of AI and advanced digital tools to enhance safety, efficiency, and emissions reduction.
Strategic Investments and Future Goals
These infrastructure upgrades are part of ADNOC Gas’ $15 billion CAPEX plan through 2029. The Ruwais LNG project, set to become operational by 2028, will position ADNOC Gas as a key player in the global LNG market, contributing to cleaner energy solutions worldwide.
