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The RAG sourced from offshore and onshore oil fields will be treated at the plant to remove impurities. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
LTEH Onshore, L&T’s Hydrocarbon Onshore business, has won an ‘ultra-mega’ order for setting up a Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) plant and related facilities in the Middle East
The company has won the order in consortium with the Greece-headquartered Consolidated Contractors Group S.A.L. (Offshore) (CCC).
The scope of work encompasses engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning of a Natural Gas Liquids plant and allied facilities for processing Rich Associated Gas (RAG). This also involves all associated utilities and offsite and integration with existing facilities.
L&T, as the lead partner, will be responsible for engineering and procurement, while CCC will handle the construction activities.
The RAG sourced from offshore and onshore oil fields will be treated at the plant to remove impurities like H2S, CO2 and H2O, producing value-added products such as lean sales gas, ethane, propane, butane and hydrocarbon condensate.
S N Subrahmanyan, chairman & managing director - L&T, said, “The ultra-mega order reaffirms L&T’s position as a trusted partner in delivering mega energy infrastructure. It underscores our growing global footprint and ability to execute projects of high complexity in partnership with leading players like CCC. We deeply value the confidence reposed in us and remain committed to creating long-term value through safe, sustainable and timely execution”.
Subramanian Sarma, deputy managing director & president - L&T, added, “This project is not just about scale but is also about bringing in advanced engineering, long-term reliability measures and complex brownfield interfaces to deliver value-added products. The order strengthens L&T’s role in shaping energy security, while deepening the relationship with oil & gas companies through world-class execution”.
Parker will showcase solutions across the energy spectrum. (Image source: Parker)
Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, will showcase its engineering expertise across the entire energy spectrum at ADIPEC 2025, under the banner "Engineering for Every Energy Landscape"
At its booth, the company will present technologies spanning the oil and gas, renewables and emerging energy sectors – offering products and solutions that ensure reliable, efficient operations and help advance a fully diversified energy mix.
Parker will display its latest innovations, including the Heatric Printed Circuit Exchanger (PCHE), sealing solutions for oil & gas, and instrumentation solutions for leak path reduction and corrosion mitigation, including advanced fluid connector solenoid valves. These technologies are designed to improve performance, safety and efficiency across a wide range of energy applications, reinforcing Parker’s ability to serve customers operating at the intersection of conventional and renewable energy sources.
“Energy diversification is no longer optional – it’s essential,” said Michal Grundfest, Parker’s vice president - Sales Companies EMEA. “While oil and gas remain vital to the global energy mix, alternative and renewable energy sources are increasingly crucial to ensure a sustainable energy supply. Our product portfolio and engineering solutions make us an ideal partner for companies navigating this complex energy landscape.”
With more than a century of global experience, Parker brings together proven expertise in both established and emerging energy sectors. Its focus on rapid innovation, customer collaboration and system reliability enables energy companies to diversify portfolios, scale cleaner energy options and optimise existing infrastructure without disruption.
To find out more, visit Parker at ADIPEC in the US Pavilion, Hall 7, Booth 7335.
The North Cleopatra block is located offshore Egypt. (Image source: QatarEnergy)
Establishing further presence beyond the North El-Dabaa block in the Arab Republic of Egypt, QatarEnergy will be acquiring a 27% interest in the North Cleopatra block as well
As the energy major from the Middle East signed an agreement with Shell, shares on the block currently stands at 36% participating interest for Shell as operator, followed by Chevron (27%) and Tharwa Petroleum Company (10%).
Commenting on the agreement, Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the president and CEO of QatarEnergy, said, “We are pleased to secure this additional exploration acreage, which further expands our upstream exploration activities in the Arab Republic of Egypt.”
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, and our partners in the block for their valued support and cooperation. We look forward to working together and delivering our exploration objectives,” he added.
The North Cleopatra block is located offshore Egypt in the frontier Herodotus basin and is north and adjacent to the North El-Dabaa block, where QatarEnergy holds a 23% participating Interest. The North Cleopatra block covers an area of over 3,400 square kilometers in water depths of up to 2,600 meters.
Thomas Loffler, senior vice president – ADIPEC, dmg events and Abdulmunim Al Kindy, chairman, ADIPEC 2025. (Image source: dmg events)
Global leaders will convene in Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC 2025 to shape the transformation of energy systems under the theme ‘Energy. Intelligence. Impact.’
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and hosted by ADNOC, ADIPEC 2025 will be held at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi from 3-6 November. Against the backdrop of surging artificial intelligence (AI) energy demands, new economic powerhouses and a global transformation of energy systems, the event will provide a forum to deliver the solutions that will power the future. Foremost international energy, tech and investment CEOs and government ministers from around the globe will be among the 1,800+ speakers leading discussions on buidling resilience, scaling innovation and unlocking the huge opportunity of the energy transformation.
Bringing together more than 205,000 attendees from 172 countries ADIPEC 2025 will span 17 halls – featuring 30 country pavilions, four specialised industry areas, and 2,250 exhibitors – creating a nexus for cross-sector collaboration.
Participating government ministers include His Excellency Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy, UAE; His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Energy, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior, United States of America; His Excellency Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Qatar; and His Excellency Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, Federal Minister for Economy, Energy and Tourism, Austria.
ADIPEC Exhibition: showcasing Abu Dhabi's AI leadership
The exhibition will bring together the entire energy ecosystem – from producers, policymakers and technology pioneers to investors, innovators and industrial consumers.
The expanded AI Zone will position Abu Dhabi as the epicentre of the global AI-energy nexus, with a live showcase of how AI is transforming energy systems, enabling smarter infrastructure, and driving sustainable progress at scale.
New for 2025 is the Low Carbon & Chemicals Expo, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s leadership in pioneering low-carbon innovation and showcasing breakthrough advances in hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, carbon capture, energy storage, chemicals and clean energy.
Abdulmunim Al Kindy, chairman, ADIPEC 2025, said, “Meeting the world’s growing demand for energy requires an intelligent and pragmatic approach that embraces all viable sources and technologies, to drive long-term socioeconomic growth. ADIPEC 2025 will convene the AI-energy nexus to unlock the solutions, partnerships and investments needed to build a sector that is resilient, inclusive and equipped for the next era of progress.
Enhanced conference programme
In 2025, ADIPEC will present an enhanced conference programme with two streams – the Strategic Conference and the Technical Conference – featuring more than 380 sessions. The Strategic Conference will bring together the world’s most influential leaders, policymakers and innovators across 10 programmes to address the sector’s most pressing challenges, foster meaningful dialogue and incentivise cross-sector collaboration. It will introduce five new focus areas – Emerging Economies, Natural Gas & LNG, Downstream & Chemical, Diversity, Leadership & Development, and AI & Digitalisation.
The Technical Conference, chaired by Haitham Al Jenaibi, SVP Gas and Growth in Upstream at ADNOC, remains the world’s largest of its kind. Organised under two programmes – the Technical Conference by SPE and the Downstream Technical Conference by ADIPEC – it will feature more than 1,100 experts.
Thomas Loffler, senior vice president – ADIPEC, dmg events, said, “ADIPEC 2025 is more than a gathering – it’s where ambition becomes action and ideas become measurable impact. In today’s complex world, progress depends on harnessing all technologies – from artificial intelligence to advanced low-carbon solutions – and uniting every part of the energy ecosystem. By bringing together diverse perspectives from across geographies and industries, ADIPEC will help shape a resilient, inclusive and high-growth future where energy security and sustainability advance together.”
Wael Radwan, country sales director Rockwell Automation. (Image source: Rockwell Automation)
Wael Radwan, director, software and control and intelligent devices for Middle East, Türkiye and Africa at Rockwell Automation, highlights the shift to targeted digitalisation that delivers measurable ROI and enables future-ready autonomous operations
In a sector accustomed to long project timelines and substantial capital outlay, Middle East oil and gas operators are now applying even more strict investment discipline. Digital initiatives must demonstrate their value through clearly defined returns, not merely conceptual promise. Every project must now serve a multi-dimensional purpose, supporting profitability, reducing emissions, strengthening compliance and enhancing resilience. A digital solution that cannot fulfil those aims does not survive the business case. In contrast to earlier waves of digital adoption which were about exploring potential, what matters now is performance, efficiency and bottom-line value. Pilots and proof-of-concept studies have become essential tools for determining the viability of new technologies. If the data does not back the decision, the deployment does not proceed.
One recent successful pilot, undertaken by a national operator in the Gulf, trialled model predictive control (MPC) in a brownfield upstream facility to improve energy utilisation, opening the door to broader autonomy discussions across the asset portfolio. These pilots are now becoming the currency of confidence, demonstrating value in operational terms before scaling further.
From automation to autonomy
Automation has long been embedded across the Gulf's oil and gas infrastructure, but the future lies further along the spectrum, with autonomy, which represents a strategic response to some of the region's most pressing operational challenges. Remote assets, hazardous environments and constrained technical labour pools all favour solutions that reduce reliance on human presence.
Unmanned operations are no longer an aspiration; they are entering deployment. In one offshore pilot, an autonomous robot has been deployed to monitor pipeline integrity, replacing routine manual inspection. The robot patrols assigned zones, records video and sensor data, and integrates this information into the control system, eliminating the need for helicopter-supported human intervention. The cost and safety implications are profound.
In another case, robotics is being tested in high-temperature process units where human access is restricted. Temperatures exceeding 500°C and strong electromagnetic fields make maintenance work dangerous and infrequent. By using robotic platforms coupled with intelligent control software, inspections are being conducted without shutdown, significantly improving equipment uptime and reducing operational risk.
This step change from automation to autonomy is underpinned by increasingly sophisticated digital architectures. It is no longer just a matter of automating manual steps. It requires systems capable of interpreting alarms, predicting failure modes, and executing closed-loop responses without human command. These are currently being piloted, with the Middle East's largest operators leading the charge.
Data without context is not intelligence
The foundations of autonomy, and indeed all ROI-based digitalisation, depend on the ability to contextualise data. Oil and gas assets generate enormous volumes of sensor, process and transactional data. But raw data is not intelligence. It must be connected, contextualised and made accessible across operations. Contextualised data is the enabler of predictive asset strategies, advanced planning models and autonomous control.
Many Gulf operators still contend with fragmented data environments. OT and IT systems remain siloed. Cloud strategies are currently under development but not yet universally adopted. This fragmentation impedes predictive maintenance, slows root-cause analysis and creates decision-making bottlenecks.
To address this, operators are investing in unified data platforms that consolidate operational and enterprise data into a single, structured layer. A major pilot project underway in the UAE involves aggregating data from multiple upstream installations into one real-time environment. The aim is to transition from a system of fragmented visibility to one of integrated insight, where data from production, maintenance, energy management and logistics can be analysed collectively to drive better outcomes.
Trust is also evolving. Historically, there was deep scepticism toward cloud-hosted industrial data. Concerns around ownership, security and transparency were barriers to adoption. That resistance is diminishing. Operators are becoming increasingly comfortable with the idea that cloud platforms can offer not only flexibility and scalability but also security and control, provided that governance frameworks are in place.
Consultancy over technology
The shift from trend-based to outcome-based digitalisation has also reshaped how technology is delivered. There is growing recognition that digital tools are only as effective as the strategies behind them. This has driven increased uptake of digital consultancy services, where solutions are co-designed with operators around their specific goals, asset constraints and regulatory context.
For oil and gas producers in the Middle East, this consultancy-led approach is proving essential. The region's operators face unique challenges, including environmental, geopolitical, and infrastructural ones, and there is no single blueprint for transformation. Effective digitalisation must be locally informed and globally benchmarked.
Recent engagements have focused on redesigning operations around ROI-centric principles. Rather than starting with a technology suite, consultants begin with operational KPIs, production targets, energy efficiency thresholds, and maintenance budgets and work backwards to identify the digital tools that best support those goals. This approach avoids over-investment, accelerates value and reduces resistance among internal stakeholders.
Energy management is a key area where consultancy is delivering results. By applying machine learning and data modelling to existing instrumentation data, operators are identifying inefficiencies previously hidden in the noise. The result is not just reduced energy expenditure but also improved emissions performance and enhanced reporting capabilities for regulators and investors alike.
As these digital strategies mature, modular platforms are allowing operators to scale their transformation gradually, starting with monitoring, progressing to analytics and ultimately embedding AI in control decision-making. This staged approach supports faster ROI realisation while building the digital confidence needed for more ambitious moves toward autonomy.
ROI is the new currency of transformation
Flashy dashboards, pilot projects with unclear value, or technology for its own sake no longer pass muster. Every deployment must deliver clear, measurable outcomes. ROI is not a hopeful result, it is the starting condition.
The operators that will thrive in this next phase are those that treat digital not as a silver bullet but as a structured discipline. They will define business objectives first, validate solutions through field-tested pilots, and scale only what works. They will integrate data at every level, automate where it makes sense, and explore autonomy where it drives true business advantage. They understand that smarter production and faster payback are not just aspirations; they are realities and requirements. And they are achievable if you start with value and build from there.
The inauguration of the new plant. (Image source: Farabi Petrochemicals)
Farabi Petrochemicals Company has inaugurated its fourth integrated Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) plant in Saudi Arabia
The US$950mn state-of-the-art facility, located in Yanbu Industrial City, adds 120,000 metric tons per year of LAB capacity. Built adjacent to Aramco’s refineries, the plant leverages locally produced kerosene and benzene feedstocks, ensuring world-class integration, efficiency, and sustainability performance.
The new plant underlines Farabi’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives of downstream diversification, localisation and GDP growth.
The company also signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Unilever to expand their 20-year strategic partnership. Unilever is the world’s largest buyer of LAB, a key ingredient in household and industrial cleaning products.
The expanded agreement aligns Farabi’s capacity growth with Unilever’s constantly growing global demand in home care products, supporting innovation and sustainable growth. Both companies expressed confidence that this deepened collaboration will generate long-term value and advance their shared sustainability goals.
Eng. Mohammed Al Wadaey, CEO of Farabi Petrochemicals Group, said, “Farabi Petrochemicals is proud to be the world’s largest producer of LAB and NP which is the result of consistent growth, product diversification, advanced industrial infrastructure and dedication of our talented employees. We actively support Vision 2030 driving economic diversification, creating job opportunities, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s position as a global industrial hub, while maintaining a positive impact in the environment.”
The system will be deployed for the first time in Egypt. (Image source: STRYDE)
Egypt’s oil and gas exploration capabilities are taking a step forward with the first-ever deployment of cutting-edge nodal technology for onshore seismic acquisition
Leading exploration services company ARGAS has purchased 30,000 Range+ STRYDE nodes and STRYDE’s Nimble Seismic System. These will be deployed on a very large 2D seismic survey in Egypt to acquire high-quality seismic data across highly prospective sedimentary basins, supporting oil and gas exploration efforts in one of Egypt’s most promising frontier regions.
The ultra-lightweight Range+ nodes, coupled with a state-of-the-art, high-capacity charging, harvesting, and QC ecosystem, enable thousands of nodes to be rotated daily.This ensures faster acquisition cycles and rapid delivery of high-quality seismic data, giving ARGAS a competitive edge in Egypt’s rapidly evolving energy sector.
“After working with STRYDE’s system on previous projects, it became clear that this technology brings a significant advantage to both us and our clients,” said Soufiane Azzi, Director of Commercials and Collaborations of ARGAS. “The system has proven to drastically reduce deployment time, reduce headcount and vehicles count, simplifies logistics, improve recording time window, and delivers excellent seismic data. We are proud to be the first to bring node technology to Egypt.”
“This is a major milestone, not only for STRYDE and ARGAS, but for Egypt’s energy sector as a whole,” said Mehdi Tascher, sales director at STRYDE.“ARGAS’s purchase is spot on, and reflects the growing demand for scalable and efficient seismic acquisition systems that enable high-density data capture for superior subsurface imaging, empowering more confident and informed exploration decisions.”
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The system will be deployed for the first time in Egypt. (Image source: STRYDE)
Egypt’s oil and gas exploration capabilities are taking a step forward with the first-ever deployment of cutting-edge nodal technology for onshore seismic acquisition
Leading exploration services company ARGAS has purchased 30,000 Range+ STRYDE nodes and STRYDE’s Nimble Seismic System. These will be deployed on a very large 2D seismic survey in Egypt to acquire high-quality seismic data across highly prospective sedimentary basins, supporting oil and gas exploration efforts in one of Egypt’s most promising frontier regions.
The ultra-lightweight Range+ nodes, coupled with a state-of-the-art, high-capacity charging, harvesting, and QC ecosystem, enable thousands of nodes to be rotated daily.This ensures faster acquisition cycles and rapid delivery of high-quality seismic data, giving ARGAS a competitive edge in Egypt’s rapidly evolving energy sector.
“After working with STRYDE’s system on previous projects, it became clear that this technology brings a significant advantage to both us and our clients,” said Soufiane Azzi, Director of Commercials and Collaborations of ARGAS. “The system has proven to drastically reduce deployment time, reduce headcount and vehicles count, simplifies logistics, improve recording time window, and delivers excellent seismic data. We are proud to be the first to bring node technology to Egypt.”
“This is a major milestone, not only for STRYDE and ARGAS, but for Egypt’s energy sector as a whole,” said Mehdi Tascher, sales director at STRYDE.“ARGAS’s purchase is spot on, and reflects the growing demand for scalable and efficient seismic acquisition systems that enable high-density data capture for superior subsurface imaging, empowering more confident and informed exploration decisions.”
Kuwait's offshore exploration programme is yielding results. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The North Cleopatra block is located offshore Egypt. (Image source: QatarEnergy)
The RAG sourced from offshore and onshore oil fields will be treated at the plant to remove impurities. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
LTEH Onshore, L&T’s Hydrocarbon Onshore business, has won an ‘ultra-mega’ order for setting up a Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) plant and related facilities in the Middle East
The company has won the order in consortium with the Greece-headquartered Consolidated Contractors Group S.A.L. (Offshore) (CCC).
The scope of work encompasses engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning of a Natural Gas Liquids plant and allied facilities for processing Rich Associated Gas (RAG). This also involves all associated utilities and offsite and integration with existing facilities.
L&T, as the lead partner, will be responsible for engineering and procurement, while CCC will handle the construction activities.
The RAG sourced from offshore and onshore oil fields will be treated at the plant to remove impurities like H2S, CO2 and H2O, producing value-added products such as lean sales gas, ethane, propane, butane and hydrocarbon condensate.
S N Subrahmanyan, chairman & managing director - L&T, said, “The ultra-mega order reaffirms L&T’s position as a trusted partner in delivering mega energy infrastructure. It underscores our growing global footprint and ability to execute projects of high complexity in partnership with leading players like CCC. We deeply value the confidence reposed in us and remain committed to creating long-term value through safe, sustainable and timely execution”.
Subramanian Sarma, deputy managing director & president - L&T, added, “This project is not just about scale but is also about bringing in advanced engineering, long-term reliability measures and complex brownfield interfaces to deliver value-added products. The order strengthens L&T’s role in shaping energy security, while deepening the relationship with oil & gas companies through world-class execution”.
The inauguration ceremony.
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The inauguration of the new plant. (Image source: Farabi Petrochemicals)
Farabi Petrochemicals Company has inaugurated its fourth integrated Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) plant in Saudi Arabia
The US$950mn state-of-the-art facility, located in Yanbu Industrial City, adds 120,000 metric tons per year of LAB capacity. Built adjacent to Aramco’s refineries, the plant leverages locally produced kerosene and benzene feedstocks, ensuring world-class integration, efficiency, and sustainability performance.
The new plant underlines Farabi’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives of downstream diversification, localisation and GDP growth.
The company also signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Unilever to expand their 20-year strategic partnership. Unilever is the world’s largest buyer of LAB, a key ingredient in household and industrial cleaning products.
The expanded agreement aligns Farabi’s capacity growth with Unilever’s constantly growing global demand in home care products, supporting innovation and sustainable growth. Both companies expressed confidence that this deepened collaboration will generate long-term value and advance their shared sustainability goals.
Eng. Mohammed Al Wadaey, CEO of Farabi Petrochemicals Group, said, “Farabi Petrochemicals is proud to be the world’s largest producer of LAB and NP which is the result of consistent growth, product diversification, advanced industrial infrastructure and dedication of our talented employees. We actively support Vision 2030 driving economic diversification, creating job opportunities, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s position as a global industrial hub, while maintaining a positive impact in the environment.”
The new collaboration aims to scale up the development of CTC technology. (Image source: KAUST)
The agreement with strengthen Saudi Arabia's base oils sector. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The launch of Opti-TEK underscores Hunting’s ongoing drive to innovate within the well intervention sector. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Hunting PLC has introduced Opti-TEK, a new suite of optimised intervention technologies aimed at helping operators extend well life, minimise downtime, enhance decision-making, and lower both operational costs and environmental impact
Developed through Hunting’s TEK-HUB innovation platform, Opti-TEK combines the company’s internal expertise with strategic technology partnerships to accelerate the delivery of next-generation tools to the market.
The initial range of products includes:
• Opti-TEK slickline tubing cutter: A disruptive, non-explosive, battery-powered downhole cutting tool that operates autonomously with CNC precision, ensuring safe, efficient, and verified severance during plug and abandonment (P&A) operations or in environmentally sensitive areas.
• Opti-TEK data stem: A cost-effective, plug-and-play slickline tool providing downhole intelligence by capturing pressure, temperature, accelerometer, and CCL data at a fraction of conventional system costs.
• Opti-TEK monitoring system for greaseless cable pack-off: Delivers real-time data tracking and predictive maintenance for greaseless cable pack-off heads.
• Opti-TEK valves: Lightweight, compact, and service-friendly wireline valves offering high cutting force from low-pressure inputs, marking a step-change in valve design.
Allan Gill, product line director for Well Intervention, commented, “Opti-TEK represents Hunting’s commitment to delivering smarter, safer and more cost-effective interventions. By aligning cutting-edge innovation with real-world operational demands, we are enabling our customers to optimise every intervention and maximise the value of their asset.”
The Opti-TEK portfolio will be showcased at ADIPEC this year.
The report forecasts an acceleration in the pace of digitalisation. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
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The webinar will transform confined space inspections. (Image source: Flyability)
Despite advances in digital technology, many oil and gas sites across the Middle East still rely on manual entry for tank and vessel inspections, resulting in days of downtime, high scaffolding costs and risk to human life
What if you could change all that with drone technology?
Inspections drones such as the Elios 3 are revolutionising the world of confined space inspections, improving safety, reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
Join us for an exclusive live webinar hosted by Flyability in association with Oil Review Middle East on ‘Transforming oil and gas operations with the Elios 3 drone’ on Tuesday 2 September at 2pm GST. Industrial experts will explain how drones such as the Elios 3 are transforming confined space inspections, and how you can integrate this technology into your operations seamlessly.
Key highlights:
Drone integration: learn how to safety and effectively implement drones in confined space
Safety and training: understand essential safety protocols and training strategies for your team
ROI: discover how to measure and achieve a strong return on investment with drone technology
Real world use cases: hear from the engineers using drone tech in the field on the impact Elios 3 is having on in oil and gas inspections.
Speakers and host:
Fabio Fata – senior sales manager, Flyability (moderator)
Eralp Koltuk – inspection lead engineer, Tüpraş
Danijel Jovanovic – director of operations, ZainTECH
Take your operations to the next level! Don’t miss out on gaining valuable insights into how drones can make inspections safer, faster and smarter .
From making inspections in hazardous confined spaces much safer to streamlining the whole process and providing valuable real-time data, you will get to see exactly how the Elios 3 is changing the game.
The event will address the security challenges in the Middle East oil and gas sector, and how Pelco solutions can help.
Oil and gas operations in the Middle East span harsh deserts, sprawling refineries and high-risk offshore environments. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Shipping is seen as one of the most promising opportunities for low-carbon ammonia and methanol. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
While ammonia and methanol are gaining traction as low-carbon fuels and hydrogen carriers to support the global energy transition, large-scale adoption is slow due to uncertain demand, says data and analytics company GlobalData
Demand for low-carbon ammonia and methanol is being driven by industries such as shipping, power generation, fertilizers, and chemicals, given their potential to decarbonise existing operations. GlobalData’s Strategic Intelligence report, “Ammonia and Methanol in Energy Transition,” reveals that countries such as Japan, South Korea, China, and members of the European Union are backing low-carbon projects, while companies including Yara, Maersk, CF, and Mitsubishi are exploring large-scale investments to boost their production.
Low-carbon ammonia capacity is estimated to grow to nearly 250 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) by 2030, with more than 460 upcoming plants globally. Low-carbon methanol is also projected to grow, with plant numbers approaching 150 by 2030. However, many projects are in early stages of development, with some hydrogen-linked initiatives already seeing delays or cancellations.
The report also highlights that low-carbon ammonia and methanol are closely linked to the scaling of hydrogen, acting as carriers for transport and storage. However, growth depends on stronger infrastructure commitments, technology advancements, and regulatory requirements. Shipping is seen as the most promising immediate opportunity, but significant investment and regulatory clarity are required to move beyond pilots.
Ravindra Puranik, Oil and Gas analyst at GlobalData, commented, “Low-carbon ammonia and methanol could complement the energy transition by acting as fuels and hydrogen carriers, but their role is far from guaranteed. Cost competitiveness, safety standards, and infrastructure development will be critical. Without supportive regulation and faster project execution, many of the current net-zero ambitions may not translate into reality.
“Low-carbon ammonia and methanol initiatives had a promising start earlier this decade. However, the pace of development is already slowing, with some high-profile hydrogen projects seeing cancellations or postponement. Combined with high production costs and technical challenges in handling, this raises doubts about whether low-carbon ammonia and methanol can achieve the scale once envisioned. These challenges underline the gap between announced capacity and what will realistically materialise by 2030.”
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Digital Edge Subsea is a leading provider of digiatl video recording and inspection systems. (Image source: Digital Edge Subsea)
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The acquisition will combine the global footprint of APC and leading technology of GRC. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
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Hani Attia, general manager of KSA and Bahrain at John Crane. (Image source: John Crane)
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The new collaboration aims to scale up the development of CTC technology. (Image source: KAUST)
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Thomas Loffler, senior vice president – ADIPEC, dmg events and Abdulmunim Al Kindy, chairman, ADIPEC 2025. (Image source: dmg events)
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Land seismic data can often exhibit strong elastic effects that violate the assumptions of acoustic imaging. (Image source: DUG)
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The agreement with strengthen Saudi Arabia's base oils sector. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
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