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The partnership marks a significant quantum applications development.
Aramco, Pasqal advance quantum computing in Saudi Arabia's energy sector
An integrated energy and chemicals company, Aramco, in partnership with neutral-atom quantum computing firm, Pasqal, deployed Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer for industrial applications
Installed at Aramco's data centre in Dhahran, this marks a significant quantum applications development in multiple sectors in the region, including energy, materials, and industrial.
While aiding Aramco's operational efficiency strategies, the development gives Pascal's quantum exploration solutions a wider reach.
Ahmad O. Al-Khowaiter, Aramco EVP of Technology & Innovation, said, “Aramco is an established technology leader, which continues to innovate through the development and deployment of advanced digital solutions that have tangible benefits. We are deploying AI and other technologies at scale to further enhance our operations, maximize efficiency and unlock value across our business. Our partnership with Pasqal is a natural progression and we are thrilled to pioneer next-generation quantum capabilities, harnessing significant opportunities presented by this new frontier in computing.”
Loïc Henriet, Pasqal CEO, said, "This is a historic milestone with Aramco. The deployment of our most powerful quantum computer yet is a piece of history and a landmark for the Middle East’s quantum future. Pasqal continues its expansion, delivering practical quantum power to industry."
Pasqal’s system installed at Aramco’s data center can control 200 qubits arranged in programmable two-dimensional arrays, offering a platform suitable for exploring advanced quantum algorithms and real-world use cases relevant to industrial operations.
Muhammed Nadeem, SVP, Yokogawa UAE Industry and head of energy & sustainability at Yokogawa Middle East & Africa. (Image source: Yokogawa)
Shared values underpin Yokogawa’s Middle East success
Muhammed Nadeem, SVP, Yokogawa UAE Industry and head of energy & sustainability at Yokogawa Middle East & Africa, speaks to Oil Review Middle East about the company’s focus at ADIPEC and its commitment to the UAE, where it has had a presence for almost 30 years
Nadeem begins by commenting on the role of ADIPEC in setting the tone for innovation, and the alignment of Yokogawa’s values and founding principles with those of the UAE and the region – ie of AI and innovation; sustainability; and localisation.
“If we talk about AI or innovation, I would like to refer to our purpose – "Utilising our ability to measure and connect, we fulfill our responsibilities for the future of our planet," he says. This is guided by Yokogawa’s corporate brand slogan, "Co-innovating tomorrow," and involves a commitment to solving social and environmental issues through its core competencies in measurement, control, and information technology.
“On sustainability, Yokogawa focuses on three goals – well being, net zeroing and circular economy,” he continues, “and when it comes to in-country value, we are committed to contributing to the societies where we operate.”
Progressing autonomous operations
Discussing Yokogawa’s recent successes on the innovation and AI front, he shares that in the UAE Yokogawa has conducted three proof of concepts (POCs) for its new FKDPP technology, an autonomous control AI protocol that makes use of reinforcement learning technology. It can control and autonomise areas of plant operations that have up to now necessitated manual operation. Nadeem notes that these have led to potential savings and value additions in net zeroing, energy management as well as quality and safety, given the elimination of the requirement for human intervention and therefore of human error and subjectivity. One of these POCs is for an AI-powered autonomous control room for Borouge’s Ruwais facility, where Yokogawa is using AI-based technologies to analyse data, identify patterns, and predict anomalies, enabling faster corrective actions and reducing unplanned shutdown risks. The POC is also exploring how autonomous control room operations can enhance efficiency and plant performance.
“We have had similar successes recently in Saudi Arabia as well,” Nadeem adds, referring to the implementation at the Fadhili gas plant, where Yokogawa has successfully deployed multiple autonomous control AI agents working together to autonomously control and optimise acid gas removal (AGR) operations at the plant. Initial results demonstrate a 10% to 15% reduction in its amine and steam usage, around 5% reduction in power usage, improved process stability, and a significant decrease in operator manual intervention, despite ambient condition changes. “The client is very happy with the ROI,” he comments.
This combination of multiple AI involves not only agents but also some of the drivers, such as robotics. “If you can send machines into an oilfield which has a lot of sulphur content, you can save lives,” he stresses.
He adds that Yokogawa is no longer a control company but an autonomous company, as reflected in its mission statement, and is system agnostic.
Evolution of AI
On the progress of AI, Nadeem comments that we have passed the “crawling” stage and are on the “walk to run” phase. Referring to the opening remarks at ADIPEC of Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of ADNOC, he said, “People understand that without AI, as Dr Al Jaber said today, you will be nowhere. You cannot ignore it. We have moved beyond the proof of concept stage to proof of value. In fact, we are actually on the borderline between proof of value and full-flight deployment. Yokogawa has moved beyond proof of value – we are now talking about the reoccurring model, where we have already given the concept the value and it is now running. I go back to what Dr Al Jaber said this morning; we are not here to give the vision or the dream, we are here for delivery. Because the vision without the action will be hallucination – we have to deliver it.”
He adds that the shared vision and commitment of the NOCs and IOCs to AI and innovation has supported Yokogawa’s drive to put R&D and manpower resources into AI developments.
“We are very proud that our leadership has recognised that this region is at the heart not only of energy development but also innovation. So we have established our Centres of Excellence for AI, robotics and cyber security in this region, to serve the whole globe. Not in Japan, not in Europe, not in the USA but in Abu Dhabi and Dammam. This will help not only our clients but also our ability to grow and devote all our energy to the right direction.”
Turning to sustainability, he comments that this is often a natural by-product of innovation around safety and quality, as these technologies will also lead to sustainability.
“Sustainability can involve multiple goals, but let’s take for example wellbeing. If people are assisted by AI they can have a good work/life balance, right? If they are using AI, they can be more productive. Another example is energy management, where energy management savings contribute to sustainability. Well being and net zero are all built in if you go with the right products, and the right partners like your product.”
On localisation, Nadeem reiterates that one of Yokogawa’s founding values is contributing to the societies in which it operates, and that the region’s in-country value initiatives tie in with Yokogawa’s vision and founding values. “We were operating locally even before the establishment of the UAE’s ICV and Saudi Arabia’s IKTVA initiatives,” he points out. “Since 2009 we have been operating all our control system cyber security out of Abu Dhabi, Dammam, or Bahrain or Qatar, from wherever the customers are. And we are not only talking about establishing our own centres, but doing all our life cycle management out of our local centres in the region, from engineering design, to testing, delivery and after service. So we are walking the walk, not just talking the talk.”
Key message at ADIPEC
Returning to the company’s focus at ADIPEC, Nadeem says Yokogawa’s key message aligns with the ADIPEC theme of energy, intelligence and impact. “We all require energy, and to repeat one of the themes of the opening, we are not talking about energy transition but about energy addition. So we are working on renewables and hydrogen alongside our traditional oil and gas business. This is one of our key themes for this edition of ADIPEC. Then on the AI and innovation theme, we are talking about robotics and Yokogawa Chat GPT, where we help operators with their decision making, and thirdly, we are looking at circular economy, net zeroing and wellbeing. And we are now moving beyond proof of concept and proof of value to deployment.
“I’m very excited as I have taken part in ADIPEC for the past 25 years, and I was saying to some of our young people here, I don’t see it just as an exhibition and event, as I see innovations launched here becoming reality in the future. ADIPEC is creating not only the dialogue, but also the delivery.”
AVEVA’s human-centric approach to digital transformation
Jesus Hernandez, senior vice president for EMEA at AVEVA, shared a compelling overview of the company’s strategic priorities and technological ambitions during a recent discussion at ADIPEC 2025.
Central to his message was AVEVA’s dedication to harnessing the power of industrial data, striving to “digitalise the whole asset lifecycle,” a process he views as essential for shaping the industry’s future.
Explaining their signature offering, Hernandez said, "One of the key differentiators of CONNECT, AVEVA's industrial data platform is its ability to integrate the whole asset lifecycle." He envisions this integration not merely as a technical feat, but as a means to ensure smoother transitions from “idea to design, build, operate, and optimise,” thus ensuring all stakeholders can capture and share vital information with ease.
Key to AVEVA’s innovation strategy is the digital-twin framework, which Hernandez notes will enable seamless data transfer to the CONNECT industrial intelligence platform in the cloud. This architecture enhances data availability, lowers on-premise infrastructure costs, and supports more accurate, scalable analytics across digital-twin use cases, ultimately allowing decisions to be informed or even automated through AI-driven actions. By providing virtual representations of engineering, operational, and maintenance environments, the approach equips organisations to make faster, better-informed decisions that advance both sustainability and operational performance.
According to Hernandez, “AI is not a plug and play technology. For AI, you need human intervention.” He underscored that building effective AI solutions means drawing on real industrial know-how and collaborating closely with those who intimately understand their assets. “The right skills are not only technological skills,” he said, “but also industrial skills.”
Energy efficiency and intelligent resource management were also in focus. Using data centres as a case in point, Hernandez likened them to factories, rich with opportunities for optimisation. “You have, as well, an opportunity to manage the energy consumption,” he remarked, outlining how AVEVA’s platform not only monitors energy use, but also delivers actionable insights to drive improvements.
Hernandez also highlighted that AVEVA’s solutions are not confined to a single sector, they support industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to metals, from mining operations to environmental initiatives.
Through a blend of technology, human expertise, and a relentless commitment to improvement, Hernandez emphasises that AVEVA’s leadership in the evolving industrial landscape is driven by advanced technology, where the value of data must always be realised with “human intervention” at its core.
Noritsugu Mifune, CEO of Al Gharbia Pipe Company LLC.
Al Gharbia Pipe Company looks forward to strong growth
Oil Review Middle East caught up with Noritsugu Mifune, CEO of Al Gharbia Pipe Company LLC at ADIPEC, where he highlighted the company’s encouraging growth prospects
Abu Dhabi-based Al Gharbia Pipe Company (AGPC) is one of the most technologically advanced Longitudinally Submerged Arc Welded (LSAW) Pipe manufacturers in the world, and one of the first large scale manufacturers to embrace Industry 4.0. Established in 2015, it is a joint venture between three partners: ADQ, Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company; Japan’s JFE Steel, the 13th largest steel manufacturer in the world, and Japan’s Marubeni Itochu Steel, provider of commercial and logistical support to some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies.
Noritsugu Mifune notes that the company in October recorded the production milestone of 700,000 MT of steel pipes, of which almost 500,000 tonnes was produced in 2024-2025 alone. Production is mainly destined for the UAE market, which Mifune describes as a “very good and promising market”. He forecasts continuing strong demand given the high level of activity in both the onshore and offshore sector.
Mifune stresses the company’s ability to meet even the most challenging customer requirements, thanks to the deployment of cutting-edge technology and the expertise of its Japanese shareholders. The plant is equipped with the most advanced production and testing technology from Europe and Japan, including a state-of-the-art automated pipe manufacturing line, a 2nd generation JCO pipe forming press, and a Manufacturing Execution System (MES). The company can produce pipes for the harshest environments, such as sour service pipes for H2S, and deep-sea pipes that can withstand depths of up to 3,000m.
The main challenges for the company are cost and delivery, given the current tough international market conditions, with materials needed to be imported from abroad. However, the UAE’s strategic position as a trading hub with excellent port and logistics facilities facilitates trade. Located in KEZAD, Al Gharbia benefits from competitive utility rates, along with good infrastructure and logistics.
“It is a very good place for our business,” Mifune says. “It gives us peace of mind.”
These factors, along with the UAE’s supportive business environment, attractive labour market and strategic location with easy access to Europe, Africa and Asia have contributed to the company’s success, he adds.
While local demand continues to be strong, Al Gharbia is also looking to grow its exports to Europe, Asia and Africa. Last year the company exported 60,000 tonnes to Iraq. It is looking to further grow its capacity, which now stands at up to 360,000 tonnes a year, with production of approximately two kilometres of pipe a day.
Industry 4.0 Digital Leader
Mifune highlights the company’s commitment to innovation and continual development, noting how it leverages Industry 4.0 technologies to improve quality, safety and production. All plant processes are connected through Smart Manufacturing Execution System (MES 4.0) that executes, monitors, tracks and reports operations on the plant floor in real-time. Pipe traceability and real-time data are collected by fully automated Smart Devices using artificial intelligence and machine learning, guaranteeing total quality control and traceability throughout all steps of the manufacturing process.
The company’s efforts have been recognised by the UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, which has certified the company as an Industry 4.0 Digital Leader.
Mifune points out that while oil and gas is currently the focus of production, the company is looking to the future and is already prepared for the production of pipes for hydrogen and CO2, developed with JFE Steel, which are likely to become increasingly important.
Mifune highlights the company’s strong commitment to Emiratisation, as illustrated by its initiatives for the training and development of local talent. The company is involved in training young graduates from local universities and facilitates education exchanges with Japan and other countries. It is something which Mifune is passionate about; he himself has a personal involvement in the company’s training programmes.
Huawei hosted the Global Intelligent Oil & Gas Summit 2025 during ADIPEC.
Huawei and partners launch joint solutions for Intelligent Oil & Gas
The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (ADIPEC), one of the world's largest and most influential oil & gas events, was held from November 3 to 6
Under the theme Energy. Intelligence. Impact., this year's conference brings together global energy leaders to discuss AI applications in areas such as exploration optimization, carbon emission management, and supply chain intelligence. BGP, a company specializing in geophysical exploration under CNPC jointly exhibited with Huawei, showcasing their achievements in oil & gas exploration to global industry customers. These included collaborative efforts in building the Kunlun large model, the adaptation of Kunpeng with the GeoEast platform, and the application of AI with full waveform inversion (FWI).
During ADIPEC, Huawei hosted the Global Intelligent Oil & Gas Summit 2025, bringing together oil & gas customers, international EPC contractors, Chinese enterprises, and partners from the Middle East, Central Asia, Asia-Pacific, and Africa to share their latest achievements and experiences in intelligent development. Huawei and four partners also unveiled joint innovative solutions for intelligent oil & gas on a global scale.
"We are now experiencing an unprecedented intelligent revolution. But using AI isn't just about following trends. It's about creating real value in efficiency and safety,” Linda Han, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of Huawei Oil, Gas & Mining BU, stated in her opening address. “ICT development must align with AI scenarios that solve real operational challenges. Let practical applications steer digital evolution. Match technology with business needs so valuable data can empower AI for better quality and safer production."
Yue Changqing, President of BGP International, shared in his keynote speech that "Huawei's leading ICT in storage, computing, networking, and AI are driving BGP towards digital and intelligent exploration." He detailed that based on Kunpeng, they have developed a new GeoEast architecture and optimized its performance, increasing processing efficiency by 2-3 times compared to the original. Leveraging Huawei's OceanStor distributed storage, seismic data storage performance improved by 30%, and resource utilization increased by 50%. Using Huawei's MindSpore AI4S suite, computational efficiency for the 2D acoustic wave equation increased more than fivefold, with the 3D acoustic wave equation algorithm soon entering production verification. "Moving forward, leveraging BGP's business insights and Huawei's ICT expertise, we will continue to deepen collaborative innovation in geophysical exploration to pioneer a new paradigm for intelligent exploration and production," Yue added.
OQ Gas Networks SAOG (OQGN), Oman's exclusive natural gas transporter, has successfully completed a Proof of Concept (POC) for an AI-powered Smart Intrusion Detection System (IDS), developed in collaboration with Huawei. The initiative aims to shift from traditional manual patrolling to a proactive, intelligent monitoring solution as part of OQGN's business transformation through innovation and digitalization. The system utilizes Huawei's digital site perimeter protection technology, providing 24/7 intelligent detection and early warnings of external risks such as fires, excavation damage, and unauthorized intrusions. During the POC phase, conducted on a selected pipeline segment, the system achieved over 95% detection accuracy and delivered a 70% reduction in manual inspection workload. Following the successful trial, OQGN and Huawei are partnering to scale up the system, a milestone that earned OQGN the Huawei Oil & Gas Industry Best Joint Innovation Award.
Prithwi Mukhopadhyay, Engineering Manager of Bilfinger Engineering Middle East, shared insights on their practices in oilfield engineering related to digitalization, virtualization, and the enhancement of HSE excellence and operational efficiency. For example, he mentioned using digital twins of oil wells to simulate drilling scenarios for optimizing performance and predicting failures. They also utilize sensors and AI-driven platforms monitor drilling parameters and adjust operations in real time to reduce downtime and improve safety. The company operates remote control rooms that monitor offshore platforms virtually, reducing the need for an onsite team. He stated that Huawei's ICT strengths in hardware and software, coupled with digital certification programs, have further enhanced the cultivation of digital talent, advancing oilfield engineering models towards "digital leadership."
Launching Global Joint Innovative Solutions for Intelligent Oil & Gas with Four Partners
At the summit, Huawei, together with ANTON Oilfield Services Group (ANTON), SUPCON Technology Co., Ltd. (SUPCON), Shenzhen BH Energy Technology Development Co., Ltd. (BH Energy), and Beijing RayChange Information Technology Co., Ltd. (RayChange), jointly launched innovative solutions for intelligent oil & gas.
Huawei and its partners focus on common, high-value scenarios in the oil & gas industry, jointly developing scenario-specific solutions and products to help global oil & gas customers achieve efficient production, operations, and management.
ANTON: By developing intelligent oil & gas platforms, AI application products, and digital, integrated solutions for oilfield technology and management services, the company addresses challenges in industrial AI application such as difficult implementation, high costs, and low standardization.
SUPCON: Leveraging Huawei's computing infrastructure, SUPCON's Industrial Embodied Intelligence system, centered around the Time-series Pre-trained Transformer (TPT) model and the innovative Universal Control System (UCS), provides a basis for AI applications in core industrial scenarios like anomaly early warning, operational optimization, and control optimization. This empowers the entire oil & gas industry chain to adopt unattended operations and remote intelligent control.
BH Energy: By creating intelligent well control systems and smart edge controller products, the company helps achieve autonomous optimization and real-time data analysis for oil wells, enabling oilfield enterprises to enhance production capacity and reduce energy consumption.
RayChange: To address various engineering requirements in the oil & gas industry, the company collaborates with Huawei to develop digital and intelligent management platforms for oil & gas projects using the Deep Twin platform, creating a digital foundation for intelligent oil & gas operations.
In his closing remarks, Deng Bi, President of Huawei's Oil & Gas BU, reiterated Huawei's commitment to collaborating with partners and customers alike. Together, they will build a thriving global ecosystem and develop intelligent solutions that add value to core oil and gas scenarios, upholding the spirit of the summit: "Drive Data to Barrel, Embrace Intelligence to Grow."
Gordon Docherty, vice president of Druck. (Image source: Druck)
ADIPEC 2025: Druck highlights its latest range of solutions
At ADIPEC this year, Oil Review Middle East spoke to Gordon Docherty, vice president of Druck. Docherty talked about the company's products, technological solutions and prospects in the Middle East. Read on:
How do you see Druck connecting with customers and partners in this dynamic region?
It’s a real pleasure to be at ADIPEC for the first time. The conversations happening here are not just about today’s challenges but about how we can collectively accelerate progress through smarter, more sustainable technologies.
And I think that’s where Druck’s pressure measurement technologies fit in. The ability to capture precise and dependable pressure data and calibration not only boosts productivity but also helps organisations eliminate inefficiencies and reduce emissions.
For Druck, ADIPEC is an invaluable opportunity to connect directly with our partners, customers and potential customers across the globe, not just the Middle East. This region has always been central to the global energy landscape, and we see tremendous potential for collaboration; particularly as companies focus on digital transformation, operational efficiency, and safety.
We came here to listen, share our expertise, and explore how Druck’s advanced pressure measurement and calibration solutions can help our partners enhance reliability and performance in their operations. I have to say that the positive feedback, and the interest in our solutions, in particular our handheld portable calibrators, far outweighed our expectations.
It’s also been fantastic to spend time with our regional channel partners who play such a vital role in ensuring that Druck products reach every corner of the planet. Seeing the strong engagement they have with customers reinforces how important these relationships are in ensuring our technology and support are available where and when they’re needed. Their commitment and local expertise are key to our continued success in the region. ADIPEC provides a great platform to celebrate that collaboration.
What are the main applications for Druck pressure sensors and calibration equipment in the oil and gas industry, and the main challenges they are designed to address? Are there any products on display you would like to highlight?
Druck pressure sensors and calibration equipment play a critical role across the oil and gas value chain from exploration and drilling to production, transportation, and refining. Druck instruments ensure accurate measurement and control in pipeline monitoring, gas compression, storage, and refining processes.
For instance, Druck sensors deliver precise pressure and temperature measurements throughout the oil and gas extraction process. Our subsea sensors are engineered to operate reliably for up to 30 years, enduring the extreme conditions found at depths of 3,300 m beneath the ocean surface. The advanced technology required to consistently provide accurate data in such demanding environments over decades is truly remarkable, underscoring our commitment to long-term performance and reliability
Meanwhile, our calibrators support these applications by providing precise, traceable pressure measurements that help customers maintain compliance with international standards, improve operational efficiency, and ensure safety.
Our solutions are engineered to excel in the most demanding and unpredictable environments, such as high pressures, high temperatures, vibration, and corrosive media all of which demand exceptional sensor stability, repeatability, and long-term reliability. We also address the industry’s need for digitalisation and reduced downtime by integrating smart calibration solutions and digital communication capabilities that support predictive maintenance and remote diagnostics.
At ADIPEC this year, we showcased Druck’s latest calibration and instrumentation solutions, including the handheld DPI 610E, the high-performance PACE 5000 E and 6000 E pressure controllers, and the compact UPS 4E loop calibrator. These instruments are designed to deliver unmatched accuracy, reliability, and connectivity for both field and lab applications, and are widely used for instrumentation commissioning, asset maintenance and process optimisation across the Oil, Gas and Energy value stream.
How do you view prospects for the development of Druck’s business in the Middle East?
The Middle East is a very strategic region for Druck, and we see strong prospects for business development here. The region continues to invest heavily in oil and gas exploration, refining, and infrastructure modernisation, while also advancing its digital transformation and energy transition initiatives. These trends align with Druck’s core strengths delivering high-accuracy, reliable pressure measurement and calibration solutions that perform in the most demanding environments. Our sensors and calibration equipment are already trusted in critical applications such as wellhead monitoring, subsea systems, and pipeline operations across the region.
As operators focus more on safety, operational efficiency, and predictive maintenance, Druck’s digital calibration technologies and smart sensors provide real value; helping customers reduce downtime, ensure compliance, and extend asset life. We also recognise the importance of strong local presence and partnerships in the Middle East. Expanding our service and support capabilities locally is a key part of our strategy to deliver faster response times and build long-term customer relationships. Overall, we view the Middle East as a growth market where Druck’s proven technology, reliability, and commitment to customer success position us very well for the future.
How do you think measurement and instrumentation technologies will evolve in the future?
At Druck, innovation is absolutely central to how we operate. For more than 50 years, we’ve built our reputation on engineering excellence and pushing the boundaries of pressure measurement performance. Today, our focus is on integrating digital intelligence, connectivity, and sustainability into our technologies; ensuring our customers can rely on accurate, stable data while optimising operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Innovation for us is not just about new products, it’s about continuous improvement, collaboration with our customers, and anticipating the challenges they’ll face tomorrow. By integrating innovative calibration technologies and digital intelligence, Druck aims to deliver the next generation of measurement solutions that empower industries to operate more safely, efficiently, and responsibly.
What are your biggest takeaways from ADIPEC 2025? Are you planning to visit again?
ADIPEC 2025 has been an inspiring and highly productive experience, showcasing the energy industry’s commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable operations. I’ve been particularly impressed by how companies, including many of our customers, are leveraging smart measurement technologies to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability – it has reinforced the important role Druck’s pressure sensors and calibration solutions play in supporting these goals. Meeting with our channel partners and seeing the strong engagement with customers highlighted the value of local collaboration in the region. Most importantly, seeing the exceptionally strong interest in Druck technologies was extremely rewarding. Overall, it’s been a fantastic event, and I’m very much looking forward to coming back to continue these conversations and explore new opportunities with partners and customers alike.
The report includes real-world case studies from the region.
Restoring contaminated land through washing technology
A new CDE report, produced in association with Oil Review Middle East, highlights the benefits of soil washing technology for the remediation of hydrocarbon-contaminated land
Hydrocarbon-contaminated land poses a significant threat to ecosystems, economic development and human health. The Middle East region is one of the most affected, given the predominance of the oil and gas industry and contamination from legacy conflicts.
The new report, titled 'Restoring oil-contaminated land through washing technology' discusses the scale and impact of the problem and how advanced soil washing technology not only effectively restores contaminated land with relatively low carbon footprint and operating costs, but turns it into re-usable materials, converting waste into a valuable resource.
The Middle East therefore presents a significant opportunity for this technology, given governments and industries are increasingly prioritising sustainable construction, land remediation and circular economy practices.
The report includes real-world case studies from the region. In Kuwait, two CDE soil washing plants have to date processed more than eight million tonnes of oil-contaminated land, producing re-usable sand and aggregates with less than 1% residual contamination. While in Saudi Arabia a CDE plant converts oil-impacted waste into reusable materials, aligning with Vision 2030 circular economy objectives and sustainable construction initiatives.
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