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The partnership marks a significant quantum applications development.
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)
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.”
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.
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.
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)
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.
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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
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The two companies will jointly pursue exploration and production opportunities. (Image source: PETRONAS)
Malaysia’s PETRONAS has signed an MoU with OQ Exploration and Production New Ventures LLC (OQEP) a wholly-owned subsidiary of OQ Exploration and Production SAOG, to jointly pursue opportunities for oil and gas exploration and production across the Middle East and Southeast Asia
The collaboration will leverage PETRONAS’ international upstream expertise and OQEP’s regional knowledge, aiming to unlock new growth opportunities and accelerate value creation in diverse markets.
The agreement was signed at OQPE's headquarters in Oman by Mohd Redhani Abdul Rahman, vice president of International Assets of PETRONAS Upstream, and Mahmoud Al Hashmi, acting chief executive officer and chief operations officer of OQEP,.
Redhani said, “This collaboration represents a meaningful step forward in our efforts to build a resilient and competitive upstream portfolio. By aligning our strengths with OQEP’s strategic direction, we are well-positioned to pursue impactful ventures in these regions.”
PETRONAS has been active in Oman since 2018 and currently holds participating interests in Block 61. This MoU builds upon the growing relationship between PETRONAS and OQEP, anchored on mutual respect and shared industry goals.
Oman's largest pure-play oil and gas exploration and production company and it is the only upstream oil and gas operator owned by the Government of Oman. OQEP currently ranks among the top three oil and gas producers and is also one of the largest holders of oil and gas reserves in Oman.
The signing of the MoU. (Image source: Dana Gas)
QatarEnergy has acquired another exploration stake offshore Egypt. (Image source: QatarEnergy)
Global balances are shifting to oversupply next year. (Image source: Rystad Energy Research & Analysis)
OPEC+ has agreed to pause oil production hikes for the first quarter of 2026 as it slows down its push to regain market share amid fears of a looming supply glut as well as geopolitical uncertainty around Russia/Ukraine peace negotiations and US/Venezuela tensions
The eight OPEC+ countries – namely Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman – have been raising oil output month by month since April this year, but will pause production increments in January, February and March 2026 “due to seasonality”, according to an OPEC statement.
The statement said the countries will adopt a cautious approach and retain full flexibility to continue pausing or reverse the additional voluntary production adjustments, reiterating that the 1.65 million barrels per day may be returned in part or in full subject to evolving market conditions and in a gradual manner. The countries will continue to closely monitor and assess market conditions.
Jorge Leon, head of geopolitical analysis at Rystad Energy commented, “The message from the group is clear: stability outweighs ambition at a time when the market outlook is deteriorating rapidly. Global balances are shifting toward a significant oversupply next year, with Rystad Energy estimating a surplus of 3.75mn bpd of liquids in 2026, one of the largest projected gluts in recent years. Against this backdrop, any additional barrels from OPEC+ would risk deepening the price decline that is already visible across the forward curves.
“For producers that are heavily reliant on oil revenues, holding back supply now is becoming less of an option and more of a necessity.”
Preserving optionality, rather than committing to a new production path, allows OPEC+ to react quickly if conditions worsen or if geopolitical events unexpectedly tighten supply, Leon noted.
“The alliance must balance its desire to regain market share while stabilising prices with the realities of political fragmentation, both within the group and across the global stage. The latest decision underscores how difficult that balance has become. OPEC+ is trying to manage a market moving toward oversupply while navigating geopolitical shocks that could arrive without warning.
“The result is a strategy rooted in caution, one that leaves room for rapid adjustment but also highlights the complex, fragile nature of the alliance’s current position.”
The delay in setting individual production quotas is a “clear indication of unresolved tensions”, he added.
Oil prices rose slightly on 1 December following the OPEC+ decision, with Brent standing at just over US$63, while Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian tankers have exacerbated concerns over supply disruptions.
ProSep’s Annular Injection Mixers (AIM) will be delivered to an oilfield in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. (Image credit: ProoSep)
Hussein Shoukry, managing director for the Middle East and Africa, Siemens Energy. (Image source: Siemens Energy)
The agreement with strengthen Saudi Arabia's base oils sector. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Bahri Chemicals, a subsidiary of logistics and transportation company Bahri, has signed a Contract of Affreightment (COA) with Luberef to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s base oil and petrochemicals sectors
Under the agreement, Bahri Chemicals will transport base oil produced in the kingdom from local ports to destinations across the Arabian Gulf and the west coast of India.
The strategic partnership will unlock synergies between the two companies, reflecting their shared commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s base oils sector, while also serving as an example of collaboration under the Saudi Inc. initiative, which strengthens partnerships and growth among Saudi companies.
Faisal Al Husseini, president of Bahri Chemicals, said, “This agreement with Luberef builds on our long-standing collaboration and reflects Bahri Chemicals’ commitment to delivering reliable, flexible, and customer-first maritime transportation solutions. Together with Luberef, we aim to create long-term value for our customers and contribute to the Kingdom’s economy.”
Eng. Samer A. Al-Hokail, President & CEO of Luberef, added, “This agreement represents another important step in our partnership with Bahri Chemicals toward enhancing the efficiency and resilience of our operations across international markets. We look forward to further strengthening our cooperation to deliver sustainable value to customers and to advance the Kingdom’s standing in the base oil sector.”
Luberef is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high-quality base oils, serving markets in Saudi Arabia and India, in addition to various markets across the Middle East and North Africa.
Bahri Chemicals is one of the largest owners and operators of chemical tankers in the Middle East, currently operating a fleet of 50 vessels, through which it provides maritime transportation services to a global customer base in the chemicals, clean petroleum products, and vegetable oils sectors.
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The oil and gas industry could save more than US$320bn in the next five years by further digitalising operations in five key areas, according to Rystad Energy research
The five key areas highlighted are drilling optimisation, autonomous robotics, predictive maintenance, reservoir management, and logistics optimisation.
The oilfield services (OFS) business ecosystem is expected to undergo a significant transformation as continued merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, new business partnerships with technology firms, and greater software integration drive digital-first business strategies for key OFS players.
“We estimate that US$320bn is a modest figure, as broader digital adoption across other business domains could generate even greater value. To realise this, executives will need to deliberately prioritise digital transformation by fostering a less risk-averse business culture,” said Binny Bagga, senior vice president, Supply Chain.
Rystad notes that digital revenue streams offer more stable, resilient growth trajectories that are less exposed to the volatility of upstream capex. SLB expects its digital division’s margin to reach 35% on a full-year basis in 2025, while Viridien’s digital, data and environment (DDE) segment generated US$787mn, growing 17% and delivering adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of US$458mn last year.
“The investment community is increasingly valuing energy-technology narratives, with service companies that clearly articulate technology-driven and recurring-revenue strategies often commanding higher valuation multiples than those tied solely to equipment cycles. However, such premium valuations hinge on demonstrated scalability. Emphasising digitalisation is a direct pathway to creating lasting shareholder value,” Bagga said.
Nevertheless, widespread adoption of digital oilfields faces significant barriers, including substantial upfront costs for hardware, software, ongoing maintenance and cybersecurity, which impact smaller firms or those operating with legacy infrastructure in particular. To mitigate these challenges, mid-tier companies are selectively enhancing their offerings with targeted digital capabilities, while smaller niche players and specialised software vendors focus on delivering modular, custom solutions.
A marked trend in digital investment is the growing use of partnerships with technology firms, which complements internal capability building and acquisitions in the digital space. These have increased significantly, with the most significant growth observed in the past two years among leading companies such as SLB, Halliburton, NOV and Baker Hughes. This pattern highlights a clear industry shift toward digital transformation, with large suppliers actively accelerating their collaborations with technology partners in recent years.
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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.
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Methane emissions reporting is improving, but more action is needed to reduce emissions. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Government and industry responses to UN Environment Programme (UNEP) satellite methane alerts rose from 1% to 12% cent in the past year, and oil and gas methane emissions reporting has improved, but action needs to accelerate to achieve the Global Methane Pledge goal of curbing methane emissions 30% by 2030, according to a new UNEP report
Atmospheric methane continues to be the second biggest driver of climate change after carbon dioxide, responsible for about one-third of the planet’s warming, and real-world data is a critical tool to track and reduce methane emissions.
The fifth edition of the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) publication, An Eye on Methane: From measurement to momentum, finds that member oil and gas companies of IMEO’s Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0) are set to track one-third of emissions from global production using real-world measurements. The OGMP 2.0 is the world’s global standard for methane emissions measurement and mitigation in the oil and gas sector. Over the past five years, OGMP 2.0 membership has more than doubled to 153 companies in the countries, covering 42% of global oil and gas production.
One-third of global oil and gas production reports, or will soon report, emissions at OGMP 2.0’s Gold Standard – meaning emissions are tracked with real-world measurements. This positions a large amount of the global industry to effectively measure – and thus mitigate – emissions. One of the companies achieving 'Gold Standard reporting' in 2024 for having effectively achieved the highest levels of data quality is Eni. OGMP 2.0’s 2025 report recognized Eni for its continued progress, including identifying and quantifying emissions across non-operated assets, as well as training and technical assistance on the LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) approach to fugitive emissions. LDAR training sessions were organised with the support of UNEP and delivered to National Oil Company (NOC) personnel.
The report highlights that while government and company responses to alerts from IMEO’s Methane Alert and Response System (MARS) have grown tenfold over the previous year, nearly 90% remain unanswered, necessitating an increase in response rates. Through MARS, UNEP has sent over 3,500 alerts about major emissions events across 33 countries. These alerts are based on satellite monitoring and artificial intelligence-supported analysis. IMEO has documented 25 cases of mitigation action in ten countries since MARS was launched in 2022, including across six new countries during the past year.
“Reducing methane emissions can quickly bend the curve on global warming, buying more time for long-term decarbonisation efforts, so it is encouraging that data-driven tools are helping the oil and gas industry to report on their emissions and set ambitious mitigation targets,” said Inger Andersen, executive director of UNEP. “But to keep the Paris Agreement targets within reach, the important progress on reporting must translate into cuts to emissions. Every company should join the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0, and both governments and operators must respond to satellite alerts – then they must act to reduce emissions.”
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