A new NCB Capital report looks at the impact of changing gas prices which could rise from US$0.75/mmbtu to US$1.5/mmbtu at the start of 2012 on the local petrochemical companies in Saudi Arabia.
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Qurain to build a US$1 billion petrochemical plant in Saudi
Qurain Petrochemical Industries Co (QPIC) plans to develop a petrochemical plant, expected to cost more than $1 billion and located in Jubail, Saudis petrochemicals hub.
Overcapacity threatens GCC petrochemicals profitability
According to a study released by AlixPartners - the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) chemicals sector is strong but it faces numerous challenges and regional companies must adapt to new feedstock options and changing markets.
New petrochemical project in Egypt awarded
Drake & Scull Water and Power (DSWP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Drake & Scull International, secured a US$38.5mn Construction Contract of a Mining Grade Ammonium Nitrate Plant in the province of Ain Sukhna in Egypt.
Qatar Petroleum and Shell sign Heads of Agreement
Dr. Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Sada, Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar, and Peter Voser, Chief Executive Officer of Shell, signed the Heads of Agreement that sets the scope and commercial principles for the development of a world-scale petrochemicals complex in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar.
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The oil and gas industry has been increasingly adopting AI technology in recent years, and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
SmartMaster can be used with a range of ABB and third-party instruments. (Image source: ABB)
Comparison of conventional workflow with DUG MP-FWI imaging. (Image source: DUG)
The expansion is expected to increase the plant’s processing capacity from 2.5 to up to 4 billion standard cubic feet per day (bscfd). (Image source: Aramco)
ARO Drilling and IMI announce first Kingdom jack up rig (Image source: ARO)
Oman LNG signed various agreements with Shell Gas to secure its gas supply until 2034. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
GAC Saudi Arabia has extensive operations at major ports in Saudi Arabia. (Image source: GAC Saudi Arabia)
Michael Monica, director sales, marketing and customer care at GPT Industries signs the agreement with Mohamed Altaf, sale manager, Abdulla Fouad Energy Services. (Image source: Alain Charles Publishing)
Amin H. Nasser, CEO of Aramco. (Image source: Aramco)
The system can activate notification and hazard mitigation equipment to notify workers and safeguard facilities. (Image source: MSA Safety)
The use of blockchain in the oil and gas sector is set to increase substantially. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The new discoveries will bolster Aramco’s strategy to increase gas production by more than half over 2021 levels, through 2030. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Tethys Oil is currently conducting final preparations ahead of the rig mobilisation for the drilling of the first exploration well on Block 58, Kunooz-1 in Fahd.
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The new technology is designed to address the challenging conditions in unconventional wells. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The Ampelmann A-type enabling safe offshore access in the Middle East. (Image source: Ampelmann)
Aramco has produced the first unconventional tight gas from its South Ghawar operational area ahead of schedule. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Tethys Oil is currently conducting final preparations ahead of the rig mobilisation for the drilling of the first exploration well on Block 58, Kunooz-1 in Fahd.
TotalEnergies and SONATRACH will develop gas resources in Algeria's north-east Timimoun region, (Image source: Adobe Stock).
By using analytics to augment and empower the workforce, pipeline operators can optimise operations and improve asset availability. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The oil price is hovering around the US$90/bbl mark. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The Craig International Qatar team. (Image source: Craig International)
The SuperFill II diverter reduces induced surge pressure. (Image source: Halliburton)
Among other services, KBR will offer proprietary equipment for NCIC's 1,200 metric tonnes per day ammonia plant. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The expansion is expected to increase the plant’s processing capacity from 2.5 to up to 4 billion standard cubic feet per day (bscfd). (Image source: Aramco)
Comparison of conventional workflow with DUG MP-FWI imaging. (Image source: DUG)
ADNOC Gas recorded robust financial and operational results in 2023. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Over 4,000 km of SoluForce pipe has been installed around the world. (Image source: SoluForce)
Block 56 is targeted for commercialisation in 2024. (Image source: Canva)
The programme will optimise asset lifecycle, enhance machinery performance and improve overall reliability. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The use of blockchain in the oil and gas sector is set to increase substantially. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
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GAC Saudi Arabia has extensive operations at major ports in Saudi Arabia. (Image source: GAC Saudi Arabia)
The company is well positioned in 2024, with a reshaped and resilient business and a strong balance sheet. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The vessel addresses the growing demand for accurate hydrographic data. (Image source: Fugro)
The virtual inhouse seismic processing centre will allow each of the decentralised business units of Wintershall Dea globally to collaborate efficiently and directly with DUG. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
