ADNOC and Linde to meet downstream demand
Published by Anna Nicklin,
Assistant Editor
Hydrocarbon Engineering,
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with The Linde Group to explore the expansion of nitrogen facilities in Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, to meet future industrial demand. This represents a continued commitment to joint business development by the two partners under the auspices of the joint venture, ADNOC Industrial Gases, which the two companies entered into 10 years ago. ADNOC Industrial Gases produces gaseous nitrogen, liquid nitrogen and liquid oxygen at its sites in Abu Dhabi.
Under the agreement, Linde will carry out a front-end engineering and design (FEED) study for new air separation units, which are intended to satisfy the expanding nitrogen requirements of ADNOC’s gas processing, petrochemicals and refining businesses. Further steps will follow as the two companies grow to meet expected demand for industrial gases from ADNOC’s downstream businesses.
“In line with its 2030 smart growth Strategy, ADNOC plans to expand and diversify its downstream refining and petrochemicals activities, while also optimising efficiency and costs. As part of our strategic plan to increase volumes of industrial gases, the Ruwais Air Separation Unit Project will be carried out in two phases, each with the capacity to produce 70 000 m3/hr of nitrogen,” said Al Hajri.
“With this planned capacity expansion, Linde and ADNOC further strengthen their commitment to working in partnership to ensure ADNOC’s industrial gases supply for its growing demand in Abu Dhabi, and creating value for both companies,” said Bernd Eulitz.
Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/refining/16112017/adnoc-and-linde-to-meet-downstream-demand/
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