Middle East downstream news
First phase of Heydar Aliyev Refinery modernisation completed
A new bitumen plant and liquefied gas filling station were launched as part of the first phase of Heydar Aliyev Refinery’s reconstruction and modernisation programme
GEA receives two orders for refinery in Oman
GEA has received two orders worth nearly EUR 4 million for vacuum systems for a new ‘grassroot’ refinery in Oman.
Engro closes deal with Royal Vopak for shareholding in Elengy Terminal
Engro Corp. has sold 24% and IFC has sold 5% shares in ETPL to Vopak LNG Holding B.V.
ADNOC and Cepsa award first Ruwais Derivatives Park contract
The LAB project is the first of the derivative units to be advanced under ADNOC’s AED165 billion Ruwais downstream investment programme.
Sadara completes creditors reliability test
This test demonstrates the reliability of the company’s 26-plant chemical complex by operating at high rates for an extended period of time.
ENOC extends RFID services to two more DP World terminals
The services allow DP World to monitor diesel consumption, increase operational efficiency and manage scheduled vehicle maintenance.
Bilfinger and EMC sign MoU to deliver maintenance and modernisation
Agreement covers both companies’ growth opportunities in Egypt’s hydrocarbon, energy and industrial sectors.
ADNOC co-loads LPG and propylene onto vessel in Ruwais
The freight-rate-reducing measure is an industry first.
Saudi Aramco announces energy megaproject, SPARK
The King Salman Energy Park will target exploration, production, refining, petrochemicals, conventional power and water production and treatment.
Bilfinger and RATE sign sour gas monetisation agreement
The agreement aims at maximising the monetisation of the companies’ sour gas resources in the Middle East.