ADNOC initiates early engineering activities for Ruwais LNG project

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has announced the issuance of a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) for the preliminary phases of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) for the Ruwais LNG project, its avant-garde low-carbon liquefied natural gas (LNG) project. This initiative, based in Al Ruwais Industrial City, Abu Dhabi, involves a collaboration with a joint venture spearheaded by Technip Energies and includes JGC Corporation and the National Petroleum Construction Company PJSC.

Marking a pivotal development, the Ruwais LNG project is on track to become the Middle East and North Africa region’s inaugural LNG export facility powered by clean energy sources. This distinction places it among the globe’s lowest-carbon intensity LNG plants, heralding a new era in sustainable energy production.

Fatema Al Nuaimi, Executive Vice President of Downstream Business Management at ADNOC, highlighted the project’s significance, stating, “The Ruwais LNG project will reinforce ADNOC’s position as a reliable global natural gas supplier, underscoring its pivotal role and contribution to global energy security. The project is set to significantly contribute to the Al Dhafra region’s economy by boosting the local industrial ecosystem, attracting further investments and creating a vital energy trade gateway in Al Ruwais Industrial City.”

Upon completion, the facility will boast two LNG liquefaction trains, each with a capacity of 4.8 million metric tonnes per annum (mmtpa), cumulatively achieving a total capacity of 9.6mmtpa. This expansion will more than double ADNOC’s LNG production capacity, increasing it from 6mmtpa to approximately 15mmtpa.

The low-carbon LNG project in Al Ruwais Industrial City is a testament to ADNOC’s unwavering commitment to decarbonization, sustainability, and innovation. By prioritizing natural gas as a key transition fuel, ADNOC not only aligns with global energy transition goals but also sets a benchmark for the industry in environmental responsibility and innovative energy solutions. This project not only enhances ADNOC’s global gas supply capabilities but also significantly contributes to the socioeconomic development of the Al Dhafra region, demonstrating the potential of integrating sustainable practices within the energy sector.

This initiative by ADNOC, expected to reach its Final Investment Decision (FID) within the year, illustrates the company’s strategic foresight in navigating the complexities of the global energy landscape. It underscores the importance of sustainable development in securing a resilient and environmentally conscious future for the energy industry. As the world pivots towards greener energy sources, ADNOC’s low-carbon Ruwais LNG project emerges as a beacon of innovation and sustainability, poised to redefine standards in the LNG production arena.