ADNOC Offshore is undertaking the development of the expansion of the Upper Zakum Offshore Field Development Package 2 in Abu Dhabi, the UAE.

This project leverages artificial islands, AI-enabled control systems, and clean-grid power to significantly boost oil production capacity in the Upper Zakum offshore concession. It aims to raise current output from around 1.0 million barrels per day to 1.5 million bpd. Key components include new wellhead facilities, separation and processing units, utilities, water injection systems, pipelines, and modernization tie-ins.

The outcomes will include greater reliability, reduced emissions through the use of cleaner energy and digital automation, enhanced reservoir recovery, and strengthened long-term production to support both domestic demand and export requirements.

This project is a part of the Expansion of the Upper Zakum Field Development

The US$850 million project includes the following:

1. Installation of a gas lift compression system to enhance gas production

2. Installation of gas dehydration and vapour recovery units to process gas

3. Installation of seawater intake pumps and a filtration system for the water supply

4. Installation of the electrochlorination package for water treatment

5. Installation of instrument air and air dryer packages for operational support

6. Installation of nitrogen generation and chemical injection packages for process control

7. Installation of pipe racks and modular rooms for infrastructure support

8. Laying of onshore pipeline and associated tie-ins for gas transport

9. Upgradation of multiple decks at gas lift platforms for operational efficiency

10. Construction storage facilities and lay infield pipelines