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.
