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ME Construction
16-05-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
BESIX secures Marine contract at Sohar Port and Freezone
Infrastructure BESIX secures Marine contract at Sohar Port and Freezone By The scope of work includes constructing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) jetty, implementing shore protection measures, and developing an advanced drainage network BESIX recently secured an award for a marine infrastructure project at SOHAR Port and Freezone in Oman. The project award sees BESIX's return to the Omani market and marks the expansion of its regional activities beyond the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. The project scope includes constructing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) jetty, implementing shore protection measures, and developing an advanced drainage network. The contract will be executed by BESIX, leveraging its marine expertise and record in the Sultanate. The firm says it has completed various marine projects in the region, including the marine works at the Duqm refinery and Sultan Qaboos Port, the seawater intake system in Barka, and earlier developments at Sohar Port. Construction is scheduled to commence in summer 2025 and is expected to last 16 months. The new LNG jetty will be a crucial component of the infrastructure supporting the Marsa LNG project, which aims to be the Middle East's first fully solar-powered LNG bunkering hub. By facilitating the safe and efficient transfer of cleaner marine fuel, the jetty contributes significantly to the project's broader sustainability goals. Emile Hoogsteden, CEO, SOHAR Port said, 'Partnering with BESIX on this strategic development reinforces our commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions in the region. The new LNG jetty is a cornerstone of the Marsa LNG project, and it exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking infrastructure that positions SOHAR as a leader in green maritime logistics.' Peter Lembrechts, General Manager, BESIX Middle East added, 'This contract represents the trusted collaboration we first established with Sohar Port years ago. We look forward to delivering this project with the same focus, reliability, and excellence that define BESIX across Oman and the Gulf.' BESIX has been delivering jetties worldwide for several decades. Their portfolio includes jetties such as the South Hook Terminal in the UK, Wheatstone LNG in Australia, LNG Kitimat in Canada, the LNG import terminal in Bahrain, and Ain Sokhna LNG in Egypt.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oman pushes cleaner energy with green hydrogen and gas projects
Oman is increasing its bets on cleaner energy, with another green hydrogen auction round and a low-emission liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering project. The latest hydrogen auction is focused on Duqm, where 300 square km is available for solar and wind plants needed to produce the fuel. Formal bids are due early next year. It's big business: two previous rounds drew pledges of $49 billion to develop 30 gigawatts of renewable power and 1 million tons per year of hydrogen capacity. OQ Gas Networks is planning a national hydrogen pipeline network to support the projects. Further north, TotalEnergies and OQ Exploration and Production broke ground on the $1.6 billion Marsa LNG project. This will produce up to 1 million tons per year of fuel for ships and will be powered by a 300 megawatt solar plant, which the partners say will make it the world's lowest-emission LNG plant.
Trade Arabia
04-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Besix secures LNG jetty contract at Sohar Port
Besix, a specialist in the design and construction of marine infrastructures, has won a significant marine infrastructure project at Sohar Port and Freezone, Oman. The scope includes the construction of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) jetty, comprehensive shore protection, and an advanced drainage network. This marks Besix's return to the Omani market, broadening its current regional activities beyond the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. The contract will be executed on a fast-track basis and led solely by Besix, drawing on the company's marine expertise and proven track record in the Sultanate. Past projects include marine works at the Duqm refinery and Sultan Qaboos Port, the seawater intake system in Barka, and earlier developments at Sohar Port itself. Construction is set to begin in summer 2025 and will run for approximately 16 months. The new LNG jetty will form a key part of the infrastructure supporting the Marsa LNG project — the Middle East's first LNG bunkering hub to be fully powered by solar energy. By enabling the safe and efficient transfer of cleaner marine fuel, the jetty plays an important role in supporting the project's broader sustainability objectives. Emile Hoogsteden, CEO, Sohar Port: "Partnering with Besix on this strategic development reinforces our commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions in the region. The new LNG jetty is a cornerstone of the Marsa LNG project, and it exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking infrastructure that positions SOHAR as a leader in green maritime logistics."
Zawya
02-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman marks groundbreaking on $1.6bln Marsa LNG project
SUHAR: The Marsa LNG project was launched yesterday, May 1, 2025, in Suhar, marking the largest joint investment between TotalEnergies (80 per cent) and OQEP (20 per cent), valued at $1.6 billion. The event, held under the auspices of Eng Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, was attended by senior officials, investors, and business leaders. Speaking exclusively to the Observer, Eng Salim al Aufi explained that the LNG terminal has been designed to accommodate a potential expansion into a second phase. However, no decision has been made regarding the second terminal, as it will depend on the availability of gas resources and the outcome of an economic feasibility study. He noted that the loading jetty, storage tanks, and electricity capacity are all in place, and the infrastructure is fully prepared. Even the designated platform land is ready. 'The only remaining step is a final decision, which hinges on the project's economic viability moving forward. We will monitor how the first project performs, as it relies on the gas fields' ability to supply,' he said. The implementation of the Marsa LNG project strengthens Oman's position as a regional hub for clean marine fuel and represents a strategic partnership between OQEP and TotalEnergies. This partnership is a model of successful international collaboration in the development of clean energy projects and will contribute to economic diversification policies, attracting foreign investment, and increasing In-Country Value (ICV) in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. The project is the first of its kind in the Middle East for supplying ships with liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel, supporting the reduction of the maritime transport sector's carbon footprint through the establishment of low-emission infrastructure. Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, said, 'This project proves LNG can be low-carbon, setting a new standard for next-generation plants while supporting cleaner marine fuel at a key gateway to the Gulf.' Eng Ahmed al Azkawi, CEO of OQEP, said, 'The Marsa LNG project represents a bold step forward, harnessing cutting-edge technology and strategic collaboration to ensure a cleaner, and affordable energy future." The project consists of both upstream and downstream components. The upstream component includes the production of 150 million standard cubic feet of gas per day from Concession Block 10, which will then be transported via OQ's gas network to Sohar Port. The downstream component includes the construction of an LNG plant with an annual capacity of one million tonnes, supported by a 300-megawatt solar power plant to meet the facility's annual energy needs. Initial work has commenced at the Marsa LNG site in Sohar Port The Marsa LNG project will achieve two firsts in the region: the establishment of a facility with emissions of less than 3 kilogrammes of CO₂ equivalent per barrel of oil equivalent to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and the creation of the first LNG bunkering hub in the Middle East. The project will rely entirely on electric power, making it the world's lowest-emission LNG facility. It will set a new industrial benchmark for emissions, with its all-electric design and integration of a solar power plant expected to avoid more than 200,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent annually over the life of the project, compared to a conventional gas-fueled design. The Marsa LNG project will be powered by upstream gas production of 150 million cubic feet per day (Mcf/d), sourced from the Mabrouk North-East field in onshore Block 10. Marsa LNG holds a 33.19 per cent interest in the field, securing its entitlement and ensuring a reliable feedstock supply for the LNG liquefaction plant under development in Sohar. The downstream component features a state-of-the-art LNG liquefaction plant with a capacity of 1 million tonnes per year (Mt/y), currently under construction at Sohar Port. LNG production is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2028 and will primarily cater to the marine fuel market (LNG bunkering) in the Gulf region. The full electrification of the LNG plant will lead to over 6 per cent increase in net production, with 99 per cent of incoming natural gas converted into LNG. This setup offers greater operational flexibility and reduced maintenance costs. The site will also feature integrated infrastructure, including a 165,000 m³ LNG storage tank and a 500-metre jetty designed to accommodate bunkering vessels and LNG carriers for regional export. A dedicated 300 MWp solar power plant will be constructed over a 450-hectare area to meet 100 per cent of the LNG plant's energy needs. The solar farm will comprise 500,000 high-efficiency bifacial photovoltaic modules with single-axis tracking, smart inverters, and an Energy Monitoring System (EMS) to ensure stable power generation. This initiative aligns with Oman's national energy strategy to increase the share of renewables in its energy mix to 30 per cent by 2030, in support of Oman Vision 2040. TotalEnergies has commissioned a new LNG bunkering vessel, the Monte Shams, with a capacity of 18,600 m³. The vessel, named after Oman's Jabal Shams ('Mountain of the Sun'), will begin operations in mid-2028, joining TotalEnergies' growing fleet that includes Gas Agility (Rotterdam), Gas Vitality (Marseille), and Brassavola (Singapore). The Monte Shams will be outfitted with best-in-class technology, including an engine that reduces fuel consumption by 7 per cent and ensures high combustion efficiency to limit methane emissions. The vessel will also feature continuous emission monitoring systems and will undergo regular leak detection and repair (LDAR) campaigns, aligning with the highest technical and environmental standards in maritime fuel operations. It will service a broad range of vessels, including containerships, tankers, and large cruise ships. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Observer
01-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman marks groundbreaking on $1.6 billion Marsa LNG project
SUHAR: The Marsa LNG project was launched yesterday, May 1, 2025, in Suhar, marking the largest joint investment between TotalEnergies (80 per cent) and OQEP (20 per cent), valued at $1.6 billion. The event, held under the auspices of Eng Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, was attended by senior officials, investors, and business leaders. Speaking exclusively to the Observer, Eng Salim al Aufi explained that the LNG terminal has been designed to accommodate a potential expansion into a second phase. However, no decision has been made regarding the second terminal, as it will depend on the availability of gas resources and the outcome of an economic feasibility study. He noted that the loading jetty, storage tanks, and electricity capacity are all in place, and the infrastructure is fully prepared. Even the designated platform land is ready. 'The only remaining step is a final decision, which hinges on the project's economic viability moving forward. We will monitor how the first project performs, as it relies on the gas fields' ability to supply,' he said. The implementation of the Marsa LNG project strengthens Oman's position as a regional hub for clean marine fuel and represents a strategic partnership between OQEP and TotalEnergies. This partnership is a model of successful international collaboration in the development of clean energy projects and will contribute to economic diversification policies, attracting foreign investment, and increasing In-Country Value (ICV) in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. The project is the first of its kind in the Middle East for supplying ships with liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel, supporting the reduction of the maritime transport sector's carbon footprint through the establishment of low-emission infrastructure. Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, said, 'This project proves LNG can be low-carbon, setting a new standard for next-generation plants while supporting cleaner marine fuel at a key gateway to the Gulf.' Eng Ahmed al Azkawi, CEO of OQEP, said, 'The Marsa LNG project represents a bold step forward, harnessing cutting-edge technology and strategic collaboration to ensure a cleaner, and affordable energy future." The project consists of both upstream and downstream components. The upstream component includes the production of 150 million standard cubic feet of gas per day from Concession Block 10, which will then be transported via OQ's gas network to Sohar Port. The downstream component includes the construction of an LNG plant with an annual capacity of one million tonnes, supported by a 300-megawatt solar power plant to meet the facility's annual energy needs. Initial work has commenced at the Marsa LNG site in Sohar Port The Marsa LNG project will achieve two firsts in the region: the establishment of a facility with emissions of less than 3 kilogrammes of CO₂ equivalent per barrel of oil equivalent to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and the creation of the first LNG bunkering hub in the Middle East. The project will rely entirely on electric power, making it the world's lowest-emission LNG facility. It will set a new industrial benchmark for emissions, with its all-electric design and integration of a solar power plant expected to avoid more than 200,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent annually over the life of the project, compared to a conventional gas-fueled design. The Marsa LNG project will be powered by upstream gas production of 150 million cubic feet per day (Mcf/d), sourced from the Mabrouk North-East field in onshore Block 10. Marsa LNG holds a 33.19 per cent interest in the field, securing its entitlement and ensuring a reliable feedstock supply for the LNG liquefaction plant under development in Sohar. The downstream component features a state-of-the-art LNG liquefaction plant with a capacity of 1 million tonnes per year (Mt/y), currently under construction at Sohar Port. LNG production is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2028 and will primarily cater to the marine fuel market (LNG bunkering) in the Gulf region. The full electrification of the LNG plant will lead to over 6 per cent increase in net production, with 99 per cent of incoming natural gas converted into LNG. This setup offers greater operational flexibility and reduced maintenance costs. The site will also feature integrated infrastructure, including a 165,000 m³ LNG storage tank and a 500-metre jetty designed to accommodate bunkering vessels and LNG carriers for regional export. A dedicated 300 MWp solar power plant will be constructed over a 450-hectare area to meet 100 per cent of the LNG plant's energy needs. The solar farm will comprise 500,000 high-efficiency bifacial photovoltaic modules with single-axis tracking, smart inverters, and an Energy Monitoring System (EMS) to ensure stable power generation. This initiative aligns with Oman's national energy strategy to increase the share of renewables in its energy mix to 30 per cent by 2030, in support of Oman Vision 2040. TotalEnergies has commissioned a new LNG bunkering vessel, the Monte Shams, with a capacity of 18,600 m³. The vessel, named after Oman's Jabal Shams ('Mountain of the Sun'), will begin operations in mid-2028, joining TotalEnergies' growing fleet that includes Gas Agility (Rotterdam), Gas Vitality (Marseille), and Brassavola (Singapore). The Monte Shams will be outfitted with best-in-class technology, including an engine that reduces fuel consumption by 7 per cent and ensures high combustion efficiency to limit methane emissions. The vessel will also feature continuous emission monitoring systems and will undergo regular leak detection and repair (LDAR) campaigns, aligning with the highest technical and environmental standards in maritime fuel operations. It will service a broad range of vessels, including containerships, tankers, and large cruise ships.
