ADNOC Gas has awarded three major engineering contracts to global players Kent, Petrofac, and Wood, marking a significant step in its multi-year program to enhance gas processing capacity across its onshore operations. With a combined value of several billion dollars, these awards will not only transform ADNOC Gas facilities at Asab, Buhasa, and Habshan, but also create a ripple effect of opportunity across the value chain — both within the UAE and internationally.

Three Projects, One Big Message: Capacity and Continuity

Kent – USD 1.1 Billion EPCM for Asab and Buhasa

Kent has been selected to deliver a full-scope EPCM (engineering, procurement and construction management) contract for the Asab and Buhasa gas facilities. This project focuses on increasing gas compression and associated infrastructure, helping to optimize existing assets and support ADNOC’s broader push for efficiency and decarbonization.

This is Kent’s largest contract award in its 100-year history, and it highlights the growing importance of lean, integrated EPCM delivery in ADNOC’s future project model. The project will span five years, offering a long-term pipeline of work for subcontractors and service providers.

Petrofac – Gas Processing Expansion at Asab

Petrofac was awarded an EPC contract for gas processing upgrades at Asab, covering inlet separation, compression, dehydration, and associated utilities. This builds on Petrofac’s strong re-entry into the UAE market after securing major awards from ADNOC in 2023 and reaffirms its commitment to local delivery, workforce development, and ICV compliance.

Petrofac’s detailed scope likely includes major rotating equipment, structural and piping packages, and complex tie-ins to live facilities — all of which present opportunities for specialist subcontractors, equipment vendors, and commissioning teams.

Wood – Multi-year EPCM for Habshan Expansion

Wood has been tasked with a multi-year EPCM role to support the expansion of ADNOC Gas’s Habshan Complex, one of the UAE’s most critical onshore gas hubs. The contract covers front-end engineering design (FEED) and full EPCM execution, extending through to 2029.

The Habshan expansion aims to significantly increase gas processing and sulfur handling capacity, aligning with ADNOC’s plan to tap into additional feedstock and meet future demand. The multi-phase nature of the project will create phased opportunities across engineering, procurement, and site-based construction and inspection services.

Opportunities for the Value Chain

The combined scope of these EPC and EPCM contracts will drive significant procurement and subcontracting activity across nearly every category of goods and services used in gas processing infrastructure. Whether you’re based in the UAE or internationally, now is the time to align your offering with project needs and the preferred vendors of Kent, Petrofac, and Wood.

Equipment and Systems Suppliers

• Rotating Equipment - compressors, gas turbines, gearboxes, drivers, and ancillary skid packages

• Instrumentation and Automation - DCS, SCADA, field instruments, smart sensors, analyzers

• Electrical Systems - transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, lighting, earthing materials

• Control Systems Integration - cybersecurity, remote I/O systems, OT/IT convergence solutions

• Package Units - dehydration systems, flare systems, metering skids, chemical injection packages

Raw Materials and Bulk Suppliers

• Steel and Structural Materials - plate steel, beams, grating, galvanized steel, and rebar

• Piping and Fittings - CS/SS pipes, elbows, tees, flanges, fasteners, and welding consumables

• Valves - control, isolation, and safety valves, including actuation systems and ESD interfaces

• Cables and Cable Trays - LV/MV power and control cables, cable ladder and tray systems

• Concrete and Aggregate - ready-mix concrete, cement, reinforcement mesh, and admixtures

• Insulation and Coatings - thermal insulation, cladding, paints, fireproofing materials

Construction and Installation Contractors

• Civil and Structural Works - foundations, piperacks, trenching, bund walls, and roads

• Mechanical and Piping Contractors - prefabrication, installation, hydrotesting, and pre-commissioning

• Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) - cable pulling, junction boxes, termination, and testing

• Modular Fabricators - skid assembly, modular piperack systems, remote equipment rooms (RERs)

• HVAC and MEP Specialists - ventilation, fire safety, ducting, pumps, and building services

Engineering, Technical, and Specialist Services

• Detail Design and 3D Modeling - stress analysis, clash checks, and model review support

• Inspection and Testing Services - NDT, hydrotesting, FAT/SAT, and metallurgical services

• Commissioning and Start-Up Teams - mechanical completion, loop checks, punch-list clearance

• QA/QC, HSE, and Project Support - procedures, auditing, safety supervision, and reporting

Manpower and Professional Services

• Contract and Project Staffing - engineers, supervisors, planners, document controllers

• Training and Certification Providers - ADNOC-compliant HSE and trade skills training

• Logistics and Lifting Services - heavy haulage, crane operations, rigging, and customs clearance

These opportunities will emerge in waves over the next 6 to 48 months, depending on the phase of each project. For proactive suppliers, the key is early engagement, connecting with EPC contractors’ procurement teams, pre-qualifying with ADNOC where relevant, and demonstrating compliance with UAE’s In-Country Value (ICV) framework.

Not Just Local: Regional and Global Supply Chains in Play

While ADNOC’s In-Country Value (ICV) program ensures a strong bias toward local suppliers and job creation, the scale, timeline, and technical complexity of these projects mean that global capabilities will also be tapped.

We expect to see sourcing and support activity from:

• KSA, Oman, and Kuwait - particularly for modular fabrication and EPC subcontracts

• India and Southeast Asia - for engineering support, offshore fabrication, and manpower

• Europe and the US - for niche technologies, rotating equipment, and specialist systems

The multi-year nature of the awards, means that long-term partnerships and framework agreements are likely to emerge, creating a strategic opening for vendors and service firms looking to position for repeat business.

Final Word

ADNOC Gas’s latest contracts are more than isolated project awards, they represent a strategic acceleration of gas infrastructure investment and a vote of confidence in experienced global contractors. For suppliers and service providers, this is a prime moment to engage, align with executing contractors, and unlock long-term business in the UAE’s fast-evolving energy landscape.

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