Power, Energy & Sustainable Resources
TAQA POWER BEGINS OPERATIONS AT ITS FIRST 120 MVA ELECTRICAL SUBSTATION TO SERVE INCREASING TOURIST DEMAND IN SOUTH SINAI
TAQA Power will be the first privately licensed power developer to provide electricity to a 35 million-square-meter tourist development on the Red Sea Coast
TAQA Power, a leading private-sector power developer, has begun operations at its 120 MVA substation in Nabq. The EGP 200 million substation is the first private-sector project of its kind in South Sinai to provide much needed electrical capacity to the Nabq tourist center. TAQA Power is a branch of TAQA Arabia, Citadel Capital’s full-service energy distribution platform with a focus on gas and electricity distribution and fuels marketing.
“We are very pleased to be launching this crucial project, particularly at a time when Egypt’s energy consumption is growing so rapidly. Private-sector-led projects such as the Nabq Substation will be the key to meeting Egypt’s growing demand for electricity,” said Khaled Abu Bakr, Chief Executive Officer of TAQA Arabia. “We are grateful for the continued support of the Ministry of Electricity as we work to be ‘part of the solution’ to ensure that Egypt has reliable access to energy—and by helping develop the infrastructure that is key to both attracting investors and to the growth of the tourism industry.”
With a capacity of 120 MVA, which is expandable to 160 MVA and upgradable to 375 MVA, the substation’s current voltage level is 66/22 KV upgradable to 220/66/22 KV. The project has been designed to cover both the current and future electricity needs of the entire 35 million-square-meter Nabq tourism center.
The rapidly growing tourist development, located near Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, currently includes around 100 resorts as well as residential and commercial projects. The substation will extend an electricity distribution network to all of Nabq’s tourism, commercial and residential facilities, including a number of mega development projects currently under construction such as City Stars Nabq and Porto Sharm.
“Under the terms of our agreement, TAQA Power will purchase electricity from the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Co. at Egyptian electricity unified grid prices, then distribute it to its customers within the Nabq tourism center,” explained Dr. Magdy Saleh, Managing Director of TAQA Power.
The design and tendering of the project began in the second half of 2009 and construction commenced in 2010. The substation began operations last week.
“We are fully aware of the impact that our operations have on the surrounding environment and we are seeking to invest in renewable energy including wind and solar power generation,” said Saleh. “The company is also looking into the possibility of generating power from agricultural waste,” he added.
TAQA Power has recently signed the Medgrid Industrial Partnership with 12 leading companies from Europe. The alliance of leading industrial partners involved in the production, transmission and distribution of electricity aims to work together to come up with clean, renewable, alternative energy sources for North Africa.
As a leading provider of energy services to companies operating in the oil and gas, cement, tourism, real estate and petrochemicals sectors, TAQA Power is now strategically positioned to capitalize on new market opportunities as increased energy demands place further strain on the national grid. TAQA Power’s current list of clients includes leading players Al Futtaim, Emar Misr, Amer Group, Sabbour Group, Allam Holding, Scimitar Production and E-Styrenics.
طاقة كهرباء تبدأ تشغيل أول محطاتها بقدرة 120 ميجا فولت أمبير لتغطية متطلبات القطاع السياحي في جنوب سيناء
طاقة كهرباء تحصل على أول ترخيص للقطاع الخاص لتوزيع الطاقة الكهربائية في منطقة سياحية على مساحة 35 مليون متر مربع على ساحل البحر الأحمر
بدأت عمليات التشغيل في محطة توزيع كهرباء النبق الجديدة بقدرة 120 ميجا فولت أمبير، والتي تعد أول محطة توزيع من نوعها تابعة للقطاع الخاص في محافظة جنوب سيناء، وتهدف إلى تلبية احتياجات الطاقة في المنطقة السياحية على ساحل البحر الأحمر بمحافظة جنوب سيناء.
تكلفت المحطة الجديدة استثمارات بلغت 200 مليون جم، وهي مملوكة لشركة طاقة كهرباء التي تعد إحدى شركات مجموعة طاقة عربية؛ الشركة الاستثمارية التابعة لشركة القلعة في قطاع توزيع الطاقة الكهربائية والغاز الطبيعي وتسويق المنتجات البترولية.
وفي هذا السياق، أشاد المهندس خالد أبو بكر، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة طاقة عربية، بالجهود المبذولة لتشغيل محطة النبق في هذا التوقيت على وجه التحديد في مواجهة ارتفاع معدلات الاستهلاك بوتيرة متسارعة. وأوضح أن محطة النبق وغيرها من مشروعات القطاع الخاص المماثلة ستكون ركيزة أساسية لمواكبة زيادة معدلات الطلب على الطاقة في مصر خلال الفترة القادمة.
وأعرب أبو بكر عن امتنان الشركة للعاملين بوزارة الكهرباء والطاقة تقديرًا لدعم مشروعات الشركة والتعاون المستمر حتى تصبح جزءًا من الحل لتأمين احتياجات الطاقة في مصر والمساعدة على تطوير مشروعات البنية التحتية باعتبارها مفتاح جذب الاستثمارات والنهوض بالقطاعات المحورية مثل قطاع السياحة.
تم تصميم المحطة لتغطية متطلبات الطاقة الحالية والمستقبلية بمنطقة النبق السياحية الممتدة على مساحة 35 مليون متر مربع، حيث . كما تقوم بتغذية المنشآت المقامة في المنطقة، من خلال طاقتها البالغة 120 ميجا فولت أمبير والقابلة للزيادة إلى 160 ميجا فولت أمبير، ويمكن الوصول بالطاقة الإجمالية إلى 375 ميجا فولت أمبير. وبناء عليه يصل مستوى الجهد الحالى إلى 22/66 كيلو فولت يمكن زيادته إلى 22/66/220 كيلو فولت.
تتميز منطقة النبق السياحية بالنمو السريع حيث تقع بالقرب من مطار شرم الشيخ الدولي وتضم قرابة 100 منتجع سياحي بالإضافة إلى العديد من المشروعات السكنية والتجارية، ممَّا يتيح للمحطة الجديدة تغذية جميع المشروعات السياحية والسكنية والتجارية في المنطقة إلى جانب عدد من المشروعات العملاقة الجاري إنشاؤها حاليًا مثل مشروعات سيتي ستارز النبق وبورتو شرم.
فيما أوضح الدكتور مجدي صالح، العضو المنتدب لشركة طاقة كهرباء، أنه بمقتضى اتفاقية طاقة كهرباء مع الشركة المصرية لنقل الكهرباء، ستقوم الشركة بشراء الكهرباء بأسعار الشبكة الموحدة ثم توزعها إلى العملاء في منطقة النبق السياحية.
وتابع صالح أن المحطة الجديدة دخلت نطاق الخدمة الأسبوع الماضي، وذلك بعد أن انتهت الشركة من مراحل التصميمات وطرح المشروع للمناقصة في النصف الثاني من 2009 وأعمال الإنشاء في عام 2010 .
وأكد صالح أن الشركة تلتزم بتعزيز الأداء البيئي لعملياتها في المنطقة المحيطة ومن ثم تسعى لضخ المزيد من الاستثمارات في مشروعات الطاقة الجديدة والمتجددة مثل الطاقة الشمسية وطاقة الرياح، وكشف أيضًا أن الشركة تدرس إمكانية توليد الطاقة الكهربائية باستخدام المخلفات الزراعية.
هذا وقد قامت شركة طاقة كهرباء مؤخرًا بتوقيع اتفاقية الشراكة الصناعية (Medgrid) مع 12 شركة أوروبية، لتدخل ضمن تحالف صناعي عملاق يضم كبرى شركات توليد وتحويل وتوزيع الطاقة الكهربائية بهدف توحيد الجهود المبذولة لترويج مصادر الطاقة النظيفة والمتجددة والبديلة في بلاد شمال أفريقيا.تسعى شركة طاقة كهرباء إلى الاستفادة من مكانتها السوقية المتميزة وإقامة العديد من المشروعات الجديدة لتلبية متطلبات الطاقة المتزايدة التي تمثل عائقاً أمام شبكة الكهرباء القومية، وذلك حيث تتخصص الشركة في تقديم حلول الطاقة إلى العديد من الشركات الكبرى مثل شركة الفطيم وإعمار مصر وعامر جروب وصبور جروب ومجموعة حسن علام القابضة وشركة Scimitar Production وشركة E-Styrenics، إلى جانب العديد من المشروعات الكبرى في مجالات البترول والغاز الطبيعي وصناعة الأسمنت والقطاع السياحي ومشروعات التنمية العقارية والبتروكيماويات.
الارتفاع المفاجئ في سعر وقود المازوت (130%) بدون التشاور مع المجتمع
الصناعي يهدد 2500 وظيفة في مجموعة السويس للأسمنت وأكثر من 20% من صناعة الأسمنت في مصر.
القاهرة،13 ديسمبر2012
تتكون مجموعة السويس للأسمنت من شركات السويس للأسمنت، و أسمنت بورتلاند طره وأسمنت حلوان، وتمتلك المجموعة شبكة صناعية تتكون من خمسة مصانع في السويس والقطامية وطره وحلوان والمنيا، بإجمالي طاقة إنتاجية تصل إلى حوالي 12 مليون طن أسمنت سنويا، وهو ما يمثل حوالي 20% من إجمالي صناعة الأسمنت في مصر.
وقد دأبت مجموعة السويس للأسمنت علي استثمار مئات الملايين من الجنيهات علي إعادة تأهيل وتطوير وصيانة جميع خطوط الإنتاج في مصانع المجموعة، وذلك من أجل رفع كفاءة التشغيل، وتحسين جودة الإنتاج، بالتوافق مع قانون البيئة المصري.
و لم تتدخر المجموعة جهدا في الاستثمار في تدريب العمالة، والبالغ عددهم 3500 عامل بشركات المجموعة، علي أحدث الأساليب التكنولوجية لتطوير أداءها، وذلك إيمانا منها بأهمية العنصر البشري في إحداث التغيير والتطوير بالإضافة الي توفير فرص عمل لعمالة المقاولين المتعاملين مع شركات المجموعة والمقدر عددهم بحوالي 4000 عامل.
هذا وقد صدر قرار رئيس مجلس الوزراء رقم 1273 لسنة 2012 بتاريخ 8/12/2012 برفع سعر بيع الطن من المازوت بالمواصفات العادية من 1000 جنيه للطن إلي 2300 جنيه للطن اعتبارا من 15/12/2012، ولم يستثني القرار صناعة الأسمنت، والتي يتطلب الأمر حمايتها نظرا لكونها أحد الصناعات الإستراتجية كثيفة العمالة.
ونود التأكيد بأنة في حالة تطبيق قرار الزيادة علي صناعة الأسمنت، سوف يؤدي هذا الارتفاع المفاجئ في تكلفة وقود المازوت اللازم للتشغيل إلي ارتفاع تكلفة إنتاج الأسمنت الي حدود سوف تتكبد معها شركة أسمنت بورتلاند طره خسائر مالية فادحة، والتي من شأنها أن تجبر الشركة علي إيقاف خطوط الإنتاج، وما يتبع ذلك من تهديد حوالي 2000 عامل وأسرهم لفقد مصادر دخلهم ، وذلك في ظل عدم وجود بديل آخر للوقود أمام الشركة.
بالإضافة إلي ذلك، سوف يضطر مصنع المنيا التابع لشركة أسمنت حلوان. الي إيقاف 70% من إنتاج المصنع والمخصصة للتصدير، وما ينتج عن ذلك من إلغاء عقود التصدير مع عملاء بذلت الشركة مجهودا كبيرا للتعاقد معهم خلال السنوات الماضية من أجل فتح أسواق خارجية للمنتج المصري في ضوء سياسة الدولة لدفع عجلة الإنتاج وتشجيع التصدير ، وما يتبعه من أثر سلبي على تدفق النقد الأجنبي إلى الاقتصاد المصري بالإضافة إلى الأثر السلبي علي 500 عامل وأسرهم.
وفى ظل تفهم الشركة ان الدعم المقدم للطاقة يمثل بوجة عام عبء تتحملة ميزانية الدولة وكجزء لا يتجزأ من منظومة الاقتصاد المصرى فقد بادرت مجموعة السويس للأسمنت بتخفيض إستهلاكها من الطاقة بنسبة تتعدي 10% عن طريق إعادة تأهيل وتطوير خطوط الإنتاج لرفع كفاءة التشغيل، كما تتجه الشركة لإستخدام مصادر بديلة للطاقة مثل الفحم Coal والمخلفات الصلبة من أجل تخفيض استهلاك مصانع المجموعة من وقود الغاز والمازوت بحوالي 30%. وذلك سيرا على نهج الدول التي تستخدم الفحم كوقود بالإضافة إلى البدائل الأخرى للوقود.
هذا بالإضافة الي قيام إحدي شركات مجموعة إيطالشمنتي العالمية (التي تستحوذ علي غالبية أسهم شركة السويس للأسمنت) بإنشاء محطة لإنتاج الكهرباء تعمل بطاقة الرياح باستثمارات تصل الي حوالي مليار جنيه مصري.
والجدير بالذكر، إن استخدام مصادر بديلة للطاقة في مصانع المجموعة يحتاج الي ضخ استثمارات كبيرة تتعدي 200 مليون جنيه مصري والي فترة زمنية تصل الي ثلاث سنوات، وذلك من أجل الحصول علي التصاريح اللازمة للاستيراد والاستخدام، وإجراء التعديلات الفنية اللازمة، وإعداد الشبكة اللوجستية الخاصة بنقل وتخرين هذه المواد.
وبناء علي ماسبق، فإن مجموعة السويس للأسمنت تؤكد تفهمها على الحاجة لرفع الدعم عن وقود الغاز والمازوت ولكن بطريقة متدرجة وفي إطار خطة زمنية واضحة ومحددة يتم الاتفاق عليها مع مختلف الأطراف المعنية، وذلك لإتاحة الوقت الكافي لاتخاذ كافة الخطوات والإجراءات اللازمة.
GULF PETROCHEM GROUP COMMENCES CONSTRUCTION ON PIPAVAV OIL TERMINAL IN INDIA
State-of-the-art Liquid Cargo Storage Terminal provides direct access to lucrative markets in the hinterland, northwest and central India
December 10, 2012: Gulf Petrochem Group, a leading player in the global oil industry, has announced that it has recently started construction on the Pipavav Oil Terminal, a state-of-the-art Liquid Cargo Storage Terminal for the handling and storage of liquid cargoes in bulk. Strategically located in Pipavav in the Indian state of Gujarat, Gulf Petrochem’s new oil terminal adds momentum to the company’s long-term expansion strategy because of its proximity to key rail and road networks, which offer direct access to critical markets in the hinterland, the northwest and central India.
The construction of Gulf Petrochem’s Pipavav Oil Terminal also underlines the company’s growing presence in India, which is one of the company’s most lucrative international markets. The new terminal will cover an area in excess of 90,500 sqm.
“Gulf Petrochem’s Pipavav Oil Terminal is strategically located in southern Gujarat, giving us a logistical advantage and strongly positioning the company to take advantage of India’s abundant northwest markets. This project will accelerate our expansion drive in key Asian markets, while strengthening Gulf Petrochem’s position as a leading player in the global oil space. We will continue to invest in major projects that will enhance our ability to provide reliable, tailor-made solutions at competitive prices, which will ultimately benefit our clients,” said Sanjeev Sisaudia, Group Chief Executive, Gulf Petrochem.
In response to ‘Absher’ and ‘2013: Year of Emiratisation’ initiatives of government
PALM UTILITIES WELCOMES FIRST BATCH OF EMIRATI TO JOIN THE ENERGY SECTOR
December 10, 2012
In support of the directives of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to increase the participation of UAE nationals in the job market, and in line with the pronouncement of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to designate 2013 as the year of Emiratisation, Palm Utilities, a Dubai World company, has announced that it has recently received the first batch of Emiratis who have joined the company as part of its Emiratisation program.
Marwan Al Naqi, Chief Executive Officer of Palm Utilities, said: "I am pleased to welcome the first batch of UAE nationals in our company. We are committed to supporting the Emiratisation policy pursued by the Government to reflect the vision and directives of the wise leadership, and to help enhance the quality of life of citizens and secure a stable career in the future."
"Emiratisation is on top of our priorities as it serves as a pillar for our success and the company’s long-term sustainability. The announcement of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, that 2013 will be the year of Emiratisation, has further motivated us to work harder to provide career opportunities for UAE nationals and enable them to contribute to the continuing growth and development of the company. We have a well-defined plan to fill vital posts in the company, and this is supported by financial and administrative resources necessary for the success of the Emiratisation program. We therefore look forward to helping strengthen the job market for UAE nationals who are fully competent with the right skills and high-level expertise," added Al Naqi.
"In addition, we have designed a special training program to equip local graduates with technical, administrative and practical skills. This program is based on an integrated teaching methodology that combines theoretical and practical training in order to enhance the technical, creative and personal skills of university degree holders in the field of electrical, mechanical and chemical engineering, as well as high school graduates," he concluded.
The initiative reflects the keenness of Palm Utilities to support the UAE’s Emiratisation program, which has long been an integral part of UAE’s strategy for sustainable development. The company further revealed that it is actively supporting the "Absher" initiative launched by His Highness the President of the UAE, aiming to employ 20,000 nationals within the next five years and facilitate the greater participation of the national labor force in driving forward the UAE’s socioeconomic development plan.
DUPONT EYES OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION AT THE 7TH ANNUAL GPCA FORUM
Dubai, UAE, November 27th, 2012 – DuPont, one of the leading science-powered companies, is attending the 7th Annual Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Forum taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from November 27th – 29th, 2012. DuPont is aggressively working to find ways to address global challenges, and challenges in the Gulf Cooperation Council [GCC] including ensuring food security, using existing energy more responsibly, finding new sustainable sources of energy and protecting people and the environment.
“GPCA is an excellent platform for DuPont to collaborate and establish new relationships and strengthen our business ties. The GCC is a key market for DuPont, as we strive to elevate our presence in the region. Our long-standing commitment is to sustainable growth. There are some big opportunities for many of our solutions across the region and we hope to capture them through our innovation and science,” said Amin Khayyal, General Manager, DuPont, United Arab Emirates.
DuPont is ranked the #2 chemical company and the 72nd largest U.S. industrial/service corporation on Fortune 500 list in 2012.
DP WORLD, UAE REGION SIGNS THIRD INTERIM PERIOD EXTENSION OF 10-YEAR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT CONTRACT WITH IMDAAD
Dubai, UAE, November 25, 2012 – Imdaad, a leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions in the GCC, has announced that it has recently signed the third interim period extension of its existing 10-year contract to provide integrated FM solutions to DP World, UAE Region, covering all facilities within Jebel Ali Port, which is currently the largest man-made port in the world, and Mina Rashid and Hamriya Port.
Imdaad’s scope of work includes mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil engineering, infrastructure and all other engineering work for the buildings within the three ports. The agreement was signed during Imdaad’s participation at the recently concluded FM Expo 2012 in Dubai.
Esam Khoori, Director of Procurement, Contracts & Material Management, DP World, UAE Region, said: “Imdaad has consistently delivered exemplary results during the previous two years. We are therefore pleased to continue our partnership as we look forward to benefit from Imdaad’s specialized expertise and impressive track record as a leading provider of customized facilities management solutions. Integrated facilities management will increasingly play an important role as we move forward with our growth agenda, and we are confident that Imdaad is best equipped to support us in this direction.”
Mahmood Hussein Rasheed, COO, Imdaad, said: “Our continuing partnership with DP World serves as a strong affirmation of the quality of our services and Imdaad’s ability to address the diverse and evolving facilities management requirements of our clients. Jebel Ali Port, Hamriya Port and Mina Rashid are among the busiest and most important seaports in the UAE, requiring specialized expertise, know-how and extensive experience in the delivery of customized FM services. In this regard, Imdaad is strongly positioned to provide strategic support that will enhance the operational flexibility and efficiency of DP World. Moreover, this high-profile partnership will certainly open more lucrative opportunities and add momentum to Imdaad’s expansion drive in the GCC.”
DP World is the premier port operator in the region and the third largest port operator in the world, operating more than 60 marine terminals across six continents.
Imdaad has gained a strong reputation in the region as an adopter and implementer of the latest FM technologies and practices. The company acquires eco-friendly equipment and prioritizes sustainability across all its operations. It also conducts recycling training for its clients, corporate partners and staff, in addition to providing free recycling bins in certain projects where it handles waste management and collection service.
Gulf Petrochem Group appoints Frederik Jan Berend Twiest as Deputy General Manager – Terminal Operations
November 22, 2012
Gulf Petrochem Group, a leading player in the oil industry, has recently appointed Frederik Jan Berend Twiest as Deputy General Manager – Terminal Operations. The appointment is part of continuing efforts to strengthen the company’s senior management team, while complementing Gulf Petrochem’s aggressive expansion drive with key projects, including the USD 130 million Fujairah Oil Terminal.
Twiest joins Gulf Petrochem following three decades of work experience in oil storage terminals in Europe, North America, and the Caribbean. He has travelled to oil storage terminals worldwide as consultant engineer and has previously served in various senior management roles, assuming responsibilities for operations, maintenance, planning and project engineering among others.
Sanjeev Sisaudia, Group CEO, Gulf Petrochem Group said: “The broad senior management and consultancy experience of Mr. Frederik Jan Berend Twiest will be vital as he assumes key responsibilities with Gulf Petrochem’s terminal operations. Moreover, his dynamic, hands-on management style complements the vibrant work environment that we cultivate at Gulf Petrochem. His appointment reaffirms our continuing drive to acquire the most competent industry professionals, which complements our aggressive expansion drive and helps us maintain the high quality standards of our operations and services.”
Frederik Jan Berend Twiest said: “Gulf Petrochem has assumed a leadership role in the oil industry and I am grateful and optimistic for the opportunity to contribute to its continued success and growth. The company has made extensive investments in high-profile projects that reinforce its ability to cater to the rapidly increasing demand in the regional market. I am therefore looking forward to the challenge of helping optimize the company’s operational efficiency and productivity and ultimately realizing Gulf Petrochem’s strategic growth plans.”
IMDAAD TO DELIVER POWER GENERATING SERVICES TO DUBAI SPORTS COUNCIL FOR 9TH ASIAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS IN DUBAI
Dubai, UAE, November 18, 2012 – Imdaad, the leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions in the GCC, has announced a new agreement during the recently held FM Expo 2012 in Dubai, to provide power generators to address the temporary power requirements of the 9th Asian Swimming Championships, which will run from November 15 to 25, 2012, at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Sports Complex in Dubai. Imdaad, which is a major sponsor of the championships, will extend power generation services to the event through Imdaad Power, a division established to address temporary power requirements of projects and industries in the GCC.
“The availability of safe, reliable and customized power generation solutions will remain a crucial factor as Dubai continues to establish itself as a premier host of prestigious international sporting championships and other high-profile global events. Imdaad Power has been established to address such specific power generation needs, eliminating any risk related to power interruptions. Our continuing partnership with the Dubai Sports Council further reaffirms the success of Imdaad in delivering integrated facilities management services that satisfy the evolving requirements of our clients in the region,” said Mahmood Hussein Rasheed, COO, Imdaad.
“Following our successful collaboration with Imdaad during the recent Swimming World Cup Dubai 2012, we are pleased to once again partner with them for the 9thAsian Swimming Championships. Imdaad has established a solid track record in addressing specific power generation needs of a wide variety of projects, events and industries. We are therefore confident that Imdaad will again play a key role in ensuring the success of the upcoming championships,” said Abdulla Shahdad, Championships Director.
Imdaad Power provides power generators of various sizes and capacity, from small diesel units to big containerised power units starting with 30Kva to 1250Kva. The power generators are also equipped with sound attenuated enclosures for onboard or dock side needs within the shipping industry. The new Imdaad Power division also offers water-based chillers and air conditioners to supplement the installed process systems or to provide heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) services.
The 9th Asian Swimming Championships, which will gather entries from 30 countries, will be a qualifying event for the FINA Swimming World Championships in July 2013. This year’s edition will be the first time in the history of the event that four swimming disciplines will be hosted in the same venue: swimming, synchronised swimming, water polo and diving.
DUPONT CALLS FOR COLLABORATION TO BUILD A SECURE OIL & GAS INDUSTRY FUTURE
DuPont presents sustainable solutions addressing the industry’s most serious challenges in safety, the environment and reliability & productivity
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – November 12th, 2012 – DuPont, one of the leading science-powered companies, is presenting innovative Oil and Gas sustainable solutions at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference [ADIPEC] taking place from November 11th – 14th, 2012 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In the Main Hall, Booth # 7055D, in ADNEC, DuPont is showcasing high performance solutions that help customers drive growth while contributing to environmental progress.
“We believe that by collaborating with customers, governments, NGOs and thought leaders we can help find solutions to the Oil and Gas industry challenges. The international audience attending ADIPEC is an excellent platform to collaborate and establish new relationships and strengthen our business ties. There are substantial opportunities for many of our offerings across the region and we hope to capture them through our innovation and expertise,” stated Ricardo Brahim, Oil & Gas Leader - Middle East.
DuPont is known as the innovator of most of the standard practices for coating pipe with epoxy used in the world today. DuPont Sustainable Solutions include DuPont™ StreaMax™, an antifouling and anticorrosion internal coating system used in production tubulars that provides flow assurance and corrosion protection in extreme environments over a wide temperature range. DuPont™ Pipelon® is an engineering resin used in non-metallic pipe applications to reduce hydrocarbon permeation and improve chemical and corrosion resistance.
Addressing safety issues in Oil & Gas, DuPont Protection Technologies include DuPont™ Nomex® and Kevlar® to provide thermal, mechanical and chemical protection to the Oil and Gas workers while DuPont Sustainable Solutions provides customers with consulting onworkplace safety and operational excellence to help achieve increased production and reduced incidents.
DuPont high performance materials include chemicals, polymers, elastomers, fibres, fabrics and garments. We have a significant offering of products for extreme environments and applications that support increasing service life, improving reliability, productivity and working at peak efficiency. Teflon® PFA is a perfluoroalkoxy copolymer resin available in pellet or powder. Teflon® PFA combines the processing ease of conventional thermoplastic resins with the excellent properties of Teflon® polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). While Abcite® Thermoplastic Coatings is specifically formulated as a tough, chip-resistant finish for corrosion protection in a very demanding environment.
Greases from DuPont™ Krytox® Performance Lubricants deliver long-lasting lubricity and viscosity performance that no hydrocarbon-based grease can match. These advanced lubricants deliver measurable value, reducing maintenance costs for re-lubrication, component failure and downtime. When compared to conventional lubricants, Krytox® grease provides less friction and wear, with longer service life for your critical components.
DuPont™ Kalrez® perfluoroelastomer sealants and Viton® fluoroelastomers provide increased protection against hazardous chemicals at high temperatures. In addition, DuPont™ Vespel® replaces metal and other composite materials used for pump wear rings and throat bushings to increase pump reliability and performance.
To learn more, please visit DuPont at ADIPEC, Main Hall, Booth # 7055D, ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.
For more information, please visit: www.oilandgas.dupont.com
DUPONT LEADERS ADDRESS KEY SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGES
DuPont presents sustainable solutions for the Gulf at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference 2012
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – November 8th, 2012 – DuPont, one of the leading science-powered innovative companies is addressing the Oil and Gas industry’s most serious challenges in safety, the environment and reliability & productivity. DuPont will present two technical papers on Sustainable Solutions and advanced non-metallic materials, at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference taking place from November 11th – 14th, 2012, Main Hall, Booth # 7055D, in ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.
DuPont will address “Increasing the Agility of Process Safety Management Systems” presented by Brian D Rains, Global Practice Leader Process Safety Management, DuPont Sustainable Solutions and “Engineered Internal Downhole Coating Solutions for Corrosion & Deposition Control in Downhole Production Tubulars” by Jean-Marc Tixhon, Europe, Middle East and Africa - Manager Nafion, Monomers, FuelCells, Oil & Gas, DuPont Chemicals & Fluoroproducts.
DuPont will showcase Oil & Gas solutions including, DuPont™ StreaMax™, an antifouling and anticorrosion internal coating system for tubulars, DuPont™ Pipelon®, Non-metallic Pipe solutions, DuPont® Safety Resources, Sustainable Operations and Clean Technologies, DuPont® Personal Protection products for the industry and DuPont® High Performance Materials & Chemicals.
“We believe science will play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges of finding cost-effective sustainable energy and increased energy efficiency. However, scientific knowledge can only be realized with collaboration. We are looking forward to being at ADIPEC and continued collaboration between key players of the Gulf Oil and Gas industry, allowing customers to make smarter use of resources building a secure energy future together,” said Ricardo Brahim, Oil & Gas Industry Leader, Middle East.
To learn more, please visit DuPont in ADIPEC Main Hall, Booth # 7055D, ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.
GULF PETROCHEM GROUP TO SPONSOR “SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL BUNKERING CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION”
14 October, 2012
Gulf Petrochem Group, a leading player in the oil industry, will sponsor the 17th Singapore International Bunkering Conference and Exhibition (SIBCON) as Luncheon Sponsor. Held from October 16 to 19, 2012 at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore, SIBCON is recognised as the premier industry event that brings together the entire marine fuels supply chain.
Sanjeev Sisaudia, Group CEO, Gulf Petrochem Group, said, “Given the scale and significance of this event it was imperative that we have a strong presence here. Moreover, Gulf Petrochem Group is currently pursuing a strategic expansion plan across our key markets in South Asia, Far East Asia, Africa, Europe and the Middle East, and our participation in SIBCON gives us an excellent opportunity to interact with industry peers and discuss new developments in the area of bunkering and marine fuels.”
The biennial Singapore International Bunkering Conference allows the industry to be a part of the largest bunker market, conduct business and listen to thought leaders. SIBCON remains by far, the world’s largest and most influential forum for the marine fuels industry.
The Company has trading offices in Dubai, Mumbai, Delhi and Singapore.
IMDAAD PROVIDES POWER GENERATORS FOR DUBAI SWIMMING
WORLD CUP 2012
Dubai, UAE – October 3, 2012 – Imdaad, the leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions in the GCC, has announced that it is providing power generators to address the temporary power requirements of the Dubai Swimming World Cup 2012, which is being held from October 2 to 3, 2012 at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Sports Complex in Dubai and being organized by FINA/Arena. Imdaad has signed an agreement to be a major sponsor of the Dubai Swimming World Cup and will be extending power generation services through Imdaad Power, a division established to address temporary power requirements of projects and industries in the GCC.
“A large-scale and prestigious international event such as the Dubai Swimming World Cup 2012 requires reliable and safe power generation services to ensure that the flow of activities is uninterrupted. Imdaad Power was established to cater to such specific power generation needs of various projects, events and industries, particularly in light of the rapidly expanding development initiatives being undertaken across the GCC and the growing number of global events being hosted in the region. Imdaad’s participation as major sponsor of the Dubai Swimming World Cup will serve as an excellent showcase of the benefits and strategic advantages of our specialized services to address the temporary power requirements of any international event or industrial project. Moreover, this is an important step that reinforces our commitment to serve the community, while helping consolidate Imdaad’s position as the region’s leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions,” said Jamal Abdulla Lootah, CEO, Imdaad.
Imdaad Power provides power generators of various sizes and capacity, from small diesel units to big containerised power units starting with 30Kva to 1250Kva. The power generators are also equipped with sound attenuated enclosures for onboard or dock side needs within the shipping industry. The new Imdaad Power division also offers water-based chillers and air conditioners to supplement the installed process systems or to provide heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) services.
The Dubai Swimming World Cup 2012 will feature the world’s top swimming athletes, including Olympic gold medalists, world record holders and world champions. A total of 130 athletes representing 32 countries will compete in the event, which is the first leg of an eight-leg world circuit being held until November 11, 2012.
SUBSTANTIAL OIL & GAS PROJECT FOR DSI IN IRAQ
The Company Awarded AED 1.314 billion Construction (EPC) contract for pipeline installation at the Zubair Oil Field in Basrah The Zubair Oil Field is considered one of the largest in the world – and is developed by a consortium led by Eni, one of Italy’s largest companies specialized in Oil &Gas, petrochemicals, oil field services, and power generation.
The project scope is EPC services for oil and water flow lines, water trunklines, oil transfer pipelines, and connections to wellheads and degassing stations. This represents DSI’s first project in Iraq and its first major Oil & Gas contract in the region. DSI will execute the project in Joint Venture collaboration with European EPC specialists SICIM. SICIM has been involved in the execution of EPC projects for the Oil and Gas industry, installing large diameter pipelines and multidisciplinary plants globally since 1962.
On this occasion, Khaldoun Tabari, CEO of Drake & Scull International PJSC said, “The Iraqi construction market offers massive potential in areas such as Oil & Gas where there is a huge demand for EPC contractors. The country is also undertaking substantial developments to revolutionize its social infrastructure and as such we can expect demand for our type of services to extend to other key sectors such as healthcare, education, hospitality , housing , waste water and water treatment. Our work on the Zubair Oil Field marks an important milestone for DSI and will optimize our exposure and market reach to the Oil & Gas domain”.
Tabari added, “Our strong foot print in the region gives us the flexibly to fast track mobilization of resources on the ground. Our history in Civil and MEP Projects in the Oil and gas and petrochemical industry has given us the know-how and competitive advantage to make substantial indoors into this competitive field. Our offices in Iraq are gearing up to tackle the complexities and dynamics of the project and we expect to complete the work in July 2014.”
DSI reported AED 1.5 billion in revenues for the first half of the year and managed to sustain its backlog at AED 7.4 billion and continues to explore other opportunities in the Rail and Oil & Gas sectors.
كانون تعزّز أعمال قطاع النفط والغاز في مصر
القاهرة، مصر،3 سبتمبر 2012: نشرت كانون الشرق الأوسط بنجاح حلولها في مجال إدارة المستندات وطباعتها في شركة شلومبيرجير للخدمات النفطية Schlumberger Petroleum، وهي إحدى أكبر الشركات في قطاع النفط والغاز في المنطقة.
وفي هذا السياق، قالت إيناس طلعت، مديرة المنشآت في شركة شلومبيرجير للخدمات النفطية: "قدّمت كانون إلى شركتنا حلاً تجارياً مبتكراً يتناسب وحاجاتنا تنظيم سير العمل بشكل أفضل وتحسين الكلفة في ما يخصّ طباعة مستنداتنا وإدارتها. وبالتالي، أصبح بإمكاننا إنجاز المزيد من العمل بتكلفة أقل".
لقد ركّزت خطّة كانون لتطوير الأعمال بشكل استراتيجي على قطاع النفط والغاز. ولا شكّ في أنّ انضمام شركة شلومبيرجير إلى قائمة عملائنا المحترمين يفتح باب النمو أمام كانون، الشركة العملاقة في توفير حلول الأعمال والتصوير العالميّة لتزدهر أعمالها في مجال النفط والغاز في المنطقة. واستفادت شلومبيرجير للخدمات النفطية من حلول كانون في الشركات الأخرى التابعة لها مثل "سميث" Smith و"باثفايندر"Pathfinder و"ويسترن جيكو" Western Geco و"داويل شلومبيرجير" Dawel Schlumberger.
وقال ناوشي يامادا، نائب المدير الإداري في كانون الشرق الأوسط: "كثير من الشركات في قطاع النفط والغاز تتطلّب طباعة كميات هائلة وغالباً ما تكون من مواقع مختلفة. وكانون تملك الحلول والخبرة التي تمكّنهم من تنظيم سير العمل لاسيما وأنّها شريك موثوق لعملائها، وتشتهر في دعمهم على تعزيز أداء العمل وتحسين معدّلات الأرباح. ويسعدنا أننا قد تمكّنا من إحداث فارق الفرق في عمليات شلومبيرجير".
وقد عملت "إتكو" ETCO، موزّع منتجات كانون في مصر، مع شلومبيرجير للخدمات النفطية على تحديد حاجات هذه الأخيرة وتقديم حلول العمل المناسبة.
وفي معرض شرحه، قال عادل حنّا، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة إيتكو ETCO في مصر: "بعد مراجعة أعمال شلومبيرجير بدقّة، وجدنا أنّه من الأفضل أن نجعل محطّات الطباعة في شلومبيرجير مركزية وننتقل إلى استخدام طابعاتنا متعددة الوظائف للحدّ من التكاليف والتحكّم بسير أعمال الطباعة. ولم يؤدِّ ذلك إلى تقليص التكاليف فحسب، بل أيضاً إلى زيادة الفعاليّة والتحكّم بعمليّة الطباعة في الشركة".
فضلاً على الآلات المدمجة، أرسلت كانون مهندسَين لمراقبة سير العمل، وصيانة الآلات فوراً وحلّ أبرز المشاكل في خلال مهلة وجيزة".
