AEAdnoc, the national oil company of the United Arab Emirates, announced a $6.2 billion investment in the Umm Shaif gas cap project as part of its accelerated strategy to expand gas exports. The project aims to produce over 600 million standard cubic feet per day of natural gas, representing nearly 10% of the UAE's current daily gas consumption. The investment includes EPC contracts totaling $5.1 billion and a $365 million drilling program set to be completed over 18 months. Production is scheduled to begin by 2030. The initiative is part of broader efforts by Adnoc to enhance its role as a reliable gas supplier, supported by partnerships with TotalEnergies, Eni, and China National Petroleum Corporation. The move aligns with increased global demand for low-carbon energy and complements other projects like the Bab Gas Cap and the Ruwais LNG project, which aim to significantly boost the UAE's LNG production capacity.
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