CRC Evans, a provider of welding and coating services for the energy sector, has signed a significant contract with Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (COOEC) to deliver critical welding services for the Ruya Batch 1 Project (EPCI09).
This project is part of the expansion of Qatar’s Al-Shaheen field, the country’s largest offshore oil field.
The contract was formally signed at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai on November 6.
Paul McShane, EMEAA President of CRC Evans, and Wang Zhangling, Chairman of COOEC, signed the agreement, with Zhou Xinhuai, President of CNOOC (COOEC’s parent company), and Frederic Castrec, CEO of CRC Evans, witnessing the ceremony.
The Ruya Project, also known as the North Field East (NFE) Project or Ras Laffan LNG Expansion Project, aims to significantly increase Qatar’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) production capacity.
CRC Evans will provide its technical expertise and innovative welding solutions to support COOEC in meeting the project’s demanding requirements.
Frederic Castrec, CEO of CRC Evans, expressed the company’s commitment to the project: “We are honoured to secure this significant contract with COOEC for the Ruya Project, which is crucial to Qatar’s LNG expansion.
“This collaboration utilises our specialised expertise in welding services, allowing us to contribute to the development of Qatar’s largest offshore field, Al-Shaheen, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and precision.”
The Al-Shaheen field, located 80 kilometres offshore Qatar, is one of the world’s largest in terms of ‘oil in place’.
This contract award highlights CRC Evans’ role in advancing Qatar’s energy infrastructure and reinforces its position as a key player in the offshore energy sector.
As the Ruya Project progresses, it is expected to play a vital role in Qatar’s efforts to expand its LNG production capabilities and maintain its position as a global leader in the energy market.
