ADNOC takes final investment decision on SARB Deep Gas project offshore Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has announced the final investment decision for the SARB Deep Gas Development, a strategic offshore project within the Ghasha Concession, as the UAE advances efforts to strengthen gas self-sufficiency and secure long-term supply.

The project is expected to deliver 200 million standard cubic feet per day (scfd) of gas before the end of the decade — enough energy to power more than 300,000 homes daily — while deploying advanced technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

The SARB Deep Gas Development will be operated remotely from Arzanah Island and will leverage existing offshore infrastructure to maximise efficiency. The project embeds advanced digital systems and AI-enabled capabilities, supporting ADNOC’s drive to modernise operations across its offshore portfolio.

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Musabbeh Al Kaabi, ADNOC Upstream CEO, said: “We are pleased to confirm the final investment decision for the SARB Deep Gas Development. This strategic project within the Ghasha Concession reinforces the progress we are making to fully unlock Abu Dhabi’s world-class gas resources, supporting UAE gas self-sufficiency and strengthening the nation’s role as a reliable exporter to international markets.

“The development will leverage advanced technologies and AI and maximizes synergies across ADNOC’s offshore infrastructure, unlocking efficiencies and value.”

Located approximately 120 kilometres offshore from Abu Dhabi, the project comprises a new offshore platform housing four gas production wells. These will connect to Das Island, where gas will be tied into ADNOC Gas facilities for upstream treatment.

This integration is designed to maximise synergies with existing ADNOC projects and infrastructure, supporting efficient processing while reinforcing the resilience and scalability of Abu Dhabi’s offshore gas network.