Gas Sweetening
Client
NIGC
Owner
National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC)
Location
Assaluyeh, Iran
Gas Sweetening Pilot Plant – South Pars Gas Field
The Gas Sweetening Pilot Plant Project is a strategic initiative by the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) aimed at advancing the Iranian oil and gas industry through innovation in gas processing technology. This project directly addresses operational challenges in gas treatment by developing, testing, and implementing state-of-the-art gas sweetening processes designed for deployment in Iran’s major gas fields.
The pilot plant will be installed in the renowned South Pars Gas Field, located in southwest Iran. The focus is on developing and refining gas sweetening technology to remove impurities such as hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and carbon dioxide (CO2) from natural gas, ensuring compliance with product specifications and environmental regulations.
Key Participants
- National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC): Leading the project as part of its mandate to enhance Iran’s gas processing and export capabilities.
- Research Institute of Petroleum Industry (RIPI): Providing research, development, and engineering expertise, with a proven track record in advanced process simulation and computerized engineering.
- Tehran Raymand Consulting Engineers: Serving as a key consultant, tasked with reviewing process technology efforts, engineering concepts, and ensuring project success through rigorous technical evaluation.
Project Objectives and Scope
- FEED Package Preparation: Develop a comprehensive Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) package for the pilot gas sweetening plant, detailing process design, equipment selection, and integration with the South Pars site.
- EPC Tender Document: Prepare a complete Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) tender package, providing a clear technical and contractual roadmap for construction and commissioning.
- Research and Technology Development: Facilitate collaboration between NIGC and RIPI, leveraging research and digital engineering technology to drive gas processing innovation.
- Technology Review and Concept Evaluation: Tehran Raymand’s experts will critically assess process technologies and engineering approaches to maximize plant efficiency, safety, and operational flexibility.
Goals and Benefits
- Enhanced Operational Performance: Deliver flexible, efficient, and precise gas sweetening solutions to improve the performance of Iranian gas plants.
- Knowledge and Skill Acquisition: Ensure effective technology transfer and skill development for executing companies, building technical capacity within Iran’s oil and gas sector.
With the combined expertise of NIGC, RIPI, and Tehran Raymand Consulting Engineers, this project is set to deliver a cutting-edge gas sweetening pilot plant. The outcome will not only solve current operational issues but also strengthen Iran’s technological foundation for future oil and gas industry advancements.