Muscat – SLB, a global oilfield services company, has announced that it has been awarded two five-year contracts by Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) to supply wellheads and artificial lift technologies for operations in Block 6, Oman’s largest oil and gas concession, while advancing in-country value (ICV).
The contracts include the provision of low-pressure, high-pressure and thermal wellheads, as well as electric submersible pumps (ESPs) and progressive cavity pumps (PCPs). These solutions are expected to increase recovery rates and extend the productive life of Block 6 assets.
Key milestones include expanding local manufacturing capabilities and introducing made-in-Oman gate valve production within six months of commencement, SLB said in a statement.
“These awards reflect our deep commitment to Oman’s energy future and to advancing in-country value through local manufacturing and talent development,” said Jesus Lamas, president for the Middle East and North Africa at SLB.
“By producing more equipment in-country and investing in Omani expertise, we are ensuring that PDO’s strategic goals are met through sustainable, locally driven approaches. Our focus is on delivering innovative wellhead and artificial lift solutions that drive production efficiency and maximise recovery. Through our ongoing investment in advanced technologies and tailored services, we support our customers’ production and recovery goals with capabilities designed to meet their evolving operational needs.”
Wellheads will be produced at SLB’s Rusayl production centre, while ESPs will be assembled at its Nizwa assembly, repair and testing centre, supporting hundreds of Omani employees.
SLB will deploy advanced technologies including the 15k SOLIDrill modular compact wellhead system, ESP surveillance systems and ESP permanent magnet motors, which reduce power consumption and enhance sustainability.
SLB is a global technology company that has driven energy innovation for more than 100 years and has a presence in over 100 countries worldwide.
