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Kuwait Operates Fifth LNG Line at Mina al-Ahmadi Refinery

Part of the fifth liquefied gas pipeline project at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. (Kuna)
Part of the fifth liquefied gas pipeline project at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. (Kuna)
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Kuwait Operates Fifth LNG Line at Mina al-Ahmadi Refinery

Part of the fifth liquefied gas pipeline project at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. (Kuna)
Part of the fifth liquefied gas pipeline project at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. (Kuna)

Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) said Thursday it was operating a fifth liquefied natural gas (LNG) line at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery.

KNPC CEO Waleed al-Bader said the line adds 805 million standard cubic feet (mn ft3) to the company’s capacity and 106,000 barrels of condensates, an increase of about 30%.

The total capacity of the five lines combined will be 3.125bn ft3/day and 332,000 barrels of condensates

This step reflects the company’s goal to expand profitable derivatives that comply with the requirements and environmental standards of global markets.

Gas derivatives are considered the company’s best products in terms of being eco-friendly and very profitable, Bader said, adding that the project provides work opportunities for national cadres.

Chairman of Mina Al-Ahmadi Refinery Shujaa al-Ajmi, for his part, said the project works on treating natural gas extracted from oil wells, as well as producing methane, ethane, propane and butane gases and natural gasoline.

He said it includes a secondary unit that produces clean fuel gas, bolstering safety levels.

He pointed out that it was operated successfully despite delays in equipment importing and difficulties in providing specialized technicians due to the pandemic.

Acting chairman Ghanim al-Otaibi said that this large-scale project required, at one point, 6,900 workers on site, and a total of 57 million working hours, ruling out any dangerous accidents as a result of the applied safety measures.

He said the company is keen to incorporate local businesses in the project, as the private sector's share comprised 20% of the total cost, adding that local companies also participated in importing equipment and construction work.

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Unprecedented Participation Expected at International Mining Conference in Riyadh on Tuesday

Ali Al-Mutairi, general supervisor of the conference (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Ali Al-Mutairi, general supervisor of the conference (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Unprecedented Participation Expected at International Mining Conference in Riyadh on Tuesday

Ali Al-Mutairi, general supervisor of the conference (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Ali Al-Mutairi, general supervisor of the conference (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Riyadh is preparing to host the fourth edition of the International Mining Conference on Tuesday under the patronage of King of Saudi Arabia Salman bin Abdulaziz.
This year’s event has drawn an unprecedented number of participants, with over 20,000 registrations. It will feature the attendance of global CEOs, industry leaders, and executives from related sectors, who will gather to tackle the mining sector’s key challenges and offer innovative, sustainable solutions to advance the industry’s future.
Ali Al-Mutairi, general supervisor of the conference, told Asharq Al-Awsat that the conference, running from January 14 to 16, will kick off with the fourth International Ministerial Meeting on Mining Affairs. The meeting will host senior government representatives from 85 countries, along with 50 leaders from multilateral organizations, NGOs, and business associations.
This year’s edition introduces several groundbreaking initiatives, including a “Knowledge Exchange Day,” which will serve as a platform to share the latest advancements in geology, technology, and sustainability.
Al-Mutairi also revealed that the event will host the first “Centers of Excellence and Technology Meeting,” designed to establish a regional network to develop expertise and accelerate innovation in mining.
Additionally, the second meeting of leaders from international geological survey organizations will take place, featuring prominent institutions such as the US Geological Survey, the British Geological Survey, the French Geological Survey, and the Finnish Geological Survey. This meeting aims to enhance global collaboration and leverage advanced technologies to drive sector development.
The conference is expected to see the signing of several agreements and memorandums of understanding between local and international stakeholders, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to establishing itself as a global mining hub. The event further supports efforts to foster international cooperation and sustainable development in this vital sector.
Over 250 prominent speakers, including senior executives and experts, will participate in this year’s conference. Their contributions will open avenues for international partnerships and help explore strategic investment opportunities in mining.
Under the theme “Achieving Impact,” the conference continues the international dialogue on the future of mining and minerals, with the aim to strengthen global cooperation to meet energy transition goals and advance modern industries.
Aligned with Saudi Arabia’s vision to position mining as a cornerstone of its national economy, the event will address critical topics such as exploration, technological innovation, sustainability, and value-added chains. The event highlights the country’s ongoing efforts to empower the mining sector and ensure it serves as a key pillar of economic growth and diversification.