The investment aims to add 600 million cubic feet per day of natural gas by 2030, meeting 10% of UAE’s current demand.
ADNOC approved a $6.2bn final investment decision to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap, targeting increased natural gas production. The project involves international partners TotalEnergies, Eni, and CNPC, aligning with ADNOC’s strategy to address rising global gas demand.
The development is expected to deliver over 600 million standard cubic feet per day of natural gas and associated liquids, equivalent to nearly 10% of the UAE’s current daily consumption. Production is slated to begin by 2030, with contracts already awarded for offshore infrastructure and drilling.
The UAE holds the world’s seventh-largest gas reserves, and ADNOC aims to expand output to support domestic needs and LNG exports. The project includes a Dh1.3bn drilling program for 14 wells, reinforcing the country’s energy security goals.