ABB to Automate Gas Compressor Project in Pakistan

ABB signed a $130 million contract for the development of the Sawan Gas Field Compressor Project, located 80 km southeast of Sukkur city in Pakistan. OMV Pakistan Exploration, the largest international gas operator in Pakistan, awarded the project to ABB.

The new plant will include compressor facilities near an existing central processing plant; ABB will provide both automation and electrification systems for the new plant and will manage the project engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning. The project delivery includes four 7.5 megawatt (MW) turbo compressors, air cooled heat exchangers, inlet scrubbers, slug catcher, and utilities systems.

“ABB has the oil and gas industry expertise, capabilities, and local resources to successfully manage, supply and execute these large projects for our customers,” said Veli-Matti Reinikkala, head of ABB’s Process Automation division. “This major order is one of several key compressor station projects recently awarded to ABB Group, and underscores our ability to deliver the most comprehensive scope of supply and services needed to flawlessly execute these large projects.”

ABB’s scope of supply for the new facilities includes an integrated control system based on System 800xA with process control, emergency shut down, and fire and gas systems. ABB will also provide low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, and distribution (MV/LV) transformers. The project is scheduled for completion in early 2010.