CYLINGAS, a subsidiary of Emirates National Oil (Enoc), has signed a construction contract with Pyramid Engineering for a 7,500 barrels per day (bpd) modular refinery being developed by Ecomar Energy Solutions in Fujairah, UAE, states Cylingas in a statement.

The company will design, fabricate, install, inspect, test, paint and commission 19 aboveground tanks and associated piping system within the new refinery terminal and the connecting pipelines to the jetty. The site’s storage tank terminal has a capacity of 91,000 cubic metres and will handle naphtha, diesel, gas oil, fuel oil, kerosene, slop and water.

Saif Al Falasi, executive director of Cylingas, says: “The contract underlines the competencies of Cylingas to undertake large-scale projects that demand extensive mechanical and piping work. It complements our growth strategy to expand our operations across the region by offering high-end solutions developed to the highest standards of quality.”

According to Enoc, Cylingas will undertake the mechanical and piping requirements for the tanks including aluminium internal floating, dome and cone roofs. The tanks range from 4 to 29.5 m in diameter and from 5 to 20.5 m in height.

The piping package includes residual engineering design, procurement, safe storage, fabrication, inspection, painting and surface preparation, insulation, testing and commissioning of piping systems and pipeline. The pipelines linking the terminal to the jetty will be 2 to 16-inch in diameter.

Cylingas will also undertake additional associated work including setting up free issue mechanical equipment, vessels, positive displacement, centrifugal pumps and loading arms.

Ashish Bajpal, managing director of Pyramid Engineering, says: “The modular refinery in Fujairah further builds on its reputation as one of the fastest growing global hubs in the UAE. Cylingas supports our vision to develop a modern refinery and associated systems, with proven expertise in developing world-class projects.”

The project is scheduled for completion in 17 months and designs are said to be progressing. UAE-based engineering consultancy MUC Oil & Gas is the overall consultant for the project (Feed and PMC).

Earlier, the Enoc subsidiary, marked its 40th anniversary with a celebration in Dubai, highlighting its contribution to the region’s oil and gas sector in manufacturing storage cylinders and providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services.

The first company in the GCC region to manufacture gas cylinders, Cylingas has expanded its operations to now provide the full-spectrum of EPC services for the oil and gas sector, and is currently undertaking several prestigious projects that add value to the industry.

At the ceremony, Cylingas management presented an overview of the company’s growth and its future plans, and also honoured long-service employees for their contribution to the organisation.

Saeed Khoory, chief executive officer of Enoc, says: “Cylingas has played an instrumental role in the growth of the oil and gas sector in the UAE by providing ancillary services that are crucial to driving operational efficiencies. Over the past 40 years, the company has set several important milestones with a firm focus on providing high quality products and services that meet the needs of its partners. The current expansion of Cylingas to new business lines and other regional markets will drive the company’s growth in the coming years.”

Saif Al Falasi, executive director of EHSQ and corporate affairs, adds: “From manufacturing gas cylinders to now providing the full range of EPC services, Cylingas has evolved as a strong entity that supports the manufacturing sector of the UAE. The company has achieved accreditations from international agencies for its commitment to quality. In 40 years, Cylingas has indeed defined its niche in the market place and continues to be the partner of choice for the leading names in the oil and gas sector.”

Raed Ali, general manager of Cylingas, thanked the partners and employees for their support and commitment to the organisation. He says: “The achievements of Cylingas are led by the dedication and hard work of our employees, the guidance from the Enoc management team and the unwavering support of our partners.

“We will continue to remain focused on identifying new opportunities for growth through organic expansion, and also expand to new geographies and open offices in other markets to add long-term value to the company. By providing integrated and turnkey services for the energy sector, as per client specifications, we are contributing to their overall efficiency of operations.”

Established by a decree by the late Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Cylingas first focused on manufacturing gas cylinders before expanding to shop fabrication products and bulk liquid storage, and now EPC services. The company holds the “U” and “U2” Stamp from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) as well as the “R” Stamp from the National Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessels Inspectors (NBBI).

The EPC division of Cylingas supports the industrial and energy sectors, with a focus on storage projects, and complements the company’s reputation as the builder of storage infrastructure projects for the hydrocarbon sector.

Cylingas is renowned for its excellent design, engineering and field construction of elevated above ground tanks for storage of petroleum and refined products, refinery process vessels and other steel plate structures.

Future plans include opening offices in Abu Dhabi and Oman, and appointing agents in other Middle East markets. Cylingas has executed challenging jobs for renowned companies in the GCC, the Indian Ocean islands and African countries.

With approx 300,000 sq ft. of modern manufacturing and fabrication unit in Dubai supported by a competent skilled work force and state of the art infrastructure facility, Cylingas delivers a wide range of products and services including oil and gas storage tanks, API 650 and 620 vertical storage tanks, pressure vessels, process equipment, pipeline spools and allied products, as well marine loading arms, industrial civil and structural works, and under/above ground pipelines.

Cylingas is a pioneer in turnkey central LPG installations, gas distribution infrastructure, for industrial and commercial clients such as hotels, resorts and residential complexes.

Established in 1993 as a wholly-owned company of the Government of Dubai, ENOC aims to promote the interests of its shareholders through the development of further downstream and upstream activities in the oil and gas sector and beyond, and to encourage the economic diversification of Dubai and the rest of the UAE.

Enoc ‘s vision is to be a leading regional integrated oil and gas group that is highly profitable and socially responsible towards employees, the community and environment. Driving this vision, Enoc is committed to achieving sustainable development and highly profitable growth and serving the growing energy needs of Dubai.

Enoc strives to attract, develop and retain top talent to become the employer of choice, while adopting latest technologies and implementing best practices to achieve world-class performance. Enoc is also focused on meeting and exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality and service, and in maintaining high industry standards with respect to environment, health and safety.

Enoc actively participates in an increasingly broad range of business ventures. Its joint ventures with major international companies allow partners to pool their technology, know-how and expertise along with their resources to further their commercial success.

Since its inception, Enoc has been guided by its philosophy of quality and professional management based on modern business concepts for commercial success and sustainable growth. Today it is poised to engineer a new and challenging period of growth and diversity.