Adnoc Annual Review 2008

Flying high with quality service

Adnoc Distribution ... exceptional quality and reliability

ADNOC Distribution, the retail arm of Adnoc, is currently installing a comprehensive network of natural gas pipelines throughout the city of Abu Dhabi, which will ensure a reliable delivery method directly to consumer’s homes and offices.

Founded in 1973, Adnoc Distribution markets and distributes petroleum products and services within the UAE and internationally. As one of the largest and most innovative government-owned petroleum companies in the Arab Gulf, Adnoc Distribution is renowned and respected for the exceptional quality and reliability of its products and services. Offering a wide variety of petroleum and natural gas products and services, Adnoc Distribution is committed to providing customers and partners with reliable energy solutions.
Adnoc Distribution is also strategic supplier of aviation fuels and services, with access to an extensive network of production and refinery facilities, and the ability to adjust fuel volumes to match customer needs.
Adnoc operates an exceptional transportation network, and delivers uncompromising quality, safety and service excellence from the refinery process through to servicing on the tarmac. Adnoc Distribution Aviation Services is the reliable choice for aviation fuel products and services.
Adnoc Distribution has always incorporated the falcon in its emblem. This noble bird represents vision, confidence, leadership, reliability, pride, alertness, responsiveness, and dynamism. The falcon reflects and celebrates the sense of pride in the UAE’s rich heritage and strong national roots, while looking to the future with determination and a clear vision. The stature and head-held-high angle of the Adnoc falcon logo, combined with bold, colourful geometry, captures the sense of leadership and authority that Adnoc is well known, and admired for.
Adnoc Distribution is the strategic partner for the energy distribution and allied services.
The company is committed to providing value to its customers and shareholders, care for its employees; be socially responsible, environmentally conscious and maintain high standards of health and safety.
Its aviation division supplies air passenger, air cargo, military and general aviation customers. The company operates six state-of-the-art fuelling centres across the UAE, including at the Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Ain International Airport, Fujairah International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and Bateen Airport.
Adnoc aviation fuels are refined following the strictest international jet fuel standards for commercial and military fuel, in addition to meeting the Exxon Mobil aviation operations standards, and the aviation equipment and design standards. Adnoc Distribution’s technical and operational expertise ensures that fuel quality is uncompromised from refinery to transportation to aircraft tank.
Safety and reliability are given priority throughout the distribution process, and Aviations Services maintains advanced safety and fire suppression measures, equipment, and staff. The Aviation Division’s quality products and service are available to customers 24/7.
Adnoc Distribution caters to a wide variety of lubricant needs for the engines and equipment of the customers. Choosing the right blend of lubricant is important, which is why it offers such a diverse product line of motor oils, lubricants, and greases. Customers can easily match the Adnoc lube product with the unique demands of each car, 4x4, delivery truck, tractor, boat or airplane.
Every Adnoc lubricant product is formulated to meet the highest international specifications, set by international institutions such as the American Petroleum Institute (API), the US Military Authorities, the British Defense Force (DEF/STAN) and the Committee of European Engine Manufacturers (CCMC). That’s why Adnoc Distribution tests, manufactures, and markets a wide variety of lubricates, which includes engine oils, industrial, marine and hydraulic lubricants, and highly specialised oils and greases. Adnoc lubricants have been approved for use by the world’s most prominent engine and machine makers, including Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Volvo, Mack, MAN, Caterpillar, and many, many more.
Adnoc Distribution operates an integrated research and development laboratory, sophisticated petroleum testing facility, and a state-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging operation.
The firm recognises the growing consumer interest in using cleaner, more environmentally friendly fuels such as natural gas, and is working hard to meet expected consumer demand.
Natural gas is a safe, clean, efficient and economical energy source. It is used extensively in residential, commercial and industrial applications around the world.
Natural gas provides safe, reliable, clean and efficient energy to the home or work environment. Homes and offices using natural gas for air conditioners and appliances will find a highly energy efficient and cost effective system. Consumers use natural gas in a wide variety of applications, including air conditions, washers/dryers, ovens and ranges, heaters, hot water tanks and barbecues.
Natural gas offers a real alternative to the economic and environmental issues associated with operating traditional gasoline- and diesel-based vehicles. In fact, the use of natural gas in vehicles dates back to the 1930’s, but tremendous strides in technology and engine efficiency over the past 20 years has helped to bring natural gas vehicles (NGVs) into widespread use and popularity.
Today, operating natural gas vehicles typically costs 30 per cent less than the same vehicle using gasoline. Engine maintenance costs for NGVs are also significantly lower than traditional gasoline vehicles, and the life of motor oils and spark plugs is extended.
Natural gas vehicles operate cleaner, and produce fewer emissions than traditional gasoline-based vehicles, and because natural gas is primarily methane (a molecule found naturally in the environment), it contains fewer harmful compounds than gasoline. In fact, natural gas is second only to hydrogen, in terms of the amount of carbon dioxide produced when burned, and offers the promise of meeting or exceeding even the toughest environmental emissions standards.
NG vehicles operate and perform much like traditional gasoline-based vehicles, and the transformation is subtle and unobtrusive. The engine fuel intake is modified, and a reinforced compressed fuel tank is added, while still allowing easy access for refueling. With over three million natural gas vehicles (NGVs) in operation in over 50 countries worldwide, the popularity and availability of NGVs continues to grow. NGV filling stations operate on the same ‘drive-through’ principle as a traditional station, and globally, there are nearly 7,000 in operation.
The use of natural gas in vehicles presents an exciting opportunity to minimise the impact on the environment through the reduction of emissions. In addition to feeling good about minimising their environmental footprints, NGV drivers benefit from a less expensive, readily available fuel source. Adnoc Distribution is proud to be a driving force in the introduction of natural gas vehicles in the UAE.
Adnoc Distribution offers top quality grades of gasoline, including super gasoline and green unleaded. Customers can choose from a full range to octane levels, and use the one that matches the requirements of their vehicle. Today’s engines require just the right amount of octane additives and Adnoc gasoline can help your vehicle perform at its best, while producing lower emissions. Its fuels also help to remove deposit build-ups, which may have collected from using lower quality gasoline.