- Client: National Iranian Oil Company
- Location: Abadan, Khuzestan Province
- Completion: 2013
Project Overview
The Abadan Oil Refinery, the oldest and one of the largest refineries in Iran, plays a critical role in supplying petroleum products nationwide. With its high-capacity operations, the refinery required advanced industrial electrical infrastructure, automation, and instrumentation systems to manage refining processes, monitor sensitive equipment, and ensure operational safety. Asia Industrial Gateway was entrusted with the supply, installation, and commissioning of electrical and control systems, leveraging its expertise in oil and gas projects.
Scope of Work by Asia Industrial Gateway
🔹 Equipment Supply:
- Low and medium voltage electrical panels with advanced protection and smart control features
- Instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors from trusted brands such as Siemens, ABB, Endress+Hauser, Yokogawa
- Energy monitoring and centralized control systems
🔹 Installation & Commissioning:
- MCC panels and process control systems for distillation, cracking, and auxiliary refinery units
- Deployment of PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems for real-time monitoring of refining processes
- Industrial cabling, transformer installation, and connection to main busbars of the refinery
🔹 Process Automation & Safety:
- Design of operational scenarios to enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption
- Implementation of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) to protect equipment and personnel in emergency conditions
- Integration of control systems with the refinery’s industrial network and central control room
🔹 Maintenance & Technical Support:
- Periodic servicing of electrical and instrumentation equipment
- Training of refinery operators for monitoring and control systems
- Delivery of complete technical documentation including schematics, manuals, and test reports
Project Outcomes
✅ Enhanced reliability and safety across refinery units
✅ Reduced downtime and improved efficiency through smart control and real-time monitoring
✅ Compliance with international standards (IEC, ISO, API) for safety and performance
✅ Full client satisfaction with execution quality, delivery speed, and technical support
Project Link: https://www.nioc.ir/