L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore has secured a major engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract from Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) to develop key export infrastructure for its Jurassic Light Oil (JLO) facilities and upgrade the country’s existing crude oil export network. The project marks another significant milestone in L&T’s international hydrocarbon business and reinforces its position as a trusted partner for delivering large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
Awarded on a lump sum turnkey basis, the contract includes the engineering, procurement and construction of six new crude oil storage tanks, each with an operating capacity of 618,000 barrels, along with associated infrastructure. The scope also covers the installation of new pipelines and extensive modernization of Kuwait’s existing crude loading and export facilities to support higher production volumes and strengthen the country’s oil export capabilities. The project is expected to play a key role in enhancing the efficiency, reliability and capacity of Kuwait’s hydrocarbon export infrastructure, supporting the country’s long-term energy development plans.
Commenting on the order, ES Sathyanarayanan, Senior Vice President and Head, L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore, and Member of the Divisional Board, L&T, said, “We are pleased to receive this important project from Kuwait Oil Company. The development of the Jurassic Light Oil export infrastructure represents a strategic investment in Kuwait’s energy sector, and we remain committed to delivering the project with the highest standards of engineering, safety, quality and execution excellence. Our long-standing experience in delivering complex hydrocarbon projects globally positions us well to support KOC’s infrastructure expansion plans.”
The award further strengthens L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore’s presence in the Middle East, where the company has executed several large-scale oil and gas projects over the years. It also reflects continued customer confidence in the company’s engineering capabilities, project management expertise and proven track record in delivering complex EPC assignments on schedule.
L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore is one of the company’s key engineering and construction businesses, providing integrated EPC solutions across the upstream, midstream and downstream hydrocarbon sectors. Its portfolio includes refinery expansions, petrochemical complexes, gas processing facilities, LNG terminals, fertilizer plants and cross-country pipeline projects delivered across multiple international markets.
