Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has completed Phase 1 development of the onshore Hedebah gas-condensate field in Sharjah, UAE, resulting in more than a twofold increase in the company’s current gas production levels.
The development is considered a significant step for Sharjah’s energy sector and is expected to support the UAE’s long-term energy security.
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The Hedebah field, located to the northeast of the Sajaa gas field, was discovered in May 2024.
Since then, SNOC has carried out an accelerated programme of appraisal drilling, well evaluation, the construction and installation of gathering infrastructure, and commissioning of pipeline facilities.
The company achieved production from the field in less than a year after its initial discovery.
SNOC CEO Khamis Al Mazrouei said: “Hedebah is one of the most significant gas developments in Sharjah in recent years and a cornerstone of SNOC’s long-term growth strategy.
“Completing Phase 1 and bringing the field into production demonstrates our ability to move quickly from discovery to delivery while supporting the Emirate’s growing energy requirements.
“As we move into the next phase of development, Hedebah will play an increasingly important role in strengthening energy security and creating long-term value for Sharjah.”
The project encountered and overcame a range of logistical and procurement difficulties, including disruptions to regional shipping and constraints on the supply of materials.
According to SNOC, these challenges were addressed within the timeframe required to deliver Phase 1 as planned.
SNOC has indicated that preparations are already under way for the next phase of Hedebah’s development.
Activities are being brought forward to further increase production capacity by 2027, with the field expected to reach plateau production by 2028.
Recently, SNOC signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Norway’s Equinor to examine possibilities for collaboration within the downstream segment of the energy industry.
The agreement will see both companies evaluate potential joint activities related to the storage, infrastructure, logistics, trading, supply and transport of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas liquids (NGLs), and a range of other oil and gas products.
The two firms will also consider cooperation in selected areas connected to the energy transition and the potential optimisation of petrochemical storage assets in the UAE.
