Al-Faw refinery – USD 7–8bn project, progress held up by financing
مصفاة الفاو – مشروع بقيمة 7 إلى 8 مليارات دولار يتعثر تقدمه بسبب التمويل
Multi-billion Iraqi refinery still seeking financing – EPC and process licensors should watch for funding close before bidding.
| Type | Pre-qualification / EOI |
|---|---|
| Status | Open – deadline not published |
| Country | Iraq · Basra (Al-Faw) |
| Client / owner | Government of Iraq |
| Value | USD 7-8bn |
| Announced | 02 Oct 2026 |
| Project type | Oil, gas & petrochemical plants |
Trades and packages needed
- MEP & process design engineering (main package)
- Mechanical erection & equipment installation (main package)
- Process piping fabrication & welding (main package)
- Pressure vessels, tanks & heat exchangers (main package)
- Electrical & instrumentation (E&I) installation (main package)
- Structural steel fabrication & erection
- Concrete works (in-situ)
- NDT, inspection & certification
- Pipes, valves & fittings supply
- Camps, temporary facilities & catering
What to do
Early stage – get on the client's or bidders' vendor lists now.