East-West crude pipeline network expansion to ~10M bpd within 3 years (+3M bpd) – pumping-capacity upgrade, gas-line dual-use conversion; international owners/operators/designers sought
توسعة شبكة خط أنابيب النفط شرق-غرب إلى نحو 10 ملايين برميل يومياً خلال 3 سنوات – رفع قدرة الضخ وتحويل خط غاز للاستخدام المزدوج والبحث عن شركاء دوليين
Pipeline EPC contractors, pump-station suppliers and pipe/valve makers should position early for the Hormuz-bypass expansion of the East-West line, where Riyadh is inviting international partners.
| Type | Pre-qualification / EOI |
|---|---|
| Status | Open – deadline not published |
| Country | Saudi Arabia · Eastern Province – Yanbu (East-West corridor) |
| Client / owner | Ministry of Energy / Saudi Aramco |
| Announced | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Project type | Pipelines & utility networks, Oil, gas & petrochemical plants |
Trades and packages needed
- Pipeline construction (main package)
- Mechanical erection & equipment installation (main package)
- Process piping fabrication & welding (main package)
- Pipes, valves & fittings supply (main package)
- Electrical & instrumentation (E&I) installation
- Cathodic protection
- NDT, inspection & certification
- Heavy lifting, rigging & transport
- Earthworks, excavation & site grading
- MEP & process design engineering
- Project management & construction supervision
What to do
Early stage – get on the client's or bidders' vendor lists now.