Announcement and Project Overview
Jindal SAW Ltd announced that it will construct a new seamless pipe manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi with an annual capacity of 300,000 tonnes (TPA). The plant is scheduled for completion in 2027 and will be the first Precision Quality Finishing (PQF) rolling‑technology seamless pipe facility in the United Arab Emirates and the second such facility in the MENA region.
Site, Technology and Product Portfolio
The proposed plant will be sited on approximately 400,000 square metres within the ICAD‑II Musaffah industrial zone. It will employ PQF rolling technology to produce a portfolio that includes line pipes, oil country tubular goods (OCTG) and drill pipes, emphasizing product reliability and technical support throughout the service life of the pipes.
Management Commentary
Sminu Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal SAW Ltd, stated that pipe value for energy operators lies in reliable performance, which places responsibility on manufacturers to understand operating conditions, maintain rigorous quality controls and provide appropriate technical support. He highlighted the company’s disciplined execution approach and focus on long‑term commercial relationships built on accountability and engineering expertise.
Existing Regional Operations
Jindal SAW already operates in the region through its UAE subsidiary, Jindal SAW Gulf LLC, which runs a ductile‑iron pipe facility in Abu Dhabi with a capacity of 350,000 tonnes per year, serving water transmission and distribution applications. The group’s energy‑product experience also includes Jindal Hunting Energy Services Ltd, an Indian joint venture with Hunting Energy Services Pte. Ltd., supplying premium connection casing and tubing using Hunting’s proprietary technologies.
ADIPEC 2026 Participation
The company is exhibiting its seamless pipe portfolio at ADIPEC 2026, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference held from 2‑5 November at ADNEC. Jindal SAW’s 52.5‑square‑metre display at Stand 12821, Hall 12, will showcase carbon & alloy and stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes and present the proposed seamless capacity expansion to operators, project developers and prospective partners.
Alignment with UAE Vision and Local Benefits
The Abu Dhabi proposal aligns with the UAE’s ‘Make it in the Emirates’ and ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision programmes. Expected benefits include domestic procurement opportunities, technical skills development, direct and indirect employment generation, and potential collaboration with regional raw‑material suppliers to reduce import dependence and increase the contribution of UAE businesses to the industrial supply chain.
Company Background
Established in 1984, Jindal SAW Ltd is part of the O.P. Jindal Group. The company manufactures submerged arc welded pipes, ductile iron pipes and fittings, carbon and alloy seamless pipes and tubes, stainless steel pipes and tubes, OCTG connections, and iron ore pellets. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States and the Middle East, serving customers across 80 countries and six continents. Its integrated capabilities span mining, pelletisation, pipe production and specialised tubular solutions, with investments in technology, strategic partnerships and resource efficiency underpinning its commitment to quality and responsible manufacturing.
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