The Buzurgan Oil Complex has announced the development of a new gas compression unit capable of processing up to 70 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscf). This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to fully utilize the associated gas from Missan’s oil fields.
Hassan Falahi, head of the gas processing division at Buzurgan Oil Complex, highlighted the importance of the gas processing unit, which plays a crucial role in the complex’s operations. He explained that a gas processing facility was established in 2018 with a capacity of 200 MMscf, of which 30 MMscf is used for power generation at Buzurgan and Power Plant stations, and 10 MMscf is used for oil processing and other activities.
Falahi emphasized that Missan Oil Company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Oil, has plans to fully harness the potential of associated gas from the province’s fields. The newly planned compression unit will transport gas to the Halfaya field to supply power stations in Al-Kahla district. The project is currently under development.
Another major initiative discussed by Falahi is the expansion of the Power Plant station, which serves as the internal power generation unit for the complex. If approved, the expansion will increase gas consumption to 47 MMscf, with an additional 35 MMscf needed for planned upgrades to the generation units. These efforts aim to ensure that all associated gas from Missan’s oil fields is fully utilized.
Falahi also noted that the raw associated gas received at the complex is processed into sweet gas, which is then used for power generation and transported via pipelines. The gas is compressed and pressurized before being sent to power stations within the Buzurgan complex. The complex’s internal power generation unit, built in 2016, consumes approximately 17 MMscf of gas.
Regarding workforce development, Falahi mentioned that Iraqi employees in the gas processing division receive in-house training at the complex, with some sent to Egypt for specialized programs in cooperation with Chinese partners. The division is modern and operates with advanced safety systems to minimize risks.
Falahi also outlined the annual maintenance plan, which includes long-term overhauls and quick repairs as necessary. He revealed that the 60-kilometer gas pipeline connecting the Buzurgan complex to the Halfaya field is 80% complete. This pipeline is integral to the gas compression station project, enabling gas transport to Halfaya.
In conclusion, Falahi affirmed the gas processing division’s commitment to supplying power stations with sweet gas, ensuring maximum utilization of associated gas while preventing unnecessary flaring.