Buhasa

We are pleased to welcome you to the Gasco Bu Hasa Division. Our main objective is to maximize NGL recovery from the associated Gas in compliance with Gasco HSE Policy which is:

No Harm to People

Protect the Environment

Improve Asset Integrity

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

In September 1977 the Project was Restarted

In December 1980 first Drop Of NGL was produced

In January 1981 NGL was Recycled to ADCO

In January 1981the NGL was sent to Ruwais

In 1985 High Yield Unit (TURBO-EXPANDER) was added to Train 1 and Lean Gas Recycle
to ADCO -too was commissioned

In April 1987 the Power Interconnection System was commissioned was commissioned.

In October 1992 the High Yield Unit, Turbo Expander, added to Train 2 was commissioned

In October 1996 the Super High Yield Plant for Train 1 was commissioned

In January 1997 New nitrogen (PSA) Unit was installed

In November 2001 New Sewage Plant was installed

In May 2001 Waste Disposal Well was drilled

In March 2002 Buhasa Plant became HALON free.

In 2005 Integrated Control System was commissioned

In 2006 the HUP Project was commissioned

ABOUT GASCO BUHASA NGL PLANT

Bu Hasa was the first GASCO NGL Extraction Plant to be commissioned in 1981. It processes associated gas from the neighboring Bu Hasa oil field in the central desert (50 Kilometers from Habshan – Bab Gas Complex and 175 KM from Abu Dhabi city).

The Bu Hasa Extraction Plant has two trains and carries the distinction of being the first GASCO Plant to come into operation in December 1980. It receives associated Gas from the neighbouring Oil fields and has a feed capacity of 600 MMSCFD. Bu Hasa produces 7200 Tons per Day of NGL on average that is pumped to Ruwais Plant. It also exports 320 MMSCFD of Residue Gas, on average to the Gas network

The extracted NGL is transported to Ruwais along with NGL from the other sites to the GASCO NGL fractionation plant, to produce C2 (Ethane), C3 (Propane), C4 (Butane) and C5+ (Pentane plus).

Currently, the Bu Hasa Upgrading Project (HUP) is in progress to revamp the associated feed gas gathering and handling facilities. Studies are also in progress to restore the plant processing capacity to 600 MMSCFD while maintaining a very high NGL recovery. A 50 km pipeline has been planned to transport the excess High Pressure associated gas expected in the future, to the Habshan – Bab Gas Complex where it would get processed.

Early 2005, the Bu Hasa Integrated Control System project (HICS) was completed, through which the control room was converted from its existing pneumatic control system to modern, more efficient digital technology, without interruption of the production.

The Bu Hasa Extraction Plant has two trains Train 1 , Train 2

HSE (Health, Safety and Environment)

Health, Safety and Environment plays a vital role in our operations (HSEMS).
The Yearly HSE plan is prepared with set targets.
We are very particular about the well being of all the staff working at Bu Hasa Plant Division. We introduced many awareness
Campaigns to educate people in different HSE matters:

The Dangers of H2S gas.

Health Lectures in different subjects.

Importance of Medical Check-Up.

Encourage the participation in Fitness Exercises.

Prevention of Heat Stroke.

No Smoking.

Maintain Hygiene Standard.

Bu Hasa Plant Division reached 12 Million Man-hours Without Lost Time Injury on 31/01/2008.
There are a number of initiatives in Bu Hasa as environmental projects:
Bu Hasa Plant Division reached 12 Million Man-hours Without Lost Time Injury on 31/01/2008.
There are a number of initiatives in Bu Hasa as environmental projects:

Process Water Drainage.

Bu Hasa Ground Water Remediation (won the ADNOC 2006 HSE Award).

Continuously monitoring the amount of Gas being flared to ensure we are within, or even better than, the set targets.

Three submissions from Bu Hasa were selected by GASCO for the ADNOC 2007 HSE Award.

HSE INDUCTION

There are two Emergency Sirens in Bu Hasa:
1. Fire (3 Minutes Intermittent Tone).
2. Gas Leak (3 Minutes Continuous Tone).

Assembly Point

In case of emergency the assembly point will be at the HRC Reception.

Emergency exit of the Conference Room.

EMIRATIZATION

The Training, Development and Integration of UAE National staff is one of the main objectives in Bu Hasa Plant Division.
The number of UAE Nationals is steadily increasing and we have achieved an overall Emiratization level of 35%.
The monthly meeting with UAE National Developees is considered as a valuable training tool for Senior and Junior Developees (27 Nos.).
Real work tasks are carried out throughout the CAMS different assignments & PDP’s.
Management support during reorganization. (dedicated Job Instructors for each Plant).

GASCO 21

The continuous journey of GASCO 21 with its attributes and the several awareness workshops has resulted in a noticeable enhancement in staff knowledge and performance.
The Performance Enhancement Reward Scheme (PERS) has helped, in a healthy competition atmosphere, bringing new innovative ideas, in different fields, that improved the way we run the business. [Allocated budget].
GASCO 21 has ensured the Recreational and Sporting needs of our staff (Gasco & Contractors) which are fulfilled by the Bu hasa Recreation Committee.
It’s everyone's responsibility to continue the full support to this successful initiative that we are all proud off in GASCO.

FUTURE CHALLENGES

Develop and Integrate competent UAE Nationals in order to meet the Co-operate Emiratization targets without jeopardizing the integrity of the facilities and the safety and efficiency of the operations.
To maintain the Integrity of the Plant at the highest possible level
Maintain the right mixture of knowledge experience of working staff.