The Government of Fujairah has signed an agreement with Etihad Refinery, a subsidiary of Etihad Energy Holding, to purchase the refinery’s gasoline production, supporting the emirate’s efforts to strengthen energy security, expand downstream industries and reinforce its position as a regional and global energy hub.
The agreement with Etihad Refinery is part of Fujairah’s strategy to support strategic energy projects, enhance the sustainability of the energy sector. The deal also strengthens Fujairah’s role as a leading center for petroleum industries and logistics services, in line with the emirate’s long-term economic development objectives.
The agreement establishes a long-term commercial framework for the purchase of gasoline produced by the Etihad Refinery and forms part of ongoing efforts to support the project’s development.
It is expected to strengthen the refinery’s long-term sustainability, enhance the petroleum supply chain and support the UAE’s strategy to expand value-added downstream industries.
The first phase of the Etihad Refinery project is expected to have a design capacity of approximately 15,000 barrels per day. The refinery will primarily process naphtha to produce Euro 5-compliant gasoline, in addition to other refined petroleum products that will serve demand in local and regional markets.
HE Mohammed Al Dhanhani, Director of the Emiri Diwan in Fujairah, said that, “This agreement with Etihad Refinery reflects the Government of Fujairah’s vision to strengthen energy security, reinforce the Emirate’s position as a global energy hub, support sustainable economic development, and enhance partnerships with various sectors to further develop the energy infrastructure.”
The agreement underscores Fujairah’s continued focus on advancing strategic energy investments and supporting the growth of the UAE’s refining and fuel production sector while reinforcing the emirate’s role in regional energy and logistics infrastructure.
