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Steel pipe factory opened in Oman

Global Arab Network - - Rabih Serrai

Wednesday, 10 March 2010 17:33

Oman Oil and Gas Minister, Dr. Mohammed bin Hamad al Romhi attended a celebration was held at Sohar Industrial Estate today to mark the opening of Gulf International Pipe Industry ("GIPI") ‘s pipe mill.

The factory, which cost RO. 43.4 million (about $116.6 million), will produce 250,000 tons of steel carbon pipes per annum.

The factory produces 8-24" HFW high-pressure pipes , 1 inch thickness and 18 meters long. The manufacturing process uses that 5th generation, which is the most advanced technology in pipe manufacture.

The Chief guest, the Oil and Gas Minister, unveiled the plaque and cut the ribbon marking the official opening of the plant. The chief guest and the attendees toured the different sections of the factory and were briefed on the manufacturing and production processes.

It is worth mentioning that the project will generate a considerable number of job opportunities and will be an important component in the contribution of the industrial sector to the GDP. It will also support the other complementary projects.

The factory will reduce reliance on imported products and meet the needs of the strategic sectors of oil and gas industry, as well as, enhancing the government's efforts to promote local products. (ONA)

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