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SUMMER EDITION 2012
TAKING
TAKING THE LEAD IN
WIND POWER GENERATION
I N S I D E
Descon Integrated Projects Ltd
04
Shaping up the
Manufacturing
future
of boilers
Lahore Manufacturing Works
06
Karachi Manufacturing Works
09
Abu Dhabi Manufacturing Works
10
Hamriyah Manufacturing Works
11
Overseas Business Area
Qatar
12
United Arab Emirates
17
Cover Story
FFCEL Wind Power Project
21
Kuwait
25
The world
Saudi Arabia
26
welcomes
a new treasure
Joint Venture
Presson Descon International Ltd
28
Corporate News
DCH expands
its product range
DCH
30
DOL
31
DPS
32
E&P
34
HRD&A
35
ICT
39
IWT
41
PC&S
42
QA&QC
43
EDITOR’S NOTE
Dear Readers,
Here we are, with yet another issue of Descon News. This issue will brief you on the latest
achievements and developments within Descon.
This year has seen the culmination of Descon's diversification dreams with the award of an EPC
project of FFC Energy Ltd., a step forward towards the development of the Wind Power Industry
of Pakistan. Descon plays an instrumental role in this project by pioneering the manufacturing of
wind tower masts, which demonstrates the confidence and trust by FFC in Descon's capabilities.
The success stories of Descon performing the first heavy lift at Borouge P3A Project, introducing
two new variants in its line of FR products and striking a deal with ESBI Intl., exemplify the
indefatigable commitment of the Descon family.
Hope you enjoy this issue.
Warm Regards,
Rabya Sheikh
ABBREVIATIONS
BPD
DEL
FAT
HRSG
MPSCS
PWHT
Barrels per Day
Descon Engineering
Limited
Factory Acceptance
Test
Heat Recovery System
Generator
Manpower Strength
Control System
Post Weld Heat
Treatment
CDR
EDP
FR
LTI
OHSAS
TPD
Carbon Dioxide
Recovery
Engineering Design
Package
Fortified Rosins
Loss Time Injury
Occupational Health
and Safety Advisory
Services
Tons per Day
CSR
EPC
FRT
LTMSA
PMP
TSF
Corporate Social
Responsibility
Engineering,
Procurement,
Construction
Floating Roof Tanks
Long Term
Maintenance Services
Agreement
Project Management
Plan
Temporary Site
Facilities
EDITORIAL TEAM
Aamer Hadi Khan
Rabya Sheikh
Ch. Muzaffar Ali
Head Business Development
Coordinator Communications - BD
Asst. I/C Communications - BD
Adenan Hussain
Sharaf Javed
Sr. Engineer - Overseas Coordination
Marketing Engineer
Descon Integrated Projects Ltd.
Yousaf Malik
DIPL Management Forum
DIPL conducted a forum where the senior management,
including departmental heads and project managers were
invited to candidly discuss organizational objectives vis-à-vis
the ever-changing business environment.
the following points:
The forum started with the recitation of the Holy Quran,
followed by an open discussion on the rejuvenated vision and
core values of the company. Afterwards, the departmental
heads presented an outlook of their respective departments
in light of upcoming challenges and shared with the participants
various initiatives taken to maximize business opportunities.
Another interesting part of the forum was an interactive
round of group discussions. All the participants were asked
to group into eight teams of equal strength and given a task
to outline key issues along with their solutions. The top eight
common issues were then selected for an open discussion
in order to brainstorm effective solutions to address these
challenges as a team.
c)
At the end of the session, President DIPL, Mr. Khawar Khan
re-capped the day's proceeding with special emphasis on
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a)
Alignment of DIPL's vision with Descon's overall vision
b) Current standing and achievements of DIPL
Current and upcoming challenges amid changing market
trends
d) The way forward and focus areas to address challenges
Descon Opens EPC Office in the UAE
In order to establish our strong foothold in the UAE market
and cater to the long standing demand of our major clients,
Descon has set up a new EPC (Engineering, Procurement,
Construction) office in Abu Dhabi. With the establishment
of this office, Descon will be able to effectively tap new
opportunities in the GCC market to further improve upon
its execution of EPC projects in the region.
This office will now be the perpetrator of recently awarded
Gasco Habshan Acid Gas Flare Recovery Project comprising
of engineering and project management services.
DIPL
Habshan Acid Gas Flare Recovery
Project
Descon has been awarded an EPC contract to build an Acid
Gas Flare Recovery System at Habshan by Abu Dhabi Gas
Industries Company (Gasco). The project is scheduled to be
completed by the middle of 2014.
The project scope entails recovering the flare gases being
burnt in the Acid Gas Flare Systems and compressing them
to a higher pressure in order to re-inject them into the
processing facilities. Hydrocarbon liquids and sour water
separated in the Acid Gas Flare Systems are also being taken
care of as per the scope of the project.
This project is of great significance to Descon since it is the
first EPC project received from Gasco and would act as a
cornerstone for a strong, long and mutually beneficial
relationship between the two companies.
Takreer Gas Oil Transfer Facilities
Project
Erection of the towers, nacelle and rotors are considered to
be the most difficult part of the construction process. The
professional skill set and dedication of the team was the
hallmark of its successful completion.
A total of 33 wind turbine towers are to be erected for this
50 MW FFCEL project, with the final set of towers under
fabrication at Descon’s Karachi Manufacturing Works.
Uch II Power Project (400 MW CCPP)
The Uch II Power Project, which was awarded to the
consortium of Descon and Hyundai Engineering Company,
is now in full swing. Phase I of the HAZOP study was successfully
conducted in Seoul, South Korea in February. The next phase
is planned in later half of the year. The Uch II site access
road’s work has been completed and Descon has established
a camp on site.
Descon won an EPC contract of Abu Dhabi Oil Refining
Company (Takreer) to carry out installation of gas oil pumping
and its transportation facilities from Mussafah terminal to SasAI-Nakhl (SAN) terminal. The project scope includes gas oil
transfer pumping, pigging and slop injection facilities along with
associated piping, electrical, control and civil works. This fastpaced project is to be completed in a schedule of about ten
months.
At this stage, the following major activities are underway:
Piling work for turbine foundations
Excavation for raw water and evaporation ponds
Structural work for cooling tower
Construction of main administration and workshop
buildings
FFC Energy Ltd.
Descon has successfully erected the first batch of wind turbines
for Fauji Fertilizer Company Energy Limited. Each tower is 80
meters high with a rotor radius of 40 meters.
DIPL
Adco - EPC for Replacement of Jetty
Substation
The project awarded to Descon in November 2010 has been
successfully completed without any LTI. This was the first EPC
project of Descon which involved skid mounted substation
equipment.
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Lahore Manufacturing Works
Muhammad Mujahid
READY TO SERVE YOUR
INDUSTRIAL NEEDS!
Boiler News
Bagasse Fired Boiler for RYK Sugar Mills
Being a pioneer of high pressure bagasse-based steam solutions
in Pakistan, Descon has always been a trusted name for
cogeneration in the sugar industry. This patronage was taken
to new levels with the award of the project for the supply
of 1 x 138 TPH, 65 barg, 485°C,
high pressure, bagasse fired
boiler for RYK Sugar
Mills. This is the largest
bagasse-based high
pressure boiler project
in Pakistan and Descon
is the first company to
achieve this landmark.
Our scope encompasses
complete design,
fabr ication, supply,
erection
and
commissioning of the
boiler. The fabrication
has begun and is expected to be
commissioned by September, 2012.
HRSG for Haji Sheikh Noor- ud- Din
& Sons
Other than high capacity and high pressure HRSGs for power
generation and cogeneration, Descon's HRSGs have always
been a reliable source for steam processing solution. LMW
has been granted the project of 1 x 3.0 TPH, 10 barg, triplex
type Heat Recovery
Steam Gener ator
from captive power
plant consisting of 1
CAT and 2 JGS gas
engines. Haji Sheikh
Noor-ud-Din & Sons,
are worldwide famous
for their export quality
tents. Descon's scope
c ove r s c o m p l e t e
turnkey services of the
boiler.
Fire Tube Boilers for Aisha Steel Mills
The mechanical completion and commissioning of 3 x 6 TPH,
7 barg, saturated steam, natural gas fired, fire tube boilers for
Bagasse Fired Boiler for Adam Sugar
Mills
LMW has been awarded the project of 1 x 120 TPH, 27
kg/cm2, 350°C, bagasse fired boiler. This is another major
achievement by the team in the sugar sector.
Descon's scope entails complete turnkey services including
design, fabrication, supply, erection and commissioning.
LMW
Aisha Steel Mills has been done successfully. The progress on
this project is ahead of the agreed schedule.
Water Tube Boilers for Rafhan Maize
The manufacturing of 2 x 30 TPH, 200 psi(g) water tube
boilers for Rafhan Maize Pakistan is in full swing.The hydrotest
of the first boiler has been completed and the second is in
progress. The project is within timelines and civil works at site
have also been initiated.
Drums & Heat Exchangers for Engro
Descon's association with Engro goes a long way back. Last
year, once again LMW was given a number of process
equipment jobs by Engro for its plant at Dharki. This includes
design, fabrication and supply of knock-out drums, anti-surge
coolers, fuel coolers and hair-pin type exchangers for the Engro
Compression Project. For the first time, LMW has undertaken
process and mechanical design of such type of exchangers.
Three Phase Separator for PDIL
LMW has been granted the job of design, fabrication and
supply of three phase production separators with its associated
skid and piping by PDIL for PPL. The vessel is designed at
pressure 1,000 psi(g), temperature 150˚ F and MDMT-20 ˚F.
Process Equipment News
Fluidized Air Cooler for FFC
For the very first time, LMW has been awarded the job of
design, fabrication and supply of a fluidized air cooler operating
at 8 barg and 66 °C with a header plate thickness of 86 mm.
The process design was prepared by DIPL which was later
vetted by Uhde, while the structural analysis was carried out
on Stat Pro by LMW's mechanical engineers. This air cooler
will be installed at FFC's plant site at Mukhtargarh, Sadikabad.
Oil & Gas Development Company Ltd.
LMW is involved in a number of up-gradation, development
and facility enhancement projects with OGDCL. In this regard,
process equipment jobs have been carried out for OGDCL's
sites in Kunner, Dakhni and Uch gas fields including design,
fabrication and supply of several heat exchangers, tube bundles,
NGL fractionators and amine stripper re-boilers. ARL has
also awarded a number of heat exchanger jobs including the
fabrication and supply of a condensate injection vessel.
Communication Towers for Ufone
Phase- 10
A one year contract was signed between Huawei and LMW
for the fabrication of 400 communication towers, antenna
mounts and other accessories which amounts to almost 2,000
tons of steel for the year 2012.
Wellhead and Air Coolers for OMV
After Sales Services
After a span of nearly six years, LMW has achieved a
breakthrough with OMV with the award of wellhead coolers
for Latif North-1 site. LMW was also involved in the fabrication
and supply of the tube bundle for the air-cooled exchanger.
After providing the rental steam solutions to the client, LMW
has been awarded with different retrofitting, spare parts and
services jobs by Pakistan Ordinance Factory, Nestle Pakistan
Limited, Attock Refinery Limited and Packages Pakistan Limited.
LMW
Circulating Fluidized Bed Technology:
Your Key to Sustainable Energy
Dr. Salman Zakaria, CEO, Descon (L) and Mr. Wu Jianxun, President, JBG (R) during the contract signing ceremony
Keeping in view the current energy crisis and scarcity of
conventional fuels, the dependency of industry on alternate
fuels like Coal and Biomass has increased extensively. To
cater to these requirements, Descon Engineering Ltd. and
Jinan Boiler Group Co., Ltd have joined hands to offer
technically and commercially viable solutions to clients in
Pakistan. Both parties have signed a technical collaboration
agreement for the manufacturing of solid fuel fired boilers
using Circulating Fluidized Bed Combustion Technology. The
complete boiler design will be provided by JBG while local
manufacturing, installation and commissioning will be conducted
by Descon in collaboration with Jinan. With this step forward,
Descon stands committed to delivering customer-centered
steam solutions on solid fuels to its clients.
Descon Engineering Limited started boiler manufacturing at
its Lahore Manufacturing Works (LMW) in 1988. Since then,
Descon boilers have maintained an outstanding growth in
both domestic and regional markets achieving excellence in
the fields of engineering, procurement, fabrication and
commissioning to provide the most competitive and reliable
turnkey solutions to our clients.
To date, Descon has provided boilers to nearly all industrial
sectors including fertilizer, oil & gas, chemical/petrochemical,
power, cement, paper, textile, sugar, pharmaceutical and food
sector utilizing various fuels. With more than 150 boilers and
cumulative steam production of more than 5,000 tons per
hour, Descon is committed to increase this number in the
near future. Currently, Descon is capable of supplying direct
fired boilers up to 290 TPH, 136 barg, 540°C and heat
recovery steam generators behind gas turbines up to 270
MW.
Jinan Boiler Group Co., Ltd. (JBG) China, established in 1954,
is the kernel subsidiary company, 100% owned by Dragon
Power Co., Ltd. which is the representative enterprise of the
clean energy industry.
JBG is a globally-known Circulating Fluidized Boiler designer
and supplier on coal and biomass fuels. With advanced
technology and excellent quality service, CFB boiler products
of JBG have gained major recognition not only in China, but
in the international market as well. Majoring in the manufacture
of medium and high pressure power boilers, JBG integrates
the scientific research, manufacture, complete equipment
supply, installation, maintenance, innovation and technology
consultation of boilers.
JBG has sold more than 2,000 sets of 35t/h~650t/h CFB
boiler, which takes up 50% of the total CFB boiler market in
China. CFB boilers have been exported to Mongolia, Pakistan,
Thailand, Indonesia, India, Malaysia etc.
LMW
Karachi Manufacturing Works
Wajahat Arifeen
1. Cutting
2. Rolling
3. CO2 Welding
Indigenous Industrial Solutions
Provider
Wind Towers
KMW’s team is proud to be the pioneer in
manufacturing of wind towers in Pakistan. The
commencement of this production facility at
our Karachi Manufacturing Works, Port Qasim
proves that we are continuously striving to
achieve new horizons.
In the recent past, the production of wind
towers has taken its pace towards the
completion of FFCEL Project, which is expected
to be completed by the mid of the current
year. Currently, the team has completed eleven
sections of the wind towers, which are to be
installed at Jhimpir, Sindh in the 50 MW capacity
wind farm, powered by wind turbines of
Nordex, Germany. The project will consist of
25 towers, each of a height of 80 meters, an
individual weight (fully laden) of 147 tons and
segmented into four sections per tower. Entire
fabrication starting from plate cutting, rolling,
welding, blasting, painting and installation of
the internals is being done at KMW.
KMW
LTI Free One Million
Man- Hours
4. Smaw Welding
Karachi Manufacturing Works is proud to
achieve LTI free one million safe man-hours.
Achievement of this milestone is a result of
the combined efforts of HSE and KMW's
employees and we congratulate the entire
team on achieving this milestone.
5. Fit-up
Supply and Fabrication of
Tube Bundle
Karachi Manufacturing Works encompasses
the supply and fabrication of heat exchangers
as well as tube bundles. Serving companies like
Asia Petroleum, Engro Polymer & Chemicals
Limited and National Refinery Limited, KMW
is working to add new clients for this product
in the near future.
6. Inspection
7. Painting
Steel Structure and Silos
KMW has supplied stainless steel silos and
carbon steel structure to Astro Pack Limited
and Tri-Pack Limited for their packaging plants.
It has worked with the designer Bruckner from
Germany to deliver precision, quality and
superior product specifications while maintaining
close tolerance levels required for the load
sensors installation on the packaging machine
unit.
8. Internals
9. Storage
Abu Dhabi Manufacturing Works
Renowned for its tenacious capability for meeting difficult
deadlines and delivery on demanding projects, Abu Dhabi
Manufacturing Works is creating history in the field of piping
pre-fabrication. Against a planned target of 485,627 ID (diainch) for the year 2011, AMW has successfully completed
507,026 ID. Having achieved this, another 704,387 ID of piping
pre-fabrication has been planned for the year 2012, touching
the unprecedented ID of 80,000 in one of the months of
2012.
Sher Aslam Khan
Current and Upcoming Projects
Fabrication of aboveground and underground piping for
Ruwais Refinery Expansion Project
The project awarded by Daewoo with a scope of 216,260
ID piping (CS and SS) and 460 tons of piping supports.
To manage the enormous volume of production, the dedicated
efforts of a team comprising of mechanical and electrical
engineers and super visors, have led to the in-house
development of 12 semi-automatic welding machines. The
introduction of these machines has helped in achieving huge
production targets while maintaining a high level of quality
and a reduction in repair rate and cost of consumables.
Fabrication of CS and SS piping for Borouge P3A Project
Project Highlights
Completion of 07 ethylene cracking furnaces with a total
of 49 convection modules for Borouge 3 together with
29,000 ID of external piping; awarded by SFPC-Linde.
TSJ is Tecnimont Samsung joint venture with a total scope
of CS/LTCS 235,324 ID and SS 175,096 ID and an overall
expected associated piping support job of 700 tons.
Fabrication of CS and SS piping for Gasco SGD
Completion of piping pre-fabrication project awarded
by CB&I with a total scope of 118,570.This was completed
3 months ahead of the scheduled completion date.
Piping pre-fabrication for Shah Gas Development Project,
awarded by Eni Saipem with a scope of 196,000 ID and
an expected associated piping support job of 450 tons.
Fabrication of radiant panels for two furnaces for Borouge
3, a project with a total scope of 800 tons, awarded by
Sesab International against a 3 months’ completion
deadline for radiant panels; the target was met with
on-time delivery.
Completion of piping pre-fabrication for IGD Habshan
Project with a scope of 200,000 ID with associated piping
support job of 480 tons.
AMW
Hamriyah Manufacturing Works
Mian Omer Farooq
Shah Gas Development Project
HMW is presently manufacturing structure weighing about
15,000 tons for the Shah Gas Field Development Project.
The structure, medium to light in weight, was awarded by
Saipem for Al Hosn Gas Shah Project. This job, one of the
many with Saipem, once again reiterates the confidence
and relationship between Saipem and Descon.
First Step in Iraq
TUV- NORD Recommends HMW for
OHSAS 18001 Certification
HMW has successfully got the ‘BS OHSAS 18001:2007 stage
2 certification’, completed by TUV-NORD in January 2012.
Based on the same,TUV-NORD has issued a recommendation
letter for cer tification to the concerned authorities.
OHSAS 18001 certification is one of the most acknowledged
proof of a company's compliance to occupational health and
safety requirements in the international market today. Hence,
the subject recommendation fur ther vindicates HMW's
commitment towards occupational health and safety. The
combined efforts of HSE, QA&QC and other departments
saw the completion of the audit requirements in just four
weeks' time.
HMW was awarded the job for design, fabrication and supply
of the cold vent stack by Fluor for the West Qurna 1 Project
in Iraq.This job has helped us enter in the Iraqi market. HMW
got project specific approval from Exxon Mobil, operator of
the West Qurna 1 field through Fluor. This achievement will
open new opportunities for business acquisition in this market.
20 Chemical Injection Sk ids for Sek oKOC Bulk handling Project
The delivery of 20 chemical injection skids for Seko is expected
by the end of April, 2012. Fabrication of the equipment is
95% completed and the Final Acceptance Test of the chemical
injection skids will be carried out by April 2012.
Manpower Supply for Alstom Middle
East
Alstom Middle East awarded a contract of skilled manpower
supply for refurbishment job on gas turbines 25 and 27 in
Ruwais Refinery, Takreer. The required skilled craft has been
mobilized to the site from Pakistan and the job has already
started at site.
Pressure Vessels for Habshan Sulphur
Granulation Plant
Hyundai's Pressure Vessels for Borouge
at Final Fabrication Stage
The fabrication of forty pressure vessels for HDEC for Borouge
3, U&O Project is in the final stage and eleven heavy vessels,
weighing 532 tons have been delivered to the client on barge.
The balance vessels will be delivered in June 2012.
Dodsal has recently placed an order for the supply of seventeen
pressure vessels to the Habshan Sulphur Granulation Plant
Project. Our scope of work includes mechanical design,
fabrication, surface preparation, inspection and delivery of the
vessels to the project site.
The vessels carry liquid sulphur and the steam coils will ensure
that the sulphur maintains its molten state. The thermal design
of the steam coils also covers HMW's scope of work.
HMW
Qatar Highlights
Inauguration of Pearl GTL Project
Pearl GTL is a fully integrated upstream/downstream, worldscale project located in Ras Laffan Industrial City, 80 km north
of Doha. It captures the full value chain from offshore
development through onshore gas processing to refining of
the finished products and distribution of these products across
the world in one project. When fully operational, Pearl GTL
will have the capacity to produce 140,000 barrels a day of
high quality GTL products (gasoil, naphtha, kerosene, normalparaffin and lubricant base oils), to meet the increasing global
demand for high quality hydrocarbon. It will also produce
120,000 barrels a day of Natural Gas Liquids (liquefied
petroleum gas and condensate) and ethane. At its peak,
52,000 construction workers from 60 countries worked on
the construction of Pearl GTL, a project which took 500
million-hours to design and build. The project broke many
industry records in terms of safety, achieving 77 million
man-hours without a lost time injury in 2010.
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC participated in the construction
of the world's largest gas-to-liquid project and the largest
energy project in the state of Qatar with 2,800 highly skilled
workforce at its peak deployment and completed 18.7 million
LTI free man-hours from a total of 19.7 million man-hours.
His Highness, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, The Emir
of Qatar, officially inaugurated the Pearl Gas-to-Liquids (GTL)
Project, the largest GTL plant in the world. Visiting dignitaries
including HRH Prince Andrew, The Duke of York, toured
the facility and were briefed on state-of-the-art technologies
used to convert natural gas resources from Qatar's North
M.Yaqub
Field into high quality liquid fuels and products that will be
sold at a premium all over the world.
Dr. Salman Zakaria (CEO), Mr. Mansoor Rashid (GM), Mr.
Muhammad Iqbal Jadoon (Operations Manager) and Mr.
Hamid Raza (SM) attended the inaugural ceremony.
Barzan Onshore Project
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC has been awarded a major
portion of the Barzan Onshore Project (Phase 1) by JGC
who is working as the EPC contractor. The scope encompasses
the common process (South) and utilities area covering
general contracting works.
On January 06, 2011, Qatar Petroleum and Exxon Mobil
signed agreements confirming the Barzan Gas Project, which
will play a significant role in meeting Qatar's rising domestic
gas demand. RasGas is managing the construction of the new
plant and will operate it once it is complete. The project is
a powerful step forward in Qatar's overall industrial and
human development, in line with the Qatar National Vision
2030. It is located in the Ras Laffan Industrial City, 80 km
north of Doha and is one of the most technically innovative
projects ever undertaken in Qatar. It will use proprietary
technology to recover Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) and remove
nitrogen from the sales gas stream. It will produce methane,
ethane, propane, butane and condensate.
When Barzan Gas Trains 1 and 2 are in operation, the total
offshore production from all RasGas operated facilities will
reach around 11 billion standard cubic feet per day (equivalent
QBA
of almost 2 million barrels of oil),
making RasGas the largest gas
producer in Qatar.
Construction activities have
commenced and the project is
scheduled for completion in
December 2013.
Descon has been chosen as "The Best
Contractor" for the month of May on
Barzan Project.This has only happened
because of the joint and consistent
efforts of the team deployed at the
project.
20th World Petroleum Congress and
Exhibition
Held every three years, the World Petroleum Congress and
Exhibition is the largest and most reputable oil and gas industry
gathering in the world. This year, the 20th World Petroleum
Congress was hosted by Qatar Petroleum and took place at
the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) in Doha
from December 04-08, 2011. This was the first time since its
establishment in 1933 that the World Petroleum Congress
was hosted in the Middle East. The 2008 and 2005 exhibitions
were held in Spain and Africa respectively.
Various high level company executives, CEOs and managers
attended the Congress and also participated in the conference.
It was also attended by a global oil and gas audience and
outside stakeholders such as governments, other industry
sectors, NGOs and international institutions.
Descon Engineering showcased its products and services at
this international gathering. A professional marketing strategy
was employed which utilized eye-catching and high impact
posters, banners, brochures, leaflets and newsletters.
A healthy response was received from the participating
organizations and visitors. Of the plethora of contracting
companies engaged in the region, Descon Engineering was
among the very few contractors that participated in this
exhibition to and be listed in the exhibitor's and delegate's
list of the 20th WPC list for years to come. The 21st WPC
will be held in Moscow in 2014.
Qatar Chemical Company Major Turnaround 2012
The selection as a 'Silver Category Contractor' for Overall
HSE Performance in Qatar by Qatar Petroleum, played a
deciding role for Qatar Chemical Company in choosing
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC as the main contractor for
its Major Turnaround 2012.
This was the second consecutive turnaround resulting in the
manpower movement from Dolphin Energy to Qatar Chemical
Company and finally to the Qatargas Turnaround, April 2012.
Descon successfully completed the Qatar Chemical Company
(QChem) turnaround and was applauded for its technical
soundness and grasp of performing a major turnaround. Over
750,000 man-hours were executed on the job that had a
shutdown period of 28 days and peak manpower of 2,250.
Working in the Mesaieed Industrial City is a major breakthrough
for Descon in extending its presence in Qatar. And this
endeavor would not be successful without the immense
support of QChem management.
The triennial World Petroleum Exhibition, held alongside the
congress featured exhibits from the national committees of
the World Petroleum Council, which included the most
prestigious national oil and gas companies and agencies of
the world. It also showcased the key international oil and gas
companies alongside key suppliers, service companies and
manufacturers. This was the most significant global exhibition
dedicated to the oil and gas industry.
Known as the “Olympian Event of the Oil and Gas Industry”,
the Congress was attended by 4,000 delegates, 600 media
personnel and 550 presenters. The event covered all aspects
of the industry, from technological advances in upstream and
downstream operations, to the role of natural gas, renewable
and alternative energy, industry management and its social,
economic and environmental impact.
QBA
Mr. Carl, HSE Manager and Mr. Nabeel Al-Saadi, Operations Manager
of Qatar Chemical Company awarding safety appreciation gift to
Mr. Ghulam Meeran, Sr. Piping Supervisor, Descon
Appreciation Letter Given by Shell
Dolphin Energy - Major Turnaround 2012
An award ceremony was conducted to mark the successful
completion of the Dolphin Energy Turnaround 2012, which
is to date the biggest turnaround executed by Descon in
Qatar. This was part of the three years long-term turnaround
contract (2011-2013) with Dolphin Energy.
The scope of this turnaround was 30% greater than all previous
turnarounds. It consisted of three phases (pre-shutdown,
shutdown and post-shutdown), altogether contributing to
over 1.1 million man-hours, touching a peak manpower
deployment of 2,500 persons.
The top management of Dolphin Energy appreciated the
achievement of the 'One Day Earlier Completion' of the
turnaround and assured future business with Descon.
Mr. Hassan Al Emadi, VP Qatar Operations, Dolphin Energy awarding
Appreciation Certificate to Mr. Gulshan Ali, Turnaround Manager
QBA
Safety Excellence Award
Umer Khan
From L to R: Mr. Saad Al-Kubaisi (Manager, Corporate HSE, QP), Mr. Rana Hussain (Incharge HSE Qatar, Descon), Mr. Ahmed Abbas
(Manager Corporate HSE, Descon) pictured along with HE Dr. Mohamed Bin Saleh Al-Sada (Minister of Energy & Industry, Chairman and
MD of QP) and other delegates of the winning companies.
Qatar Oil & Gas Industry Safety
Excellence Award
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC has been awarded the 'Silver
Award' for Outstanding Safety Performance in the 'Contractors
Category' during the Qatar Petroleum - Qatar Oil & Gas
Industry Safety Excellence Awards ceremony held at the Ritz
Carlton, Doha, Qatar. The award was presented by HE Dr.
Mohamed Bin Saleh Al-Sada (Minister of Energy & Industry,
Chairman and Managing Director, QP). Mr. Ahmed Abbas,
Manager Corporate HSE, received the award.
“We cannot be satisfied with the way we manage the HSE
risks associated with our industry. We not only need to
continually improve how we manage these risks, but we also
need to bring innovation and creativity.” HE Dr. Al-Sada
stressed in his keynote address.
The Safety Excellence Awards, which has been instituted by
the Corporate Health, Safety, Environment and Quality
Department of Qatar Petroleum, aims to recognize outstanding
safety programs and initiatives being implemented in the oil
and gas industry and to promote safety measures in oil and
gas companies.
LLC (Silver Award) for its construction of the onshore Pearl
GTL Project and Qatar Kentz (Bronze Award) for its EPC
projects and services.
The oil and gas business is replete with HSE risks and paying
close attention to the management of HSE issues makes good
business sense. The effective management of HSE risks
prevents incidents and, hence, losses that can cripple an
industry and put the entire economy of a country at risk.
Safety of human as well as physical assets of clients and all
other stakeholders has always remained top priority for us.
This award not only encourages us to stick to HSE risk
assessment, risk management systems and a strategy of
continuous improvement, but it also boosts our overall
organizational morale and dedication. It ensures we play a
vital role within the industry to encourage safe practices, bring
innovation in safety measures and remain committed in
delivering safe projects.
Under this Health and Safety program, all oil and gas companies
operating in Qatar had been invited to submit their ongoing
safety programs and initiatives for consideration.
The winners of the Safety Excellence Awards 2010 under
the QP Joint Ventures category are Qatar Shell GTL Limited
(Gold Award) for its Pearl GTL Project, QChem (Silver
Award) for its QSAFE Process Revamp and RasGas (Bronze
Award) for its Interactive Safety Training Program.
For the QP Contractors Category, the winners are
Schlumberger Overseas (Gold Award) for its QTG
Commentary Task Assessment, Descon Engineering Qatar
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Mr. Ahmed Abbas receiving the award from HE
Dr. Mohamed Bin Saleh Al-Sada.
Mansoor Rashid: New General Manager, Qatar
Mansoor Rashid, a mechanical engineer by
profession, joined Descon in 1980 and worked
for 26 years on various important positions
including Construction Manager, Project Manager,
Manager Works, Head Manufacturing and GM
ODICO. After working for about 5 years at Byco,
MR is back with us as the new GM, Descon
Engineering, Qatar LLC.
He speaks about Descon's recent activities,
company's move to infrastructure projects and
challenges being faced by contractors in Qatar.
What were the key highlights for
Descon in 2011?
How does Descon see its role in the
project maintenance market?
MR 2011 was quite challenging for us, in which we secured
two major projects. One of the notable achievements in 2011
was the completion of over 18 million LTI free man-hours.
From a safety perspective, this was a major breakthrough.
We also successfully completed the Pearl GTL Project and
completed about 18.7m LTI free man-hours. This has led to
the completion of 52 million LTI free man-hours spanned
over the last 3 years. We were also awarded the Silver Award
in Contractor's Category for HSE Performance by Qatar
Petroleum.
MR The maintenance schedule can be unpredictable because
many projects are new. Generally, mega projects only run
for about a year before they need a shutdown. In the case
of Pearl GTL, it would comparatively need a turnaround of
longer duration. Descon plans to participate in it as we already
have long term turnaround contracts with QatarGas and
Dolphin Energy and have been recently awarded the QChem
turnaround. We want to tap the potential available in this
maintenance market and we are working on it diligently.
What major projects do you have under
way in Qatar?
How is Descon reacting to the shift in
the Qatari market towards
infrastructure projects?
MR We have been mostly focusing on plant services/
maintenance and electromechanical construction. In the near
future, there are not so many projects in electromechanical
construction coming up. There are a few: Qatar Refineries
Expansion Project and the Dolphin Project will be adding a
couple of compressors. Now, we are focusing more on the
infrastructure side. On the other hand, we are still focusing
on the traditional plant services business. We are quite
confident that in the next year, we will secure major shutdowns
and get a further edge.
MR Clearly, investment is starting to shift in Qatar away
from the oil and gas industry. This is a natural consequence
of its 2030 National Vision, the FIFA 2022 World Cup and
Qatar's goal of achieving a diversified and sustained economy.
The country is now focussed on developing its infrastructure.
As these plans unfold, Descon would like to add value to
these projects and explore opportunities where we can merge
our existing capabilities with an international contractor and
deliver value to Qatar.
What are the key challenges the
construction sector will face over the
coming years?
How does the Qatari business market
compare with other countries Descon
has worked in?
MR For the construction companies, the major challenge
is that competition is increasing and it is not very easy to
cope with it. Although the global recession has reduced the
cost of human resources to some extent, the increasing
competition remains there with companies coming from all
across the world. Also, there is a serious problem with logistics
and commuting from one area to another.
MR Qatar is a very small state by size, but it is a country
with regional and global aspirations. That is why it is exciting
to do business here. Qatar is different because it thinks
differently. For example, the emphasis on women's education
is very different than the approach of its neighbours. There
is a feeling of uniqueness about Qatar as it wants to look
different from the other GCC countries.
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United Arab Emirates Highlights
IGD Habshan- 5 Project
M.Yousaf
Even the land of hydro carbons is not free from the energy
related troubles of modern times. The Integrated Gas
Development Habshan-5 Project was conceived in the same
backdrop. The construction work started in early 2010 and
is fast approaching completion to provide on time gas to
Abu Dhabi.
The project is designated to treat core units including gas
processing unit of approximately 2,000 million standard cubic
feet per day (mmscfd) capacity, sulphur recovery unit of
approximately 5,000 tons per day and NGL recovery unit of
approximately 1,200 million standard cubic feet per day.
Situated at 130 km south west of the city of Abu Dhabi, the
project is in full swing with our 25,000 workers.
The installation of about 3 x 130 meters high flares i.e. LT,
HC and AG by Descon in the months of January and February
2012 has changed the sky line of the project and can be seen
from as far as the E-11 highway entry to Habshan Oil and
Gas Field at Tarif. To recall some memories, Habshan field
is the same area where Descon did its first work around thirty
years back at Thamama C.
gears and MCC panels have been installed successfully.
Currently, loop testing of fire & gas and HVAC precommissioning is on going after having completed the
construction work of the three buildings.
In general, construction, major
civil works, steel structure
erection, stationary and rotary
equipment has been installed
including pumps and
compressors, underground piping
circuits, underground cabling,
street lighting, area lighting and
above ground piping. The asphalt
roads in Descon area are set to
start in April 2012.
The project now typically buzzes with the rush of test packages
and instrument loop packages; and overall construction activities
are fast converging towards completion in November 2012.
Descon’s part of the project encompasses construction of
civil, mechanical, electrical and installation work for feed gas
compression & flare area and EPC works of sour water tanks
and buildings, i.e. a substation (SS), Instrument & Equipment
Shelter and Operation and Maintenance Shelter. The switch
UAE
HSE being the cornerstone of our operations remains the
top priority at the project. Gasco and JT-JV (JGC -Tecnimont
Joint Venture) have given a number of awards to Descon.
The most recent one is the 'Safety Milestone Award' presented
on the achievement of ten million safe man-hours without
Lost Time Injury. Descon project at IGD remains an LTI free
project since its inception. Three thousand workers from
Descon have completed IIF (Incident & Injury Free) training.
The equipment erection work has commenced at the project
with the erection of furnace heater in the month of December
2011. Saipem delivered the first shipment of vessels in the
month of January 2012 which have been erected successfully
on their foundation.
Award of PMT Camp
Descon has been awarded an extra works package of building
a residential camp to accommodate company's 500 personnel.
The scope entails procurement and construction activities to
be completed within a challenging deadline of five months.
Shah Gas Development Project
Anees Sheikh
The achievement of one million safe man-hours at Shah Gas
Development Project without LTI speaks of Descon's
commitment to excel in harmony with Safety, Quality and on
time delivery. Descon has been presented a Souvenir Shield
by the client Saipem on achieving this milestone.
The PMT camp is intended to house the project management
team and workforce providing a safe and comfor table
environment. It will also accommodate Adco's staff that must
be moved to the Shah Field due to their proximity to the
drilling of Shah Gas Development Program’s sour gas wells.
The camp will be located approximately 10 km east of the
SGD plant.
The camp will remain even after the project completion to
accommodate staff deployed on turnarounds or other
operations. Descon has completed Phase-I and Phase-II works
of the camp and has also achieved an important milestone
of the Civil Defense Approval Certificate.
Adco Jebbel Dhanna Project
Salim Shahid
Souvenir presented by the client, Saipem
Descon erecting the first vessel of SGD Project
Adco Jebel Dhanna (JD) is 250km away from Abu Dhabi City
and is the critical crude oil storage terminal of the UAE. It is
one of the main export terminals and upstream feed facility
to Takreer Refinery. Adco JD terminal has a storage capacity
of 8.35 million barrels and comprises of sixteen single and
double deck floating roof tanks. The objective of the
project is refurbishment of storage tanks in accordance with
the operational pre-schedule for major overhaul of C.O.S
tanks at Jebel Dhanna as per the client's requirements.
Descon carried out refurbishment of six tanks from 50~80mD.
The current contract of four small and medium diameter
tanks was awarded in October 2010. The first phase of two
tanks was completed in November 2011, whereas the second
phase of two medium 80mD tanks started in February 2012
and will be completed by March 2013. The scope of work
includes de-sludging, mechanical, civil and electrical works with
pre-commissioning and commissioning of tanks c/w dossier
documentations.
The state-of-the-ar t de-sludging by decanter centrifuge
techniques will help recover 90% of crude oil which is a huge
saving for the company and the UAE economy.
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Achieved Milestones
5 million safe man-hours at AMW
9 million safe man-hours at IGD, Habshan-5
1 million safe man-hours at SGD
1 million safe man-hours at Daewoo, RRE
HSE Activities
Jamshed Ahmed Satti
Safety Culture Building Seminar
housekeeping in order to keep the site tidy and safe. The
campaign was a big success and the entire workshop's
employees from managers to helpers actively participated in
the campaign. Housekeeping campaigns would now be a
regular feature of AMW.
Considering the fact that the management can greatly influence
its workforce to promote a safety culture within the
organization, Descon Engineering AUH-HSE organized
brainstorming seminars involving execution Managers and
Engineers. Open discussions, group activities and exercises
were the highlight of the seminars.
Medical Evacuation Drill at IGD Project
A medical evacuation drill was arranged and carried out at
the IGD work site to spread awareness on how to rescue
an injured person from an elevated work area. Site paramedics,
first aiders and HSE staff participated in the drill.
Environmental Drill
An environmental drill was conducted by Daewoo RRE
Project. The purpose of the drill was to identify the reasons
of the hydraulic oil leakage while it was being shifted from
store to workshop. Spill prevention and site cleanup
was practically demonstrated during the drill.
Housekeeping Campaign
A housekeeping campaign was conducted by AMW-HSE.The
purpose of the campaign was to highlight the importance of
UAE
Borouge P3A Project
Established in 1998, Borouge is a joint venture between the
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Austria
based Borealis. Having tripled its annual production capacity
to 2 million tons in 2010, Borouge will produce an additional
2.5 million tons annually by mid 2014, creating the world's
largest Integrated Polyolefins Plant. Previously, Borouge was
involved in manufacturing Borstar-based Polyolefin. With this
innovative approach in plastic solutions, they provide material
solutions for pipe systems, communication and power cables,
automotive as well as advanced packaging markets.
In June 2010, a major EPC LTSK contract was awarded to a
Joint Venture between Tecnimont (Maire Tecnimont Group)
and Samsung Engineering to carry out construction work on
the Borouge 3 Expansion Project in Ruwais Industrial area,
Abu Dhabi.
In April 2011, Descon was awarded mechanical works on the
P3A Project based on Descon's impressive track record that
existed between Descon and Borouge. Descon commenced
steel structure erection works with a prime focus on the
interconnecting pipe and process pipe racks. As the name
suggests, these massive pipe racks will carry various fluids
during the numerous processes of polymerization, purification,
product handling and storage units. Erection of the main
interconnecting pipe rack is complete and has been handed
over for piping erection. Structure works are now progressing
towards the steel structure buildings with a major highlight
of two 173 m high purge bin steel structure buildings of 1,500
tons each in the polymerization areas.
Piping, fabrication, erection works are on full speed on the
interconnecting and main process pipe racks & associated
scaffolding and are progressing on schedule. Pre-fabricated
Syed Qaiser Naqvi
spools and supports are continuously being transported to
and from the workshop and are offloaded in Descon's lay
down area. A dedicated tower crane has been erected to
address the 197,000 sq. meters of painting and 153,000 sq.
meters of surface preparation. A separate fabrication workshop
for fabrication works of 106,000 dia-inches has also been
erected.
The heart of the polyolefin polymerization process comprises
of the gas phase reactor and the loop reactors. The deliveries
of these heavy lifts equipment have already commenced.
The first heavy lift of the GPR weighing 455T was successfully
completed within four hours utilizing Demag, the 1,250
tons crane along with the 450 tons tailing crane. Apart from
the heavy lifts, Descon's equipment erection scope includes
1,200 static equipment, 108 rotary equipment packages, 32
silos and 42 transformers.
The project comprises of around 4.3 million man-hours and
Descon has successfully completed half a million man-hours
without any LTI.
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FFCEL Wind Power Project
Ammad Hassan (Corporate E&P)
Descon starts the First Wind Power Project in Pakistan
“Descon is proud to have initiated Pakistan's first commercial IPP Wind Power Project in Jhimpir,
Sindh.This 50 MW project for FFC Energy Ltd. called on Descon's expert leadership in Engineering,
Procurement and Construction to make this eco-friendly initiative a success. To promote
indigenization in the wind farm field, Descon has established the first wind tower manufacturing
facility in Pakistan. With over 3 decades of experience as industry leaders in providing innovative
solutions, Descon welcomes green energy in Pakistan.”
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Winds of Change
… for a Green Future
Descon makes the nation proud by commencing the first
Independent Wind Power Project in Jhimpir, Sindh. This is the
beginning of a green power revolution in Pakistan. The 50 MW
project namely FFC Energy Ltd is an endeavor of Fauji Fertilizer
Company Limited. Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited being one
of the most progressive industrial groups has once again taken
a lead in venturing and pioneering as a developer in the Green
Energy Field. The proposed wind farm site is located in the
south-eastern part of Pakistan between Hyderabad and Karachi,
approximately 100 km inland from the coast in a semi-desert
area. The nearest settlements are Jhimpir (2.5 km southeast)
and Nooriabad (22 km northwest). This unique green power
project promises to be environment friendly, with zero-carbon
emissions, powering the nation towards a greener tomorrow.
Pakistan is a country with tremendous potential in the energy
resources. It is not only blessed with the natural energy resources
like Hydro Power and Natural Gas, but also with thousands of
Mega Watt potential for Wind Power Projects. It has a
coastline of 1,050 km out of which only the potential of 250
km Sindh coastline has been evaluated. Wind energy and power
transmission technologies are rapidly evolving to accommodate
the impressive growth of wind power. The wind corridor in
which the FFCEL Project is being established carries a massive
potential of energy production owing to conditions feasible for
power generation.
Descon with its 3 decades' experience is the only Pakistani
company who has the specialized resources to undertake such
a unique project. Wind energy projects are a blend of modern
technology and robust engineering. The award of this project
has strategically placed Descon as a leader in the development
I feel honored to be a part of the
team executing the first ever
Wind Power Project in Pakistan
which will contribute to a sizeable
quantum of electricity to the
national grid. We fully recognize
that the success of the project
is not only a matter of strategic
importance for the company, but
it shall also boost up the
confidence of many other investors. We are the beginners
in Pakistan and by Allah Almighty's Grace, hard work, dedication
of all stakeholders and the project team, we are all set to
be the leading conglomerate dealing in the future Wind
Energy business.
Faisal Iftikhar
Project Manager, Wind Energy Projects
of Green Energy in Pakistan. Descon, as an EPC is providing
services from project management to engineering and
construction, working with the same stringent standards which
are the hallmarks of its workmanship.
Descon teamed up with Nordex Singapore Equipment Pvt. Ltd
(subsidiary of Nordex Aktiengesellshaft) for the Engineering,
Procurement and Construction of this 50 MW Wind Power
Project. The contract for this project was signed with the owner,
M/s FFC Energy Limited on February 27, 2010. Our scope of
work included civil works, fabrication of 33 towers, EPC of
20/132kV substation and installation of towers and nacelles.
Moving the turbines from the port to the site was a challenge.
Therefore a comprehensive transportation plan was devised to
move the complete set at the installation site consisting of three
rotor blades and one nacelle on multi-axle hydraulic trailers,
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hub on low bed trailer and containers on flat bed trailers. A
safety plan was also devised to transport the 40 m long blade.
The equipment and rigging gears were certified by the third
party. A comprehensive, delivery inspection was carried out by
QA&QC to scrutinize damages and irregularities during onshore
and offshore handling. The consignment of parts was placed
according to the stacking plan at Port Qasim, so that the
components could be delivered as per the SEP (Site Erection
Plan).
The purchase of Liebherr LR-1750 crawler crane was a strategic
move. Liebherr is the world's leading brand when it comes to
cranes. Descon acquired this crane in SL Configuration perfectly
equipped for the erection of wind turbines. LR-1750 is equipped
with state-of-the-art electronic control systems, monitoring
screens, wind speed indicators and radio transceivers for
communication.
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BA Management and site team
was enthusiastic while entering
into a new business horizon of
Alternate Energy. Good home
work, well-coordinated efforts,
valuable support from all BSDs
and courageous and proactive
approach of the team paved the
way for timely and successful
completion of the project.
However, we believe that 'Success is a journey, not a
destination'; therefore, all best practices and lessons learnt
will be exercised on all upcoming projects to improve our
norms and profitability.
Shakeel Ghani
Manager Projects, DC&S
The crane with a boom length of 105m was rigged in wind
power configuration bearing a load capacity of 95 tons. Experts
from both Liebherr and DEL carried out the first heavy lift
under their supervision. It was the major capital acquisition
by Descon with regards to this project (FFC Wind Turbine).
On January 21, 2012 Descon performed the first lift of 1.5
MW wind turbine. This 1.5 MW Wind Turbine is supplied
by Nordex Germany and all the other equipment including
the tubular towers is manufactured by Descon. This localization
in manufacturing of Wind Towers has also made Descon the
first to embark in the field of Wind Energy equipment
manufacturing in Pakistan.
This project is the first of its kind in Pakistan and shall greatly
contribute to the development of wind industry in the country
where a substantial growth is expected in the coming future.
Keeping in view the huge opportunity available in this sector
we are determined to maintain a strong presence and lend
our engineering expertise to upcoming investors. This continued
commitment has resulted in the signing of EPC contracts with
other major investors like Fauji Foundation, Yunus Energy,
Gul Ahmed Energy and Metro Wind Power.
Equipment, Plant & Heavy Lift
Services Dept. took a lead role
in Wind Power Project by
initiating a look ahead program
on the logistics, transportation,
safety, erection and execution
of heavy lifts. A training
workshop was arranged in April,
2011 for different stakeholders.
Our team took the responsibility
of off-loading the consignment and transporting it to the
site through a Total Logistics & Transportation Solution. This
venture was partnered with Mr. Stephen Dickel, representing
Liebherr, Germany. I, being the lead feel honoured to execute
the first lift of Wind Turbine.
Mushtaq Ahmed
I/C Heavy Lift Services, DC&S
Keeping in view the production
of wind towers at KMW, a
comprehensive plan was
developed. This included
complete revamping of the site
both in terms of infrastructure
and equipment. Dual
production line with column
and boom welding machines
in addition to CNC plate cutting
and rolling machines were introduced along with separate
grit blasting and painting sheds. We feel proud to be a
part of this new endeavor for the company as well as the
country towards a Green future.
Javaid Khan
Resident Manager, KMW
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Kuwait Highlights
KCC 5500 TPD Line - II Expansion
Project
The year 2011 ended with the remarkable achievement of
1.15 million safe man-hours through the combined efforts of
all project team members. Safety training at induction, site
safety training, daily toolbox talks, management safety audits
and HSE observation reports including, but not limited, to
personal protective equipment, fire safety, unsafe acts and
conditions were strictly followed in every area for the preventive
measures.
It is worth mentioning that various businesses of Descon
performed as one team on the KCC project. Be it Hamriyah
Manufacturing Works, HR, PP&A, Commercial, CMD,
QA&QC, HSE, Finance, E&P or AUH office, there was always
strong coordination and team work in all aspects of the
project lifecycle. Recognition must be given to Mr. Abdul
Shakoor Shaheen from PPMS, who was instrumental in
providing timely cautions and raising flags during the project
execution.
Pervaiz Iqbal
which has resulted in significant variance in originally planned
schedule. Revised scope comprises of more than 15,000
tons of steel structure and plate work in addition to a supply
of approximately 25,000 m2 of wall-cladding and roofing
sheets. Approximately 12,000 tons of fabricated material has
been delivered at site. Fabrication activities are expected to
be completed by the end of June 2012.
In the erection phase, more than 10,000 tons of steel structure
and equipment/plate work was erected. Specialized
activities, including Refractory and Insulation are being executed
through local subcontractors approved by the Kuwait Cement
Company. Electrical & Instrumentation activities have been
accelerated to match the completion schedule of the pyroline
by enhancing the cable tray and cable laying activities.
The Pre-heater, 185 meter tall, the tallest ever structure
erected by Descon comprising of eight floors, is the most
critical area of the project to produce clinker. The erection
activities have reached the seventh floor. Other areas including
raw mill, kiln, CF silo, DLD tank, ESP, clinker cooler, EGC are
also progressing in specific sub areas.
The fabrication and construction phases of the project are
going at full swing both at HMW and in Kuwait. The project
comprises of approximately 0.55 million man-hours of
fabrication and 2.7 million man-hours of erection. It is planned
to start pyroline by May 2012. The erection of balance
activities including material handling areas will be completed
by the end of September 2012. A major percentage of
different nationalities, has also been deployed in those areas
which are directly executed by Descon.
Fabrication in Phase-I has increased substantially through
gradual issuance of a new scope in the material handling area
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Olayan Descon Industrial Company
Olay an Des co n an d Sau d i A ramco
Strategic Partnership
Olayan Descon is in communication with Saudi Aramco for
a strategic partnership to design, procure and fabricate air
coolers within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A formal
understanding has been signed between Olayan Descon and
Saudi Aramco to promote local industry and localize the
manufacturing of air coolers. As part of this partnership,
Olayan Descon shall develop the capabilities for this type of
work and Saudi Aramco will ensure a substantial amount of
jobs to be executed by Olayan Descon. This will be an
excellent opportunity to enhance our portfolio and increase
our business volume.
Samref Clean Fuel Project
In a bid to meet US environmental regulations by 2013, Saudi
Aramco has planned to upgrade all of its refineries. The new
regulations make it compulsory for refiners to reduce the
sulphur content of the gasoline produced. Olayan Descon
has been awarded manufacturing of thirteen types of equipment
for the upgrade of Samref (Saudi Aramco & Mobil Refinery).
Of these, two have already been delivered.
Linde AG - Cold Box Revamp Project
at Petrokemya
Cold Box Revamp Project at Sabic, Petrokemya Plant located
in Jubail, Saudi Arabia includes structure detail engineering,
fabrication, civil work pertaining to new cold box, mechanical
erection works on site including system tie-ins during the
shutdown in May 2012. Currently site works and shop
Waqar Ahmad
fabrication of SIP (Structure for Infrastructure Piping) is in
progress and within schedule. Strong coordination with the
Linde team and successful completion of the project will
ensure our success in the KSA market.
Sasref - Shutdown 2012
We have a five year contract with Sasref (Saudi Aramco Shell
Refinery), Jubail KSA, for their planned shutdown jobs till
2013. In January-February 2012, they had planned turnarounds
on their two units and Olayan Descon successfully
completed and received recognition from the client.
Samref - Shutdown 2013
Samref, located at Yanbu, has planned a major turnaround
in February-March 2013. We have been shortlisted to
participate in five different packages. In 2010, Olayan Descon
successfully executed Samref’s shutdown as a major contractor
and their management awarded the ‘Golden Helmet’ to
Olayan Descon for successful completion and on time
completion of the job. One of the packages related to FCCU
shutdown submitted in December 2011 has been awarded
to us, whereas the bids for the remaining four packages are
under review by the client.
Electrical Emergency Power Back - Up
System Up- Gradation at Sabtank, KFIP
Our scope of work comprises of design, engineering,
construction, testing and commissioning works at ten different
areas of Sabtank which are Petrokemya, Sadaf, Sharq, Ar-razi,
ODICO
Kemya, Ibn-zahr, Al-bayroni, Gulf farabi, S-Chem, Ibn-al-baytar.
90% EDP (Engineering Design Package) has been submitted
to the client for review. Soil investigation for civil design has
been completed and shop drawings for UPS and GIS have
been submitted to the client for approval. Vendor visits are
scheduled with the client and procurement for long delivery
items is in progress. The final project completion and
complete hand over is by end August 2012.
while the heat exchangers are being manufactured at the
Jubail Workshop. The delivery is expected in August 2012.
Karan Gas Project, Khursaniyah
The project scope includes field erection of piping for a Gas
Processing Plant. The project has been progressing well and
demobilization is underway. This project marks our relationship
with Saudi Aramco and Hyundai Engineering & Construction
Company.
Heat Exchanger SADAF, SABIC
Bulk Liquid Chemical Terminal Project,
JCP, Jubail
The EPC project to build a 65,000 m3 Storage Facility at
Jubail Commercial Port, Jubail, is under progress. This project
marks our strength in building Liquid Storage Facilities on an
EPC basis and is opening avenues in this area.
Olayan Descon has recently delivered heat exchanger and
pressure vessel job for SADAF, a SABIC affiliate company.
Due to the critical nature of the job and tight delivery schedule,
this job was executed in close coordination and involvement
of the client's team at all stages, i.e. design, procurement,
fabrication, testing and delivery. This job has further
strengthened our business relationship with our valued client.
Olayan Descon's New Office Building
Storage Tanks, Hail Power Plant
Expansion Project
Olayan Descon is building 2 x 20,000 M3 tanks for Saudi
Electricity Company for Hail Power Plant Expansion Project.
This project is being executed on behalf of Al-Fanar
Construction Company and is expected to be completed by
September 2012. This is our first storage tanks job for Saudi
Electricity Company.
Olayan Descon's new facility comprises of office building,
storage tanks workshop and E&I workshop. The office building
includes a capacity of 150 personnel and covers an area of
945 square metre. Construction work is on schedule. The
expected completion date is June 2012.
Pressure Vessels, Rabigh Power Plant
No. 2
ODICO is manufacturing pressure vessels and heat exchangers
for Rabigh Power Plant No 2. The client is Doosan Heavy
Industries, Korea and Saudi Electricity is the plant owner.
Project execution is progressing on schedule. The pressure
vessels are being manufactured at our Yanbu Workshop,
ODICO
Presson Descon International (Pvt) Ltd.
Second Global HR Excellence Award
2011
PDIL was awarded the Global HR Excellence Award 2011
for the second consecutive year by Global Media Links and
Business Milestones in collaboration with International Human
Resource Information Management, a US based global
certification and standard monitoring body. The Global HR
Excellence Awards recognize organizations which have made
significant contributions to Human Resource in Pakistan.
Syed Fareeduddin
Habib Rahi limestone gas reservoir. A three phase separator
is required at the upstream of gas compression facility. PPL
awarded the job for the complete design, manufacturing and
supply of a skid mounted three phase separator. The project
was awarded in November 2011 and is scheduled to be
delivered at site within 26 weeks.
Schlumberger Issues Basic Engineering
Services LOI for Its Early Production
Facility in Sudan
Apart from the Global HR Excellence Award, PDIL was also
awarded for its focus and excellence in Training and
Development Strategy. The Senior Minister for Commerce,
Mr. Makhdoom Ameen Fahim and Chairman Intellectual
Property Organization, Mr. Hameedullah Jan, presented the
awards to the winners in a ceremony held on October 21,
2011 at Avari Towers, Karachi.
Schlumberger, the leading oilfield services provider, intends
to setup an Early Production Facility in Sudan. For this purpose,
it awarded the Basic Engineering Study to PDIL. This study
will involve process simulation, generation of plot plans, creating
a fire protection philosophy, hazardous area classification and
equipment design basis, datasheets and corresponding
specifications.
The forum greatly appreciated the effective HR strategies of
PDIL that have resulted in a positive and efficient company
culture and performance.
SPE- PAPG- Annual Technical
Conference - 2011
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd Phase- 3
Separator
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd. is setting up a gas compression facility
with an anticipated delivery of 30 mmscfd gas at the Sui
The Annual Technical Conference 2011 was held on November
21 and 22 at Serena Hotel in Islamabad. The event was
organized by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) and
the Pakistan Association of Petroleum Geoscientists (PAPG).
The Conference was attended by the well-known names of
the Oil & Gas industry. Mr. M. Aijaz Choudhry, the Secretary
PDIL
of Petroleum and Natural Resources was the inaugurating
chief guest at the two-day event
PDIL had the honor of hosting the first day’s evening tea of
the conference. PDIL and its EPCC capabilities were also
highlighted through the sponsored advertisement in the
Conference's Souvenir Publication. The Society of Petroleum
Engineers, Pakistan Chapter presented PDIL with a shield due
to its corporate membership status for the year. The efforts
were highly appreciated by the management committee of
ATC-2011.
HR Development Activities
To develop employee excellence and inspiration, internal
trainings named 'Personal Excellence' and 'Lead by
Inspiration' were conducted by internal trainers to
maximize PDIL's internal training resources. External
training sessions were arranged on PPRA rules, PMP
Certification Exam Preparation and Advanced Piping
Design.
Birthday parties for company employees were arranged
by HCMD (Human Capital Management Department).
Warm wishes and feelings were shared by many on this
occasion.
PDIL
Descon Chemicals Limited
DCH Expands Its Paper Chemicals Sizing
Products Range
Descon Chemicals Limited introduced two new variants in
its line of Fortified Rosin products. FR products are generally
used as sizing agents for the wet-end process of paper
manufacturing. The use of Fortified Rosin for sizing purposes
is a conventional and widely utilized method for treating paper
across Pakistan. De-Size 500 and De-Sol 300 are the two
latest additions to Descon's Fortified Rosin product line and
provide enhanced versions of the products already available
in the market for the same process.
De-Size 500, an Anionic Rosin is an improved form of FR,
modified and sponified, which provides greater economy per
unit consumption as compared to alternate brands available
in the market. De-Size 500, also has the added advantage of
working better on paper process machinery; reducing service
costs, minimizing machine breaks and consequently leading
to improved machine life. De-Size 500 serves the added
advantage of being readily soluble at room temperature and
therefore not requiring any pre-process heating or treatment.
Currently, this product is available in conventional packaging
of 100 kg drums and is recommended for sizing purposes
for craft, paper and board machines.
Rafay Shahid
DeSol 300 is a light viscous liquid emulsion, used as a PseudoNeutral Sizing solution for the paper and board manufacturing
industry, particularly used for sizing, writing and printing paper.
DeSol has a higher pH value (6.25 - 6.50), as compared to
Delta Size and DeSize. An impressive factor about DeSol 300
is that, unlike other brands used for the same purpose, it can
either be used as such or in diluted form with Alum (Feric/
Non-Feric/PAC) to attain the desired COBB value with back
water. This characteristic provides users of DeSol the advantage
of reducing their overall Alum consumption and thereby
minimizing manufacturing costs. Just as Desize, DeSol is also
soluble at room temperature and is machine friendly, causing
least possible wear and tear.
'Your Solutions, Our Chemicals', Descon Chemical's slogan,
highlights the integrated relationship between our customers
and our products.This relationship is at the core of the services
we offer; we at Descon Chemicals are committed to provide
our customers: quality, innovation and satisfaction.
“We don’t sell a commodity, we sell a
product. Our actions on how we sell it makes it
either a commodity or a specialty.”
DCH
Descon Oxychem Limited
Rafay Shahid
PRODUCT RANGE
INDUSTRIAL
APPLICATION
STANDARD
TEXTILE
PAPER
CONCENTRATION (%)
60
50
35
30
DOLOX
DOLOX
DOLOX
DOLOX
60
50
35
30
TEXTOX
TEXTOX
60
50
PRINTOX
PRINTOX
60
50
FOOD
FOODOX
ASEPTIC
ASEPTOX
35
35
DOL Brand Development Takes Centre
Stage
True to its vision of becoming the ‘Leading Chemical Solutions
Provider to Industry Worldwide’, Descon Oxychem Limited
took another stride in establishing itself as a global manufacturer
of Hydrogen Peroxide, by successfully implementing its branding
strategy to create and sustain brand value.
A four pronged strategy has been adopted to ensure Descon
Oxychem creates visibility for itself and its product range,
both nationally and globally. With the successful launch of the
Customer Care Centre, this year saw the induction of DOL's
Branded Tanker Fleet, the successful setup of DOL Bulk
Solutions at three big volume customers and the launch of
DOL's Brand Names.
DOL's Tanker Fleet currently comprises of tankers with 20
metric tons and 25 metric tons capacities, installed with
state-of-the-art tracking systems, operated by a dedicated
team specifically trained in safety and precautionary regulations
for hazardous materials. Our tankers have been branded with
Descon's logo, corporate colors and Customer Care Centre's
contact details clearly visible for customers in order to reach
us easily. The branded tankers serve as an excellent channel
for promoting Descon's name and image, since our fleet
operates across Pakistan 24/7, rendering wide exposure
wherever they travel.
all facilities. DOL's established presence at these locations
pays testament to the fact that these customers are investing
in a brand that matches their highest standards of quality and
excellence.
This fiscal year also saw the launch of the much anticipated
DOL Brands. It was a firm belief of the Marketing team that
to distinguish ourselves from other hydrogen peroxide
manufacturers, we would have to market ourselves in a more
unique way as opposed to marketing the generic chemical
name. Hence we focused on marketing the brand; one that
epitomizes quality, backed by technical and customer support
excellence. Descon Oxychem is now proud to have ten
different product variants, across four separate concentrations
in five different grades, making us the only manufacturer of
hydrogen peroxide in Pakistan to provide such an extensive
line of product offerings.
In the time to follow, we aim to build upon the value of
creation through our branding strategy and to sustain brand
equity by ensuring that the highest standards of quality are
backed with superior technical support and a determination
to provide the best services possible.
DOL Bulk Solutions provide a storage facility to house large
quantities of hydrogen peroxide at the customer's premises.
Descon Oxychem has thus far successfully installed bulk tanks
at customer bases across Pakistan, including Sapphire Finishing
Mills Lahore, Interloop Limited Faisalabad and International
Textile Limited, three of the largest export units operating
within Pakistan. These specially designed tanks also carry
Descon's logo, corporate colors and are fully operational at
DOL
Descon Power Solutions
We Offer You Tomorrow
The Pakistani industrial sector is at a take-off stage with
companies having to compete globally, all the while dealing
with an ever-increasing need of power. To help you achieve
your goals, we adopt a global approach and put it in practice.
We, at Descon Power Solutions know that if a company is
to succeed it needs an uninterrupted source of electricity.
Local Strength, Global Partnership,
Successful Solutions
DPS brings the cutting edge German technology with MWM
gensets. DPS, the local face of MWM, provides a
comprehensive range of flexible integrated customized
solutions. MWM GmbH is one of the world's leading suppliers
of highly efficient and eco-friendly energy generation plants
with an electrical power output range from 400 kW up to
4300 kW. Based in Germany, it has an experience of more
than 140 years in the development and optimisation of
Shayan Hundal
combustion engines for natural gas, special gases (bio gas, syn
gas, coal mine gas, sewage gas) and diesel fuel.
DPS Powers a Greener Tomorrow
The MWM engines maximize performance, while the extensive
range of environmental solutions enable us to supply the
cleanest power generators. MWM has been able to reduce
the environmental impact of power generators by integrating
the environmental impact analysis into the design process, so
that all the products have minimal harm to the environment
thus reducing CO2 emissions.
12 MW Agar Textiles
DPS has been awarded with 12 MW Agar Textiles New
Captive Power Plant Project. DPS will supply six units of
MWM's natural gas genset model TCG 2020 V20. The project
is located at Kotri and the power generated will be supplied
to the Hyderabad Electric Supply Company .
DPS
Opening New Horizons…
Descon Power Solutions has acquired Operation &
Maintenance (O&M) for Rousch Power Plant Limited (RPPL),
a 450 MW Combined Cycle Project. The O&M contract is
effective from December, 2011 till December 2016. With
the implementation of the O&M contract, Descon assumes
the first ever O&M role of a modern medium size CCGT
Power Plant, which opens new horizons for Descon Power
Solutions.
Since March 31, 1996, an Irish company ESB International
(ESBI) was taking care of O&M of RPPL. The O&M agreement
was amended on September 23, 2003.
RPPL entered into the O&M contract arrangement with a
consortium of ESBI and DPS effective from December 01,
2011. As per the new contract, DPS is responsible for
procurement, local staffing, finance and colony maintenance.
ESBI, as the consortium leader shall be handling all technical
matters relating to the plant's O&M activities along with the
support of DPS members.
Shayan Hundal
and compressors during the first half of the year 2012. This
will be carried out by Siemens AG Germany, the OEM of
gas turbines.
Opportunities
The O&M Agreement is a win-win for both parties, ESBI
and DPS.
DPS got partnership of a world-class O&M service
provider that will help improve its standing in the O&M
market.
ESBI has had its contract renewed and acquired more
business opportunities in Pakistan.
In this regard, a considerable number of ESBI employees have
been moved to DPS on the same employment terms and
conditions; leading to a mutually beneficial union of both
parties.
Gas turbines have already completed more than 100,000
equivalent operations hours and to ensure the highest level
of performance over the next 100,000 operating hours, the
company has planned Life Time Extension measures, which
include replacement of all major components of gas turbines
DPS
A family ceremonial dinner for DPS-RPP employees was
arranged followed by a communication meeting in which the
DPS-RPP team presented the working methodology and the
way forward to run the contract. The CEO of RPPL,
Mr. Fazal Hussain Asim and the O&M Manager of ESBI,
Mr. Dave Shephard were also invited to grace the occasion.
Equipment and Plant
Zahak Jamal
proven track record in the development of wind farms in
several countries across the globe.
Revamp of American Hoist 11320
It is a matter of great pride that the Central Maintenance
Shop, Lahore, has completed the refurbishment of the 450
tons crane: American Hoist 11320. A team of highly skilled
technicians did the engine overhauling, restoring the hoisting
mechanism, electrical rewiring, denting and painting of the
crane. The crane was then successfully load tested on March
05, 2012.
Specialized Trainings & Dossiers
The department has successfully carried out the following
special training sessions in coordination with DC&S and MDC:
Training of incumbents on LR-1750 in windmill
configuration by Mr. Stephen Dickel from Liebherr,
Germany, who visited Jhimpir from December 17 to 23,
2011.
Maintenance Management Training session for
management personnel.
Transportation and logistics training for top management
“Energy and persistence conquer all things.”
Following dossiers regarding E&P training and execution were
also issued :
Benjamin Franklin
Over the years, the Equipment and Plant Department has
established itself as a specialist in Heavy Lifts and Services
(HLS). With strategic assets such as Gottwald AK-912 (1,200
tons) and Liebherr LR-1750 (750 tons), we have developed
a competitive edge over others in the region.
The book named Wind Turbine Transpor tation and
Erection addresses the typical aspects of wind turbine
installation procedures, starting from logistics of the
equipment to final erection at site.
Rigging & Heavy Lifts is a comprehensive handbook which
serves as a guide for young engineers entering in the
field of rigging and heavy lifts.
Wind Turbine Project
The E&P Department is proud to accomplish the successful
erection of the first ever locally manufactured wind turbines
in Pakistan.The Jhimpir Wind Farm consists of 33 wind turbine
generators each capable of generating 1.5 MW of power
giving the farm a total capacity of 49.5 MW. It will be connected
to Hyderabad grid at the high level transmission line of
132 kV to furnish electricity demands for the region.
On January 25, 2012, a team of E&P professionals successfully
erected the first wind turbine with the help of specialized
equipment. The Liebherr LR-1750, which has a maximum
capacity of 750 tons, was especially procured considering its
E&P
Human Resource & Administration
GETP - Batch 25
December 01, 2011 - January 24, 2012
The 25th batch of GETP trainees was welcomed into the
company on December 01, 2011. These 32 bright young
engineers were hired from a pool of 7,559 applicants through
a robust selection process conducted by the Corporate R&S
team.The program was spread over eight weeks and included
classroom training on various BA/BSD business processes,
PMS modules and soft skills, besides site visits to Descon
Oxychem and Lahore Manufacturing Works.
A total of 40 'subject matter experts' from various BAs and
BSDs conducted the actual training comprising of sixty topics.
The dedication of this faculty contributed significantly towards
the effectiveness of the program.
Aamir Iqbal
Salient Features of GETP- 25
A total of 9,000 training man-hours were recorded.
60 topics were delivered by various trainers.
40 trainers rendered their services for delivering
various topics.
2 site visits were arranged (LMW and DOL).
12 days were dedicated towards learning of PMS
computer-based training modules.
Every training day started with a brief motivational
clip and discussion on the same.
Training effectiveness was checked through feedback
and quizzes at the end of each topic.
Upon completion of the GETP, a graduation ceremony was
held on the evening of January 24. Mir Anwaar-ul-Haq,
Mechanical Engineer, UAE BA, was declared ‘Trainee of the
Batch’. The highlight of the event was an inspiring speech by
the chief guest, Mr. Abdul Razak Dawood, in which he traced
the history of Descon's evolution from a small office in Wapda
House in 1977 up to the present time and envisioned the
role these young engineers would play in the years to come.
All trainee engineers have now been assigned to various local
and overseas BAs/BSDs, in line with the company's manpower
deployment plan.
HRD&A
Descon Institute of Technical Training
“The areas we will be focusing on would be improvement
and accreditation of DITT courses from external
agencies, ensuring international standard and acquiring
capability to enroll higher numbers of students.”
Tahir Majeed, Principal DITT
Contract Signing with PSDF
Descon Engineering Ltd. signed a contract with the Punjab
Skill Development Fund on November 24, 2011. This initiative
was for the training of 1,035 persons from Bahawalpur,
Bahawalnagar, Lodhran and Muzaffargarh districts.
Uzma Nadia
PSDF is a non-profit organization funded by Government of
Punjab and Department for International Development UK,
and is funding a Skills Development Program for the
underprivileged population of these four districts of Southern
Punjab.
PSDF's Hunar Mela / Skill Fair on
December 28, 2011
PSDF launched the program by arranging a Hunar Mela in
Bahawalpur from December 29 to 31, 2011. The Chief
Minister of Punjab, Mr. Shahbaz Sharif, was the guest of honour
Ali Sarfraz CEO, PSDF, (centre-L) & Mr. Asim Aziz, Head MDC
(centre-R) during the contract signing ceremony
HRD&A
at this mela, in which selected training institutions, including
DITT had set up stalls to explain various free courses being
offered to the local youth. There was a large turnout of
potential trainees, who were excited and inquisitive regarding
details about DITT courses offerings.
to more than 5,000 students within ten years' time. An area
of 10 acres has been allocated for this future expansion plan.
Welder Qualification Tests
Quality manpower is the key to success for any project. DITT
has provided valuable support by conducting the Welder
Qualification Test of over 600 welders for Descon's overseas
projects since August 2011.
Joining of New Team Members
We welcome the following new staff members who joined
DITT recently:
Tahir Majeed, Principal
Col (R) Manzoor Hussain, Consultant
M. Imran, Junior Instructor Electrical
Giving a New Look to DITT Campus
M. Nadeem, Instructor Pipe and General Fitter
DITT was originally established to train the workforce for the
company's own expected and ongoing projects. Now, it is
envisioned to expand it in a broader way. The Chairman
aspires to impart skills’ training to as many as possible of the
unemployed and unskilled youth of the country. Accordingly,
it is planned to enhance the capacity of the institute from
400 trainees to 1,000 in the next year and then progressively
Tahir Majeed
HRD&A
Col (R)
Manzoor Hussain
M. Imran
M. Nadeem
Jahanzeb Sharif, Instructor Safety
Zafar Nawaz, Junior Instructor Welding
Iftikhar Khan, Demonstrator Millwright
Jahanzeb Sharif
Zafar Nawaz
Iftikhar Khan
Project Personnel and Administration
In order to provide the best services to seek excellence in
all business areas, PP&A department is always up to new
innovations and progression.
Nofil Zaheer
projects. This has been made possible due to the commendable
efforts of the team members of the department.
Implementation of CMPS
New Counter System
The department has introduced a new counter system within
the department to make personnel handling more efficient.
In this regard, three new counter systems have been designed
and built to deal with different business areas, depending on
the work load.
Mobilization in Last Six Months
In the last six months, the department has mobilized almost
4,000 personnel to various UAE and Qatar shutdowns and
CMPS, an online web application program for the complete
monitoring of Descon's manpower and resources, has already
been implemented in Qatar and UAE. Now it is in the
implementation phase in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Our Strength
Our strength is our staff. We welcome the following staff
members.
Khawaja Nadeem Afzal
: Lead, PP&A Department
Burshra Riaz
: Junior Executive
Hasan Iqbal
: Junior Executive
Team Building Sessions
Different sessions have been conducted in the department
by In-charges to raise the team morale and to bring all team
members in unison to combine their efforts and achieve
milestone targets.
HRD&A
Information and Communication Technology
Note From CIO
It gives me great pleasure to
communicate that the SAP
Project Phase 2 of SAP Program
went live on February 01, 2012.
Like any major SAP
implementation, this project
posed its own unique blend of
challenges and opportunities.
SAP is a market leader in enterprise solutions and will enable
Descon to adopt industry’s best practices in all facets of
organizational management tools, which include project
management, financial management, human resources
management, supply chain management, sales & distribution,
plant maintenance and quality assurance management. A
change of such magnitude might be uncomforting or
unsettling at the start, however, this is typical; we believe
that with honest commitment and firmness of the execution
team, success is certain.
the go-live.There will be teething issues. We have to collectively
facilitate, resolve and move beyond them.
Finally, I am thankful to the entire project EDGE team (Descon's
SAP team, SMEs and end users) for its sustained and unflinching
dedication during turbulent & testing times and seeing them
through successfully. Also a note of appreciation is due to the
senior management of Descon who remained committed
and have wholeheartedly supported us in every possible way.
Wishing you a very happy startup and a smooth transition
to SAP.
Syed Aftab Afzal
No matter how deeply embedded or user-friendly the legacy
systems might have been in the past, the real value of an ERP
lies in its enterprise-wide integration, which helps achieve a
greater focus on analytics, quick decision making, robust and
accurate business information, improved financial reporting
and simple easy-to-use interfaces. SAP will empower the
workforce leading to eventual devolution of decision making.
Real value will become visible a couple of months after
ICT
What Happens Next
Achievements
After the go-live, business users are requested to use SAP
system in order to perform business functions. Our objective
is to swiftly adopt new system in our business lives to avoid
additional cost of legacy applications. As they will now not
only become redundant, but will also require additional cost
for their maintenance.
Descon's ICT has put another feather in its cap by upgrading
SAP ECC 6.0 from EHP4 to EHP5. This milestone will lead
to enhanced functionality within the SAP system.
Despite extensive trainings of the staff, some problems are
bound to arise, as users familiarize themselves with the new
system. A helpdesk has been established to assist users with
such issues. All are requested to contact the Key Business
Users for SAP support related issues.
Successful implementation of the support desk through a
solution manager as per ASAP methodology with escalation
management and mobile alerts gives an edge to Descon
among other SAP implemented companies in Pakistan. Another
breakthrough has been the implementation of Mobile Sap
Solution to facilitate the management approving SAP workflows
(PR/PO) through blackberry and the web. This is an initiative
to achieve ICT’s vision of “right information to the right person
at the right time.”
ICT’s team at the launch of SAP Go-Live
Improvement of Network’s
Infrastructure
To provide secure connectivity, Virtual Private Network (VPN)
has been established between main locations through Wide
Area Network (WAN). The network infrastructure has also
been redesigned to provide secure and reliable access to
users with central management. For cost reduction, server
consolidation has been conducted at DHQ data centers.
The NC Section has also established facilities like audio
conferencing and online monitoring through LCDs.
ICT Information Systems Improvement
The ICT Information Systems Section has managed to integrate
GDMS legacy system with SAP Project System (PS). This
would enable the end-users to avoid redundant efforts in
managing information in multiple systems. Similarly, it would
also reduce chances of data miss-match across the systems.
Fingerprint reader machines (biometric) have also been
integrated to provide real-time attendance data to the SAP
HCM module. The Information Systems Section has played
a major role in the data migration activity of SAP.
ICT
Interworld Travels
Rabya Sheikh
Strengthening Relationship with PIA
IWT strengthens its
relationship with PIA
by being nominated as
one of the Top Ten
PIA Agents. This award
reinforces Descon's
commitment to
promote our national
carrier.
Training Session
Interworld Receives Best Seller Award
Keeping up the tradition of being chosen as one of
the top travel solution providers, Interworld was again this
year, nominated as the Best Agent for 2011. Mr. Sohail Abbas,
GM Interworld Travels, received the award from Mr. Zafar
Ahmad, GM Sales, Amadeus, in a ceremony held at PC,
Lahore. The ceremony ended with a sumptuous dinner and
musical evening where the participants got a chance to
converse with other agencies and stakeholders.
A training session was conducted at DHQ by Mr. Waseem
Ahmed, GM Sales, Amadeus. The focus of the training was
to disseminate awareness on the usage of Amadeus, a leading
transaction processor and provider of advanced technology
solutions for the travel and tourism industry. The features
offered by this user-friendly program were explained through
an interesting video, detailed presentation and later discussed
on one-to-one basis by the consultant himself. The training
was attended by the administration and secretarial staff across
board. The session ended with tea hosted by DEL
administration.
Iman Clinches Subh- e- Nau Tennis Title
Iman Qureshi, a young talent playing under the sponsorship
of Descon beats Pakistan's No. 1, Saba Aziz to win the Subhe-Nau National Ladies Championship. She displayed brilliant
ground strokes to overcome a stronger opponent. This is
her second National title, but the first time she has beaten
Pakistan’s No. 1 player. Iman has been a top ranked Asian
under 14 player winning trophies in Syria, Qatar and Burma.
She also participated in the 11th Abu Dhabi Country Club
ITF Junior Championship 2012 held between January 09 January 15, 2012. She beat Simran Kaur of India, 6-0, 6-1 and
Kristina Djamalova of Uzbekistan, 6-3, 7-5. 64 players from
all over the world participated in this tournament.
Making its Mark with Abacus
In continuation to delivering positive results,
Interworld has strived for excellence by selling
the highest number of tickets through Abacus,
world's leading online platform for travel agencies
to sell tickets of the leading airlines. The Highest
Seller Award 2011 is a reflection of our ongoing
commitment to facilitating customers promptly.
IWT
Plant Construction and Services
Pioneering Construction of Coal and
Biomass Power Project
Descon has been awarded construction work of 6 MW Coal
and Biomass-Based Power Plant at Nishat Mills Limited, which
included both mechanical and electrical construction.
This realization of the project is due to the confidence of
Nishat Group in Descon’s engineering expertise and their
mutual long term commitment, which have resulted in
endeavors like D.G. Khan Cement and AES Lalpir maintenance
services to name a few.
Nishat Group has always been a pioneer in introducing new
technologies and the initiation of this 6 MW Coal and Biomass
Project is another laurel in its feats.
Syed Mustafa Shah
Furthermore, keeping in view technology advancements in
the power sector, Descon has signed a Technology Transfer
Agreement with Jinan Boiler Group to provide EPC solutions
on coal and biomass-based projects.
Major Turnarounds Executed
FFBL ATA 2012
PARCO Turnaround 2012
OMV Sawan ATA 2012
Ongoing Long Term Maintenance
Contracts
Engro Polymer & Chemicals, Karachi
Lotte-PPTA, Karachi
Descon Engineering Limited, which has played a key role in
the development of power sector in Pakistan and has executed
7,000 MW's in different contractual capacities, is proud to
be a part of this project.
Through its manufacturing capacity, Descon has provided
general industry boilers on different fossilized and non-fossilized
fuels for industries including the sugar industry. It has the
privilege of being in the league of boiler manufacturers
providing 200 tons per hour or higher capacities at medium
and high pressures.
PC&S
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
At Descon, QA&QC begins from the very initial stage of
project inception by development of Project Quality Plan and
other documents and remains till project hand over is completed.
QA&QC Human Resource Development
As to-date, 453 training man-hours have been spent on
a Professional Enrichment Program at DHQ.
QA&QC participated in the 12th International Convention
on Quality Improvement and 2nd ANQ Regional
Conference. It also participated in a training program on
Leadership for Quality, arranged by PIQC.
Imran Jamil
OHSAS 18001:2007 of UAE BA has been recertified
under UKAS scheme by Moody International.
Stage 2 Cer tification Audit of HMW for OHSAS
18001:2007 by TUV Nord.
Achievements
Completion of hydro testing of two 10 KT jet fuel storage
tanks for shell at Karachi.
Successful completion of the Mirfa Air Separation Unit
Project at AUH encompassed critical piping works involving
aluminium and cryogenic piping.
Consultant, Mr. Guard Frade, trained KMW engineers for
wind towers manufacturing and welding techniques.
Acquisition of 'Easy Laser', a tool to carry out the sensitive
and accurate measurement of wind towers' flanges.
An Awareness Program on ASME Process Piping B31.3
Basics and Impact Test was carried out in UAE by Velosi.
Air coolers for Litwin and Takreer successfully dispatched
in November, 2011 by HMW.
3rd Party IMS internal auditor training by TUV, Middle
East was held in the UAE.
LMW has been involved for the first time in the erection
and commissioning of partial stamped HRSG at Lotte
PPTA Cogen Project. The boiler is fabricated for Daekyung
Machinery & Engg Co. Ltd., Korea. LMW’s scope also
includes power piping (S. Stamp).
Training for ASME Sec VIII has been carried out at HMW
by Mr. Amit Palit, HSB authorised team lead, Kuwait.
Audits in the Last Quarter, 2011
Phased array ultrasonic, an advanced method of ultrasonic
testing, is being used at IGD-5 Project.
Contracts Management, E&P, BD, HR, LMW & KMW
Public Buildings at Mangla Project
PDIL
An external audit of DIPL was carried out by SGS for
IMS certification. DIPL has been certified against ISO
9001, 14001 and 18001 standards.
The external surveillance audit of PDIL was successfully
conducted by Moody Intl., based on the requirements
of ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007.
QA&QC
DESCON HEADQUARTERS
18 km., Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54760, Pakistan
Tel: +92 42 35990034, 35805134
UAN: +92 42 111- DES-CON
Fax: +92 42 3581 1005, 3581 1135
Email: descon@descon.com
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ENGINEERING
Descon Integrated Projects Limited (DIPL)
Tel: +92 42 3599 0053
Fax: +92 42 3581 0867
Email: dipl@descon.com
Descon Integrated Projects Limited (DIPL)
9th Floor Business Avenue, 26-A Block 6,
P.E.C.H.S, Main Shahrah-e-Faisal,
Karachi 75400, Pakistan
Tel: +92 21 3439 1591-5
Fax: +92 21 3439 8565
Email: descon@descon.com
Abu Dhabi Office - UAE (DIPL)
Descon Engineering
Prestige Tower, Building No. 17, Floor No. 16
MBZ (Muhammad Bin Zayed), P.O Box 46821,
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: +971 (0) 2 553 9801
Fax: +971 (0) 2 553 980
Email: descon@emirates.net.ae
Abu Dhabi - UAE (Main Office)
Mussafah Industrial Area, ME-14
United Bank Limited Building,
P.O.Box 46821, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: +971 2 555 5807
Fax: +971 2 555 5784
Doha - QATAR
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC
2nd Floor, Al-Hitmi Village, Umm Ghuwailina
P.O.Box 23364, Doha, Qatar
Tel: +974 4405 4777 +974 4405 4717
Fax: +974 4405 4778
Email: qba@descon.com
Abu Dhabi - UAE (City Office)
Al Nowais Building, Office 302
Electra Street, Tourist Club Area
Abu Dhabi, P.O.Box 46821, UAE
Tel: +971 2 644 0903
Fax: +971 2 644 6786
Descon Institute of Technical Training
2 km., Defence Road, off 24 km.,
Multan Road, Lahore 53800, Pakistan
Tel: +92 42 3596 6696
Fax: +92 42 3596 6687-8
Email: ditt@descon.com
Mangaf - KUWAIT
Descon Engineering FZE
Building No. 14, Street No. 21,
Block 3, Mangaf, Kuwait
Tel: +965 237 304 71, 237 302 04
Fax: +965 237 301 48
Email: zuhasan@descon.com
JOINT VENTURES
Presson Descon International (Pvt.) Ltd
Tel: + 92 42 3588 0390
Fax: + 92 42 3592 3720
Email: info@pdil.com
www.pdil.com
POWER
Olayan Descon Industrial Company
P.O.Box 10108, Jubail Industrial City
31961, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 (0) 3 341 0671
Fax: +966 3 341 0950
Email: odico@olayandescon.com
www.olayandescon.com
MANUFACTURING
Lahore - PAKISTAN
2 km., Defence Road, off 24 km.,
Multan Road, Lahore 53800, Pakistan
Tel: +92 42 3596 6681-6
Fax: +92 42 3596 6687-8
Email: manufacturing@descon.com
Karachi - PAKISTAN
Plot No. A 35-36, Eastern Industrial Zone,
Port Qasim Industrial Area, Karachi, Pakistan
Tel: +92 21 3474 0031-36
Fax: +92 21 3474 0037
Email: kmw-info@descon.com
Abu Dhabi - UAE
P.O.Box 46821, Ghayathi Road,
Ruwais Industrial Area, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: +971 2 876 1287
Fax: +971 2 876 0423
Email: mumtaz.khan@descon.com
Sharjah - UAE
Descon Engineering FZE
Plot No. HE- 5, 6, 7 & HD-19, P.O.Box 42576,
Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah, UAE
Tel: +971 6 526 9020
Fax: +971 6 526 9053
Email: hmw@descon.com
Al Jubail - SAUDI ARABIA
Plot No 3 & 4, Street No. 124
P.O.Box 10108, Jubail Industrial City 31961,
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 (0) 3 341 0671
Fax: +966 (0) 3 341 0950
Yanbu - SAUDI ARABIA
Block No. 4, Street No. 6, Light Industrial Park,
P.O.Box 31120, Yanbu Industrial City 41912,
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 (0) 4 321 0354
Fax: +966 (0) 4 321 0334
Al Khor - QATAR
Descon Engineering Qatar LLC
Al Khor Industrial Area,
Al Khor, Qatar
Tel: +974 4405 4777
Fax: +974 4405 4778
Email: qba@descon.com
Descon Power Solutions
18 km., Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54760,
Pakistan
Tel: +92 42 3592 3760-64
Fax: +92 42 3592 3765
info@desconpower.com
Karachi - PAKISTAN
9th Floor Business Avenue, 26-A Block 6,
P.E.C.H.S, Main Shahrah-e-Faisal,
Karachi 75400, Pakistan
Tel: +92 21 3452 6564
Fax: +92 21 3454 4480
CHEMICALS
Descon Chemicals Limited
Descon Oxychem Limited
Descon Corporation Limited
Interworld Travels (Pvt) Limited
18 km., Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54760,
Pakistan
Tel: +92 42 3592 3721-26
Fax: +92 42 3592 3749
Email: info@desconchemicals.com
Email: info@desconoxychem.com
Email: info@desconcorporation.com
Email: info@interworldtravels.com.pk

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