WorleyParsons awarded Aramco contract

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WorleyParsons awarded Aramco contract

WorleyParsons has been awarded a contract by Saudi Aramco to provide project management services for its offshore programme.

They have been managing the Offshore PMC contract for Saudi Aramco for the last 12 years, which has employed in excess of 400 people in recent years.

Under the terms of the new six-year contract, WorleyParsons will provide project management and engineering services for existing and new offshore facilities as part of Saudi Aramco’s capital program. The recent award also includes the PMC contract for marine vessels, which will have a similar six-year duration.

Commenting on the award, WorleyParsons’ Chief Executive Officer, Mr Andrew Wood said “We thank Saudi Aramco for providing us with the opportunity to participate in the definition and management of these critical projects. We are fully committed to supporting Saudi Aramco in the establishment of a strong foundation for the successful implementation of its offshore programme.

Source Worley Parsons

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