PDO Celebrates The Inauguration Of Its Rima Water Treatment Plant

The plant utilises gravitational separation to separate oil and water.

The RO 87 million projects located in Al Wusta Governorate have the capacity to treat 60,000 cubic metres of wastewater per day, as highlighted in the report.

"The Rima Water Treatment Plant represents a significant step forward in our commitment to sustainability and reducing our environmental impact. "By using nature-based solutions to treat wastewater, we can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create new habitats for wildlife," shared Managing Director Steve Phimister.

According to the report, the plant separates oil and water using gravitational separation and has the capacity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 53,000 metric tonnes per year.

The separated water is then treated using a natural biological treatment process.

Previously, 60 percent of the wastewater was used for flooding operations, while the rest was disposed of in deep reservoirs, according to the company.

"It is a breakthrough technology that provides an eco-friendly alternative to traditional deep-water disposal (DWD) methods and can be utilised in many other industries that produce wastewater as a by-product," added Phimister.

Sayyid Marwan bin Turki al Said, Governor of Dhofar, said, "This project showcases a commitment to using natural technology and green solutions to preserve the environment and make the most of our natural resources." "It sets a strong example to be followed in the region and worldwide, especially in terms of sustainable water management and addressing the challenges faced in the oil and gas industry,"

The Rima Water plant follows the success of the company’s Nimr Wetlands, a treatment plant that uses reed plants to treat contaminated water with a production capacity of 690,000 barrels per day.