The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has successfully completed emergency maintenance on a crude oil pipeline following a leak near kilometre point 76 between Hamada and Zawiya. The repair, carried out with precision and speed, ensured no lasting operational or environmental impact, according to the company.
The leak was first reported on 23 May 2025. In response, AGOCO’s technical teams immediately isolated the pipeline and contained the spill, in accordance with established safety and environmental protocols. This initial action was crucial in protecting nearby infrastructure, workers, and the environment.
Following containment, the site was secured using shut-off valves. On 28 May, technicians began extracting residual crude oil from the affected section and redirected it to the Tahara field to prepare for repair work. By 30 May, the company had launched full-scale maintenance, starting with a cold-cutting operation on the 18-inch pipeline.
The damaged section was replaced with a new segment using high-quality American-made insulated connectors. Notably, AGOCO opted for a composite bonding technique over traditional welding to avoid technical risks typically associated with high-pressure pipeline repairs.
Engineer Mohamed Ben Shatwan, Chairman of AGOCO’s Management Committee, praised the swift and professional response of the technical teams. He highlighted their strict adherence to safety standards and engineering excellence, noting that their dedication reflects the company’s operational discipline and its commitment to quality.
Ben Shatwan added that the successful operation demonstrates the strength of Libya’s national oil sector in managing challenges independently. He also acknowledged the effective coordination among national firms to ensure stable oil flow and maintain production targets.
AGOCO’s prompt intervention has prevented potential disruption to crude exports and reinforced confidence in Libya’s oil infrastructure resilience amid broader industry efforts to expand and stabilise output.
