Full production restored at Sharara and El Feel, NOC confirms
The NOC stated that it has completed comprehensive maintenance on the crude oil export pipeline linking the Sharara fields to the tank farm at the Zawiya refinery. The pipeline had been shut down after a fire broke out at valve number 13 at kilometer 538, following a leak.
The NOC authorized the full resumption of production after a partial shutdown caused by the incident. Crude oil pumping resumed once repairs were completed, the pipeline was confirmed ready, and operational safety tests were successfully completed. Technical teams have begun gradually increasing production capacity to normal levels and restarting the flow of crude oil through the pipeline.
The NOC also announced that production has resumed at the adjacent El Feel oil field. Production was temporarily halted to divert quantities of Sharara field output through the Mellitah pipeline. This was necessary to maintain stable supplies and manage pipeline capacity during the maintenance period.
The NOC said its technical teams are working to maintain continuous production in line with the highest safety standards, reinforcing stability across the oil and gas sector and supporting the protection of national resources.
On this occasion, the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the NOC extend their warm greetings, thanks, and appreciation to the national teams who completed the work in record time despite the challenges and limited resources. They recognize their tireless efforts and great sacrifices, and express their praise and sincere gratitude to everyone who lent a helping hand and contributed to completing this major national undertaking.