New Delhi/Kuwait City | Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a major Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract from Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) for the development of Jurassic Light Oil (JLO) export facilities and the modernization of Kuwait’s existing crude oil export infrastructure. The project represents a significant milestone in strengthening Kuwait’s energy sector and further reinforces L&T’s position as a leading global engineering and infrastructure company.
According to the company, the order has been awarded to L&T’s Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore Business, which specializes in executing large-scale oil and gas projects across international markets.
Major EPC Order Valued Between ₹5,000 Crore and ₹10,000 Crore
L&T classifies the project as a “Major Order,” indicating that the contract value falls between ₹5,000 crore and ₹10,000 crore. Such projects are among the company’s largest engineering contracts and reflect its strong execution capabilities in the global energy and hydrocarbon sector.
The award further strengthens L&T’s international order book and expands its presence in the Middle East, one of the world’s most important oil-producing regions.
Scope of the Project
The contract involves the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of critical infrastructure required to support the export of Jurassic Light Oil from Kuwait.
The key components of the project include:
- Construction of six new crude oil storage tanks.
- Each storage tank will have an operating capacity of approximately 618,000 barrels.
- Development of associated facilities on a lump-sum turnkey (LSTK) basis.
- Installation of new crude oil pipelines.
- Comprehensive upgrades to Kuwait’s existing crude loading and export network.
- Integration of new infrastructure with the country’s current export system to support increased production.
The completed facilities are expected to significantly enhance Kuwait’s crude oil storage, transportation, and export capabilities.
Boosting Kuwait’s Energy Infrastructure
The project forms part of Kuwait Oil Company’s Jurassic Light Oil (JLO) Infrastructure Project, which aims to expand the country’s production capacity while improving the efficiency of its export operations.
By strengthening storage and transportation infrastructure, Kuwait seeks to:
- Increase crude oil export capacity.
- Improve operational efficiency.
- Enhance supply chain reliability.
- Support future growth in oil production.
- Strengthen its position in the global energy market.
The upgraded export network is expected to accommodate higher production volumes while ensuring safer and more efficient crude handling operations.
L&T Reaffirms Commitment to Kuwait’s Energy Sector
Commenting on the project, E. S. Sathyanarayanan, Senior Vice President and Head of L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore and a Member of the Divisional Board, emphasized the strategic importance of the development.
He stated that the Jurassic Light Oil export infrastructure represents a significant investment in Kuwait’s energy sector and reaffirmed L&T’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality, and world-class project execution that supports Kuwait’s long-term energy ambitions.
According to the company, the project reflects L&T’s continued focus on delivering complex engineering solutions that meet international quality and safety standards.
Strengthening L&T’s Global Presence
The latest contract further reinforces L&T’s leadership in the global EPC industry, particularly in the oil and gas, hydrocarbon, and energy infrastructure sectors.
Over the years, the company has successfully executed numerous large-scale projects across:
- The Middle East
- South Asia
- Africa
- Southeast Asia
Its expertise spans refineries, petrochemical complexes, offshore platforms, pipelines, storage terminals, gas processing facilities, and export infrastructure.
Strategic Importance of the Jurassic Light Oil Project
The Jurassic Light Oil (JLO) Project is considered one of Kuwait’s key initiatives for expanding its upstream and downstream energy capabilities.
Enhanced export facilities will enable:
- Higher crude storage capacity
- Improved export efficiency
- Greater operational flexibility
- Reduced logistical bottlenecks
- Support for future production growth
The addition of six large-capacity storage tanks and upgraded loading infrastructure is expected to play a crucial role in meeting growing international demand for Kuwaiti crude oil.
Positive Outlook for L&T
The award is expected to contribute significantly to L&T’s order pipeline, revenue visibility, and long-term growth in its energy business.
Large international EPC contracts such as this not only strengthen the company’s financial outlook but also enhance its reputation as a trusted engineering partner for governments and national oil companies worldwide.
The project also highlights the increasing role of Indian engineering firms in executing strategically important infrastructure projects across global energy markets.
Conclusion
The major EPC contract awarded by Kuwait Oil Company marks another significant achievement for Larsen & Toubro, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading engineering and construction companies. The project will support the development of Kuwait’s Jurassic Light Oil export infrastructure through the construction of six high-capacity crude oil storage tanks, new pipeline systems, and modernization of the country’s export network.
With this landmark order, L&T continues to expand its global footprint while contributing to Kuwait’s long-term objective of strengthening its energy infrastructure, increasing export capacity, and ensuring reliable crude oil supply to international markets.
