Abu Dhabi:Mubadala Investment Company has marked the second anniversary of operations at TBX Nexxia's advanced manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi. TBX Nexxia is recognized as the first platform in the Middle East dedicated to advanced corrosion-resistant alloy Oil Country Tubular Goods solutions, which are integral to complex energy infrastructure.
According to Emirates News Agency, the milestone underscores the facility’s contribution to enhancing local industrial capabilities through its In-Country Value initiatives, while advancing the localization of crucial technology for regional energy security. It also highlights the platform's operational resilience and its ability to maintain production continuity despite regional disruptions.
The platform offers an integrated Melt to Well solution for advanced CRA tubular products and has been entrusted by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) with the long-term supply of CRA tubulars for gas extraction and production in Abu Dhabi, including its planned expansion. TBX Nexxia builds upon Tubacex Group's established expertise in OCTG.
Dr. Bakheet Al Katheeri, CEO of UAE Investments at Mubadala, stated that the collaboration between Tubacex's global industrial expertise and local production strengthens Abu Dhabi's manufacturing capabilities. This milestone is a testament to Mubadala’s strategy of partnering with international leaders to foster advanced industries that support the UAE economy's diversification and resilience.
TBX Nexxia's role in the UAE's industrial development was acknowledged with the ADNOC ICV Excellence Award in the 'Industrial Investment' category at the 2nd Make it with ADNOC Forum. This recognition highlights the facility's contribution to advancing In-Country Value, supporting ADNOC's strategic objectives, and enhancing the UAE's industrial capabilities through sustained investment and localized manufacturing.
To commemorate the two-year milestone and ADNOC ICV Excellence Award, Mubadala hosted a delegation from the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC at the TBX Nexxia facility, demonstrating its advanced manufacturing technologies and its significance in strengthening oil and gas supply chains.
Hasan Jasem Nasser Al Nowais, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, remarked that TBX Nexxia exemplifies the National In-Country Value Programme, providing specialized technical jobs across essential industries and contributing to the development of national supply chains while supporting the objectives of Operation 300bn.
With an annual manufacturing capacity of 20,000 tonnes, TBX Nexxia has created 150 direct jobs in the UAE and contributed approximately US$1.2 billion to the national GDP. The facility is also enhancing local expertise in metallurgy, threading, and quality engineering, supporting the localization of strategic technologies and the UAE's industrial goals.
Josu Imaz, CEO of Tubacex Group, highlighted that TBX Nexxia's two years of operations in Abu Dhabi demonstrate the strength and resilience of its industrial platform and its commitment to delivering value to the UAE's economic ecosystem, even amid challenging regional circumstances. The facility has maintained high standards of quality and safety, bolstering supply chain resilience and supporting the UAE's energy security goals through advanced technology, local manufacturing, and global industrial expertise.
The facility operates threading and finishing lines continuously, supported by stringent safety and quality control systems. It utilizes high-performance technology designed for high-pressure, highly corrosive environments and is certified to the highest qualification standards for premium connections.
More than 820,000 feet of tubular products have been deployed in wells, aiding in shortening delivery timelines for ADNOC, meeting operational requirements, and enhancing supply chain reliability. The anniversary follows the announcement of the full operational launch of TBX Nexxia as an integrated platform, which continues to invest in digitalization, smart manufacturing, energy efficiency, and recycling to meet the industry's evolving needs, ensuring long-term competitiveness.
Source Wam
