Alireza Mota’ali noted that as water production rose in the Doroud field and heavier oil layers were tapped, the need to inject gas into certain wells became more urgent.

“Although the main gas injection project is still under review, smaller-scale projects had already begun gas injection for some wells,” he said. “However, southern island wells lacked the necessary infrastructure until now.”

He added that by completing required pipelines and connections, resolving turbocharger control issues, and restarting emergency shutdown systems after complex repairs, this phase of the project was successfully implemented.

Mota’ali stated that with this stage completed and necessary equipment expected within three months, gas injection will be possible for all six wells. He also said that after repairs on onshore gas lines and receiving operational permits, five additional wells will resume gas injection in the first half of next year

“While the economic value of increased oil production far exceeds that of associated gas, this gas output growth will also help meet demand, supplying feedstock to Kharg Petrochemical within three months,” he emphasized.

He also reported progress on subsea repairs for the Abouzar pipeline at a depth of 40 meters, saying: “After fixing leaks at nine points and completing final repair stages, the pipeline will soon resume operations, further supporting enriched petrochemical feedstock.”

Citing harsh winter weather and rough seas, Mota’ali called the scale of repairs unprecedented in recent years. Additional repairs on the pipeline are planned for May, while a contractor works on a replacement main line for the Abouzar field. Once completed, stable production from the field will be ensured.