Oylz Terminals has held a groundbreaking ceremony at Khalifa Port, marking the commencement of construction on a major new petroleum products storage terminal being developed within the port to strengthen energy infrastructure and regional trade capacity.
The facility is designed to deliver modern, state-of-the-art storage and handling infrastructure for refined petroleum products, strengthening the UAE’s downstream logistics capabilities.
Developed in carefully planned phases under an approved master design, the project by Oylz Terminals will begin with an initial storage capacity of 154,500 cubic meters, ultimately expanding to a total capacity of 660,000 cubic meters.
Strategically located at Khalifa Port, the development aims to enhance supply chain resilience by adding significant new storage capacity for refined products while facilitating efficient maritime logistics and seamless trade flows. The terminal will handle a range of key refined products, including gasoline, gas oil (diesel), naphtha, and bunker fuels.
As part of the project, a new dedicated jetty with a 16-metre draft is being constructed to accommodate large vessels engaged in oil-related operations, further strengthening the port’s energy handling capabilities.
The facility will be delivered in full compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and international industry standards. Safety, security, and environmental stewardship are embedded at every stage of the project, from design and construction through to commissioning and long-term operations, ensuring sustainable and responsible asset performance.
Saif Al Mazrouei CEO – Ports Cluster AD Ports Group
“Khalifa Port was designed as gateway to trade enablement across multiple sectors and service including industrial investments. OYLZ Terminal’s project reflects the type of strategic development the port is proud to support. This groundbreaking marks a shared commitment to disciplined delivery, operational excellence, and the development of infrastructure that will reliably serve regional energy markets over the long term. We look forward to working closely with Oylz Terminals as the project progresses through construction and into operations.
Dr. Khalid Omar Al Midfa, Chairman of Oylz Terminals said that, “Today is more than the start of construction, it is a commitment to build infrastructure that advances Abu Dhabi’s long-term economic vision and reinforces the UAE’s role as a global center for trade, industry, and connectivity. We will deliver responsibly and transparently, in close coordination with AD Ports Group and the relevant authorities. Our priorities are clear: safety and compliance first, and quality and reliability for the life of the asset.
Salman Wisal, CEO of Oylz Terminals, described the milestone as the move from planning to action. At Khalifa Port, the company is building a world-class refined products terminal, starting with Phase 1 and a clear plan to expand to 660,000 cubic meters. A new 16-metre draft jetty will support oil operations, with safety, compliance, and operational readiness embedded from day one.
