History of Sarvak Azar

The National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) awarded the development contract of Azar Oil Field within the framework of Buy-Back contracts to a consortium consisting of Ahdaf Investment Company and OIEC, and the contract became effective in April 2012. This consortium established Sarvak Azar Engineering and Development Company (SAED) in 2012 for project implementation. Consequently, SAED was established to carry out operations related to the development of the most complex oil field in the Middle East, which is shared with Iraq, and also to create a capable company for the development of similar future projects.

With the decision of the shareholders to adopt an approach focused on establishing a leading oil and gas field development company in the country, the organizational structure shifted to a project-oriented model. Team members were placed under the full-time supervision of project managers. The main objective of the project was to produce 30,000 barrels of oil per day in the early phase and increase it to 65,000 barrels of oil per day in the final phase by drilling 20 wells and constructing all surface facilities for oil export. Oil exports from the Azar field began in 2016, and the contractual commitments for early production were met from the beginning of 2017. The final production test was successfully completed on January 4, 2021, achieving a daily production of 65,000 barrels of oil.

Following the successful development of the Middle East's most complex field, shareholders of this company, based on the ten-year experience gained during the development and operation of the Azar oil field, have decided to change the company's strategy. Now, after undergoing an evaluation process, this company has joined the ranks of exploration and production (E&P) companies, and the development of hydrocarbon fields is on the agenda for the future of the company.

The Azar Project

The Azar anticline is located in the Anaran exploration block in Ilam province, southwestern Iran, near the Iran-Iraq border, and is one of the most complex fields in the region.

Before the establishment of SAED, there was no drilling history in this field in Iran. The Azar anticline, with a northwest-southeast extension, stretches approximately 29 kilometers in the Ilam horizon, with about 13 kilometers of it located within Iran's borders.

The in-place oil volume in this field is estimated to be around 4.29 billion barrels.

Main Project Activities

Drilling 19 oil wells with Iranian rigs

Implementation of well stimulation operations with selective acidizing

Construction of wellhead facilities and 80 kilometers of flowlines

Construction of approximately 320 kilometers of oil and gas export pipelines

Establishment of an Early Production Processing Unit (MEPS) with a capacity of 30,000 barrels of oil per day

Construction of a Central Processing Facility (CPF) with a capacity of 71.5 thousand barrels of oil and 78 million cubic feet of gas per day

Construction of a permanent operator residence facility (OPRF)

Construction of a 132.11 kilovolt electrical substation

Construction of 40 kilometers of pipeline for water transfer to the central processing facility

Records, Awards, and Certifications

Winning the Gold Medal

Winning the Gold Medal of the International Project Management Excellence Award (IPMA) for Mega Projects by Sarvak Azar Engineering and Development Company in 2021

Top company

Inclusion of Sarvak Azar among the top 100 companies in Iran and obtaining the first rank in the technical and engineering services sector

Obtaining certificates

Obtaining integrated management system certifications based on ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 14001:2015 standards

Design and deployment

Designing and implementing project management system based on the PMBOK standard

Obtaining certification

Obtaining certification in the fifth round and receiving a two-star certificate in the sixth round of the Human Resources Excellence Award

Company registration

Registration of Sarvak Azar Engineering and Development Company on the GICHD website - the International Mine Action Center in Switzerland

Achieving a production of over 65 million barrels of oil from the Azar Joint Oilfield until the end of 2022

Establishing a national belief in the capability of Iranian experts and companies to develop complex oil fields.

Creating unparalleled opportunities for knowledge-based companies.

Supporting indigenous production of well completion equipment leading to independence from imports.

Implementation of design standards with the highest quality by Iranian experts and strengthening Iranian engineers.

Procuring over 75% of project goods through domestic manufacturers and suppliers.

Maximizing the employment of native talents in Ilam province and fostering specialized workforce leading to a reduction in unemployment rates in the province.

Top achievements Sarvk Azar Company

Social Responsibility

Furthermore, the company takes pride
in its ethical and social beliefs in Ilam province

Furthermore, the company takes pride in its ethical and social beliefs in Ilam province. In addition to significant job creation, it equips schools and conducts public awareness campaigns, particularly regarding the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance. This effort contributes to a brighter and healthier future for employees and their families.

The employment of local enthusiasts, both directly and indirectly involved in this project, along with the provision of safety and health information, has led to a safer and healthier environment.

The accumulation of 84 million work-hours and the achievement of safety rankings in the oil and gas sector by the youth of this region demonstrate the right path that Sarvak Azar Engineering and Development Company is pursuing.

Creating a culture of safety and organizational safety, encouraging safe behaviors, and motivating employees alongside specialized training from international organizations have been goals pursued by the organization to maximize compliance with requirements and prevent adverse events.