McDermott — Aramco long-term project management agreement
Aramco selected McDermott Nederland among 11 contractors for a long-term project management consultancy agreement in Saudi Arabia. With local partner SLFE, McDermott will support engineering, pre-FEED, FEED and project governance across energy, petrochemical and low-carbon programs.
- Publish date: 2026-06-03
- Category: EPC Contractors
- Original source: McDermott
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Reported project scope
Aramco selected McDermott Nederland among 11 contractors for a long-term project management consultancy agreement in Saudi Arabia. With local partner SLFE, McDermott will support engineering, pre-FEED, FEED and project governance across energy, petrochemical and low-carbon programs.
Delivery considerations
At the study stage, the practical task is to establish a consistent design basis before committing to construction. Feedstock, utilities, equipment selection and permitting need to fit together, while the owner evaluates cost and operability. For an EPC reader, the useful distinction is between defining a facility and authorizing its delivery. A completed study or a study award does not by itself establish a final investment decision, construction start or operating asset.