SLB Secures $1.5B Kuwait Contract: High-Temperature Mutriba Field Advancement

Technology services giant SLB has landed a substantial five-year contract valued at $1.5 billion from Kuwait Oil Company, marking a significant expansion of their collaborative efforts on the Mutriba field development project. The comprehensive agreement encompasses design, development execution, and production management responsibilities, positioning SLB at the center of the next critical phase of operations in Kuwait.

The Challenge: High-Temperature, High-Pressure Operations

The Mutriba field presents distinctive technical demands that few organizations can effectively manage. SLB’s expanded mandate covers the development of reservoirs operating under high-pressure, high-temperature conditions with sour characteristics—a combination that demands specialized expertise and proven operational capabilities. These extreme environmental parameters significantly increase complexity compared to conventional extraction projects, requiring advanced engineering solutions and rigorous safety protocols.

The contract explicitly recognizes SLB’s deep subsurface understanding of the Mutriba field, which forms the foundation for sophisticated development planning. This technical knowledge enables SLB to navigate challenging reservoir conditions while maintaining both operational reliability and environmental safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Deepening Partnership in Kuwait

The agreement underscores the depth of trust built between SLB and Kuwait Oil Company over decades of collaboration. Steve Gassen, SLB’s executive vice president for Geographies, emphasized that this award reflects the strength of their long-standing partnership, noting that “as development of the Mutriba field moves into its next stage, we are taking on end-to-end responsibility to support safe, reliable execution in complex reservoir conditions.”

Kuwait’s strategic importance in global energy markets makes this contract particularly significant. The Mutriba field remains a cornerstone of Kuwait’s production capacity, and SLB’s expanded role demonstrates the confidence Kuwait Oil Company places in SLB’s capabilities for this critical infrastructure.

Strategic Scope Expansion

The five-year contract scope represents a notable deepening of SLB’s responsibilities within Kuwait. Previously, SLB provided specialized technical services; now the organization assumes comprehensive management authority across multiple operational dimensions. This evolution from advisory role to integrated partner reflects mutual confidence in SLB’s ability to execute complex projects in demanding environments.

The advancement of the Mutriba field development through this partnership signals ongoing investment in Kuwait’s energy production capabilities and positions SLB as a strategic technology partner for major regional projects.