"swap" and"Topathix" Launches TBX Nexxia in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, 4th May, 2018 (WAM) – Mubadala Investment Company, “Mubadala”, in cooperation with Tupathex Group, announced today the full operational launch of their joint project in Abu Dhabi. This step represents the commissioning of the first regional manufacturing facility dedicated to advanced oil and gas field piping solutions (OCTG), including the official launch of the “TBX Nexxia” brand, which embodies the Tobatics solution system in the field of corrosion-resistant alloys – CRA, and is provided through an integrated industrial platform covering a wide spectrum of areas, from material design to manufacturing and downstream processing.

The announcement was made at the Mubadala pavilion as part of the “Make in the UAE 2026” event, as an affirmation of Mubadala’s commitment to localizing industrial capabilities, its role in enhancing the flexibility of the national economy, and supporting the country’s long-term ambitions in the energy sector.

The facility in Abu Dhabi will operate under the name “TBX Nexxia”, and has entered the fully operational phase, representing the first platform of its kind in the Middle East focusing on advanced piping solutions made of corrosion-resistant alloys, used in complex energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in the Abu Dhabi Industrial Zone (ICAD), which contributes to supporting the readiness of manufacturing capabilities to meet the needs of the regional market more efficiently, in addition to enhancing the reliability and security of supply chains for vital projects in the energy sector.

This facility integrates with the company’s factories in Spain and Brazil, giving the current project an important role in consolidating TBX Nexxia’s position as a global provider of integrated solutions, including advanced material design and pipe manufacturing, through to final finishing and screwing processes and technical support.

This achievement represents a major milestone in the implementation of the strategic partnership announced by Mubadala and Tupathex in the year 2024, which included an investment worth US$200 million to establish an industrial platform based in Abu Dhabi, and establish sustainable operational capabilities in the long term, in line with the industrial development priorities of the UAE.

Under the umbrella of “TBX Nexxia,” this platform is moving today from the stage of strategic commitment to actual operational implementation within the country’s energy and manufacturing system.

This activation was supported by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), as the primary customer, as it entrusted TBX Nexxia with the task of long-term supply of pipes made of corrosion-resistant alloys, for use in gas extraction and production operations in Abu Dhabi.

The importance of this achievement for Abu Dhabi and the UAE is not limited to the manufacturing aspect only; In recent years, global supply chains have faced increasing challenges as a result of geopolitical turmoil, fluctuations in shipping routes, and rising demand for vital industrial materials.

These circumstances have contributed to enhancing the importance of localizing strategic sectors to ensure economic continuity and energy security. By localizing the manufacturing of advanced oil and gas field pipes in Abu Dhabi, Mubadala aims to reduce reliance on remote processing centres, accelerate delivery times, and enhance the resilience of the national industrial base.

This platform supports critical energy infrastructure projects, both in conventional and low-emission applications, by providing specialized piping solutions designed to operate in high-performance, highly corrosive operating environments.

Local manufacturing of these products also allows for faster response, ensuring a higher degree of reliability in deliveries, and stronger operational continuity for strategic projects in the region.

This project also contributes to achieving a broader set of national priorities, by expanding high-value industrial activities and providing more specialized jobs.

It is also expected to support the transfer of knowledge in advanced manufacturing, from metallurgy experts and process engineers to quality specialists and skilled technicians, including quality systems, documentation, and traceability standards required in critical energy supply chains.

Dr. Bakhit Al Kathiri, CEO of the UAE Investment Sector at Mubadala, said: This project reflects Mubadala’s long-term commitment to building strategic industries that enhance its economic flexibility and global competitiveness. By localizing advanced manufacturing capabilities in Abu Dhabi, we are contributing to building a stronger industrial base that can support energy security, in addition to its importance in developing technical expertise and achieving sustainable value for the national economy.

For his part, Joso Imaz, CEO of Tupathex Group, said that “TBX Nexxia” brings together the group’s integrated solutions in the field of corrosion-resistant oil and gas well preparation pipes (CRA OCTG) under a unified identity, to present them through an integrated industrial platform.

He added that thanks to the solid position that Abu Dhabi has gained as a regional hub, and the integration of the capabilities of the industrial group in Spain and Brazil, it is in a position that enables it to support its customers with high reliability, the ability to accurately trace the production chain, and close technical support throughout the entire life cycle of bioenergy projects.

For his part, Omar Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Acting Head of Commercial Affairs and In-Country Value at ADNOC, welcomed the operational launch of the “TBX Nexxia” project, which represents an important milestone in the process of localizing advanced piping solutions and enhancing the flexibility of energy supply chains in the UAE.

He explained that this achievement reflects ADNOC’s continued commitment to transforming strategic partnerships into actual industrial capabilities on the ground, which supports the growth of local manufacturing, enhances national content, and contributes to creating long-term sustainable economic value for the UAE.

TBX Nexxia is preparing to support the region’s energy infrastructure for decades to come, in turn contributing to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a reliable industrial center serving local and international markets. It relies on its total production capacity of 20,000 tons per year of corrosion-resistant oil and gas well preparation pipe products, in addition to its growing technical workforce.

The launch of “TBX Nexxia” embodies the importance of long-term partnerships in transforming national ambitions into tangible operational capabilities.

This comes in parallel with the acceleration of the pace of industrial development in the UAE through initiatives such as “Made in the Emirates” and the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, “Project 300 Billion.”

This platform reflects a shared commitment between Mubadala and Topax to invest in infrastructure that will create real value, by improving the reliability of supply, strengthening the local industry and supporting the long-term economic resilience of the UAE.

This partnership also builds on Topathix’s leadership in ESG, including an ‘A’ rating (Leadership) in the Carbon Disclosure Project’s Climate Disclosure Assessment.

The company also ranks highly in Standard & Poor’s Global’s sustainability ratings, in line with the group’s sustainability roadmap, “Ambition 2030.”

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