Abu Dhabi crown prince reviews ADNOC plans amid regional tensions

ABU DHABI – Abu Dhabi’s state-owned oil giant ADNOC has reinforced its business continuity plans and operational safeguards in response to escalating tensions in the Gulf, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Wednesday.

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan chaired a meeting of ADNOC’s Executive Committee at the company’s headquarters, reviewing comprehensive measures to protect personnel, assets and production capabilities.

The meeting focused on ADNOC’s preparedness across a range of potential scenarios, following international best practices adopted by leading energy companies to mitigate risks from emergencies, crises, or regional disruptions. 

Sheikh Khaled praised the company’s rapid response and resilience, highlighting that preventive measures extend across all group companies to safeguard critical facilities, maintain operational continuity, and meet local, regional and international energy demand.

Temporary adjustments have been implemented for exportable products to address potential disruptions to maritime shipping caused by recent regional developments, including ballistic missile and drone attacks linked to Iran. 

A detailed operational report reviewed at the meeting noted minor impacts at certain facilities due to debris from successful UAE air defence interceptions. 

Authorities characterised the attacks as serious violations of international law, posing direct threats to regional stability and global energy security.

Following the meeting, Sheikh Khaled connected virtually with frontline teams across ADNOC sites and commended their dedication and professionalism, affirming that the company’s resilient operating model ensures the uninterrupted delivery of energy supplies despite ongoing challenges.

ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber criticised Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz as “global economic extortion” and a threat the world cannot tolerate. He called for international measures to safeguard the free flow of energy and urged compliance with UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which mandates free navigation through the strait.

Al Jaber’s remarks underscore the vulnerability of global oil markets to regional tensions, as ADNOC continues to monitor developments on a location-by-location, product-by-product, and transaction-by-transaction basis to meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders.

The crown prince emphasised that ADNOC’s preparedness and the high level of coordination among national entities demonstrate Abu Dhabi’s commitment to energy security and global supply reliability, even amid volatile geopolitical conditions.