Source : WAM
Borouge Plc on Wednesday announced the successful completion of a proof of concept for AI-powered autonomous operations at its Ruwais facility, achieved in collaboration with Honeywell.
The milestone aligns with Borouge’s strategy to boost operational performance, strengthen long-term competitiveness, and support ADNOC’s goal of becoming the world’s most AI-enabled energy company.
Building on trials conducted in 2025, the proof of concept represents significant progress toward creating the petrochemical industry’s first AI-driven control room for full-scale, real-time operations.
Tested in a live production environment, the results indicate the technology could improve efficiency by up to 20%, enhance reliability by reducing downtime by 20%, and optimize production performance while cutting operating costs by up to 15%.
Additionally, the technology improves process safety and promotes more sustainable operations by reducing energy use and related emissions.
“This milestone reinforces Borouge’s commitment to accelerating growth, enhancing shareholder value, and driving efficiency. By advancing autonomous operations in partnership with Honeywell, we are strengthening our competitive position, supporting ADNOC’s ambition to become the world’s most AI-enabled energy company,” said Hazeem Sultan Al Suwaidi, Chief Executive Officer of Borouge.
The initiative is a key part of Borouge’s AI, Digitalisation & Technology (AIDT) programme, which generated $575 million in value in 2025 through AI- and digital-led projects. The programme reflects the company’s ongoing focus on disciplined execution, operational impact, and long-term value creation.
Jim Masso, President and CEO of Honeywell Process Automation, said, “Our collaboration with Borouge demonstrates how AI-enabled autonomous operations can be deployed safely and effectively in a live production environment. This milestone highlights the potential of advanced connected solutions to deliver meaningful improvements in efficiency, reliability and operational performance at scale.”
Following this successful proof of concept, Borouge plans to further test autonomous operations and explore opportunities to scale the technology across its Ruwais facilities.
