Enhance plant performance and sustainability through activated carbon purification in gas sweetening: A Case Study

Anaam H. Al-ShaikhAli is a Research Science Specialist at Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Science from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and has 19 years of combined academic and industrial experience. Her work focuses on advanced materials characterization, supporting a broad spectrum of range of research and development initiatives as well as upstream and downstream operational challenges. Her technical expertise includes a wide range of analytical techniques, particularly microscopy, spectroscopy, and thermal analysis. Anaam has made significant contributions to her field, authoring 10 peer-reviewed publications, holding three granted patents, and delivering 17 presentations at national and international scientific conferences. Her current research interests include catalyst development for industrial applications, material failure analysis, material selection, corrosion investigations, and technology development.

Nasser A. Al-Qahtani serves as a Lead Engineer in Aramco’s Technology Oversight & Coordination division within the Research and Analytical Services Department. He has been instrumental in the design, commissioning, and operational support of gas sweetening and hydrocarbon oil stabilization plants. Mr. Al-Qahtani led the design and pre-commissioning efforts for the Tanajib Gas Plant’s flaring and utility systems, and has made significant contributions to various process optimization, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability projects. He is the author of numerous technical and management publications and has been awarded five U.S. patents for his innovative work in the oil and gas sector.