ASMO, the joint venture between Saudi Aramco Development Company and DHL, recently announced it has launched its operations in the Central Pipe Yard (CPY) near Abqaiq, an Aramco facility covering over 5 million square meters that serves as one of the world’s largest logistics hubs for Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) and Line Pipe materials.
CPY supports Aramco’s Upstream, Downstream, and capital projects by storing and distributing OCTG and Line Pipe materials essential to drilling and production activities. Under ASMO’s management, operations will focus on elevating service levels, streamlining material flow, enhancing inventory visibility, and ensuring reliable delivery across Aramco’s supply chain network.
Earlier this year, ASMO also assumed management of Aramco’s warehousing facilities in Riyadh and Jazan. Its managed supply chain network now spans three major sites, forming the foundation of a national framework that supports Aramco’s long-term supply chain transformation while contributing to Saudi Vision 2030 to position the Kingdom as a global supply chain and logistics hub.
Vital Role
“The Central Pipe Yard has long played a vital role in supporting our operations in Aramco,” affirmed Sulaiman M. Al Rubaian, Senior Vice President of Procurement & Supply Chain Management at Aramco.
“This transition marks a significant step in our supply chain transformation as ASMO aims to introduce cutting-edge technology solutions, improve performance, and introduce efficiencies that will uplift supply chain service levels across CPY operations. Through this partnership, we are laying the foundation for a more resilient, agile and efficient supply chain that serves Aramco and contributes to the Kingdom’s strategic ambitions,” he explained.
“The transition of CPY operations to ASMO marks a significant milestone in our journey, as we continue to expand our footprint in the Kingdom and strengthen our capabilities,” asserted Craig Roberts, CEO, ASMO.
