Larsen & Toubro - Master Gas System -3 Package #8
Diameter: 56''
WT: 14 - 20mm
Distance: 480km
Characteristics
- Automatic welding of the root-pass GMAW-RMD with copper-backing.
- Filling/ capping with Advanced Pulse (P-GMAW).
- Welding in ambiental temperature over 50 degrees celsius.
- Best production day; completed 71 joints in a single shift
Larsen & Toubro constructs the Master Gas System 3 – Package #8 for Saudi Aramco
In the second quarter of 2024, Larsen & Toubro started the construction on the Master Gas System 3 – Package #8 in Saudi Arabia. This key project is designed to upgrade and expand the East-West Gas Pipeline network, connecting EWPS-8 to EWPS-10 and delivering reliable, high-capacity natural gas transmission across the region.
About Larsen & Toubro
Larsen & Toubro is a leading Indian engineering and construction company providing large-scale energy and infrastructure solutions. The company offers construction, commissioning, maintenance, and welding services for oil & gas, energy, and industrial sectors. Larsen & Toubro emphasizes advanced technologies and skilled personnel to achieve operational excellence in every project.
Master Gas System – Package #8
The Master Gas System 3 – Package #8 in Saudi Arabia is a state-of-the-art pipeline project spanning 480 km, designed to transport natural gas efficiently and safely. The project includes high-precision pipeline welding and complex construction in harsh desert conditions. Key features and technical highlights include:
- Welding operations executed in extreme ambient temperatures exceeding 50°C, demonstrating engineering resilience.
- Deployment of two complete welding spreads using our PWT XCS automatic welding system, delivering consistent, high-quality welds for large-scale pipeline construction.
- Complex route through desert terrain, requiring careful planning for logistics, material handling, and workforce safety.
- Integration with the East-West Gas Pipeline network to connect critical compressor stations EWPS-8 and EWPS-10.
- High standards of safety, environmental compliance, and quality assurance maintained throughout the project execution.
By combining Larsen & Toubro’s expertise with our PWT XCS automated welding technology, the Master Gas System 3 – Package #8 project enhances Saudi Arabia’s natural gas infrastructure, strengthens local capabilities, and ensures the delivery of reliable energy to support industrial and residential demand across the region.

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Larsen & Toubro completed EWG-03 section of MGS-III Package 8 pipeline

51 Pipeline welds completed in single shift with zero repair rate

Two automatic welding productivity records in one week on MGS-III




