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UAE suspends operations at Shah gas field
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The United Arab Emirates suspended operations at the Shah gas field on March 16, 2026, while damage from a drone attack is assessed.
Why it matters
Operations at the Shah gas field have been suspended pending a damage assessment after a drone attack. Authorities contained and brought the resulting fire under control and reported no injuries. The Shah field is located about 180 km southwest of Abu Dhabi and is one of the world’s largest gas fields. UAE daily oil output is down by more than half after ADNOC implemented widespread production shut-ins; oil loading operations at Fujairah were suspended twice in recent days, with some loading since restarted.
Implications
- · UAE daily oil output is down by more than half following widespread ADNOC production shut-ins.
- · Oil loading operations at Fujairah experienced at least two recent suspensions; some loading has since restarted.
Who is affected
- · UAE hydrocarbon production operators
- · National oil company production planners
- · Export terminal operators (Fujairah)
- · Field operations and emergency response teams
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