The initiative aims to boost Aramco’s Upstream computing capabilities in hydrocarbon discovery and recovery.
Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, and solutions by stc, a leading enabler in digital transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the region, are collaborating to deploy a next-generation high-performance supercomputer, as part of Aramco’s ongoing digital transformation efforts. The initiative aims to boost Aramco’s Upstream computing capabilities in hydrocarbon discovery and recovery and will be the largest deployment of computing infrastructure in Aramco’s history. This collaboration marks a major leap in Aramco’s digital transformation, positioning the company at the forefront of computational power in the energy sector.
The new supercomputer will serve as a critical enabler for Aramco’s Upstream operations, enabling advanced seismic data processing and large-scale reservoir modeling and simulation. Designed to handle immense data volumes with high speed and precision, this powerful system will have seven times more compute capacity than is currently available for Aramco’s Upstream operations. By significantly enhancing seismic imaging and reservoir simulation capabilities, the new supercomputer aims to redefine the speed and accuracy of hydrocarbon discovery and recovery, maximize recovery rates from existing fields across Saudi Arabia, and extend field longevity.
Abdul Hameed A. Al-Dughaither, Aramco Executive Vice President of EXPEC & Drilling, said: “Aramco’s digital evolution is redefining what is possible for hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir management. With this next-generation supercomputer, being deployed through our strategic collaboration with solutions by stc, we aim to set a new standard in computational excellence. This milestone underscores our focus on harnessing advanced technologies to drive performance by unlocking new reserves, optimizing recovery rates, and identifying new ways to capture value.”
The $372.5 million (SAR 1.4 bn) project includes the deployment of a supercomputer tailored to support both seismic interpretation and reservoir modeling activities. Leveraging advanced technologies from global leaders in high-performance computing, the project aims to provide Aramco with a competitive advantage in data-intensive Upstream operations.
