KLN Logistics Group Limited, through its KLN Project division, has announced significant progress on the construction of the Wellhead Platform A (WHPA) in the Bahr Essalam offshore gas field in Libya. As consortium leader appointed by Mellitah Oil & Gas Company, KLN is steering this engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) initiative, one of the largest in the Mediterranean, with a contract value exceeding HK$10bn ($1.28bn).
Targeting 2027 for operational launch
Launched in 2024, the project reached a key technical milestone between June and July 2025 with the beginning of fabrication for essential modules: the topside, jacket structure and living quarters. These components, totalling 20,000 tonnes of steel structures, are currently under assembly, keeping the project on track for its planned 2027 commissioning.
KLN is responsible for full project oversight, procurement of specialised technical equipment and coordination of offshore installation phases. Its integrated approach ensures operations remain on schedule, with strict adherence to quality and logistics standards, despite the complexities associated with large-scale offshore construction.
Growth lever for KLN’s industrial division
Marco Oriolo, Chief Executive Officer of Global Industrial Projects at KLN Project, stated that “the progress made over the past two years on the WHPA project reflects our ability to deliver critical offshore platforms with operational discipline and precision”. He added that the consortium remained aligned to deliver infrastructure vital to regional energy stability.
Active across energy infrastructure projects in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, KLN Project continues its strategic expansion. The WHPA project aligns with the company’s commitment to long-term industrial investments, addressing the rising demand for gas production infrastructure. The group’s industrial project business is expected to be a key revenue growth driver in the coming years.
