 Pearl Gas to Liquids (GTL) is the largest project ever launched in Qatar. It will be the world’s largest GTL plant and will cement Qatar’s place as the GTL capital of the world. The Qatargas 4 LNG project is being developed by Qatargas on behalf of shareholders QP and Shell (30 per cent). The project combines Shell’s global leadership amongst private energy companies in LNG with Qatar’s vision to become the world’s largest LNG supplier. Shell has established a world-class research and development facility and a learning centre at the Qatar Science & Technology Park. We call this facility the Qatar Shell Research & Technology Centre and we are committed to investing up to $100 million on programmes there over 10 years. Shell has been appointed by Qatar Gas Transport Company (known as Nakilat) as shipping and maritime services provider for one of the most significant fleets in the global LNG business. A key element of the agreement is the commitment to develop Nakilat's shipping expertise. We have a strategic partnership with Qatar Petroleum International to work together on projects around the world throughout the energy value chain. We are working with Qatar Fuels (WOQOD) to supply Shell marine lubricants in the ports of Qatar. WOQOD is also providing Shell marine lubricants to Nakilat vessels abroad. We are proud that the State of Qatar has chosen Shell to be their partner in these projects. |