QatarEnergy and Shell’s Pearl GTL recognised by World Economic Forum as Global Lighthouse Site

Doha: Pearl GTL, the world s largest gas to liquids facility, has been officially recognised by the World Economic Forum (WEF) as a member of its pres...

Doha: Pearl GTL, the world’s largest gas-to-liquids facility, has been officially recognised by the World Economic Forum (WEF) as a member of its prestigious Global Lighthouse Network. This milestone marks the first time a Qatari facility has received this honour, placing Pearl GTL among a select group of industrial sites globally that are leading the way in deploying Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies at scale.

Pearl GTL is operated by Shell on behalf of the State of Qatar, represented by QatarEnergy, and this recognition reflects the strength of their long-standing partnership. The facility has delivered measurable improvements in reliability, emissions reduction, and operational efficiency through the deployment of over 45 advanced digital solutions, including AI-driven predictive analytics, digital twin platforms and real-time integrity monitoring.

The site exemplifies how digital transformation can drive significant progress in operational excellence, cost efficiency, safety and environmental performance, demonstrating the tangible value of embracing next-generation technologies in large-scale industrial settings.

QatarEnergy has played a pivotal role in enabling this transformation. Its strategic oversight and commitment to innovation have ensured that Pearl GTL not only meets but exceeds global benchmarks for sustainable energy production.

In recent years, Shell has brought its digital innovation capabilities to the venture. Pearl GTL is the culmination of Shell’s global experience and digital transformation strategy, and it has been recognised internally as an aspirational asset, earning Shell’s Asset of the Year accolades two years in a row and Digital Asset of the Year in 2023.