ADNOC Remains at the Centre of UAE Oil Production: ADNOC remains the dominant force in UAE oil production, with crude production capacity of around 4.85 million barrels per day and a target of reaching 5 million barrels per day by 2027. Its upstream portfolio includes major onshore and offshore assets across Abu Dhabi. In 2026, ADNOC is also increasing the use of artificial intelligence and advanced technology across its operations.
ADNOC Onshore Powers Major Crude Production: ADNOC Onshore operates several of Abu Dhabi’s most important oil-producing fields and remains a key contributor to UAE crude output. Its portfolio includes major assets producing Murban crude, one of the country’s most important export grades. The company is increasingly integrating digital systems, automation and advanced data analytics into field operations to improve production efficiency, asset performance and operational decision-making.
ADNOC Offshore Operates Major Oil Fields: ADNOC Offshore manages some of Abu Dhabi’s largest offshore oil and gas assets, including Upper Zakum, Lower Zakum, Umm Shaif and Nasr. Offshore production remains essential to the UAE’s overall crude capacity. In addition to maintaining large-scale operations, the company is adopting digital monitoring, remote technologies and advanced operational systems designed to improve productivity, reliability and efficiency across complex offshore facilities.
Al Yasat Petroleum Develops New Abu Dhabi Resources: Al Yasat Petroleum, a joint venture between ADNOC and China National Petroleum Corporation, develops oil and gas resources in Abu Dhabi. Its portfolio includes offshore and onshore assets, with development programmes designed to unlock additional production. The company is also using innovative technologies and leaner operating models as Abu Dhabi seeks to maximise its hydrocarbon resources while maintaining efficient upstream operations.
Al Dhafra Petroleum Unlocks Undeveloped Resources: Al Dhafra Petroleum focuses on developing previously undeveloped oil and gas resources in Abu Dhabi. Its activities include the Haliba field and other assets in the emirate’s southeastern areas. The company uses innovative development methods and modern production technologies to bring resources into commercial production. Its work supports ADNOC’s broader strategy of increasing capacity and improving the value of Abu Dhabi’s upstream resources.
ADNOC Drilling Supports Expanding Production: ADNOC Drilling provides essential drilling services supporting the UAE’s upstream production plans. In 2026, ADNOC and SLB announced deployment of an artificial-intelligence platform across more than 120 drilling rigs. The technology is designed to improve drilling performance, operational efficiency and decision-making. As the UAE works toward higher production capacity, drilling technology is becoming increasingly important to faster and more efficient resource development.
UAE Oil Production Is Becoming More Technology-Driven: The UAE’s oil industry is increasingly combining large-scale production with artificial intelligence, automation and advanced digital technologies. ADNOC continues targeting 5 million barrels per day of crude production capacity by 2027, while investing in technology to improve efficiency. In 2026, AI-powered drilling initiatives and digital operations show how the UAE is using technology to maintain competitiveness across its evolving oil and gas sector.