Scaling autonomous inspection for oil & gas operations in Qatar.

Doha, Qatar~Zurich, 06 November 2024 - West Bay Petroleum Co. WLL (WBPS), a subsidiary of Mohamed Bin Hamad Holding Company (MBHHC), and ANYbotics have joined forces in Qatar to transform industrial inspections This partnership introduces the ANYbotics advanced robotic solution ANYmal, engineered to meet the inspection needs of Qatari Oil & Gas operations. WBP's local expertise and experience in inspection solutions ensure successful deployment and support, representing a step change in the regional inspection ecosystem.

Bringing Automated Inspection to Oil and Gas Operations in Qatar
With Qatar's immense Oil & Gas reserves, the State of Qatar is a key player in the global energy market and influences supply and pricing. The partnership between WBP and ANYbotics underlines the growing demand for automated, robotic inspections in the Oil & Gas sector and beyond. WBP will offer groundbreaking autonomous inspection solutions as part of its comprehensive technical support in Qatar. By leveraging WBP's local knowledge, industry relationships, and prominent role in this ecosystem, ANYbotics will meet the unique inspection needs of this vital market and enhance customer support.

"WBP's long-standing pedigree in the Oil & Gas Industry gives us the ability to understand the needs and the requirements of the Country's most important industries. Our aim is to work with global powerhouses to bring technologies to Qatar that not only benefit key industries but also work in line with Qatar's Vision 2030. Partnering with ANYbotics is the next step we proudly undertake in order to help Qatar's Industries rise up to meet their Industry 4.0 objectives and be part of their digital transformation journey." — H.E. Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Al-Thani, Chairman WBP.

Transforming Regional Inspection with Autonomous Robotics
By adding the ANYbotics robot ANYmal to its portfolio, WBP is expanding its technological capabilities and transforming the inspection landscape in Qatar. This development opens the door to safer, more efficient, automated, and accurate inspection processes.

ANYmal is a rugged, autonomous, and highly mobile inspection solution with mission-ready payloads engineered for industrial inspections and condition monitoring in complex and hazardous environments. As an end-to-end solution, ANYmal automates real-time data gathering and integration through superior mobility, autonomy, and intelligence. ANYmal provides plant operators with insights to maximize asset uptime, reduce operating costs, and improve safety by keeping workers out of harm's way.

"Our partnership with West Bay Petroleum brings advanced robotic inspections to the forefront of Qatar's Oil & Gas sector, combining local expertise with cutting-edge technology to meet evolving industry demands. " — Satschin Bansal, Global VP Strategic Alliances & Partnerships, ANYbotics.

WBP offers ANYmal inspection solutions for direct purchase, a range of local support services, customer training, and technical expertise to ensure successful implementation and operation.

ANYbotics and WBP announced the partnership in Doha, Qatar, at ConteQ Expo24, the Advanced Technology for Construction and Services Exhibition.

About West Bay Petroleum
West Bay Petroleum Co. WLL, established in 1985 as a subsidiary of Mohammed Bin Hamad Holding Company (MBHHC), is one of the oldest and most trusted suppliers of chemicals and services to the oil and gas industry in Qatar. The company provides technical support to refineries and supplies key chemicals to major oil companies. Under the Leadership of H.E. Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Al-Thani, Chairman of MBHHC, WBP has expanded its operations in the fields of Drone and Robotics technology in the State of Qatar through partnerships with Global Leaders such as Flyability, Wingtra, and ANYbotics.

About ANYbotics
ANYbotics, a global leader in AI-driven robot inspection solutions, tackles critical industry challenges in safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Designed for the toughest industrial environments, ANYbotics' ANYmal robots excel in autonomous operations, advanced mobility, and real-time data collection, making them ideal for tasks such as routine inspections, remote operations, or predictive maintenance. Trusted by hundreds of industry leaders in energy, power, metals, mining, and chemicals worldwide, ANYbotics aims to augment industrial workforces with autonomous robots, addressing labor shortages and keeping workers out of harm's way. Supported by over CHF 70M in funding from leading European and Silicon Valley investors and a 200-expert team, ANYbotics has been shaping the future of industrial automation since 2009 with offices in Zurich and San Francisco.