Reducing NORM Waste in the Oil & Gas Industry: A Sustainable Decontamination Approach
Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) is a major by-product of oil and gas operations, generated during drilling, production, processing, and storage activities. When improperly managed, NORM poses serious risks to worker safety, environmental health, and long-term operational sustainability. Traditional decontamination methods, while effective in reducing radiation levels, often create excessive secondary radioactive waste—adding cost, complexity, […]
KAG 2000 Thermal Desorption Unit: Advanced Soil, Water, and Vapour Remediation Technology
Environmental contamination of soil, groundwater, and vapour pathways presents a serious challenge for industrial, oil & gas, and infrastructure projects. Addressing these challenges requires technologies that are not only effective, but also safe, mobile, and environmentally responsible. The KAG 2000 Thermal Desorption Unit represents a modern solution designed to remediate contaminated materials efficiently while maintaining […]
Egypt’s Regulatory Framework for the Treatment of Oily Hazardous Waste
As industrial activity continues to expand across Egypt—particularly in the oil, gas, and manufacturing sectors—the management of oily hazardous waste has become a national environmental priority. To address the risks posed by improper waste handling, the Egyptian government has established a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework that mandates the safe treatment, transport, and disposal of […]
Kuwait’s Long-Term Environmental Recovery After the Gulf War Oil Spills
The 1991 Gulf War resulted in one of the largest environmental disasters in modern history when retreating forces deliberately released millions of barrels of oil into Kuwait’s desert and the Arabian Gulf. The scale of destruction affected land, marine ecosystems, air quality, and public health. In response, the Government of Kuwait—supported by international expertise—launched extensive […]
GCC Mandates on Oily Hazardous Waste: Why Professional NORM Management Is No Longer Optional
Across the GCC, governments have introduced strict environmental regulations governing the handling, treatment, and disposal of oily hazardous waste and Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM). These mandates are driven by growing environmental risks, public health concerns, and the long-term impact of uncontrolled industrial waste. For oil & gas operators, refineries, petrochemical plants, and industrial facilities, […]
Comprehensive NORM Management & Environmental Services by RAS
Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) is a critical challenge across the oil, gas, and industrial sectors. From production facilities and storage tanks to pipelines and soil, unmanaged NORM contamination can pose serious risks to personnel safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability. At RAS, we deliver end-to-end NORM and environmental services designed to identify, control, remediate, […]
Sustainable NORM Decontamination: A Smarter Path for the Oil & Gas Industry
By RAS – Advanced Industrial & Environmental Solutions Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) is an unavoidable byproduct of oil and gas operations. From drilling and production to storage and transportation, radioactive scale and sludge can accumulate inside equipment such as tanks, pipelines, ESP pumps, and confined spaces. If not managed correctly, NORM poses serious risks […]