Salam Petroleum Services

What Salam Petroleum Services does

Salam Petroleum Services (SPS) is a Doha-headquartered, privately held engineering and consultancy firm that supplies integrated equipment, automation, safety, and energy-efficiency solutions to Qatar's oil & gas, petrochemical, government, and infrastructure sectors. Founded around 1999 (with operations traceable to 1985 via group roots) as the Energy Division of Salam International Investment Ltd (SIIL), the company organizes its offering into six divisions: Fire Safety, Security and Environmental (FSS); Chemicals; Instrumentation and Automation; Renewables and Energy Efficiency Solutions; Mechanical Supply and Services; and Projects and Services (FEED/ECS/EPIC execution). The technology stack rests on third-party industrial platforms rather than proprietary IP: Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLCs and medium voltage drives, Dräger Safety breathing apparatus, Kratos Safety fall arrest PPE, and TE Connectivity energy products, supplemented by SCADA, gas detection, fire protection, solar PV, and energy management systems.

The business model is sales-led and project-based. Revenue is generated from four streams: (1) hardware sales of PPE, fire safety equipment, gas detection, mechanical and electrical equipment, solar systems and chemicals under long-term supply and call-off contracts; (2) engineering and consultancy services for FEED, ECS, and EPIC projects; (3) managed maintenance, calibration, and support services; and (4) projects executed as prime or sub-contractor. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; engagement occurs through direct enterprise sales, competitive bidding, and negotiated long-term agreements with state-owned operators such as QatarEnergy, Qatar Gas, QAFAC, North Oil Company, Q-Chem, Qatar Aluminum, Ashghal, Mwani, and Qatar Civil Defense. Marketing is driven by an active blog, technology day seminars, and participation in industry exhibitions including Milipol Qatar, TAWTEEN Forum, and ISEM.

Geographic footprint is anchored in Qatar, with regional extension via the Salam Group Energy subsidiary into Saudi Arabia (approved contractor status for National Water Company and SCADA/Control Center projects) and broader GCC coverage. The company operates from a West Bay Doha headquarters plus warehouse/distribution facilities in Al Wakrah and the Industrial Area. SPS is privately held with no external funding rounds disclosed and benefits from institutional backing as part of the SIIL group.

Name

Salam Petroleum Services

Legal name

Salam Petroleum Services

Website

https://salam-petrol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Oil & Gas Equipment and Engineering Services

NAICS

Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333132), Mining and Oil and Gas Field Machinery Manufacturing (33313)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533), Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389)

akta.pro primary industry

Oilfield Equipment Manufacturing & Supply (Wellheads, BOPs, Surface Equipment) (EUALABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Oilfield & Refining Specialty Chemicals (IMAEABAI), Oil & Gas Facilities Asset Management (Refining/Terminals/LNG) (EUAEAMAG), Emergency Response & Incident Management (Gas Distribution) (EUAJAAAD)

Keywords

• Oil and gas equipment
• Fire safety solutions
• Industrial automation services
• Instrumentation and control
• Energy efficiency solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Doha

HQ country

Qatar

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: SPS generates revenue through the sale of a diverse range of products including personal protective equipment (PPE), fire safety equipment, gas detection devices, petrochemical products, solar systems and panels, electrical products (cable management, compressors), mechanical equipment (cranes, cable management), and respiratory protection. Products are supplied to oil & gas companies, EPIC contractors, and government entities under long-term supply agreements and call-off contracts.
2. Engineering and Consultancy Services: SPS provides engineering design, project management, supervision, and consultancy services for FEED, ECS, and EPIC projects in instrumentation, automation, fire & gas, and mechanical domains. Revenue is generated through project-based professional service engagements with energy sector clients.
3. Maintenance and Support Services: SPS provides ongoing maintenance, calibration, repair, breakdown services, and modification works for fire & gas detection systems and industrial automation equipment under call-off and long-term maintenance contracts.
4. Projects and Services: SPS bids and executes small to medium scale FEED, ECS, and EPIC projects as both prime contractor and sub-contractor, generating revenue through project delivery contracts with energy sector clients.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Salam Petroleum Services supplies oil and gas equipment, automation, fire safety, security, and energy efficiency solutions through six core divisions: Fire Safety/Security/Environmental (FSS), Chemicals, Instrumentation and Automation, Renewables and Energy Efficiency, Mechanical Supply and Services, and Projects and Services. The company delivers engineering consultancy, FEED/ECS/EPIC project execution, product supply, and long-term maintenance contracts to oil & gas, petrochemical, and government clients in Qatar and the GCC.

Product overview

Salam Petroleum Services (SPS) is a comprehensive engineering and consultancy company operating as a subsidiary of Salam International Investment Ltd (SIIL). The company offers a diversified portfolio of products and services organized into six core divisions: Fire Safety, Security and Environmental (FSS); Chemicals; Instrumentation and Automation; Renewables and Energy Efficiency Solutions; Mechanical; and Projects and Services. The FSS division provides complete safety solutions including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) covering head, eyewear, respiratory, ear, hand, and foot protection, along with flame retardant clothing, environmental protection equipment, and detection/protection systems. The Chemicals division handles total chemical and environmental management for oilfield, refinery, and petrochemical applications. The Instrumentation and Automation division offers EPC projects, control system upgrades, PLC systems, and fire and gas systems. Renewables and Energy Efficiency Solutions includes solar systems, integrated energy management, and charging stations. The Mechanical division supplies material handling equipment (cranes, hoists), air compressors, and cable management systems. MEP Services and Projects and Services provide comprehensive project management for FEED, ECS, and EPIC projects. This unified platform approach allows SPS to serve clients from project conception through product supply and ongoing maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Safety, Security and Environmental (FSS) Complete fire, safety and security solutions including personal protective equipment, gas detection equipment, and warning systems for clients in the energy sector.
• Chemicals and Environmental Management Total chemical and environment management contracts along with supply of oilfield, refinery, and petrochemical performance chemicals for energy sector operators.
• Instrumentation and Automation Systematic support including engineering, design, supervision, management information systems, and after-sales support for instrumentation and automation, including EPC projects, PLC upgrade works, and control system upgrades.
• Renewables and Energy Efficiency Solutions Energy and water management, energy auditing, solar systems integration, and integrated energy management solutions delivered by SPS engineers for industrial and energy clients.
• Mechanical Supply and Services Mechanical division operating primarily as an agent for several FEED and EPIC projects, supplying mechanical equipment (cranes, material handling, compressors) and providing associated services.
• Projects and Services (FEED/ECS/EPIC) Project Management services with capability to bid on small to medium scale FEED (Front-End Engineering Design), ECS, and EPIC (Engineering, Procurement, Installation, Commissioning) projects for the energy sector.
• MEP Services Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing services covering the full project lifecycle for industrial and commercial applications.
• Fire and Gas Detection Systems Supply, installation, and commissioning of fire alarm systems, gas detection systems, fire protection systems, gaseous fire extinguishing systems, and long-term maintenance of fire and gas systems for oil & gas facilities.
• PLC Upgrade and Automation Modernization Projects End-to-end PLC upgrade projects including engineering, supply, site installation, FAT testing, and commissioning for Allen Bradley systems across multiple QatarEnergy and Q-Chem facilities. Cover control systems upgrades, MOV PACSCAN, and LV switchboard modifications.
• Medium Voltage Drive Solutions Supply and installation of Rockwell Automation Medium Voltage Drives with outdoor ONAN transformers and Condition Monitoring Systems for sewage treatment plant and industrial applications.
• SCADA / Control Center Solutions SCADA control center and operational control center implementation for water utility infrastructure, including the Al Baha SCADA Control Center Project for National Water Company in Saudi Arabia.

Quantifiable outcome

• SPS was awarded the Contractor Safety Leadership Award by Qatar Fuel Additives Company (QAFAC) in November 2024, recognizing unwavering commitment to safety throughout 2024.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Qatar University — College of EngineeringminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 February 2021Qatar University's College of Engineering and Al-Salam Petroleum Services Company signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding cooperation in the field of drilling fluids and oil field chemicals. The MOU was signed by Dr. Omar Al-Ansari, Vice President of Qatar University for Academic Affairs, and Mr. Abdul Salam Abu Issa, CEO of Al-Salam International Investment Limited.
• TE ConnectivitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 September 2019SPS signed a Distribution Agreement with TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH for Energy and Power Electrical Products. TE Connectivity has 75 years of experience in connectivity products, over $14 billion sales in 2018, and manufactures 220 billion products annually. Products covered include Cable Accessories up to 36kV, Connectors & Fittings, Insulation & Protection, and Raysulate products.
• Rockwell AutomationcoreTechnology or Integration · 7 May 2019SPS celebrates 20 years of partnership and cooperation with Rockwell Automation. The relationship involves distribution, integration, and project execution using Rockwell Automation solutions including Allen Bradley PLC systems, control systems upgrades, and medium voltage drives. EMEA Market Access Director Dominic Molloy leads engagement from the Rockwell side.
• ISA Qatar ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 April 2019SPS collaborated with Rockwell Automation and ISA Qatar Chapter to organize a Technology Day seminar at Hilton Hotel Doha on April 24, 2019. The seminar covered Network Safety, Security and Cyber Security topics, combining technology leadership with professional association reach.
• Kratos SafetycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 April 2019SPS became the official distributor of Kratos Safety from France. Kratos Safety is the only manufacturer of fall arrest PPE with a fully vertically integrated factory. SPS distributes Kratos Safety's fall arrest and personal protective equipment product line in Qatar.
• Dräger SafetycoreTechnology or Integration · 7 May 2016SPS's Fire, Safety and Security department works in corporation with Dräger Safety as their principal for fire breathing apparatus. SPS conducted specialized user training for Qatar's Civil Defense on Dräger PSS 7000 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Dräger PSS Merlin Entry Control Board. Dräger is described as one of the major suppliers and partners for Qatar Civil Defense.
• Salam International Investment Ltd (SIIL)coreOthersSPS is a proud subsidiary of the Energy Division of Salam International Investment Ltd (SIIL), a diversified international investment group. SIIL provides institutional backing, capital, and group synergies across Salam Petroleum Services and its sibling companies.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• KBR, Inc. Global engineering and government services firm with deep Middle East operations delivering EPC, asset management, and automation services to oil, gas, and petrochemical clients — overlapping with SPS's project execution and instrumentation scope.
• Worley Limited: Global EPC and energy services company with a substantial Qatar and GCC presence (including legacy Kentz operations) competing for the same FEED/EPIC scopes SPS targets at QatarEnergy and other Qatari operators.
• Emerson Automation Solutions: Global automation and control systems supplier (DeltaV, PLCs, instrumentation) competing with SPS's Rockwell-led automation offering for the same QatarEnergy and GCC operator upgrade opportunities.
• Dar Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners): Major Middle East-headquartered engineering consultancy with energy, infrastructure, and industrial clients across the GCC — comparable in the FEED and engineering consultancy segments where SPS competes.
• Yokogawa Electric Corporation: Process automation and instrumentation provider serving global oil & gas and petrochemical markets — overlapping with SPS's EPC automation and control system upgrade business.

Regional players

• ADES International Holding: Middle East- and Africa-focused oilfield services contractor providing drilling and production services to NOCs including in the GCC — comparable regional peer targeting the same oil & gas services opportunities.
• Galfar Engineering & Contracting: Oman-headquartered EPC and engineering services group serving oil & gas, infrastructure, and utilities across the GCC — comparable in project execution scope, MEP capability, and industrial client base.
• Drake & Scull International: UAE-based MEP and infrastructure services contractor with oil & gas and government clients across the Middle East — overlapping with SPS's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing project scope.

Direct peers

• National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC): UAE-based EPC contractor serving ADNOC and GCC national oil companies across offshore and onshore oil & gas projects — directly comparable regional peer in FEED/EPIC, instrumentation, and mechanical supply.
• Qatar Kentz (Worley): Qatar-based EPC arm of Worley (formerly Qatar Kentz), acting as both prime contractor and the same sub-contracting channel SPS serves on QatarEnergy projects — the most direct local peer for instrumentation and FEED/EPIC work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SalamPetroleum
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/salam-petroleum-services-w-l-l-

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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