Expanding its footprint in Saudi Arabia, ADNOC Distribution aims to establish 160 additional fuel stations by the year 2026.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company for Distribution (ADNOC Distribution) has announced ambitious plans to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia. The company aims to open 160 new service stations in 2026, bringing the total number of stations in the kingdom to 300 by the end of the year.
This growth strategy is part of ADNOC's broader regional expansion, which includes the UAE and Egypt, where it currently operates a total of about 940 stations. The company's CEO, Badr Saeed Al Lamki, has highlighted the potential for significant growth in Saudi Arabia, a market that ADNOC has already made inroads into, having doubled its footprint from 70 stations at the end of 2024 to 140 by mid-2025.
The expansion in Saudi Arabia will leverage a dealer-owned (agent-owned) model, a strategy that has already proven successful in accelerating growth while maintaining a balance between expansion and return on investment. This model is expected to be considered for deployment in other markets beyond Saudi Arabia.
ADNOC Distribution has earmarked $250-300 million in capital expenditure for organic growth, including new station construction and expanding non-fuel services. This investment is supported by the company’s strong financial position, as evidenced by its 12.2% net profit increase in the first half of 2025, with record fuel sales of over 7 billion liters.
Aside from fuel sales, ADNOC is focusing on increasing revenue from non-fuel services such as car care, Oasis convenience stores, and rental units. The company is using artificial intelligence and data analytics to optimize supply chains and personalize retail offerings to customers.
The growth drive in Saudi Arabia is one part of ADNOC's regional strategy. ADNOC's lubricants are currently being exported to 47 markets, and the company's lubricants are now being produced for export in Egypt.
This strategy positions ADNOC Distribution as a key player in Saudi Arabia’s fuel retail sector, with accelerated growth driven by an ownership model that balances expansion with return on investment. The company plans to pay a $350 million interim dividend in October 2025, reflecting its strong financial performance.
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- ADNOC Distribution, a major player in the energy industry and business sector, has announced its plans to expand significantly in Saudi Arabia, a move that is part of its broader regional expansion including the UAE and Egypt.
- As part of this growth strategy, ADNOC Distribution aims to open 160 new service stations in 2026, which will bring the total number of stations in the kingdom to 300 by the end of the year.
- The expansion plan is expected to leverage a dealer-owned model, a strategy that has already proven successful in other markets, with a focus on accelerating growth while maintaining a balance between expansion and return on investment.
