HASSI R’MEL GAS COMPR. BOOSTING PHASEIII

1. Project Overview

Project Overview This project is the EPC cooperation project of Sonatrach HASSI R’MEL GAS COMPR. BOOSTING PHASE III, with Tecnimont as the partner. The core deliverables are BXJ-S junction boxes and HRMD92 junction boxes. The project contract was signed on March 28, 2025, with the agreed delivery date set for July 5, 2025. It is a typical emergency delivery project characterized by short cycle and high variability. Our team was required to complete the entire process—from technical docking, drawing confirmation, material preparation to production and delivery—within an extremely tight timeframe, while adapting to frequent technical modifications, and ultimately achieved the delivery target successfully.

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2. Customer background and challenges

Client Background & Core Challenges

• Client Background: As the EPC general contractor of the project, Tecnimontprovides services for the key HRM project under Sonatrach. It imposes stringent requirements on the timeliness and technical compliance of equipment delivery, which directly affects the overall progress of the project.
• Core Challenges: ① Extremely short cycle: The period from contract signing to the agreed delivery date was only about 3.5 months, far shorter than the conventional production cycle of similar products in the industry, necessitating the breaking of routine process constraints. ② Frequent technical modifications: The client adjusted technical requirements multiple times during project execution, which was prone to repeated drawing revisions and material changes, thus increasing delivery risks. ③ Balancing “rapid response” and “quality compliance”: It was critical to avoid compromising product performance in the rush to meet the delivery schedule.

3. OurSolution

Detailed Solutions to address the core pain points of short cycle and high variability, our team formulated a three-dimensional solution of “Proactive Preparation + Agile Response + Classified Management”, focusing on the efficient delivery of the two core products: BXJ-S junction boxes and HRMD92 junction boxes.

• Proactive Material Preparation: Breaking the conventional mode of “material preparation only after full drawing approval”, we initiated the procurement of casings and stocking of core materials for BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes immediately upon receiving the CODE Bphase documents—a key milestone in drawing approval. This move locked in critical supply chain resources and saved valuable time for the production phase.
• Agile Technical Docking: An “immediate response” communication mechanismwas established. Upon receiving technical modification requests from the client, our internal technical team convened special meetings with the purchaser’s technical personnel without delay. The teams sorted out modification details item by item, clarified the scope of changes, potential impacts and implementation plans, and documented all discussions in writing simultaneously. This ensured a mutual understanding of the revised content, prevented subsequent disputes, and expedited the finalization and approval of drawings.
• Classified Production Management: Based on the product characteristics and order specifications of BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes, production orders and manufacturing drawings were classified and filed by “product model + delivery batch”. Packaging processes were planned in advance, reducing redundant time spent on sorting and packaging in the later stage and improving delivery efficiency.

4. Implementation Process &Timeline

• March 28, 2025: The project contract was officially signed, specifying BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes as the deliverables and setting July 5, 2025 as the agreed delivery date.
• Mid-April 2025: CODE B drawing documents were received. Procurement of casings and stocking of core materials for the two product lines were launched immediately, while docking for the final approval of drawings proceeded in parallel.
• April – June 2025: During this period, the client put forward multiple technical modification requests. Our team organized a total of 6 special technical communication meetings, quickly confirmed the modification plans and updated the drawings to ensure minimal disruption to production.
• Early June 2025: Final approval of drawings was obtained. The classified production plan was initiated, and the assembly and commissioning of BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes were carried out simultaneously by product category.
• July 22, 2025: All products completed production, inspection and packaging, and were officially delivered to the client. Although the delivery was 17 days later than the original agreed date (caused by the client’s technical modifications), the delay was formally acknowledged and accepted by the client in writing.

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5. Achievements & Data Demonstration

• Delivery Outcome: All BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes were successfully delivered. Upon the client’s inspection, all technical parameters and performance indicators met the finally confirmed requirements, with no quality objections raised.
• Efficiency Data: Despite a contract cycle of approximately 100 days and multiple technical modifications, the entire process from material preparation to delivery was completed seamlessly, cutting the conventional cycle of similar industry projects by over 40%. The average response time for technical modifications was ≤ 24 hours, and the cycle for drawing revision and confirmation was shortened by 50%compared with standard procedures.
• Client Recognition: The client issued an official written document, confirming that the delivery delay was entirely attributable to its own technical modifications and expressing recognition of our coordination efficiency and responsiveness.

6. Customer Feedback

Client Evaluation Comment from the Project Manager of Tecnimont: “The urgency and technical variability of the Sonatrach HRM Project exceeded all expectations, yet your performance in delivering the BXJ-S and HRMD92 junction boxes was truly impressive. From proactive material preparation and rapid response to technical modifications, to classified production management, your team consistently demonstrated a professional and efficient approach to accommodating our changing needs. Even amid multiple technical revisions, you coordinated resources promptly to resolve issues. This exceptional spirit of collaboration and execution was pivotal to the subsequent progress of the project, and we consider you a reliable partner for long-term cooperation.”

7. Experiences Summary & Insights

• Proactive planning is the core of short-cycle projects: Within the bounds of compliance, breaking the rigid mindset of “sequential process execution” and locking in critical materials (e.g., casings, core components) in advance can effectively mitigate delivery pressures arising from tight timelines.
• Agile communication is the key to addressing variability: In the face of frequent technical modifications, establishing a communication mechanism of “immediate docking + written confirmation”not only enables rapid responses to client needs, but also clarifies responsibility boundaries and avoids process inefficiencies.
• Classified product management enhances delivery efficiency: For multi-product delivery scenarios, classifying products by model and delivery batch simplifies production and packaging workflows, saving precious time for emergency projects.
• A customer-centric win-win mindset is the foundation of long-term cooperation: Proactively accommodating client’s changing needs and leveraging professional capabilities to mitigate risks associated with modifications not only earns client recognition, but also lays a solid foundation for future collaboration.