# Gulf states seek new routes around Strait of Hormuz

> Saudi Arabia and UAE plan pipeline and storage expansion, creating opportunities for Indian engineering firm.
- Title: Gulf states seek new routes around Strait of Hormuz | Shortify
- Summary: Saudi Arabia and UAE plan pipeline and storage expansion, creating opportunities for Indian engineering firm. Gulf states are investing in alternative export…
- Keywords: engineers india ltd, eil, saudi arabia, uae, strait of hormuz, pipeline expansion, storage infrastructure, atul gupta, iran war, gulf region, oil exports, energy infrastructure
- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/engineering/eil-sees-prospect-as-saudi-uae-plan-to-expand-pipeline-storage/articleshow/134343221.cms
- Author: ET Bureau
- Published: 2026-09-18T19:08:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: engineers india ltd, eil, saudi arabia, uae, strait of hormuz, pipeline expansion, storage infrastructure, atul gupta, iran war, gulf region, oil exports, energy infrastructure
## EIL spots Gulf opportunities
Engineers India Ltd sees new business prospects as Saudi Arabia and UAE expand pipeline and storage infrastructure.
## Reducing Hormuz dependence
Gulf states want to cut reliance on the Strait of Hormuz for oil exports by developing alternative routes.
## Iran war heightens urgency
The Iran conflict, ongoing for over six months, has nearly closed the Strait and increased pressure for new export options.
## Infrastructure damage and repair
The war has damaged energy infrastructure in the region. Some facilities are now being restored.
## Conflict creates business openings
EIL chairman Atul Gupta says the regional conflict has definitely opened up more opportunities from the Gulf.

> This conflict has definitely opened up more opportunities from the (Gulf) region
## Key takeaway

Gulf states are investing in alternative export infrastructure to reduce dependence on the vulnerable Strait of Hormuz.