Ilam Gas Refinery boosts capacity, production stability in western Iran

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Ilam Gas Refinery announced that the refinery was in service with 99.4% reliability during the winter and met all its production program commitments. He stated that the second phase of the company currently has 90% physical progress, and upon its completion, it will add 50% to the refinery's total capacity.

PGSOC adds 2m barrels of storage capacity

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Persian Gulf Star Oil Company announced the construction of two new 1-million-barrel storage tanks. With the addition of these tanks, the storage capacity for feedstock at the world's largest gas condensate refinery has increased by 2 million barrels.

Market Governance to be Redefined  

SHANA (Tehran) - Transporting oil to refineries, refining operations and distribution of refined petroleum products across the country, building treatment facilities, pipelines and telecommunications networks used to be done in an un-centralized manner, but in 1991, these activities became integrated with the establishment of National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Co. (NIORDC). After 35 years, NIORDC stands at a point to make its supply chain smart, in which case, AI can be instrumental in boosting productivity, reducing risk, uncovering smuggling and preventing fuel waste. Farzad Barzegar, advisor to the CEO of NIORDC in digital transformation, told “Iran Petroleum” that the company is set to launch its monitoring center soon.

South Pars gas refineries ready for winter demand

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of coordination and production supervision at the National Iranian Gas Company announced that the South Pars Gas Complex refineries are prepared to ensure stable natural gas supply throughout the winter season.

Bandar Abbas Refinery production soars with €1.7b upgrade

SHANA (Tehran) – The Bandar Abbas Oil Refining Company announced a major quality upgrade plan worth €1.7 billion that is expected to triple or quadruple production of the refinery’s main products once fully implemented.

Iran to boost refining capacity by 180,000 barrels with new projects

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran will increase its oil refining capacity by 180,000 barrels per day by the end of 1404 (mid-March 2026) through the launch of major projects aimed at improving fuel quality and expanding output, the head of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Co. (NIORDC) said.

Isfahan Oil Refinery to launch two major development projects

SHANA (Tehran) – Isfahan Oil Refining Co. will soon put two key projects into operation — the KHT kerosene sweetening unit and the Soffeh water supply project — in early-September, a senior company official said.

Iran expands refining projects with €840m investment

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Co. (NIORDC) launched six major projects over the past year with investments totaling about €840 million, aimed at boosting refining capacity and strengthening fuel infrastructure. Another €2 billion worth of projects are underway and expected to be completed by year’s end.

Refining industry transformation:

Energy sustainability through increased gasoline, diesel production

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Ministry of Oil has prioritized increasing domestic refining capacity and ensuring a stable supply of strategic products, particularly gasoline, since the start of the current administration. This focus comes after years of challenges in the production-consumption balance due to rising domestic demand, infrastructure limitations, and sanctions impacting equipment supply, which risked increasing import dependence and straining foreign currency reserves.

Iran undertakes major overhauls at 10 refineries to ensure stable fuel supply

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) is conducting extensive maintenance at 10 refineries across the country to ensure a stable and secure supply of fuel, a senior company official announced.

Refining industry outlook through the lens of the Seventh Development Plan

SHANA (Tehran) – Javad Beheshti, integrated planning manager of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC), outlined three key objectives for the refining industry under the Seventh Development Plan: completing the value chain, upgrading and modernizing refining processes, increasing production capacity, and producing world-class petroleum products.

Tehran Refinery moves toward sustainable water supply through wastewater treatment

SHANA (Tehran) – The operations manager of Tehran Oil Refining Company announced the launch of the first phase of the refinery’s wastewater treatment project, stating that approximately 15,000 to 20,000 cubic meters of municipal water have been replaced with treated water. Once fully operational, the project will not only meet the refinery’s entire water demand but also provide a sustainable water supply for ancillary industries.

Gas refineries undergoing overhauls on schedule: NIGC

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) has kept all refinery and transmission network overhauls on schedule this year, despite resource and parts constraints, according to Managing Director Saeid Tavakoli.

Extensive localization of industrial equipment at SP Refinery 7

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of operations at the seventh refinery of the South Pars Gas Complex announced the extensive localization of industrial equipment and items at the facility, calling it a significant step toward enhancing the country’s economic resilience.

Steady production at South Pars Refinery 11 backed by domestic expertise

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the Refinery 11 at South Pars Gas Complex said stable production, enhanced quality, and upgraded infrastructure have continued through reliance on local expertise and partnerships with new technology-based firms (NTBFs).

South Pars Second Refinery plays key role in downstream value chain

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the Second Refinery of the South Pars Gas Complex highlighted its strategic importance in the downstream value chain, noting that roughly 10% of the refinery’s gas output is converted into high-value products at Pars Petrochemical, helping supply critical feedstock to the country’s petrochemical industry.

Deputy Parliament speaker thanks operational teams at Abadan Oil Refinery

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy speaker of Iran’s Parliament praised the operational teams at the Abadan Oil Refinery for containing the fire at Unit 70 of the facility.

SP overhauling operations kept going during 12-day war

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the South Pars Gas Complex described the overhaul process of the facility’s refineries, aimed at maintaining production stability, stating that the operations continued without interruption even during the challenging 12-day imposed war.

Parliament Energy Committee:

Refineries operating at full capacity

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s Energy Committee praised the efforts of oil industry workers during the 12-day war, stating that all refineries are currently operating at full capacity, with fuel transportation and distribution proceeding smoothly.

Overhaul begins at South Pars Gas Refinery 3

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of South Pars Gas Refinery No. 3 announced the start of a overhaul aimed at ensuring stable gas production during the cold season. The operation, carried out with extensive support from technical and maintenance teams, will last 28 days.

Iran ranks as OPEC's second-largest oil refiner

SHANA (Tehran) – With a refining capacity of 2.237 million barrels per day, Iran holds a 16% share of OPEC’s total refining capacity, making it the second-largest refiner among the organization’s member countries. Iran also accounts for 2.1% of global refining capacity.

South Pars gas field maintains sustainable production during 12-day war

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced the return of the damaged South Pars Phase 14 refinery unit to production, praising the efforts and dedication of employees.

Israeli attack hits two gas refineries; operations now stable

SHANA (Tehran) – The Phase 14 refinery of South Pars and the Fajr Jam gas refinery were targeted in an attack by the Zionist regime on Saturday afternoon. Currently, the situation at both facilities is fully under control, with necessary measures underway to ensure safety and maintain operations.

NIORDC:

Iran’s refinery facilities unharmed in Zionist regime’s attacks

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC), in a statement mourning the martyrdom of several commanders, scientists and innocent civilians in attacks by the Zionist regime, announced that the regime’s recent assaults caused no damage to the country’s refinery facilities or oil storage sites.

Abadan Refinery’s 50-MW share in supporting power grid 

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Abadan Oil Refining Company announced that the facility has met its internal electricity needs while supplying surplus power to the city grid to support residents during the hot season.

Silent dedication: The men behind South Pars gas Refinery 9

SHANA (Tehran) – Under the unbearable heat and heavy humidity of Asaluyeh, the workers at Refinery Nine of the South Pars Gas Complex stand steadfast—humble yet diligent—despite the hardships of their work, lack of amenities, and economic pressures. While, according to managers, the Ministry of Oil has taken steps to improve the conditions of operational staff, the path toward full justice in payments and enhancing workers’ welfare is still ongoing.

SP’s Refinery 12 plans for sustainable production

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the 12th refinery at South Pars Gas Complex announced targeted plans to increase production capacity, improve product quality, reduce pollutants, and enhance equipment reliability.

70% of Isfahan Refinery’s products meet Euro 5 standards

SHANA (Tehran) –The CEO of Isfahan Refinery emphasized that more than 70% of the refinery’s products have been upgraded to meet Euro standards, stating that the facility produces about 15 million liters of Euro 5 gasoline and 25 million liters of diesel daily.

PGPIC secures license for largest capital market financing via securities

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Corporation (PGPIC) announced that the holding company has over $12 billion in unfinished projects, stating that a license for the largest capital market financing through securities has been obtained to realize the goal of "investment for production."