MP: Issues facing Abadan Petrochemical Company to be addressed

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Energy Committee of the Parliament stated that efforts are underway to resolve the challenges and obstacles facing the Abadan Petrochemical Company, emphasizing that its production is a critical national need.

First National Digital Oil Refinery Conference held

SHANA (Tehran) – The first National Digital Oil Refinery Conference and the second National Idea Show event were organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center of Abadan Petroleum University in collaboration with Abadan Oil Refining Company.

16 bcm of gas sent from South Pars Refinery 8 to national grid

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of South Pars Refinery 8 announced that the facility has sent 16 billion cubic meters of gas to the national gas grid from the beginning of the year through February 12.

South Pars Refinery 12 sends 15 bcm of gas to national grid

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the 12th South Pars Refinery announced that, in response to incoming weather systems and dropping temperatures across much of the country, the refinery has processed and delivered over 15 billion cubic meters of gas to the national grid since the beginning of the year (March 20, 2024).

Iran's refining industry advances: boosting production, quality, infrastructure

SHANA (Tehran) – Over the past 46 years, Iran’s refining industry has demonstrated remarkable domestic capabilities, showcasing significant progress in production, quality, and infrastructure.

South Pars Refinery 7 on track to maximize production

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of South Pars Refinery 7 announced that the facility has taken significant steps toward maximizing production, with output expected to increase substantially by the end of the current Iranian year (March 20).

$80m annual savings will be achieved with new pipeline to Bandar Abbas Refinery

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Engineering and Construction Company announced that the newly operational pipeline supplying feedstock from the Goreh-Jask main pipeline to the Bandar Abbas refinery will save $80 million annually by replacing sea transportation with land transportation.

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Leveraging petrochemical refineries to reduce crude exports

SHANA (Tehran) – The minister of oil discussed plans to reduce crude oil exports, emphasizing the importance of petrochemical refineries and mini-refineries.

Pipeline supplying Bandar Abbas Oil Refinery with 300,000-bpd capacity launched

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) announced the commissioning of a pipeline supplying feedstock to the Bandar Abbas Oil Refinery.

Advancing smart systems in oil product production, distribution 

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of research and technology at the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company emphasized efforts to implement digital transformation, including smart systems, at one of the country's refineries.

Abadan Refinery contained minor fire in decommissioned pipelines

SHANA (Tehran) – A minor fire in decommissioned oil product pipelines at the Abadan Refinery was brought under control in less than 30 minutes, thanks to the prompt response of refinery firefighters.

Aref urges focus on finishing incomplete refinery projects

SHANA (Tehran) – The first vice president stated that the refining industry is considered a strategic industry for the country, emphasizing that priority in expanding refinery capacity should be given to incomplete development projects.

Overhaul of Bandar Abbas Oil Refinery completed

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of Bandar Abbas Oil Refining Company in southern province of Hormuzgan announced the successful completion of major maintenance operations on the refinery’s viscosity reduction and gasoline treatment units within 22 days.

Over 95% of equipment indigenized for Shazand Oil Refinery

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of the Shazand Oil Refinery announced that over 95% of the parts and equipment required for the refinery have been localized, expressing hope that, with continued collaboration with domestic manufacturers and producers, this figure could reach 100% by the end of the year.

Iranian gas refineries on high alert for stable production: NIGC

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of coordination and production supervision at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that the country’s gas refineries are fully prepared as temperatures drop nationwide and an intense cold front is expected to hit next week.

Diesel production sets record high

SHANA (Tehran) – The country’s average diesel production in the first 17 days of the ninth month of Iranian calendar reached 124 million liters per day, marking an increase of 13 million liters compared to the daily average during the first five months of this year (13th administration).

Gasoline Production Up by 8 ml/d

SHANA (Tehran) -Through implementing an accelerated plan to increase gasoline production, the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) has boosted the country’s daily gasoline output by over 8 million liters in 76 days.

Iranian-Made Catalysts Ready to Enter Neighboring Countries Markets

SHANA (Tehran) - After successfully producing a great part of oil industry catalysts at home, the country now enjoys the potential to export the catalysts to meet the neighboring countries' needs.

Minister of Petroleum Launching 6 Oil Projects Today

SHANA (Tehran) - Iranian Minister of Petroleum, Javad Owji, arrived in the northwestern province of Eastern Azerbaijan to inaugurate the operation of a number of oil refining projects today, 19 May.

Domestically-Manufacturing Rises By 85 Percent

SHANA (Tehran) - While the country is under sanctions, Petroleum Ministry has sought to support domestically-manufacturing in order to meet oil industry needs to equipment.

Abadan Oil Refinery Now Profitable, Petroleum Minister

SHANA (Tehran) - Iranian minister of petroleum, Javad Owji, says that the Petroleum Ministry has managed to change Abadan Oil refinery into a profitable one.

NIOEC chief says 7 processing units of Abadan Refinery will become operational by end of winter 2024

SHANA (Tehran) – Seven processing units of Abadan Refinery, southern Iran, will be put into operation by the end of winter 2024, the National Iranian Oil Engineering and Construction Company (NIOEC) managing director said on Monday.

Africa’s biggest oil refinery begins production in Nigeria

Africa’s biggest oil refinery has begun production in Nigeria, the company has said, ending a years-long wait for a plant that analysts said Monday could boost refining capacity in a region heavily reliant on imported petroleum products.

Kyrgyzstan calls for Iran to supply oil products, modernize refinery

SHANA (Bishkek) – Kyrgyzstan on Thursday requested Iran to supply oil products, particularly gasoline, gas oil, jet fuel, kerosene and bitumen, and overhaul and modernize one of its refineries.

Owi: Iran ready for building oil refinery in, exporting engineering services to Burkina Faso

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Javad Owji voiced Iran’s readiness for building an oil refinery in Burkina Faso and exporting technical and engineering services to the African country.