Abadan Oil Refining Company issued a statement announcing that the smoke observed in the sky above the refinery was due to a disruption in one of the company's operational units and will soon be resolved with the efforts of specialists.
Details of the disruption at Abadan refinery
This disruption occurred in one of the refinery's units, and immediately after the problem arose, specialist teams and operational forces from Abadan Oil Refining Company arrived at the site and began necessary actions to resolve the disruption. Due to the high volume of refinery activities, such disruptions may occur under specific conditions, but the company is always striving to continue its operations with minimal disruption.
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Abadan Oil Refinery and its importance
Abadan Oil Refinery is recognized as one of the oldest and largest oil refineries in Iran and the Middle East. Established in 1913, this refinery is considered one of the key centers for oil refining in the region. The average refining capacity of this refinery is about 300,000 barrels per day and plays a crucial role in the production of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, liquefied gas, and other oil products.
With continuous development and updates, Abadan Refinery has been able to play a very important role in meeting the domestic needs of the country. This refinery is recognized as an important industrial hub in the southwest region of Iran and, in addition to supplying fuel for domestic consumers, exports some of its products to neighboring countries.
Despite the challenges ahead in the oil and gas industry, Abadan Oil Refining Company, relying on its experience and technical knowledge, is striving to improve product quality while also paying special attention to safety and reducing environmental risks.
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