Ali Ahoochehr, the CEO of Payandan Company, in his recent meeting with reporters, reported on the reconstruction process of the damaged refinery and emphasized the importance of support from the Ministry of Oil in this regard. He mentioned the existing problems in the reconstruction operations, considering the presence of the caretaker of the Ministry of Oil as an effective factor in facilitating the work process and motivating the employees.
The Importance of the Presence of the Caretaker of the Ministry of Oil
Ahoochehr stated that the presence of the caretaker of the Ministry of Oil can help facilitate the problems related to the reconstruction operations, saying: "This presence provides more motivation to colleagues who are working tirelessly around the clock." He also pointed out that with the continuation of this support, parts of the refinery that can be returned to operation can be launched as quickly as possible at the beginning of the cold season.
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Efforts of Employees and Planning for the Cold Season
The CEO of Payandan Company, while appreciating the efforts of the employees and the project execution team, stated: "Our colleagues are continuously working, and the goal is to respond to the needs of the honorable people of Iran during the cold season by utilizing the available support." He expressed hope that with the continued support of the Ministry of Oil and the National Iranian Oil Company, the operational sections of the refinery would return to the grid at the beginning of the cold season.
Ahoochehr, referring to the refinery's capacities and the existing market needs, emphasized that the reconstruction of these facilities will not only help meet winter fuel needs but will also be considered a strength in the country's oil and gas industry. This reconstruction can significantly contribute to improving the economic situation and increasing oil and gas production in the country.
In conclusion, he expressed hope that with the efforts of all stakeholders and inter-organizational collaborations, we would witness an improvement in the status of this refinery and an increase in its production capacity in the near future.
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