Dangote Petroleum Refinery is gearing up to kick off its refined petroleum production after recently receiving the sixth batch of one million barrels of crude oil, a pivotal step for its initial operations.
This significant update was confirmed in a statement released by the company, marking a crucial moment in its journey toward commencing production. The latest delivery of one million barrels of Agbami crude via MT ALMI SUN completes the planned consignment of six million barrels slated for the refinery.
The arrival of this final batch is a noteworthy development, clearing the path for operations at what stands as the world’s largest single-train refinery. Just a month ago, the refinery received its first shipment of Agbami crude from Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited, a prominent player in global oil trade handling over eight million barrels daily.
Akin Omole, the Managing Director of Dangote Ports Operations, shared insights with reporters, highlighting that the completion of the six million barrels of crude delivery signals readiness for refinery operations. Omole emphasized, “Once the entirety of the consignment is received, it will trigger the refinery’s initial run, initiating the production of diesel, aviation fuel, and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), subsequently progressing to the production of Premium Motor Spirit.”
Designed primarily to process Nigerian crude while being versatile enough to handle various crude types, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery boasts a daily processing capacity of 650,000 barrels. It is equipped to handle African crudes, Middle Eastern Arab Light, US Light tight oil, and other sources.
The refinery aims not only to meet Nigeria’s domestic demand for refined products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and aviation jet fuel but also to generate surplus for export, as confirmed by the company. This milestone marks a significant stride in the refinery’s journey toward full-scale production, promising to enhance the nation’s energy landscape while catering to international markets.
