Indonesian mini refineries are a key part of the country¡¯s strategy to double oil output by 2025. There is growing national demand and problems with aging local facilities that mean production levels are falling. Mini refineries offer a quick route to high-value products and can help meet the need for increase capacity quickly.
Is a mini oil refinery feasible?
This study aims to analyze the feasibility of a mini oil refinery from a technical and economic perspective. The feed used for this plant is light crude oil with API gravity 47.3002 from the Belida block, South Sumatra. The plant is designed with a capacity of 10,000 barrels per day to produce intermediate products.
What type of oil is used in Indonesian refineries?
The average of crude oil entering the Indonesian refineries from 2007 – 2018 was less than 1 million BPD. On primary fuel production, Ron-88 (subsidized fuel) still dominates refinery production in Indonesia. Low Sulphur Waxy Residue (LSWR) is a type of fuel widely produced on secondary fuel production.
How to improve efficiency in fuel oil production in Indonesia?
The effects of the energy crisis and the rising energy demand have sparked development to improve efficiency in using fuel oil. According to Indonesia’s oil resources, increasing refinery capacity and building mini refineries is essential to secure local refinery production.
