A mini refinery is defined as a refinery that produces less than 5,000 barrels of oil a day ¨C however, this is a loosely agreed-upon definition. Mini refinery designs can vary, particularly if they are of a modular construction. Modular-mini refineries are intended to be easy-to-construct refineries that can be customised for consumer demands.
Why are mini refineries so popular?
Another part of the mini refineries¡¯ appeal comes from their greater environmental friendliness compared to more traditional plant designs. Crude oil prices have often suffered with great volatility, from stresses on demand to issues with supply due to factors such as accidents involving fires and damages to refineries.
What are Indonesian mini refineries?
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.
Are mini refineries a viable route to securing petroleum product manufacture?
Dr Himmat Singh, who has worked as a chief scientist, technical advisor, and consultant in many roles across the petroleum industry, has been investigating how mini refineries may offer a reliable and affordable route to securing petroleum product manufacture in developing economies.
