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| The Warri Refining & Petrochemicals Company Limited (WRPC) is situated in ], within ], ], and began operations in 1978. This facility is a sophisticated conversion ], boasting a distillation capacity of 6,250,000 metric tons annually (equivalent to 125,000 barrels per day). In addition to the ], the complex features a ] that was established in 1988, with production capabilities of 13,000 metric tons per year for polypropylene and 18,000 metric tons per year for carbon black. The refinery primarily serves the markets in Nigeria's southern and southwestern regions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=NNPC Ltd Delivers on Refinery Revamp Promise: Warri Plant Resumes Operation with 125,000bpd Capacity in Warri, Delta State. |url=https://nnpcgroup.com/insights/nnpc-ltd-delivers-on-refinery-revamp-promise-warri-plant-resumes-operation-with-125-000bpd-capacity-in-warri-delta-state}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Warri Refinery begins operation, says NNPC |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/764346-warri-refinery-begins-operation-says-nnpc.html}}</ref> | The Warri Refining & Petrochemicals Company Limited (WRPC) is situated in ], within ], ], and began operations in 1978. This facility is a sophisticated conversion ], boasting a distillation capacity of 6,250,000 metric tons annually (equivalent to 125,000 barrels per day). In addition to the ], the complex features a ] that was established in 1988, with production capabilities of 13,000 metric tons per year for polypropylene and 18,000 metric tons per year for carbon black. The refinery primarily serves the markets in Nigeria's southern and southwestern regions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=NNPC Ltd Delivers on Refinery Revamp Promise: Warri Plant Resumes Operation with 125,000bpd Capacity in Warri, Delta State. |url=https://nnpcgroup.com/insights/nnpc-ltd-delivers-on-refinery-revamp-promise-warri-plant-resumes-operation-with-125-000bpd-capacity-in-warri-delta-state}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Warri Refinery begins operation, says NNPC |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/764346-warri-refinery-begins-operation-says-nnpc.html}}</ref> | ||
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| Recently, a turnaround maintenance initiative was completed, which is anticipated to significantly improve the refinery's overall performance. This maintenance is expected to enhance both throughput volume and product yield, positioning the refinery for better operational efficiency in the future. <ref>{{Cite web |title=Nigeria says its Warri Refinery is back after a decade of closures |url=https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-says-its-warri-refinery-is-back-after-decade-closures-2024-12-30/}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Warri refinery, Tinubu’s new year gift to Nigerians – TMSG |url=https://thenationonlineng.net/warri-refinery-tinubus-new-year-gift-to-nigerians-tmsg/amp/}}</ref> | Recently, a turnaround maintenance initiative was completed, which is anticipated to significantly improve the refinery's overall performance. This maintenance is expected to enhance both throughput volume and product yield, positioning the refinery for better operational efficiency in the future. <ref>{{Cite web |title=Nigeria says its Warri Refinery is back after a decade of closures |url=https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-says-its-warri-refinery-is-back-after-decade-closures-2024-12-30/}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Warri refinery, Tinubu’s new year gift to Nigerians – TMSG |url=https://thenationonlineng.net/warri-refinery-tinubus-new-year-gift-to-nigerians-tmsg/amp/}}</ref> | ||
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The Warri Refining & Petrochemicals Company Limited (WRPC) is situated in Warri, within Delta State, Nigeria, and began operations in 1978. This facility is a sophisticated conversion refinery, boasting a distillation capacity of 6,250,000 metric tons annually (equivalent to 125,000 barrels per day). In addition to the refinery, the complex features a petrochemical plant that was established in 1988, with production capabilities of 13,000 metric tons per year for polypropylene and 18,000 metric tons per year for carbon black. The refinery primarily serves the markets in Nigeria's southern and southwestern regions.
WRPC is positioned in the Ubeji community of Warri, with geographical coordinates of 5°32'N and 5°41'E. It is bordered to the north by the Nigeria Gas Company (NGC).
Plant facilities
The company operates several fuel and petrochemical facilities, which include:
NHU – Naphtha Hydrotreater Unit
KHU – Kerosene Hydrotreating Unit
FCC – Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit
HF Alkylation Unit
Polypropylene Production Unit
Carbon Black Production Unit
Power
The facility boasts a total electric power generation capacity of 125 MW.
Steam
The power plant is capable of producing high-pressure steam at a rate of 545 T/Hr, utilizing three boilers, two heat recovery units, and a CO boiler within the FCC unit.
Nitrogen
A nitrogen plant with a capacity of 1,600 NM³/Hr is available, along with a compressed air system.
Water Treatment
There is a potable water treatment facility on-site.
Wastewater Management
The wastewater treatment plant has recently undergone upgrades and rehabilitation.
Crude Oil Storage
The refinery has a crude oil storage capacity of 273,600 M³, which is adequate for approximately 14 days of operation.
Crude Oil Supply
Crude oil is supplied to the WRPC from Escravos, located about 80 km from the refinery.
Jetty Facilities
The jetty is equipped for the import and export of fuel oil, diesel, and PMS, as well as for ethylene import and storage.
Truck Loading
There are facilities for loading products onto trucks for distribution.
Railroad
A modern railroad system is in place for efficient product evacuation.
Operational capacity and performance
The Refinery is designed with a processing capacity of 125,000 barrels per day (B/D). Despite this significant capacity, the facility has historically struggled to achieve full utilization. Production levels have experienced a consistent decline over the years, with the exception of a brief period in the early 1990s, during which production saw a temporary increase.
Several key factors contribute to the refinery's inefficient operations. Addressing these issues is crucial for optimizing the refinery's performance and ensuring that it operates at its full potential. Among the proposed solutions is the refurbishment of the existing utilities within the plant. This upgrade aims to enhance their functionality and ensure they meet the operational demands of the refinery.
Recently, a turnaround maintenance initiative was completed, which is anticipated to significantly improve the refinery's overall performance. This maintenance is expected to enhance both throughput volume and product yield, positioning the refinery for better operational efficiency in the future.
- "NNPC Ltd Delivers on Refinery Revamp Promise: Warri Plant Resumes Operation with 125,000bpd Capacity in Warri, Delta State".
- "Warri Refinery begins operation, says NNPC".
- "Environmental Pollution and Refinery Operations in an Oil Producing Region of Nigeria: A Focus on Warri Petrochemical Company".
- "Warri Refinery Operations and Its Effects on Ubeji Creek".
- "Warri Refining & Petrochemicals Company Limited (WRPC)".
- "Warri Refinery starts operations, runs at 60% capacity".
- "Nigeria says its Warri Refinery is back after a decade of closures".
- "Warri refinery, Tinubu's new year gift to Nigerians – TMSG".