HPCL approves Rs. 4,679 crore modernization of Mumbai Refinery

HPCL approves Rs. 4,679 crore modernization of Mumbai Refinery

By: ICN Bureau

Last updated : December 22, 2024 7:20 pm



This project would increase the Lube Oil Base Stocks production from current 475 KTPA to 764 KTPA


The Board of directors of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited at the meeting held recently approved the "Lube Modernization and Bottoms Upgradation Project" at Mumbai Refinery.

This project would increase the Lube Oil Base Stocks (LOBS) production from current 475 KTPA to 764 KTPA with production of superior grade Group 11+ and Group III LOBS. Additionally, there would be increase in Bitumen production by approximately 487 KTPA with upgradation of Fuel Oil to Bitumen.

The estimated cost of this project is Rs. 4,679 Crore with a Mechanical completion schedule of 36 months and 3 months for commissioning from the date of Board approval.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

First Published : December 22, 2024 12:00 am