Dangote refinery reduces petrol production capacity due to feedstock and technical issues
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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has decreased operations at its gasoline-producing unit by approximately 34 percent since May 21, according to a Reuters report citing industry monitor IIR Energy. This reduction is attributed to a combination of feedstock constraints and technical problems. The refinery's Residue Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit, crucial for gasoline production, has been operating below its maximum capacity but is expected to return to full production by mid-June. Initially, the refinery faced difficulties due to the type of crude being processed, leading to insufficient feed for the RFCCU. Subsequently, a technical issue emerged with the unit's flue gas slide gate valve, with repair work nearing completion. Despite the reduced output, fuel availability and pricing in the domestic market have not been impacted. However, gasoline exports from the Dangote refinery have significantly declined, dropping to 17,000 barrels per day in May and averaging about 10,000 barrels per day in June, a sharp decrease from April's 81,000 barrels per day. The Dangote refinery, with a 650,000 barrels per day capacity, aims to end Nigeria's reliance on imported refined petroleum products and position the country as a major exporter.
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