KBR technology commissioned in HPCL Refinery

In 2009, HPCL first selected KBR’s ROSE SDA process to upgrade its existing solvent deasphalting (SDA) unit in its Mumbai refinery, establishing a strong foundation for performance and reliability. Building on this proven success, HPCL has once again chosen KBR as the licensor, this time for a 24 530 bpd ROSE unit at HPCL’s Visakh refinery, reinforcing confidence in ROSE technology as a preferred solution for residue upgrading and long-term refinery value creation.

“This selection underscores HPCL’s continued confidence in KBR as a repeat client, highlighting ROSE proven performance and reliability. We remain committed to advancing our refining and clean fuels solutions, adapting to evolving market demands while tailoring them to meet the distinct needs of next-generation refineries,” said Gary Godwin, Vice President, Energy Products and Services, KBR.

The uniquely designed high-yield ROSE SDA technology enables the RUF project to convert approximately 93% of low-value bottom-of-the-barrel material into higher-value petroleum products. This high level of conversion is expected to help increase distillate yields at the Visakh refinery, while significantly improving gross refining margins.

As an integral part of India’s first residue hydrocracking unit, this is a landmark reference of KBR’s technology capability.

KBR has over 90% share of the supercritical SDA market and a combined licensed capacity of nearly 1.8 million bpsd, including numerous repeat licensees, underscoring the technology’s proven history and long-term value. KBR looks to continuously advance and enhance the ROSE process, offering multiple process flow schemes for optimal integration with both grassroots and existing refineries.

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