HPCL awards CLG new licensing contract
Published by Callum O'Reilly,
Senior Editor
Hydrocarbon Engineering,
Chevron Lummus Global LLC (CLG) has been awarded a new licensing contract by Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd (HPCL) for the development of a grassroots integrated hydrocracker and catalytic dewaxing unit and a full catalyst reload of its existing lube oil upgrading programme (LOUP) at the Mumbai Refinery in India.
"Chevron Lummus Global is honoured to once again work with HPCL on this transformative project," said Rajesh Samarth, Chief Commercial Officer of Chevron Lummus Global. "Our deep expertise in hydroprocessing technologies, paired with HPCL's forward-looking approach, underscores our shared commitment to advancing India's energy independence and strengthening its position in the premium base oil market."
The integrated hydrocracker and catalytic dewaxing unit will have a nameplate capacity of 550 000 tpy and will facilitate the production of Gr. II+ and Gr. III premium base oils. This strategic move will enable HPCL to make a significant foray into the premium base oil market, tapping into new avenues for growth and market expansion.
Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/refining/18012024/hpcl-awards-clg-new-licensing-contract/
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