BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 8. KMG
International is continuing the modernization of the tank farm at
the Petromidia refinery in Romania, with five storage tanks
undergoing major reconstruction and modernization this year,
KazMunayGas (KMG) said.
The projects are expected to increase the overall storage
capacity for crude oil and petroleum products by 20%, while
improving the reliability of technological processes and the
efficiency of storage infrastructure.
One of the key projects completed this year involved replacing a
tank used to store distillates for diesel fuel production. A new
tank equipped with modern technological and safety systems was
built, increasing its capacity from 5,000 to 6,000 cubic
meters.
The company also plans to increase the capacity of a gasoline
storage tank from 5,000 to 6,000 cubic meters, as well as the
capacity of two tanks used to store diesel fuel and components from
10,000 to 12,000 cubic meters each.
At the same time, modernization is underway on a
57,000-cubic-meter crude oil storage tank, which plays an important
role in ensuring the stability of the refinery's production
process.
Particular attention is being paid to safety during the
implementation of the projects, with around 100 specialists
involved at each site.
The modernization works use hydraulic lifting technology, with
special jacks allowing tank assembly to begin from the roof and
upper wall sections. According to the company, this approach
significantly reduces the amount of work performed at height,
improves personnel safety and optimizes construction timelines.
"These projects are part of the company's long-term program to
develop its production infrastructure and increase the reliability
and efficiency of storage facilities," KMG said.
