Sarir refining unit regains its operating capacity
LIBYA – The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) announced on Wednesday that it had resumed operation of the refining unit at the Sarir oil field after a shutdown that required repairs and comprehensive technical inspections of the main crude oil tank and the boiler.
Careful inspections and maintenance of the tank and boiler
The company said through its media office that staff from the maintenance and technical affairs departments had carried out the series of repairs and inspections with precision and care to bring the unit back into operation.
Overcoming start-up obstacles and reaching the required capacity
It said the teams had faced technical difficulties in the early stages of the restart but had overcome them through coordination and cooperation between the operations and maintenance departments.
The company confirmed that the refining unit had reached its required operating capacity and was producing petroleum products that meet approved standard specifications, which are being pumped directly into the production lines.
Fadl Al-Mismari praises field staff
Fadl Al-Mismari, chairman of the management committee, thanked the field’s technicians, engineers and workers, whom he described as “unsung heroes”, praising their efforts, dedication and role in restarting the unit and supporting the oil sector.
