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Oil Refining

State-of-the-art petroleum refining delivering premium quality products that power economies and industries across the globe. Operating from strategic locations in the ARA region, Italy, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

532k+ Combined Daily Capacity
4 Strategic Refineries
2000+ Skilled Employees

World-Class Refining
Operations

Premier Oil Tuna B.V. is a diversified downstream energy company specializing in petroleum refining, renewable fuels, and logistics. Our refining operations are strategically located in key global markets, with a combined nameplate crude throughput capacity exceeding 532,000 barrels per day.

Since our founding, we have established ourselves as a leading physical trader and marketer of crude oil, refined petroleum products, and biofuels. Our refining complex incorporates advanced processing technologies to convert crude oil feedstocks into a comprehensive range of high-specification petroleum products.

Through strategic joint ventures and investments in industrial infrastructure—refineries, pipelines, storage, and terminals—we generate sustainable value across the global supply chain. Our refineries are among the most sophisticated and environmentally responsible in their respective regions.

ISO 9001:2024 Certified
ISCC EU Certified
IMO 2020 Compliant
Discuss Supply Trading Operations
532k
Barrels/Day Capacity
98.5%
Processing Efficiency
20
Product Grades
99.8%
Operational Uptime

Our Refinery Network

Strategic joint ventures and wholly-owned facilities across three continents

ARA Region, Europe

Premier ARA Refinery

Flagship facility in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp corridor. One of Europe's most sophisticated refineries with capability to berth the world's largest crude carriers. 302,000 bpd capacity.

302k bpd Nelson Complexity 12.5 Euro V Standards
Sicily, Italy

Raffineria di Sicilia

Joint venture with leading oil & gas major. One of the Mediterranean's most advanced refineries, strategically positioned for European and African markets. 100,000 bpd capacity.

100k bpd Deep-Water Port Middle Distillate Focus
Duqm, Oman

Duqm Refinery (OQ8)

Grass-root joint venture located in the Duqm Special Economic Zone. Maritime transit hub and logistics gateway to the region facing the Indian Ocean. 230,000 bpd capacity.

230k bpd Euro V Standards KEC & OEB Crude
Thanh Hóa, Vietnam

Nghi Son Refinery

Joint venture with PetroVietnam, Idemitsu Kosan, and Mitsui Chemicals. Vietnam's largest refinery complex with 200,000 bpd capacity serving rapidly growing Southeast Asian markets.

200k bpd Petrochemical Integration Strategic Asian Hub

The Refining Process

A sophisticated multi-stage process transforming crude oil into premium refined products

01

Crude Receipt & Storage

Crude oil feedstocks received via pipeline and marine terminal from multiple global supply sources, with rigorous quality testing upon receipt.

02

Atmospheric Distillation

Primary separation of crude into fractions by boiling point—naphtha, kerosene, gas oil, and atmospheric residue in the crude distillation unit (CDU).

03

Conversion & Upgrading

Advanced conversion processes including fluid catalytic cracking (FCC), hydrocracking, and coking to maximize yield of high-value light products.

04

Hydrotreating

Removal of sulfur, nitrogen, and other impurities using hydrogen treatment to meet stringent ultra-low-sulfur (ULS) specifications.

05

Quality Control & Blending

Comprehensive laboratory analysis and specification testing against international standards before final product blending and certification.

06

Product Distribution

Finished products distributed via pipeline, marine vessel, rail, and road tanker to retail, industrial, and export customers.

Company Highlights

Premier Oil Tuna B.V. delivers lasting value to our employees, investors, customers, and communities through safe and reliable energy operations across the globe.

532,000+ barrels per day of crude oil refining capacity
Fortune Global 500 ranked company
2,000+ full-time employees worldwide
$15M+ community investment and grants awarded
Refinery network and facilities

Refined Products Range

A comprehensive portfolio of petroleum products meeting international quality specifications

Premium Gasoline

High-octane gasoline grades (RON 95 & 98) formulated for modern engine performance, fuel economy, and reduced emissions. EN228 compliant.

RON 95 / 98EN228<10ppm S

Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel

Euro V / Euro VI ULSD grades meeting stringent European emissions specifications for commercial transport. EN590 certified.

Euro VI<10 ppm SEN590

Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)

Aviation turbine fuel meeting ASTM D1655 and DEF STAN 91-091 specifications, supplied to major airports globally.

Jet A-1ASTM D1655DEF STAN

Low Sulfur Fuel Oil

Heavy fuel oil grades including low-sulfur fuel oil (LSFO 0.5%) for marine bunker and industrial applications. IMO 2020 compliant.

0.5% SIMO 2020Marine Grade

Naphtha

Light and heavy naphtha fractions for petrochemical feedstock, gasoline blending, and further refining applications.

Light & HeavyPetrochemical GradeBlend Stock

Bio-Blend Products

Renewable fuel blends incorporating bio-components—biodiesel (B5/B10/B30/B100) and bioethanol blends—for reduced lifecycle emissions.

B5–B100E5–E85ISCC Certified

Trading & Logistics Network

Integrated supply chain solutions that move energy where it's needed most

Global Sourcing

Strategic crude oil sourcing from diverse global supply basins ensures feedstock flexibility and optimal refinery economics.

Pipeline Network

Integrated pipeline systems connecting our refineries directly to major consumption centers and export hubs.

Risk Management

Advanced hedging strategies and financial instruments to manage price volatility and secure margin stability.

Marine Logistics

Deep-water terminal access capable of handling VLCCs and product tankers with dedicated jetty infrastructure.

Market Intelligence

Real-time market analysis and supply-demand forecasting enabling rapid response to market dislocations.

Structured Finance

Tailored financing solutions for suppliers and customers across the value chain, enhancing trade flow efficiency.

Operational Capabilities

State-of-the-art facilities driving refining excellence

Processing Capacity

532,000 barrels per day combined nameplate capacity with debottlenecking flexibility to respond rapidly to market demand.

Storage Infrastructure

Extensive tank farm facilities providing strategic crude and product storage exceeding 10 million barrels.

Advanced Laboratory

ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory with full analytical capability for crude assay and product specification testing.

Digital Control Systems

Advanced distributed control system (DCS) and digital twin technology enabling precise process optimization.

Environmental Compliance

Continuous emissions monitoring, wastewater treatment, and flare gas recovery systems exceeding regulations.

Cogeneration Plant

On-site combined heat and power (CHP) facility generating electricity and steam with industry-leading efficiency.

Three-Pronged Strategy

Leveraging our capabilities to identify and realize arbitrage opportunities in global commodities markets

Geographic Arbitrage

Our relationships and logistical capabilities enable us to source physical commodities and deliver them to locations where they command higher prices.

Product-Based Value

Through blending and upgrading, we create added-value products that command returns higher than the sum of their constituent parts.

Time-Related Margins

Utilizing our storage assets, financial skills, and cost controls to create and realize margins on agreed forward prices.

Inside Our Operations

Explore the heart of our refining complexes through this interactive visual journey

Refinery Towers

Crude Distillation Towers

State-of-the-art CDU with 200,000+ bpd capacity

Core Process
Control Room

Digital Control Center

24/7 monitoring with AI-powered analytics

Technology
Storage Tanks

Strategic Storage

10M+ barrels of crude & product storage

Infrastructure
Quality Lab

Quality Laboratory

ISO 17025 accredited testing facility

Excellence
Loading Racks

Product Dispatch

24/7 loading for road, rail & marine

Logistics
Cogeneration Plant

Cogeneration Plant

85% efficiency, reducing CO₂ by 30%

Sustainability
Maintenance Team

Safety First Culture

1,500+ days without lost time injury

People
Marine Terminal

Marine Terminal

Deep-water access for VLCCs

Logistics

Technology & Innovation

Leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize refining performance and sustainability

Digital Twin Technology

Real-time virtual replicas of our refining units enable predictive maintenance, operational optimization, and scenario simulation, reducing downtime by 25%.

25% Reduced Downtime
15% Energy Savings

AI-Powered Process Control

Machine learning algorithms continuously optimize operating parameters, maximizing yield of high-value products while minimizing energy consumption.

98.5% Efficiency
3% Yield Improvement

Automated Monitoring

Drone-based inspections, robotic sampling, and IoT sensors provide comprehensive asset integrity management across the facility.

24/7 Monitoring
Zero Incident Targets

Carbon Capture Integration

Post-combustion carbon capture technology under development to capture 500,000 tons of CO₂ annually for storage or utilization.

500k tons CO₂/year
2027 Target Launch

Advanced Analytics

Predictive analytics platform forecasts equipment failures, optimizes maintenance schedules, and improves overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

99.8% Uptime
30% Maintenance Reduction

Cybersecurity Framework

Enterprise-grade industrial control system security with continuous threat monitoring and rapid incident response capabilities.

ISO 27001 Certified
24/7 SOC Monitoring

Quality, Safety & Sustainability

At Premier Oil Tuna B.V., excellence extends beyond operational metrics. We are committed to the highest standards of product quality, occupational safety, and environmental stewardship across all our refining activities.

15M
Safe Man-Hours
25%
CO₂ Reduction (2030)
100%
Waste Recycled

Path to Net Zero

Our comprehensive sustainability roadmap integrates energy efficiency, carbon capture, and renewable fuel production to achieve a 25% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030.

45% Towards 2030 Target

Interested in Our
Refined Products?

Speak to our commercial team about supply arrangements, product specifications, and long-term partnerships. We serve customers across Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, and global markets.