R.Minnikhanov launched 2 new production facilities at the TANECO complex

The new gas oil hydrotreatment unit was capable of producing modern ecologically friendly fuel that would comply with the requirements of MARPOL-2020 international convention for the prevention of pollution from vessels, and perform preparation of raw materials for the production of the motor fuel for vehicles with Euro-6 engines. The commissioning of this installation will allow reducing emissions of sulfur oxides into the atmosphere through exhaust gases by 47,000 tonnes per year.

The sulfolane plant will produce raw materials for the yielding of the high-octane component of motor gasoline brands. The commissioning of this unit will allow increasing the volume of the Euro-6 gasoline production by 30 000 tonnes per year and start producing up to 45 000 tonnes per year of the benzene-toluene fraction, which is a high-quality raw material for petrochemicals production.

Prior to starting the operation of new plants, Minnikhanov made a detour of the TANECO industrial site and got acquainted with the progress of construction and commissioning at the middle distillate and delayed coking installations. They demonstrated a line for the production of hygienic liquid for hands with antibacterial effect to President of Tatarstan. Tatneft organized the production of this popular product at the TANECO Complex to assist in countering the coronavirus infection within a short time.

During the detour, Minnikhanov emphasized that the coronavirus was an evil that was quickly transmitted, and Tatneft was fulfilling all the requirements to ensure safe work of the company’s employees and not only: “I thank the company for supporting the regions of Tatarstan with antiseptics, masks, protective suits, fuel. This is a very big job”.