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Diesel hydrotreating unit at Russia's Lukoil refinery caught fire, now extinguished sources say

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Posted on January 15, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) - A diesel hydrotreating unit at a refinery of Russian oil major company Lukoil in the city of Volgograd caught fire on Wednesday morning, two oil industry sources told Reuters. "All

Lukoil's Volgograd Refinery Fire Extinguished, Repair Timeline Unclear

MOSCOW (Reuters) - A diesel hydrotreating unit at a refinery of Russian oil major company Lukoil in the city of Volgograd caught fire on Wednesday morning, two oil industry sources told Reuters.

"All extinguished. Hydrotreating has been stopped. It is not yet clear how long it will take to repair it," one source said.

Another source said the fire occurred at unit 18, one of two diesel hydrotreating units at the refinery, with a daily capacity of 9,500 metric tons.

Lukoil did not immediately reply to a request for comment.

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Alexander Smith)

Key Takeaways

  • A fire broke out at Lukoil's Volgograd refinery.
  • The affected unit is a diesel hydrotreating unit.
  • The fire has been extinguished, but repairs are pending.
  • The incident affects a unit with a 9,500 metric tons capacity.
  • Lukoil has not commented on the incident yet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is the fire incident at Lukoil's Volgograd refinery affecting a diesel hydrotreating unit.
What was affected by the fire?
The fire affected unit 18, a diesel hydrotreating unit with a daily capacity of 9,500 metric tons.
Has Lukoil commented on the incident?
Lukoil has not yet provided any comments regarding the incident.

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