South Pars Second Refinery Plays Key Role in Downstream Value Chain

Date: 02 August 2025 - 22:40

News ID: ۱۴۲۱۰۸

TEHRAN – The manager of the Second Refinery of the South Pars Gas Complex highlighted its strategic importance in the downstream value chain, noting that roughly 10% of the refinery’s gas output is converted into high-value products at Pars Petrochemical, helping supply critical feedstock to the country’s petrochemical industry.
According to the South Pars Gas Complex, Mohsen Attarzadeh, the refinery’s manager, said that more than 8 billion cubic meters of sweet gas have been produced and delivered to customers since the beginning of the current Iranian calendar year (starting March 21), averaging 58.5 million cubic meters per day.
He emphasized that about 10% of the gas processed at the Second Refinery is converted by Pars Petrochemical into valuable products such as ethane, propane, and butane, which play a vital role in supporting Iran’s petrochemical sector.
Attarzadeh also underscored the importance of maintaining reliable output, especially during the cold season, noting that major maintenance on one of the refinery’s gas condensate storage tanks is scheduled to begin on Sept. 28 and will continue for 22 days. This overhaul is aimed at ensuring safe and stable production through the winter months.
Discussing this year’s maintenance program, he said over 1,300 repair tasks have been scheduled, with continuous efforts underway to procure needed materials and oversee implementation. These initiatives are considered essential for ensuring the long-term reliability and safety of operations.
The main focus of the upcoming maintenance includes refurbishing the main flare network and replacing pipeline segments in the slug catcher unit to improve performance and ensure the integrity and safety of the equipment.
Attarzadeh also highlighted several key projects under way at the refinery, including addressing deferred maintenance, upgrading control systems, and investing in necessary infrastructure — particularly in human resources, which he said remains a top priority.
He added that the refinery has achieved a 10% reduction in its specific energy consumption (SEC) index through process optimization and equipment performance improvements. These efforts have not only cut operational costs but also significantly contributed to environmental protection.