…..Sets New Industry Standards
The Managing Director of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (DPRP), Mr. David Bird, has revealed that Dangote Refinery is unlike any other Nigerian refinery.
It operates on a European/Asian Merchant Refinery model, positioning itself to become the world’s largest and most advanced refinery with its hybrid automation infrastructure and adherence to international best practices.
Mr. Bird also highlighted that the refinery features a state-of-the-art configuration designed to meet modern standards for high-quality fuel supply.
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Speaking during a media briefing and facility tour of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals complex at the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in Lagos, he stated that the plant is setting new standards for cleaner fuels across Africa, both in the short and long term.
He pointed out that West Africa has historically been a destination for inferior and substandard petroleum products from abroad. However, the entry of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is expected to reset the benchmarks for petroleum product distribution and supply across the continent.
According to Mr. Bird, the refinery prioritises meeting Nigeria’s local fuel demands by eliminating fuel queues nationwide. Simultaneously, it aims to serve export markets by sourcing crude oil to ensure uninterrupted operations.
He stressed that Dangote produces high-quality fuels aligned with international environmental and health standards.
Debunking circulating rumours, Mr. Bird insisted that the refinery operates under stringent, internationally recognised best practices and cannot compromise on fuel quality or safety standards. “It’s a Nigerian company but an internationally certified refinery,” he emphasised.
Mr. Bird also noted that since commencement of operations, Dangote Refinery has been able to resolve Nigeria’s perennial petrol scarcity, especially during festive seasons, by maintaining a constant supply of petroleum products to the country.
Highlighting its uniqueness, he explained that the refinery differs from others because it can distribute products both by sea and land, adhering to the highest industry standards.
