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2004-5:
A cleaner fuels plant (CF1) is built on the site of the old CD1, removing the need for lead to be added to petrol, and reducing sulphur levels to 0,05% in petrol and diesel. This new specification came into effect on
1 January 2006.
2006-8:
SAPREF replaces all seven transfer pipelines between the refinery and Island View. Cost: R340million.
2008:
Joint Bunker Services (JBS) moves to 100% barge loading of bunkers in the Durban port with staff demobilisation and movement to Island View.
2009:
A new 32-metre reactor is installed on the Cat Cracker unit during a Turnaround. Cost: R138million.
2009:
A separate SBM is installed. Cost: R125million.
2010:
New loading infrastructure completed at Berth 6, Island View, in time to handle the increased demand for fuel as a result of the FIFA World Cup. Cost: ±R70million.
2011:
SAPREF achieves Level 3 BBBEE status.
2012:
F7101C convection bank tube fails, leading to the entire refinery shutting down for a month.
2013:
SAPREF successfully completes the biggest Turnaround in its 50-year history.
2013:
SAPREF celebrates its 50th anniversary.
SAPREF: FUELLING SA FOR 50 YEARS
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