Overview
LUBEREF (Saudi Aramco Base Oil Company) is an operational oil refinery in Saudi Arabia, producing base oils and lubricants. It is part of Saudi Aramco's downstream network.
LUBEREF (Saudi Aramco Base Oil Company) is an operational oil refinery located in Saudi Arabia, with coordinates 23.943164°N, 38.315607°E. The facility specializes in producing high-quality base oils and lubricants, serving both domestic and international markets. As part of Saudi Aramco's integrated downstream operations, LUBEREF plays a key role in the country's petroleum refining sector. The refinery operates under Saudi Arabia's regulatory framework, which includes adherence to national environmental standards and international conventions such as MARPOL Annex I for marine pollution prevention. The facility's refining complexity is typical of base oil production, involving processes like hydroprocessing and solvent extraction to achieve high purity levels. Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure is among the largest globally, with refineries often exceeding 100,000 barrels per day capacity. LUBEREF's operational significance lies in its contribution to the global lubricant supply chain, supporting automotive, industrial, and marine applications. The facility's coastal location near Yanbu on the Red Sea facilitates export logistics, while its integration with Saudi Aramco ensures feedstock security. The refinery's environmental management includes measures to control emissions and effluents, aligning with the sector's best practices.
Environmental context
The refinery is situated in a coastal region along the Red Sea, an area of high ecological sensitivity with coral reefs and marine biodiversity. Oil infrastructure in such settings requires rigorous spill prevention and response plans. The facility's operations involve handling large volumes of crude oil and finished products, posing risks of accidental releases. Regulatory oversight includes Saudi environmental laws and MARPOL Annex I compliance to minimize marine pollution.
Frequently asked questions
LUBEREF is located in Saudi Arabia, near the city of Yanbu on the Red Sea coast, with coordinates 23.943164°N, 38.315607°E.
LUBEREF specializes in producing high-quality base oils and lubricants used in automotive, industrial, and marine applications.
LUBEREF is operated by Saudi Aramco Base Oil Company, a subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia.
Oil refineries in Saudi Arabia must comply with national environmental standards set by the Ministry of Energy and the General Authority of Meteorology and Environmental Protection, as well as international conventions like MARPOL Annex I for marine pollution.
While specific capacity figures are not publicly available, LUBEREF is a major base oil refinery, typically with a capacity of several thousand barrels per day, supporting Saudi Arabia's position as a leading lubricant exporter.