Muscat: Duqm Refinery continues to emerge as one of the most prominent economic partnership projects between the Sultanate of Oman and the State of Kuwait, reinforcing cooperation between the two countries in the energy sector.
Abdullah Al-Ajmi, CEO of Duqm Refinery, said the facility is strengthening its role as an industrial and strategic asset capable of generating sustainable added value through efficient operations, its strategic location and access to global markets.
Speaking to the Oman News Agency, Al-Ajmi said the refinery continues to consolidate its position as a strategic joint venture by optimising oil resources and converting crude oil into high-quality refined products for regional and international markets.
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He said the project also contributes to diversifying export markets and enhancing the competitiveness of the refining sector, supporting the economic aspirations of both Oman and Kuwait.
The refinery generated revenues of approximately $7 billion during 2025, reflecting the growing scale of its operations and its increasing presence in regional and global markets. Management continues to focus on improving operational efficiency and maximising the value of existing assets and investments.
During 2026, the refinery achieved around 110 per cent of its design capacity, reaching approximately 255,000 barrels per day. This was above its original design capacity of 230,000 barrels per day, highlighting the reliability of its production units and operational processes.
Production remained strong during the first half of 2026, with diesel output averaging around 115,400 barrels per day, jet fuel at 38,500 barrels per day and naphtha at 61,100 barrels per day.
The refinery also produced around 800 metric tonnes of LPG per day, 2,200 metric tonnes of petroleum coke and 500 metric tonnes of sulphur.
Al-Ajmi said the figures demonstrate the refinery’s flexibility and its ability to respond to global demand for key petroleum products, particularly diesel and jet fuel.
Its location in Duqm provides a competitive advantage by offering access to several key markets across Asia, Africa and Europe.
In the field of occupational health, safety and environment, Al-Ajmi said the company continues to apply international standards and best practices aimed at maintaining a workplace free of lost-time injuries.
The refinery was awarded the Gold Award by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents for its performance in occupational health, safety and environment, providing international recognition of its efforts in the field.
Al-Ajmi said Duqm Refinery today represents a successful model of strategic cooperation between Oman and Kuwait and is positioned to continue creating sustainable economic value while strengthening its presence in global markets and supporting the future of the region’s refining and petrochemical industry.
