On September 10, the Planning and Operations Department of Urumqi Petrochemical Company reported that since the beginning of the year, the company has fine-tuned processing plans—addressing areas such as crude oil procurement, production organization, aviation kerosene storage and transport, and flow adjustments—to ensure its aviation kerosene production units operate efficiently at full capacity. Cumulative production from January to August rose by 12.35% year-on-year, breaking historical records for two consecutive months and achieving a balance between production and sales, thereby providing the market with ample, high-quality supplies.
To meet the robust demand for aviation kerosene during the summer and autumn seasons, Urumqi Petrochemical took on the responsibility of increasing production and ensuring supply. Seizing the market opportunities of the summer peak season, the company focused on specialized technical initiatives to stabilize output and enhance quality. During production, the No. 3 Refining Department scientifically optimized production schedules, precisely adjusted unit operating parameters, and strengthened lifecycle equipment management to ensure the aviation kerosene hydrotreating unit operated stably at high loads for extended periods. Specialized teams collaborated closely and paid meticulous attention to detail, implementing quality control across the entire process—from raw material intake and process regulation to product dispatch—while strictly upholding safety and quality standards.
Rising market demand led to an increased workload for loading and transporting aviation kerosene. Urumqi Petrochemical remained committed to safe and efficient supply, strictly implementing safety protocols and adhering to safety bottom lines for hazardous chemical operations. Given the flammable and explosive nature of aviation kerosene, the Storage and Transportation Department fully implemented standardized procedures—such as "one inspection per vehicle" and "one confirmation per loading arm"—and refined control measures, including vehicle qualification checks, equipment safety inspections, and mandatory two-person on-site supervision. By utilizing closed-loop loading and vapor recovery systems, the department achieved compliance with both safety and environmental protection standards. To overcome transportation bottlenecks during high-temperature periods, the department optimized scheduling by implementing an "appointment-based loading and staggered entry" mechanism. It dynamically allocated loading arm resources and adjusted equipment operating conditions, utilizing the DCS system to monitor key parameters around the clock and continuously improve loading efficiency. Through process optimization, the daily loading capacity for aviation kerosene has been raised from 600 tons to 1,700 tons, ensuring highly efficient and unobstructed outbound transport channels.
Responding to shifting regional market demands, Urumqi Petrochemical accurately assessed market trends and leveraged the synergy between road transport and pipeline delivery. By scientifically aligning production capacity with the fuel requirements of airports, the company successfully resolved key bottlenecks and challenges in supply assurance. Addressing the specific fuel supply needs of airports in Southern Xinjiang and regional feeder airports, the Marketing and Logistics Department focused on boosting road loading and transport capacity to compensate for pipeline coverage limitations; this increased the share of road-transported aviation kerosene to 56%, significantly enhancing supply flexibility across the region. An efficient, integrated mechanism linking production, sales, storage, and transport drove continuous growth in sales volume, setting new monthly records for two consecutive months. Both the total monthly shipment volume and the peak daily shipment volume surpassed all previous historical highs, fully demonstrating Urumqi Petrochemical’s robust supply capabilities and excellence in refined operational management.
