West African Perspectives on Refining Operations and Economics
- 5 day course
- Maximum 12 delegates
- 5 upcoming dates
- US$3,950
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Master the technical, operational, and economic aspects of petroleum refining tailored to West Africa’s dynamic energy landscape.
This intensive 5-day training programme delivers a comprehensive understanding of petroleum refining technologies and economics, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities facing West Africa’s refining sector.
Through real-world case studies — including Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna, Tema, SIR Abidjan, and the game-changing Dangote Refinery — delegates will explore crude oil properties, refining processes, product quality standards, operational optimization, and refinery economics. The course bridges global best practices with West African realities, equipping participants to deliver efficiency, sustainability, and profitability across refining operations.
Why this course is important
Despite abundant crude reserves, West Africa imports a large share of its fuels, putting pressure on regional refiners to boost utilization, adopt cleaner fuel standards, and remain competitive.
This course will help participants:
- Understand regional crude oil characteristics and refining technologies.• Apply modern processing and upgrading techniques to meet fuel quality demands.
- Evaluate refining economics — including cost drivers, pricing, and investment options.
- Benchmark regional operations against global best practices for energy security and profitability.
By the end of the course, delegates will be equipped to improve refining performance and support regional energy security goals.
Who should attend
This programme is designed for professionals across the refining and downstream value chain:
- Refining Technologists & Process Engineers seeking deeper technical knowledge
- Refinery Operations Staff & Plant Managers overseeing daily operations
- Corporate Planners & Business Analysts in downstream strategy
- Project Managers & Engineers managing upgrades or new builds
- Bankers, Lawyers & Service Providers supporting refining investments
- Policy Makers & Regulators shaping refining and downstream energy policy
Course Content
- Day 1: Refinery Technology & Crude Characteristics
- Day 2: Crude Processing Technologies
- Day 3: Motor Fuel Production
- Day 4: Supporting Operations
- Day 5: Refining Economics & Market Integration
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Your course leader
International Chemical Engineering Consultant
With BSc and PhD degrees from the UK, and with over 30 years of refinery technology, operations, and management expertise for several famous-name oil companies, this speaker is now an internationally-famous chemical engineering consultant.
As a Chartered Chemist, a Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and a Member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, he holds honorary appointments at a number of European universities and conducts cutting-edge research into vacuum distillation, gas recovery, absorption and pyrolysis.
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