Repsol invests €150M in Tarragona chemical complex

Key highlights
  • €150M investment in Tarragona complex for maintenance, safety, and efficiency.
  • Shutdown starts 15 January, lasting 52 days.
  • 675 units inspected, preventing 104,000 tonnes CO2 emissions annually.
  • 1,300 workers daily, peaking at 2,300.

Investment Overview

Repsol is set to invest €150 million in its Tarragona complex, focusing on maintenance, safety, and environmental improvements. This investment is part of a scheduled shutdown in the chemical area, starting on 15 January and lasting 52 days.

Allocation of Funds

Of the total investment, €50 million is earmarked for maintenance work, while €100 million will enhance safety, environmental measures, energy efficiency, and competitiveness. These efforts aim to initiate a new operating cycle, emphasizing CO2 reduction, circularity, and digitalization.

Operational Impact

The shutdown will involve the inspection of 675 pieces of equipment and the implementation of projects designed to prevent the emission of 104,000 tonnes of CO2 annually. The workforce during this period will average 1,300 people daily, with peaks reaching 2,300.

Strategic Goals

The primary objective is to boost the competitiveness and energy efficiency of the Tarragona facilities. Regular maintenance shutdowns like this are crucial for reviewing, maintaining, and improving the complex's units, ensuring long-term operational excellence.

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