New Delhi: State owner Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) announced on Saturday the commercialisation of its indigenously developed FCC Bottoms Cracking Additive, “BHARAT BCA,” at the Mumbai Refinery.
This innovation is a key step in BPCL’s commitment to sustainable and cost-effective refining technology, BPCL said in a release.
The BHARAT BCA catalyst, developed by BPCL’s Corporate Research and Development Centre (CRDC), is engineered to optimise the conversion of heavy clarified oil, commonly known as “bottoms,” into higher-value, lighter products. This innovation delivers significant financial benefits by improving operational efficiency and reducing costs in the refining process.
Speaking at the event, Shri Abhai Raj Bhandari, Executive Director (Mumbai Refinery), stated, “The commercialisation of BHARAT BCA reflects BPCL’s commitment to pioneering innovation and sustainable practices.
This breakthrough will not only benefit our refinery but will also have a far-reaching impact across the industry as we continue to focus on cost-effective, eco-friendly solutions.”
The formal launch of the BHARAT BCA catalyst was marked by the inauguration of the Catalyst Additive loader by the Executive Director (MR), Head of R&D, and Sunil Raut, who applauded the CRDC team for their outstanding efforts in achieving this significant milestone.
They conveyed their aspirations for continued success in the future. At this momentous occasion, CRDC and MR also acknowledged the development and commercialisation of other indigenous catalysts at MR, including the CO combustion promoter additive, gasoline sulphur reduction catalyst, and LOBS catalyst.
Shri N. Chandrasekhar, Head of R&D, praised the efforts of the CRDC team, stating, “The BHARAT BCA catalyst is a testament to our in-house capabilities and collaborative efforts across departments. We are proud to have developed a solution that not only aligns with BPCL’s sustainability goals but also positions us at the forefront of refining technology.”
