Picture this: a behemoth of the seas, the “Nordic Pollux”, gracefully sails towards Bangchak Sriracha Refinery’s welcoming arms, marking a momentous day on December 8, 2023. Not just any ordinary day, but the day an impressive Suezmax vessel, tipping the scales at a staggering 180,000 tons, gracefully made its maiden voyage for a particularly special delivery. We’re talking about a colossal 950,000 barrels of Que Iboe’s finest crude oil—a crowning moment for the procurement prowess of BCP Trading Company Limited, the dynamic subsidiary of Bangchak Sriracha Public Company Limited tucked within the powerhouse Refinery and Oil Trading Business Group.
Our nautical giant nuzzled into the Company’s Multi-Buoy Moorings with the precision of a ballet dancer—no easy feat, mind you! Thanks to the diligence behind the ARIANE™ Mooring Simulation and Analysis, you can bet every loop, knot, and anchor was calculated to perfection, ticking every box of the stringent safety requirements while providing these sea-faring titans an impeccable berth to rest their hefty hulls.
Lend me your imaginations, readers, and let’s talk Suezmax—these aren’t your run-of-the-mill vessels. Weaving through the waves across long distances or even skipping from one continent to another, they carry an awe-inspiring load ranging from 120,000 to 200,000 Deadweight Tonnage. What does that mean? Picture every last drop of crude oil, along with the ship’s own fuel, reaching the weight equivalent of a small mountain range—all aboard these maritime marvels.
Worthy of a triumphant fanfare, these are the largest class of ships to conquer the Suez Canal’s historic waters in Egypt, a testament to human engineering and determination. Yet, for Bangchak Sriracha Refinery, this isn’t just about size or strength—it’s about vision. Rolling out the red carpet for such immense carriers isn’t a matter of pomp or ceremony; it’s a clear signal, a beacon of development and scaling up in production capacity—a toast, if you will, to the efficiency and sterling quality forged in the fires of Bangchak’s commitment.
The arrival of the “Nordic Pollux” isn’t just the crossing of a finish line; it’s the ignition of synergy, linking arms with the Refinery and Oil Trading Business Group to craft a tapestry of supply and transportation that speaks volumes. As we stand back and admire the capability of Bangchak Sriracha Refinery—an entity that aims sky-high yet remains firmly rooted in dedication and quality—it’s clear that the arrival of the Suezmax is more than an event; it’s the embodiment of a relentless quest for excellence in energy, elegantly riding the waves of innovation and tradition, shaping the future with each nautical mile.
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