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Coryton Refinery from the air JLP01_068_26
CORYTON OIL REFINERY, THURROCK, ESSEX. An aerial view from the north showing Coryton Oil Refinery during its construction.
Coryton Oil Refinery was ceremonially opened in May 1954 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. It was operated by Vacuum Oil Company; a unit of Mobil. From 1996, the refinery was run by BP as part of a joint venture with Mobil. Ownership of Coryton Refinery was later transferred to BP in 2000, and then Petroplus Holdings in 2007. Major products of the refinery included petrol and diesel, aviation fuels, liquefied petroleum gas, fuel oils and bitumen. Coryton Oil Refinery was closed down in 2012
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This aerial view captures the grandeur of Coryton Oil Refinery during its construction in Thurrock, Essex. The photo print, taken from the north, showcases the refinery's impressive scale and intricate engineering. Coryton Oil Refinery holds a significant place in history as it was ceremonially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother in May 1954. Operated initially by Vacuum Oil Company, a unit of Mobil, it later became a joint venture between BP and Mobil starting from 1996. Eventually, ownership transferred to BP in 2000 before being acquired by Petroplus Holdings in 2007. The refinery played a crucial role in producing various essential petroleum products such as petrol and diesel fuels, aviation fuels, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), fuel oils, and bitumen. Its operations contributed significantly to meeting the energy demands of the region. However, despite its remarkable legacy and contributions to industry development throughout the years since its opening over half a century ago, Coryton Oil Refinery sadly closed down in 2012. This stunning photograph not only encapsulates an era of industrial progress but also serves as a reminder of how industries evolve over time. It stands as a testament to human innovation and engineering prowess that shaped our modern world.
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