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Upgrading Refineries – For the Next Generation –

Updated : 2026.01.21

Status: Announce
Course Number
IT-4-26
Title / Theme
Upgrading Refineries - For the Next Generation -
Dates
2026.06.30〜2026.07.10
Objectives
In this course, participants will learn about the strategies and technologies for refinery upgrades through economic efficiency evaluation, petrochemical integration, energy conservation, decarbonization, and utilizing AI and digital transformation to enhance the overall competitiveness of refineries.
Main Topics
1.	Lecture:
・Overview of the oil industry in Japan
・Optimal process configuration / economics and feasibility
・Refinery upgrades technologies: Petrochemical integration, energy conservation, decarbonization
・Utilizing AI and digital transformation (DX)
・Workshop for refinery upgrades
・Linear programming practice

2. Site Visit:
・Steam system equipment manufacturer
・Refinery
・Engineering company
Application Deadline
April 29, 2026
Qualification
Leaders or engineers in charge of refinery upgrades / modernization planning, or those with equivalent qualifications who also possess the skills to conduct daily conversations and make presentations in English.
Others
* Further course details will be announced three (3) months before the start of the course.