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Delivering Resilience in Refining and Petrochemicals

In an energy landscape defined by shifting product demands, tightening margins, and the drive toward decarbonization, refiners and petrochemical operators face increasing complexity. For over 40 years, KBC has empowered the downstream industry with leading edge technology and trusted expertise to deliver sustainable value and strategic insights. From optimizing performance to improving safety and profitability, KBC helps you stay ahead in a rapidly changing energy world.

Delivering Measurable Impact

Improve margins

Capture up to $1 per barrel through implemented and sustained Profit Improvement Programs that unlock hidden value.

Reduce energy efficiency & CO₂

Cut energy costs and reduce emissions by up to 30% with proven strategies and technologies that drive sustainable, measurable results.

Effective asset management

Increase availability by 3 -5%, shorten turnarounds by up to 7 days and reduce asset maintenance costs by up to 20%.

Transform with digital operations

Leverage digital solutions to modernize systems, enhance decision making and boost efficiency, resulting in up to 50c/bbl. 

Optimize with simulation

Optimize processes, reduce risk, and accelerate innovation with advanced simulation tools trusted by the world’s leading operators.

Maximize returns, minimize risk

Reduce CAPEX and OPEX by 1-5% and reduce transaction risk with independent, deep insights for better investment decisions.

Expertise in the Downstream Industry

Strategic Consulting
Operations Consulting
Rigorous Simulation
Advanced Technology
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We help businesses make confident decisions that shape the future of their operations. From growth or rationalization of the value chain to due diligence and feasibility studies and acting as your Owners Technical Advisor for new capital projects, our experts ensure every investment delivers maximum impact. We also guide organizational change management and optimize CAPEX/OPEX strategies to unlock sustainable growth.

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Drive operational excellence with proven methodologies. Our Profit Improvement Program uncovers hidden value and implements sustainable changes to boost margins. Through Strategic Energy Reviews, we identify performance gaps, reveal energy-saving opportunities, and benchmark against industry leaders using the Best Technology Index. To support the transition to a low-carbon future, we combine emissions modeling with operational and economic insights to create actionable decarbonization roadmaps. Our Asset Management practice ensures assets remain safe, reliable, and productive throughout their lifecycle — maximizing value and minimizing risk through capital investment strategies, advanced technology, optimized maintenance and turnarounds, and workforce competency development.

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Accelerate performance through digital innovation. KBC Acuity, our cloud-based solution, provides actionable insights for better decision-making, while our AI-driven solutions unlock predictive capabilities and automation. From advanced analytics to integrated platforms, we empower your organization to thrive in a data-driven world.

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Simon Calverley

Principal Consultant - Head of Coaching & Capability Development

Our expert in Refinery Configuration Studies, Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization initiatives

“Working with downstream operators around the world, I’ve seen how combining deep process expertise with an understanding of business drivers supported by leading-edge digital technologies can unlock step‑change improvements in efficiency, profitability, and sustainability. At KBC, we partner with our clients to enable safer, cleaner, and more resilient operations for the long term.”

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