Sea water transfer project operationalized for Isfahan refinery
700,000 cubic meters supplied per month
The pilot operation phase for the first stage of the sea water transfer project to Isfahan Province commenced on Wednesday, as announced by the head of Isfahan Oil Refining Company.
"With the operation of this project, approximately 700,000 cubic meters of the refinery's monthly water requirement will be supplied through this source,” said CEO of Isfahan Oil Refining Company Gholamreza Baqeri-Dizaj.
In an interview with SHANA detailing the sea water transfer project to the central province, Baqeri-Dizaj stated that this project is one of the most significant projects for Isfahan Refinery. It has been implemented and become operational with the goal of providing a stable water supply for the province's major industries, especially during drought crises.
He noted that due to Isfahan Province's specific geographical location and recurring droughts, the issue of industrial water supply has been on the agenda for years.
"The first phase of this project involves transferring water via a branch from the 339-kilometer Vasco pipeline to Isfahan, extending along northern and southern routes measuring 240 kilometers and 219 kilometers respectively. The northern route of this project delivers water to Isfahan Refinery. The pilot operation of this phase has now commenced at Isfahan Refinery, and it is planned that approximately 700,000 cubic meters of the refinery's monthly water requirement will be supplied via this route."
Major step towards stable water supply for industries
The CEO of Isfahan Oil Refining Company, emphasizing the continuity and sustainability of production at the company, announced that Isfahan Refinery is the first industry in the province to utilize sea water. He stated, "With the operationalization of the sea water transfer plan, one of the biggest challenges for Isfahan's industries, namely water shortage, will be resolved. The capacity exists to supply the water needs of the province's industries through this means."
Baqeri-Dizaj, pointing out that the project's execution was carried out in full compliance with environmental considerations, added, "For this project, which was established with the goal of ensuring water security for the province's important and vital industries, pumping stations have also been successfully launched and are currently under pilot operation."
Regarding the second phase of the sea water transfer project to Isfahan Province, he said, "The second phase of this project involves the installation of approximately 400 kilometers of pipelines and the necessary equipment to supply water directly from the Oman Sea. The design stages for the second phase are complete, and its execution will commence subject to securing financial resources."
On July 9, the governor-general of Isfahan Province Mehdi Jamali-Nejad announced the first phase of the major project to transfer water from the Oman Sea to the province had been completed. The most significant advantage of the project is the cessation of water consumption by regional industries from the Zayandeh Rud River.