Visakhapatnam – Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited’s Visakh Refinery has been honoured with the prestigious “Leading Refinery of the Year” award at the 9th edition of the Global Refining and Petrochemical Congress (GRPC 2025). This accolade marks a significant recognition of HPCL’s innovation-driven approach to refining and its commitment to sustainable excellence.
A Testament to Innovation and Sustainability
GRPC 2025, one of the most influential gatherings in the global downstream energy sector, was held under the central theme “Innovation for a Low Carbon Future.” In this context, the award highlights HPCL Visakh Refinery’s outstanding performance, environmental leadership, and technology adoption in line with evolving industry demands.
The recognition places HPCL Visakh Refinery among the leading names in global refining, as it continues to focus on cleaner processes, higher efficiency, and future-ready infrastructure. The refinery’s performance reflects HPCL’s broader commitment to operational excellence while navigating the sector’s low-carbon transition.
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Driving India’s Energy Transition

As India’s refining sector adapts to emerging challenges and opportunities, HPCL Visakh Refinery stands out for integrating sustainability into every aspect of its operations. This award adds to HPCL’s growing list of accolades in the downstream oil and gas industry.
About HPCL
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. It operates major refineries in Mumbai and Visakhapatnam and maintains a strong presence in petroleum product marketing, infrastructure, and R&D. HPCL plays a vital role in India’s energy security and is actively investing in clean energy and low-carbon technologies to support the country’s transition to a sustainable future.
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