Syria to Build New 150,000 bpd Oil Refinery: A Major Boost for Energy Sector
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Fatima Saif
- . November 28, 2025
- . Update: November 28, 2025 6:42 pm
Syria oil refinery 2025: will build a new 150,000 barrels per day (bpd) oil refinery that will be a big move towards rejuvenating its energy sector and economic recovery following a series of conflict. The existing Baniyas refinery operates well below its capacity due to degradation and damage, limiting Syria’s oil production drastically. The recently announced refinery project by the energy minister in Syria will increase the refining capacity of the country, lessen dependency on energy and boost domestic consumption and exportation. This paper discusses the project, the strategic value of the project, and the anticipated effects it will have on the energy situation in Syria.
Current Challenges in Syrian Oil Refining
Syria was able to produce about 380,000 bpd before the continued conflicts but its production has reduced drastically to about 130,000 bpd, owing to the destruction of infrastructure and interference with operations. The Baniyas refinery, with a nominal capacity of 115,000 bpd, currently operates at only about 95,000 bpd, insufficient to meet national demand or export goals. The decreased performance due to aging facilities and war damage has forced Syria to be importing refined products even though it has oil deposits.
Details of the New Refinery Project
As disclosed by the Syrian energy minister through state-run Ekhbariya TV, the new oil refinery will have a capacity of 150000 barrels per day, an enormous capacity in refining. This is a state-driven project, which belongs to the rest of economic revival, such as offshore gas exploration contracts with countries of the Gulf such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. The project will generate employment, investment and lessen the dependence of refined fuels which are imported to Syria.
Strategic and Economic Importance
The refinery will enhance the energy security of Syria at a very crucial point that will offer steady fuel supplies to transportation, industry, and production of electricity. It also places the nation in a position to restore its export base, and this boosts foreign exchange income. In addition, partnerships with members of the Gulf region and investment in infrastructure is an indication that Syria is planning to re-enter the regional energy markets.
Outlook and Future Prospects
During the construction process, Syria expects to modernize its oil infrastructure and increase its production in a sustainable manner. The achievement in this undertaking may trigger more investments and lead to the overall recovery of the energy sector which is essential to the reconstruction in the country after the conflicts.
