In 2025, Luberef continued to demonstrate strong operational performance built on safety, reliability, and disciplined execution. The Company maintained a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.0 for the sixth consecutive year, reaffirming its position as one of the safest base oil producers globally.
Sustained reliability across both refineries, coupled with structured maintenance programs and targeted process improvements, supported operational continuity during a year that included major planned turnaround activities.
Strengthening Health, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness
Luberef achieved several milestones in occupational health and safety, underscoring its unwavering commitment to protecting people and assets. In 2025, the Company earned ISO 45001 certification for its Occupational Health and Safety Management System, reflecting adherence to international best practices in risk management and workplace protection.
The Industrial Security and Safety (ISS) Department also received multiple recognitions, including Pro Board International Accreditation for ten firefighters certified to NFPA standards, two President’s Awards from neighboring facilities for exemplary incident response, and a perfect score of 30/30 in a major emergency drill conducted by YAMA Group – affirming world-class readiness and responsiveness.
Embedding a Proactive Safety Culture
During the year, Luberef advanced its “Safety as a Second Nature” campaign, embedding a six-pillar safety framework that emphasizes leadership, accountability, continuous learning, and open communication. This initiative strengthened hazard awareness, improved reporting of near misses, and cultivated shared responsibility at all organizational levels.
A structured Unsafe Condition Management workflow was introduced, defining ownership, verification, and closure protocols for safety observations. The program achieved a closure rate exceeding 95% across both refineries, eliminating all pending unsafe conditions and establishing a sustainable, transparent mechanism for future cases.
Building Knowledge and Capability
Luberef continued to invest in health, safety, and emergency-response training to enhance workforce competence and readiness.
Training initiatives included
- Four major Health and Safety Campaigns on heat stress, ergonomics, wellness, and safety culture.
- A new Safety E-Learning Program delivering structured modules on high-risk activities and behavioral safety.
- Specialized Technical Safety Sessions led by internal experts and industry professionals, addressing topics such as chemical handling, PPE compliance, and AI in safety monitoring.
- Comprehensive safety orientations for employees and contractors to ensure consistent awareness of site-specific hazards and protocols.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Hours without Lost-Time Injury | 43,307,934 | 38,067,338 | 35,445,813 |
| Participants trained in HSE & Emergency Response | 976 | 720 | 202 |
| Total HSE & Emergency Training Hours | 65,105 | 57,736 | 43,710 |
Operational Excellence and Reliability
Luberef’s strong operational discipline was further demonstrated through the successful completion of a major turnaround, executed safely and on schedule. The work enhanced equipment reliability and prepared both sites for the next phase of capacity expansion, including Group III readiness at Yanbu. Continuous monitoring, digital integration, and predictive maintenance practices further supported mechanical availability above 99%, contributing to Luberef’s industry-leading efficiency and cost competitiveness.
Major Turnaround Execution
In 2025, Luberef successfully completed the largest planned turnaround in its history, marking a major operational milestone. Conducted safely, the turnaround enhanced asset reliability, efficiency, and readiness for the upcoming Growth II commissioning phase.
The scope included comprehensive maintenance, inspection, and equipment upgrades across critical process units, with detailed planning ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations. The project mobilized cross-functional teams from both refineries, contractors, and technical partners, supported by robust safety oversight and daily coordination protocols.
Completion of the turnaround improved mechanical integrity and extend the life cycle of key assets. The success of this effort reflects the strong technical expertise, collaboration, and commitment of Luberef’s people, whose skills continue to drive operational excellence across the Company.