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Coryton Refinery from the air JLP01_068_22
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Coryton Refinery from the air JLP01_068_22
CORYTON OIL REFINERY, THURROCK, ESSEX. An aerial view from the north-west showing Coryton Oil Refinery during its construction.
Coryton Oil Refinery was ceremonially opened in May 1954 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. It was operated by Vacuum Oil Company; a unit of Mobil. From 1996, the refinery was run by BP as part of a joint venture with Mobil. Ownership of Coryton Refinery was later transferred to BP in 2000, and then Petroplus Holdings in 2007. Major products of the refinery included petrol and diesel, aviation fuels, liquefied petroleum gas, fuel oils and bitumen. Coryton Oil Refinery was closed down in 2012
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1950s Construction Development Engineering Industry Oil Refinery
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This aerial view captures the grandeur of Coryton Oil Refinery during its construction in Thurrock, Essex. The photo print, taken from the north-west, showcases the impressive scale and intricate engineering of this industrial marvel. Coryton Oil Refinery was a symbol of progress and innovation when it was ceremonially opened in May 1954 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. Operated initially by Vacuum Oil Company (a unit of Mobil), it later became a joint venture between BP and Mobil in 1996. Ownership eventually transferred to BP in 2000 before being acquired by Petroplus Holdings in 2007. The refinery played a vital role in producing essential petroleum products such as petrol, diesel, aviation fuels, liquefied petroleum gas, fuel oils, and bitumen. Its operations contributed significantly to meeting the energy needs of countless individuals and industries. Sadly, despite its rich history and contributions to society over several decades, Coryton Oil Refinery ceased operations in 2012. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an era marked by industrial growth and development. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection for posterity purposes only – not for commercial use – this image stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to shape landscapes through industry while also highlighting the importance of sustainable energy solutions moving forward.
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