When does Viva Energy expect to restart the residue catalytic cracking unit (RCCU) at its Geelong Refinery, and what caused the shutdown?

Viva Energy expects to restart the residue catalytic cracking unit (RCCU) at its Geelong Refinery in June, following a fire on April 15. The fire damaged units necessary for RCCU operations, prompting repairs estimated to take around six weeks.

What impact is the RCCU restart expected to have on the Geelong Refinery's production capacity?

Following the restart of the RCCU, production at the Geelong Refinery is expected to increase to over 90% of capacity, according to Viva Energy's statement.

Australia's Viva Energy expects to restart Geelong Refinery units in June

May 3, 2026

Viva Energy anticipates restarting the residue catalytic cracking unit at its Geelong Refinery in June following an April fire. Production is expected to reach over 90% capacity, aiding supply amid global fuel disruptions.

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