Operating disorder in OMV refinery: High-torch operation started!

Operating disorder in OMV refinery: High-torch operation started!

Schwechat, Österreich - On April 15, 2025, the OMV refinery in Schwechat near Vienna was a operating disorder that was found at 10:00 a.m. The OMV informed that the operation of the high torch was activated in the immediate elimination of the situation. This measure is taken to ensure security during the disorder and to protect the environment because it is a preventive measure.

The responsible authorities were immediately informed about the disorder. This includes the Schwechat fire brigade, the district administration Bruck an der Leitha and the municipality of Schwechat. Work to remedy the disorder is in full swing in order to ensure regular operation as soon as possible.

affected production units

The OMV has assured that all safety precautions have been carried out in accordance with the applicable guidelines. At this point it should be mentioned that the Ifeu Refinery model, which was developed in the 1990s, plays an important role in the refinery industry. It enables the calculation of the ecological balance of refinery products and offers consistent data records across all process steps, which means that efficiency in production can be optimized. Speaking of efficiency, especially the delivery of fuels shows how important stable operation is in the refinery, since there are no interruptions.

outlook and further information

While the work to remedy the operating disorder is progressing, we should not overlook the long-term challenges in the refinery and petrochemical industry. The further processing of refinery products is shown by complex models that can be adapted to specific questions. These models are crucial for the planning and optimization of production processes and contribute to the development of sustainable solutions.

Further information on the current situation in the OMV refinery can be found in the independent reports, for example at vienna.at and Orf . If you want to learn more about the methodology and the importance of the Ifeu Refinery model, you can visit the website of the ifeu