Nayara Energy Boosts Crude Processing to 90% Despite Sanctions Pressure

Nayara Energy, a private Indian refiner with a 20 million tonnes per annum facility in Vadinar, Gujarat, has increased its crude throughput to around 90%, according to industry sources. Despite being sanctioned by the European Union in July 2025 due to its Russian ownership (Rosneft holds a 49% stake), Nayara has managed to maintain steady operations by sourcing Russian crude and redirecting refined products to non-European markets.

The company has faced hurdles importing non-Russian crude and essential refining inputs like catalysts and chemicals, previously sourced from European vendors. In response, Nayara has intensified its focus on domestic retail distribution and exports to countries such as the UAE, Singapore, and Oman.

Key highlights:

• Crude runs raised to ~90% capacity at Vadinar refinery  
• EU sanctions imposed in July 2025 due to Rosneft’s stake  
• Continued reliance on Russian oil supplies  
• Export pivot to Asian markets amid European restrictions  
• Operational adjustments include CEO transition and supply chain shifts  

Sources:Economic Times EnergyWorld, OilPrice.com, UnlistedZone