Bangchak Group, through Bangchak Sriracha, Commences Operations of The First VLCC

Enable Crude Shipment of up to 2 Million Barrels per Voyage - “A Breakthrough in Enhancing Thailand’s Energy Logistics”

Bangchak Group, through Bangchak Sriracha Public Company Limited (BSRC), officially commenced operations of its Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) berth at the Bangchak Sriracha Refinery in Chonburi Province on 17 October 2025. This marks a milestone in enhancing Thailand’s energy logistics, reinforces Bangchak Group’s role as a leader in the energy sector and strengthen sits regional competitiveness.

Mr. Anuwat Rungruangrattanagul, Chief Executive Officer and Senior Executive Vice President, Refinery and Operations, BSRC, together with Bangchak Group executives, welcomed Mr. Suriya Kittimonthon, Director of the Marine Department Region 6 Office, along with executives from the Chonburi Branch and the Vessel Traffic Control and Maritime Security Center. The delegation boarded a vessel to observe the berthing of MT Advantage Vital, the first VLCC to dock at Bangchak Sriracha Refinery via Multi-Buoy Mooring (MBM), following approval from the Marine Department for vessels up to 336 meters in length.

The MT Advantage Vital is one of the largest crude oil carriers and in this voyage, it delivered over 1 million barrels of crude oil. The successful launch of the VLCC berth represents a strategic advancement for Thailand’s energy sector, and in particular for Bangchak Group, improving cost efficiency, reducing transportation costs for crude oil, and increasing flexibility in crude oil management. It aligns with Bangchak Group’s strategy, “Accelerating Bangchak 100x: Pivoting toward Energy Security and Sustainability,” which aims to strengthen energy security while driving sustainable growth. The facility enhances the operational synergy between Bangchak Phra Khanong and Bangchak Sriracha Refineries, and elevates competitiveness to international standards.