Palm oil refineries are typically located close to ports from which the palm oil can be shipped to other destinations. Wilmar, for instance, owns shipping companies such as Yihai Kerry International Trading Co. Ltd which transport palm oil and other related palm oil products around the world.
Why are palm oil refineries important?
Refineries play a vital role in the supply chain for processing crude palm oil, and palm kernel into refined products which are ready for consumption. They need to continuously improve operational efficiencies and strive to reduce carbon footprint.
How many palm oil refineries are there in Malaysia?
United Plantations operates two palm oil refineries in Malaysia. Strong emphasis is placed on producing certified sustainable products of superior quality with a high level of traceability and transparency throughout our supply chain. United Plantations¡¯ Research and Development facility was established in 1951.
Why is palm oil refining important in Malaysia?
Palm oil refining industry has become one of the most important industries in Malaysia since 1960s. In the second quarter of 2018, total production and total exports of Malaysian palm oil products recorded low-single digit drop, despite an encouraging recovery in production in 2017.