Azerbaijan’s fuel oil output grew by over 55 times in 4 months

In January-April 2025, Azerbaijan produced 55,100 tons of fuel oil, which is 55.1 times higher compared to the same period of 2024, Report informs, citing the country’s State Statistical Committee.

Overall, the total value of petroleum products output in Azerbaijan stood at 1.607 billion manats (approximately $945.3 million) in 4 months, marking a 9.9% decline year-on-year (YoY).

During this period, the country produced 424,400 tons of gasoline, a 17% decrease compared to the first 4 months of 2024.

Moreover, 726,400 tons of diesel fuel were produced in Azerbaijan in the January-April period, which is 8.2% less YoY.

Between January and April 2025, Azerbaijan produced 12,400 tons of lubricating oils and 49,200 tons of bitumen, reflecting a 38.9% decline in lubricating oil output and a 30.2% drop in petroleum bitumen production compared to the same period last year.

In the specified period, 71,900 tons of liquefied gases, 196,000 tons of kerosene, and 63,900 tons of petroleum coke were also produced. Year-over-year, liquefied gas production decreased by 5.6%, while kerosene output fell by 8.3% and petroleum coke production declined by 19.4%.

SOCAR's Heydar Aliyev Oil Refinery, as the only oil refinery in the region, provides Azerbaijan with fuel products such as RON-92, diesel, jet fuel, and raw materials.