Iran has exported the first tanker of oil from the southwestern city of Abadan in over 100 years.
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Iran exports first liquefied gas from Abadan wharf
16 Aug 2023 - 11:14
Iran has exported the first tanker of oil from the southwestern city of Abadan in over 100 years.
Hakim Ghayyem, the managing director of the Abadan Oil Refining Company made the announcement on Tuesday.
He added that today 2,000 tons of liquefied gas (LPG) were loaded to the destination despite the fact the country is under tough sanctions.
Abadan Oil Refinery's CEO further also noted that they have planned to dispatch a ship loaded with LPG every two weeks and in the next step every week.
Abadan Oil Refining Company produces 25% of the country's oil-related products.
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