BP Detects Contaminated Oil Tanks at Turkey Ceyhan Port, Exports Continue

BP has detected contaminants, specifically organic chlorides, in some oil tanks at Turkey's BTC Ceyhan terminal, though oil loadings continue from tanks within normal specifications, and exports via the BTC pipeline remain ongoing. These contaminants are used in oil extraction but must be removed before entering pipelines as they can damage refinery equipment. The contamination reports have raised market concerns, recalling a similar 2019 incident with the Druzhba pipeline that disrupted Russian oil exports. BP is investigating the situation and taking measures to contain affected tanks while assessing crude oil quality across the pipeline facilities. Meanwhile, Italian energy company Eni confirmed that some contaminated cargoes purchased from the market have entered its refining system but stated the oil will be treated safely without environmental or health risks. Despite delays and increased testing at the Ceyhan port, oil loading has resumed, and BP continues to monitor the quality issue closely.