Case study

Overcoming Challenges in Naphtha Hydrofiner and Crude Light Ends Expansion.

A leading petrochemical refinery faced significant challenges during their Naphtha Hydrofiner and Crude Light Ends Expansion project, and the challenges posed by the COVID Period.

Project size

230.000 Direct Field man hours.
215 Engineering Work Packs (EWPs)
(Pre-TA, TA and Post TA).

1

Challenges

▪ Expansion project initiated during the COVID period with unique
hurdles related to logistics and workforce management.
▪ Requirement to build a schedule distributing EWPs in three parts
(Pre-TA, TA, Post-TA)
▪ Expansion Project TA scope presented 10% of the overall TA schedule.
▪ Integration of remaining works from two other projects.
▪ Execution in a complex brownfield environments exposed to
simultaneous operations.

2

Advando approach

▪ Close collaboration with planners to define scope and sequence.
▪ Facilitating open communication with the project team and contractors for
regular progress updates.
▪ Conducting integrated planning meetings and progress reporting aligned
with 3D models, ensuring alignment across all stakeholders.
▪ Implementing weekly EWP progress updates during preparation phase.
▪ Deploying part-time and full-time resources for scheduling and progress
reporting services, based on project needs and priorities.

3

Key takeaways

▪ Effective collaboration and cooperation are essential for complex projects.
▪ Integration of technology for detailed planning and monitoring
▪ Part-time and full-time scheduling services provide flexibility during project
phases.

4

Achievements

Safely completed the pre-TA scope, doubling hours from around 28.000 to 47.000
Integrated team and site resources ensured a qualitative and reliable installation.
Successfully caught up on delays and postponed works for execution after TA.
2022 NHF started up in May.
CLE started up in December, 4 months ahead of the revised COVID plan.