• What happened to palm oil refineries in Malaysia?
  • In 1984, the refineries¡¯ operations were extended to include the processing of crude palm kernel oil. As a result most of the palm kernel oil processing activities are now undertaken by palm oil refiners, reflecting the close integration within the Malaysian oils and fats industry.
  • Why is Malaysia a leading producer of palm oil?
  • The rapidly increasing palm and palm kernel oil refining and fractionation capacity consolidated Malaysia¡¯s position not only as a leading producer, but also a major marketing force in the international trade of oils and fats.
  • Who makes palm kernel oil in Malaysia?
  • Most refiners in Malaysia are now members of PORAM. They produce a wide range of processed palm/palm kernel oil products from fully refined products to specialty fats, cooking oils and many others which are shipped in bulk or in packed forms including flexi-tanks, ISO tanks, cartons, drums and cans.
  • What does unitata refinery do?
  • Our Unitata refinery processes both crude palm kernel oil and crude palm oil to produce specialty fats and vegetable oil fractions. It is a 100% owned subsidiary of United Plantations producing sustainably certified palm oil products.
  • When did palm oil start refining?
  • The refining of crude palm oil commenced in the early 70s in response to the government¡¯s call for increased industrialisation. The emergence of refineries marked the introduction of a wide range of processed palm oil products. Click Here for the History of Malaysian Palm Oil
  • What skills do you need to work in palm oil refinery?
  • Preferably to have 3-4 years of experience in Petroleum refinery plant. Conduct process engineering studies, design, and offer technical support for daily plant¡­¡­ Having worked in palm oil refinery is an added bonus. Those who do not possess a Bachelor¡¯s Degree but with relevant working experience in palm oil refinery¡­¡­