Coal to Methanol Project
Converting low-rank coal into 2 million tonnes of methanol per year.
Converting low-rank coal into methanol
Low-rank coal feedstock is processed through gasification technology into high-value methanol, with sulphuric acid as a by-product.
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Technology already proven in commercial operation
Technological complexity and execution demands are met with commercially proven technology, a bankable feasibility study, and integrated utility and feedstock support.
Licensor
Gasification and methanol synthesis technology from a commercially proven licensor.
Bankable Feasibility Study
The Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) is final and forms the basis for the FEED/BED stage and the investment decision.
Integrated supporting utilities and infrastructure
The project scope covers the utilities and supporting infrastructure needed to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
Feedstock
Low-rank coal supplied from East Kutai.
Site preparation and land clearing are under way
Land preparation at the BEC project site, Bengalon, East Kutai.
An internationally specified product in a strategic location
IMPCA Reference Specifications
| No | Test | Unit | Method | Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Appearance | - | IMPCA 003 | Clear, free of suspended matter |
| 02 | Purity on dry basis | % W/W | IMPCA 001 | Min. 99,85 |
| 03 | Acetone | mg/kg | IMPCA 001 | Max. 30 |
| 04 | Ethanol | mg/kg | IMPCA 001 | Max. 50 |
| 05 | Colour | Pt-Co | ASTM D 1209 / D 5386 | Max. 5 |
| 06 | Water | % W/W | ASTM E 1064 | Max. 0,100 |
| 07 | Distillation Range at 760 mm Hg | °C | ASTM D 1078 | Max. 1,0 |
| 08 | Specific Gravity 20°C/20°C | - | ASTM D 4052 | 0,7910-0,7930 |
| 09 | Potassium Permanganate Time test at 15°C | minutes | ASTM D 1363 | Min. 60 |
| 10 | Chloride as Cl- | mg/kg | IMPCA 002 | Max. 0,5 |
| 11 | Sulfur | mg/kg | ASTM D 3961 / D 5453 | Max. 0,5 |
| 12 | Water miscibility | - | ASTM D 1722 | Passes test |
| 13 | Carbonizables | Pt-Co | ASTM E 346 (2024) | Max. 30 |
| 14 | Acidity as Acetic Acid | mg/kg | ASTM D 1613 | Max. 30 |
| 15 | Iron in solution | mg/kg | ASTM E 394 | Max. 0,10 |
| 16 | Non Volatile Matter | mg/1000ml | ASTM D 1353 | Max. 8 |
| 17 | TMA | - | - | Optional (see method notes) |
| 18 | Aromatics | - | - | Optional (see method notes) |
Based on the IMPCA Reference Specifications. The TMA and Aromatics parameters are optional, following the methods recommended in the standard's notes.
Strategic Location
Direct Sea Access
Direct access to the Makassar Strait - easing distribution and export logistics.
Close to Coal Supply
East Kutai Regency holds abundant low-rank coal reserves.
BCIP Industrial Estate
Located in PT Batuta Chemical Industrial Park (approx. 943 ha). An application for Special Economic Zone (SEZ) status is in progress to secure fiscal incentives.
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