9 Dec 2010 17:47

BASF to help Gazprom Neft develop fuel brand

MOSCOW. Dec 9 (Interfax) - German chemical concern BASF will assist Gazprom Neft develop a fuel brand, the Russian oil company said in its website.

Gazprom Neft said that it and BASF had been in discussions in regards to developing their partnership. This includes the application of BASF's innovative solutions at Gazprom Neft's refineries in order to produce high-quality motor fuels, as well as using additives in production and creating a Gazprom Neft fuel brand.

Discussion of these plans was part of joint efforts to develop Gazprom and BASF's partnership in the chemicals sector.