Sociedad Peruana de Hidrocarburos

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About the Industry

Timeline

1861

The first barrel of kerosene arrives for lighting. Oil demand grows.

1863

In Zorritos (Tumbes) the first oil well in South America and the second in the world is drilled.

1871

The first refinery is established in Tumbes.

1874

Production begins in Negritos (Tumbes).

1889

Leasing contract between La Brea and Pariñas with London & Pacific Petroleum.

1917

The Talara refinery begins operations.

1950

IPC starts operation of the LPG bottling plant.

1959

First bidding for Off Shore wells.

1967

Start of operations of the La Pampilla refinery.

1977

The North Peruvian Pipeline enters into operation.

1995

The first Retail Station - Automotive LPG starts operating.

1998

The Camisea project contract is signed.

2004

Camisea gas comes into operation, contributing Natural Gas Liquids and Natural Gas to national production.