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Petroleum Refining in the UK - Number of Businesses (2021-2031)
There are xx businesses in the Petroleum Refining industry in the UK, which is expected to decline at xx% over the next five years. Petroleum refining turns crude oil into more usable products like petrol. The major oil refineries manufacture petrol, diesel, jet fuel, red diesel and petroleum gas. The refining process also produces by-products like naphtha, which can be used as a solvent. Companies in this industry also manufacture petroleum-based products, including petroleum jelly, paraffin wax and white spirit.
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Number of Businesses
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Employees
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Businesses
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Profit
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2021-2026 XX%
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How many businesses are there in the Petroleum Refining in the UK in 2026?
There is 30 Petroleum Refining in the UK businesses as of 2026, an increase of 0.0% from 2025.
Has the number of Petroleum Refining in the UK businesses grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The number of Petroleum Refining in the UK businesses has declined -2.5% per year on average over the five years between 2021 and 2026.
What is forecast business growth of Petroleum Refining in the UK over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Petroleum Refining in the UK to understand if the mumber of bussinesses is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
What companies have the highest market share in the Petroleum Refining in the UK?
The Petroleum Refining in the UK has moderate market share concentration and the largest business is Esso Petroleum Company Ltd.
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