PKN - Polski Koncern Naftowy ORLEN SA

Polski Koncern Naftowy ORLEN SA, also known as Orlen S.A., is a multifaceted energy company operating in various sectors, including refining, petrochemicals, energy, retail, gas, and upstream business. The company's refining segment involves processing and wholesaling refinery products, such as crude oil, and producing and selling fuel, oil, chemicals, and petrochemicals, as well as offering supporting services.

In the energy sector, Orlen S.A. generates, distributes, and sells electricity and heat from both conventional and renewable energy sources, including solar photovoltaics. The company also trades electricity and provides natural gas exploration, production, and import services. Additionally, it engages in the trading and storage of gas and liquid gas.

The company's upstream business involves exploring, recognizing, and extracting hydrocarbons, as well as exploring, producing, and importing natural gas. Orlen S.A. also operates a network of fuel stations, offering a range of products, including petrol, diesel, LPG, biofuels, aviation and marine fuels, and heating oils.

In the petrochemical sector, the company produces and sells a variety of products, including aromatics, olefins, polyolefins, plastics, glycols, nitrogen fertilizers, and other chemicals. These products are used in various industries, such as automotive, construction, and agriculture.

Orlen S.A. also provides a range of services, including transportation, maintenance and overhaul, laboratory, security, design, administrative, courier, insurance, and financial services. The company is involved in press distribution and media activities, such as publishing newspapers and operating websites.

With a history dating back to 1999, Orlen S.A. is headquartered in Plock, Poland, and has undergone significant changes, including a name change from Polski Koncern Naftowy ORLEN S.A. to Orlen S.A. in July 2023. Today, the company is a leading player in the energy sector in Poland and beyond.