Incorporated on February 29, 1992, in Malaysia, JJ-Lurgi Engineering Sdn Bhd (JJ-Lurgi) is a 50/50 joint venture between Jebsen & Jessen Pte Ltd, Singapore, and Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions Germany GmbH (formerly Lurgi GmbH, Germany). With a reputation for delivering world-class solutions to the oils and fats industry, JJ-Lurgi specializes in oilseeds extraction, edible oil refining, fats modification, oleochemicals, and methyl ester (biodiesel).
As a leading provider of highly customizable technology and solutions, JJ-Lurgi supports clients from design and installation to maintenance and after-sales services, ensuring seamless operations. This includes troubleshooting, plant diagnosis, and plant upgrades, helping customers optimize efficiency and productivity.
Competitive Edge: Engineering for a Sustainable Future
JJ-Lurgi stands out by designing solutions that maximize resource utilization while maintaining efficiency and environmental responsibility. With consistent research and development at its core, the company continues to innovate, offering enhanced solutions and cutting-edge technology to meet evolving industry demands.
A key differentiator is JJ-Lurgi’s ability to blend German engineering excellence with localized industry expertise and an extensive regional network. This synergy has positioned the company as a trusted partner for major industry players across Asia and beyond.
Global Reach and Market Leadership
With a strategic presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, and China, JJ-Lurgi effectively supports the ASEAN region and China while expanding its footprint into South Asia and the Americas. Its in-depth knowledge of regional markets, combined with state-of-the-art technology and engineering expertise, enables rapid response to client needs and long-term sustainability in its partnerships.
From 2017 to 2020, JJ-Lurgi held a significant market share in Southeast Asia’s oleochemicals sector, capturing 74 percent of the market and experiencing strong growth in the biodiesel, extraction, and refinery markets. To date, the company has engineered over 340 process plants worldwide, including the world’s largest biodiesel plant with cold filtration at 1,500 TPD, three of the world’s largest edible oil refineries at 3,500 TPD each, and three of the world’s second-largest edible oil refineries at 3,000 TPD each.
Client-Centric Approach and Commitment to Excellence
JJ-Lurgi serves a diverse clientele, ranging from small and medium enterprises to global industrial conglomerates such as Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Cargill, Wilmar, Sinarmas, IOI Group, Felda, KLK Oleo, Apical, Sinograin, and COFCO. The company prides itself on its client-centric approach, developing customized, sustainable engineering solutions that cater to specific operational needs.
Guided by core values of trust, commitment, and partnership, JJ-Lurgi places safety and environmental responsibility at the forefront. The company strictly adheres to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, ensuring top-tier safety performance, minimal operational downtime, and reduced environmental impact.
A Milestone Year: Celebrating 30 Years of Success
Winning the ACES Awards would mark a significant milestone for JJ-Lurgi as it celebrates three decades of excellence. In the face of a challenging global landscape, the company remains steadfast in its mission to drive the region’s oils and fats industry forward with innovative, sustainable, and highly efficient solutions.
Shanggari Balakrishnan, CEO of MORS Group, commended JJ-Lurgi’s contributions, stating that know-how alone is not enough in today’s world of business. Companies in the post-pandemic world seek solutions, and JJ-Lurgi obliges, drawing on its deep reservoir of technological expertise. Its focus on optimizing resource utilization and creating efficient processes minimizes environmental impact without sacrificing efficiency and productivity.
Recognizing its industry leadership, Balakrishnan further added that JJ-Lurgi deserves recognition for making no compromises when it comes to safety and the environment. Its adherence to international performance and reporting standards ensures the highest safety levels, minimal downtime, and reduced environmental impact, making it one of the best-performing companies in Asia.
With a legacy built on innovation, JJ-Lurgi continues to shape the future of the oils and fats industry—one world-class solution at a time.
