Sasol Cuts Java Licensing Costs by 92% with Azul Core Migration
Event summary
- Sasol migrated 150+ Java applications to Azul Core, reducing licensing costs by 92%.
- The migration covered 7,000 devices and 200 servers, completed between April and September 2025.
- Azul Core provided long-term support for legacy Java versions (6, 7) and applets, addressing security and compliance risks.
- Sasol's Java environment supports approximately $14 billion in annual turnover.
The big picture
Sasol's migration highlights the growing trend of enterprises shifting away from Oracle's unpredictable Java licensing model. The move to Azul Core reflects broader industry efforts to optimize IT costs while ensuring security and compliance in legacy systems. This case underscores the strategic importance of Java in mission-critical operations, particularly in sectors like energy and chemicals where operational continuity is paramount.
What we're watching
- Migration Momentum
- How quickly other enterprises in EMEA adopt Azul Core to reduce Oracle Java licensing costs.
- Legacy Support
- Whether Azul can sustain long-term support for outdated Java versions amid security risks.
- Compliance Risks
- The pace at which regulations like GDPR and South Africa's Critical Infrastructure Protection Act impact Java environments.
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