KBC and OLI Systems to collaborate on simulation software
KBC and OLI Systems will integrate their thermodynamics and physical properties software within the Petro-SIM platform.
The latest downstream news
China’s crude-to-chemicals mega-facilities may heavily impact PX exporters
A wave of private investment in new integrated plants is set to reduce China's reliance on regional paraxylene imports.
Air Products awarded coal-to-syngas contract in China
Air Products will supply syngas for Jiutai New Material Co. Ltd’s long-term mono-ethylene glycol project in Hohhot, China.
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Houston-Galveston became net exporter of crude oil in April
Figures released by the US Energy Information Administration show that in April 2018 crude oil exports from Houston-Galveston, Texas, US, exceeded imports by 15 000 bpd.
Corrosion Resistant Alloys announces new API license
The license provides verification that Corrosion Resistant Alloys quality system meets the requirements of API Q1 and that the company is capable of manufacturing products in accordance with API 5CRA/ISO 13680.
GlobalData: China to continue leading global propylene capacity growth until 2026
The company’s latest report forecasts that the global propylene capacity is poised to see considerable growth over the next nine years from 121.3 million tpy in 2017 to 148.1 million tpy in 2026.
Samson appoints Chief Digital Officer
As of 1 January 2019, Dr. Thorsten Pötter will assume the position of Chief Digital Officer at Samson Aktiengesellschaft in Frankfurt, Germany.
Venture Global LNG announces additional private placement funding
Venture Global LNG Inc. has announced that it has raised additional private capital of approximately US$160 million.
Union Tech provides rising-stem ball valves for MTO project in China
Earlier this year, Union Tech was awarded a contract to install Z4 rising-stem ball valves and paired actuators in Nanjing Chengzhi Yongqing Energy Technology’s 600 kilotonnes per annum methanol-to-olefins (MTO) project.
MAN Energy Solutions opens new site in Sydney
The new facility in Sydney features a revamped 2 MW engine test cell with an improved acoustic attenuation and an increased crane capacity.
Axpo signs term sheet for LNG SPA with Pieridae Energy
The contract is scheduled to begin from the start of commercial deliveries, currently estimated to be in 3Q23, and last for a 10-year period.
BCCK partners with Navitas Midstream on Texas nitrogen rejection unit project
BCCK Holding Co. has been selected by Navitas Midstream Midland Basin, LLC for the construction of a Nitech® Nitrogen Rejection Unit in West Texas.
Pieridae engages KfW IPEX-Bank as adviser for Goldboro LNG loan
The Canadian energy company has appointed KfW IPEX-Bank as an adviser in assisting it to finalise a US$-multibillion untied loan guarantee from the German federal government for the construction of the Goldboro LNG facility in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Proserv appoints VP for Strategic Planning and Marketing
Ewen MacLean has been appointed to the position and joins from Calash.
Neste, ReNew ELP and Licella to explore use of waste plastic as a raw material for fuels, chemicals and new plastics
The three companies will work together to study the feasibility and sustainability of transforming liquefied waste plastic into refinery raw material.
Haldor Topsoe acquires full ownership of Ferrostaal Topsoe Projects GmbH
The transaction adds to Topsoe’s portfolio of catalyst and proprietary technologies for the chemical and refining industries.
New Russian refining subsidies taking shape
A report from ESAI Energy suggests that Russia’s oil tax reform will cause an adjustment in investment plans for refineries.
Ultra-low emission natural gas trucks hit the road in California
Food Express, Inc., with the assistance of Southern California Gas Co., has added 11 new ultra-low emission natural gas trucks to its fleet.
Orbital Gas Systems secures maintenance, repair and calibration contract with UK natural gas operator
Orbital Gas Systems has been awarded an exclusive contract to provide routine maintenance, repair and calibration for a major UK natural gas transmission company.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade to take export decision on Nghi Son oil refinery “soon”
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade released a statement on Monday saying it will respond to a request from the Nghi Son oil refinery to export fuels such as gasoline and diesel “soon”.
ExxonMobil first to supply via a mass flow metering system in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region
ExxonMobil Premium HDME 50™ marine fuel is now available through a mass flow metering system that has received third-party accreditation from Lloyd’s Register.
GP Petroleums and MAG Lube to distribute IPOL lubricants worldwide
GP Petroleums Ltd (GPPL) has signed an agreement with MAG Lube LLC to manufacture and market IPOL lubricants across the world.
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