GlobalData: Middle East to drive global PVC capacity growth through 2030
GlobalData has reported that low-cost feedstock and developed infrastructure will support PVC capacity additions in the Middle East.
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Wood Mackenzie cuts Brent forecast following US-Iran MoU
Wood Mackenzie has forecasted Brent averaging US$78/bbl in 2027 and potentially easing to US$70/bbl by 4Q27, following a US-Iran MoU that has shifted market sentiment away from a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure.
Cognite launches integrated supply chain offering
Cognite has announced the launch of its Integrated Supply Chain offering, which extends the Cognite AI and Data Platform beyond the plant.
INEOS Styrolution announces closure of polystyrene site
INEOS Styrolution has announced its decision to permanently close its polystyrene production site in Illinois, US, with decommissioning and an orderly closure process expected to be completed in 4Q6.
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Nextchem secures licensing agreement to advance SAF production
MAIRE has announced that Nextchem, through its subsidiary MyRechemical, has signed a licensing agreement with SUSTAERO GP Inc. in relation to a project for the production of SAF from biomass in Canada.
How the UK’s chemical plants can adapt to a long-term below-capacity outlook
Jenny Cabrera, Octave, explores the operational, engineering and workforce strategies UK chemical plants can adopt to navigate a prolonged period of underutilisation.
John Crane introduces methodology to improve drivetrain accuracy and reduce failure risk
John Crane has developed a validated methodology that significantly improves the accuracy of drivetrain analysis in critical rotating equipment.
Zululand Energy Terminal advances LNG import project with ExxonMobil
The Zululand Energy Terminal has signed a heads of agreement with ExxonMobil South Africa LNG Ltd for the development of South Africa’s first LNG import terminal at the Port of Richards Bay.
Acelen Renewables selects Honeywell technology for renewables biofuels production
Honeywell has announced that its modular Ecofining™ process technology, specialised pumps, compressors, and integrated control and safety systems will help drive SAF and renewable diesel production for Acelen Renewables' greenfield site in Bahia, Brazil.
ECOnnect Energy awarded contract to supply LNG transfer solution to Puerto Bahía terminal
ECOnnect Energy has signed an agreement with Sociedad Portuaria Puerto Bahía S.A. to deliver its jettyless transfer system for Puerto Bahía´s fast-tracked LNG import terminal in Colombia.