EIA publishes January STEO
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) has published the newest short-term energy outlook (STEO), including forecasts for 2027.
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Indonesia inaugurates upgrades to Balikpapan Refinery
The Indonesian President has inaugurated upgrades to the Balikpapan Refinery, a National Strategic Project that marks a significant milestone in strengthening Indonesia's energy security and sovereignty.
Uniper and AM Green Ammonia sign offtake agreement
Uniper and AM Green Ammonia have signed a long-term offtake agreement for up to 500 000 tpy of renewable ammonia from India.
Coastal Bend LNG selects KBR and Técnicas Reunidas for FEED and EPC
Coastal Bend LNG has selected KBR, Inc. and Técnicas Reunidas for the FEED of its planned natural gas liquefaction and export facility along the Texas Gulf Coast.
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OXCCU secures sustainability award
UK-based startup OXCCU, which has developed a new process to create sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been crowned the winner of the 2026 Startups 100 Sustainability Award.
VLS acquire Merichem’s Caustic Services business
VLS Environmental Solutions has acquired Merichem’s Caustic Services business, a move that enhances VLS’ reach in the chemical and petrochemical sectors.
Zeopore and BioBTX boost circular aromatics yield from waste plastics
Zeopore Technologies and BioBTX have jointly demonstrated a major advancement in the conversion of waste plastics and biomass into circular aromatics.
Ketjen announces pricing adjustment for hydroprocessing catalysts
Ketjen has announced that it will implement a pricing adjustment for its hydroprocessing catalyst portfolio, effective 15 January 2026.
US natural gas spot prices increased from 2024’s record low in 2025
In 2025, the wholesale US natural gas spot price at the national benchmark Henry Hub in Louisiana averaged US$3.52 per million Btu, based on data from LSEG Data, the EIA has reported.
The rise of AI and advanced analytics
In this exclusive report, Janelle Armstead-English, Seeq, USA, explains how companies in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries are using AI and advanced analytics to improve operational efficiency.