Nextchem (MAIRE) awarded new contract in China
MAIRE has announces that Nextchem, through its subsidiary Conser has been awarded licensing, process design package, and technical services for a new plant to produce Trimellitic Anhydride in China.
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Wood Mackenzie: commentary on LNG market disruption
Data released by Wood Mackenzie shows the Middle East conflict disrupted 80 million tpy of Gulf LNG exports, yet power markets absorbed the shock through fuel diversification.
Clariant launches new propane dehydrogenation catalyst
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, has announced the launch of CATOFIN 1000, its propane dehydrogenation catalyst.
Emerson and Aramco deploy AI Solution for higher refinery yield volume
Emerson has announced the successful deployment of an AI-driven optimisation solution for Aramco, with the integration of Emerson’s Aspen Hybrid Models™ into Aramco’s existing refinery planning framework.
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UAE to leave OPEC
The UAE has announced its decision to exit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC and OPEC+), effective 1 May 2026.
Phillips 66 Limited completes acquisition of Lindsey Oil Refinery assets
Phillips 66 Limited has announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets and associated infrastructure of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Ltd, UK.
Clean Planet Technologies opens new facility
Clean Planet Technologies has opened a new facility dedicated to converting non-recyclable waste plastic to aviation fuel in Kent, UK.
Johnson Matthey selected by Liquid Sunshine for new biomethanol fuel plant
Guangdong Liquid Sunshine has selected Johnson Matthey as a technology partner for its first commercial scale project – a biomethanol plant planned in Tiandong County, Guangxi, China.
EIA: Brent crude oil spot prices surge past futures price in April
The Dated Brent spot price increased to a premium of more than US$25/bbl compared with the front-month Brent futures contract in early April, the US EIA has reported.
KBR announces strategic UK investment in AI
KBR has announced a strategic investment in UK-based Applied Computing, marking a significant step forward in KBR’s AI driven growth strategy. As part of the investment, KBR has also secured a board position in the company.