Gas processing

Despite economic and environmental hurdles, BP’s Whiting refinery modernisation project has reached one third of the way towards completion.

Our existing fleet of fossil-fueled power plants represents a massive investment. With permits and infrastructure already in place, conversion upgrades can produce fast results at greatly reduced cost compared to new construction. Here are some ideas:

Saudi Aramco and ConocoPhillips plan on awarding contracts for the Yanu refinery in May 2010.

The power sector has undoubtedly been hit hard by the global credit crunch. The good news is though, that we are now seeing some positive signs of recovery, with the sector beginning to slowly bounce back with more money being invested in new projects.

Petrobras and CTC Consortium have signed a new construction agreement for construction at the Comperj refinery.

Oil exploration and production technology holds the key to secure CO₂ storage, a report published by the CO₂ Capture Project (CCP) has recently highlighted. The report provides a definitive treatment of the CO₂ storage subsurface technical issues and how oil and gas experience, technology and protocols are available now to address them.

Increased difficulties in obtaining utility right-of-way and the concept of utility corridors have brought pipelines into close proximity with electric power transmission/distribution systems. Metallic objects subjected to the alternating electromagnetic field will exhibit an induced voltage. Also, power conductor faults to ground can cause substantial fault currents in the underground structure.

OPITO – The Oil and Gas Academy, is focusing on attracting skills and talent to the oil and gas industry, through its ‘Energise Your Future’ event, which took place at this year’s Offshore Europe in Aberdeen.

In March 2009, Brazil adopted the much-awaited Gas Law; regulating the transportation of natural gas. The Gas Law establishes a 30 year concession regime, bringing enhanced security for private companies to enter the market for transportation and storage of natural gas.

This article discusses Argentine energy markets, covering the growing role of natural gas, primary energy consumption and the refining sector.

South America has an impressive total of gas reserves and is increasing its production, however, the region is continually facing problems despite its desire to expand and develop.

India currently has 19 refineries with a total capacity of 3.76 million bpd and gasoline and automotive diesel account for 50% of total domestic refinery production in the country. Delhi is currently the CNG capital of the world.

Nippon Oil has decided to construct a new refinery in Japan with partner SK Energy.

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petroleum Company has begun awarding EPC contracts for the Jubail refinery.

East Asia continues to be a vital region for the world economy and the world energy market. This article looks at the four major East Asian economies, their energy markets, and their hydrocarbon processing industries.