This article provides a brief outline of a greenhouse gas management strategy and tools for refineries as they take the necessary action to comply with the future of greenhouse gas legislation.
A look at three recent stories from within the refining sector.
The annual wintertime dispute over Russian payable pipeline tariffs rears its head again; the Russia-Belarus crisis ends after an oil cut-off lasting several days.
Major downstream investments have been announced by Petrolera Argentina, Husky Energy and Ecopetrol.
The US EPA issued a statement on 7th December that confirms the findings of its investigations into greenhouse gases and human health.
Foster Wheeler have announced a strategic partnership with PetroAlgae and a new biorefinery is scheduled to come online in the next few weeks.
Greenhouse gas emission policies are rapidly changing, and the refining industry is concerned that profitability is under threat in a carbon capped environment. This article briefly outlines the current situation and considers the future.
The worldwide sulfur market is facing a glut of product as refiners look to process heavier crudes and oil sands. While a short term recover is to be experienced, long term market stability will rely on the development of new uses for the product.
Essar Group and ONGC Videsh have announced new investments in two African refineries.
Chiyoda Singapore Ltd. have been awarded the design and engineering contract for the desulfurisation facilities at Shell’s Pulau Bukom refinery.
This article provides an overview of the North African hydrocarbon industry, assesses its vital regions and considers a future of promise to coincide with the global economic recovery.
South Korea's petrochemical producers face tough times ahead as they prepare for growing competition from Middle Eastern suppliers and China.
This article offers a recent history of India’s oil and gas industry and describes its current situation, as the nation seeks to expand and increase its refining capacity.
ASEAN countries have been the subject of fast paced growth over recent years, leading to a growing demand for energy, as well as stepping up the search for alternative fuel sources as oil reserves decline.
Taiwan’s petrochemicals industry has faced roller coaster market conditions for the past 18 months mirroring trends in the fortunes of the global petrochemicals sector. This article traces the industry’s progress and considers its future.