Petrobras advances expansion of RNEST
Petrobras has advanced the expansion of the processing capacity of the Abreu e Lima Refinery (RNEST), Brazil, with the construction of the second set of units (train 2).
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Geopolitical developments contribute to elevated diesel prices
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) considers key geopolitical developments that have contributed to rising diesel prices in the final months of 2025.
Five key ways to decarbonise downstream
Wood Mackenzie explores how the refining and petrochemical sectors can cut emissions, exploring opportunities and challenges for operators.
Petrobras approves Business Plan 2026 - 2030
Petrobras has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the 2026 - 2030 Business Plan (PN 2026 - 30).
CZPC receives investment licence for Zambia oil refinery
The Zambia Development Agency has handed over the investment licence to China Zambia Petrochemical Corp. for the development of a US$1.1 billion crude-oil refinery and integrated energy complex in Ndola, Zambia.
US average gasoline prices this Thanksgiving similar to last
On the Monday before Thanksgiving, the US retail price for regular-grade gasoline averaged US$3.06/gal., just ¢2/gal. higher than the same time in 2024, the EIA has reported.
Sonatrach and Sinopec to boost naphtha refining capacity
Sonatrach and Sinopec Guangzhou Engineering Co. Ltd have signed a contract relating to the construction of a hydrotreating and reforming unit (CCR type) to treat heavy naphtha at the Arzew refinery, Algeria.
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AFPM: REFINER Act spotlights liquid fuels, downstream energy manufacturing as a national security asset
AFPM President and CEO Chet Thompson has issued a statement on the Researching Efficient Federal Improvements for Necessary Energy Refining (REFINER) Act (H.R. 3109).
Dangote Refinery selects Honeywell technology to double production capacity
Dangote Refinery has selected Honeywell to supply technology and services to help enable the refinery to process a wider range of crude and double the production capacity by 2028.
EIL signs MoU with NMDC Energy
Engineers India Limited (EIL) has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NMDC Energy to strengthen cooperation in the execution of onshore projects in Saudi Arabia.
UK oil sits at the heart of Europe’s integrated energy system
An independent study commissioned by Ithaca Energy and endorsed by OEUK shows that 65% of UK crude production ultimately serves UK market through European refining network, Wood Mackenzie analysis reveals.
ExxonMobil and BASF advance low-emission hydrogen
ExxonMobil and BASF have formed a strategic collaboration to advance the development of low-emission hydrogen through methane pyrolysis technology.
Aramco announces 17 MoUs and agreement with US companies
Aramco has announced 17 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and agreements with a potential total value of more than US$30 billion with major companies in the US, through its Aramco Group Companies.
KBC launches Visual MESA Energy Management System 7.3
KBC (A Yokogawa Company) has announced the launch of Visual MESA® Energy Management System (EMS) version 7.3, an advanced real-time, model-based, energy digital twin suite of applications.
Enbridge approves US$1.4 billion expansion across its Mainline and Flanagan South systems
Enbridge has reached FID on the MLO1 project, which will help meet customer demand for incremental egress, increasing deliveries of Canadian heavy oil to key refining markets in the US Midwest and Gulf Coast.