Refining

Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, has announced the launch of CATOFIN 1000, its propane dehydrogenation catalyst.

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.

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 has announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets and associated infrastructure of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Ltd, UK.

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 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.

Lummus Technology and ART-Envi Services have announced a partnership to offer a fully enclosed alternative that helps reduce emissions, improve safety, and support more sustainable refinery operations.

The Crisafulli Government, Australia, is strengthening Queensland’s fuel security with a AUS$25 million investment, and streamlined approvals, to develop renewable diesel at Ampol’s Lytton refinery.

Sulzer has signed a long-term corporate procurement agreement (CPA) with Aramco for the supply of centrifugal pumps, spare parts, and aftermarket services across Aramco’s global operations.

H2SITE has signed an agreement with Petronor to advance high-purity hydrogen production in refining through advanced membrane technology.

Phillips 66 and Kinder Morgan Inc. have announced the advancement of the Western Gateway Pipeline, a proposed refined products pipeline system, following a successful second open season.

In this report, the EIA examines strategic global oil inventory levels as of December 2025, before the coordinated emergency release following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

ABB has launched the latest iteration of its digital technology, My Measurement Assistant+.

A new report from Black & Veatch and Takepoint Research finds OT cybersecurity is still introduced too late in most industrial capital projects, increasing long-term risk and cost.

The new catalysts incorporate Zeopore’s zeolite mesoporization technology to maximise product yields and fuel performance at industrial scale.