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NEXTCHEM awarded process design contract by DG Fuels
NEXTCHEM, through its subsidiary MyRechemical, has been selected by DG Fuels to provide the process design package in relation to a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility.
Global innovation in carbon capture technologies reaching record highs
Innovation in carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology is reaching historic highs, according to the latest patent data analysis from Appleyard Lees.
IHRDC to support oil and gas companies in energy transition
IHRDC has unveiled a strategic initiative to assist oil and gas companies in preparing for the anticipated shift from fossil fuels to a sustainable, lower-carbon future by 2050.
Rio Tinto Kennecott to fully transition to renewable diesel
Rio Tinto will replace its entire fossil diesel consumption with renewable diesel at its Kennecott copper operation in Utah, US, from 2024.
Innovative bio-based aromatics pave the way for 100% sustainable aviation fuel
Iain Gilmore, Senior Manager, Catalyst Technologies, Johnson Matthey, and David Kettner, President and General Counsel of Virent, shed light on a groundbreaking development.
National survey finds majority oppose US EPA tailpipe proposal
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has released the results of a national survey, showing strong opposition to the US EPA’s vehicle tailpipe emissions proposal for model years 2027-2032.
Vopak has updated its portfolio
Vopak has released a new update on its portfolio covering their EemsEnergyTerminal acquisition and sale of three chemical terminals.
Pilbara Clean Fuels pursues development of electrified LNG plant
Pilbara Clean Fuels Pty Ltd is progressing a development concept for a new, mid-scale, low carbon footprint LNG plant to be located at Port Hedland in Western Australia.
Clariant boosts technical support for catalyst customers
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, has announced the favourable adoption and performance of its digital service platform for catalyst customers.
thyssenkrupp Uhde wins contract for biopolymer plant
thyssenkrupp Uhde has secured a basic engineering package (BEP) and FEED package for the establishment of a biopolymer plant on the Arabian Peninsula.