Downstream news
Linde starts up ASUs to supply Wanhua Chemical Group site
The new plants join two existing ASUs, also built and operated by Linde, to support phase I and II of Wanhua Chemical's integrated chemical site and production centre in Yantai, China.
Amur Gas Chemical Complex could start operations six months ahead of schedule
Sibur's Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Eastern Siberia, Russia, could start operations by mid-2024.
Keeping vapours at bay
Keith Warren, Servomex, UK, outlines how marine vapour recovery challenges can be solved through effective gas analysis.
Shell sets out net-zero plans
Shell has set out its strategy to accelerate its transformation into a provider of net-zero emissions energy products and services.
Kentech to acquire SNC-Lavalin Oil and Gas business
Kentech Corporate Holdings Ltd has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the oil and gas business of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.
ExxonMobil to close Altona refinery and convert it to import terminal
The decision was made following an extensive review of operations at Australia’s smallest refinery, which commenced operation in 1949.
Northeast US distillate levels remain above normal
The EIA reports that Northeast US distillate inventories have declined but remain above normal.
Honeywell to support expansion of SIDPEC petrochemical complex in Alexandria
The upgrade is part of an expansion of the facility to incorporate propylene and polypropylene production and increase the supply of petrochemical products to domestic and international customers.
Chart and Ballard sign MoU
Chart Industries and Ballard Power execute onboard hydrogen solutions joint development agreement.
ORLEN Lietuva contracts DuPont Clean Technologies for alkylation technology
The STRATCO alkylation unit will enable ORLEN to generate low-sulfur, high-octane, low-Rvp alkylate with zero olefins that meets the criteria of the EURO VI standard.