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European refinery sector grapples with weak demand
GlobalData has commented on the European refinery sector’s struggle with weak demand and COVID-19.
Neste launches research and development project in Finland
Neste’s new project will research and develop sustainable alternatives that could reduce the reliance on crude oil for transportation fuels and chemical and polymer production.
IGEM to launch Hydrogen Knowledge Centre
Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM) has been awarded a contract to develop a new Hydrogen Knowledge Centre.
AFPM statement on SRE filings
AFPM has issued a statement on small refinery exemption (SRE) filings for previous years.
IEA presents its Sustainable Recovery Plan
IEA’s Sustainable Recovery Plan offers a three-year roadmap for energy industries that will ensure a greener post COVID-19 economic recovery.
Clariant introduces new polypropylene catalyst series
Clariant has announced its next-generation series of catalysts for the production of polypropylene.
Amarinth receives vertical pumps order
Amarinth has secured an order from NAMA for 14 vertical pumps to be installed at ADNOC’s Ruwais East Refinery.
Key fuel issues need treatment in storage
Aderco has released a report identifying five key issues that are particularly detrimental to fuel held in storage tanks.
Johnson Matthey wins methanol technology contract
Johnson Matthey has been awarded a methanol technology contract for the Amur Oblast facility in Russia.
Aramco completes acquisition of stake in SABIC
Aramco has completed its acquisition of 70% of SABIC from the Public Investment Fund.