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EIA: US biomass-based diesel imports increase
EIA has stated that biomass-based diesel imports in the US have increased due to renewable fuel programmes and standards.
AFPM Q&A: hurricane preparedness and response
The AFPM has prepared answers to some common questions about how its industries prepare for, and respond to, hurricanes and weather events.
Clariant and Shanghai Huaxi announce hydrogen production project
Clariant and Shanghai Huaxi have announced a joint project to enhance a hydrogen production unit in China.
HollyFrontier refinery to produce renewable diesel
HollyFrontier Corporation’s Cheyenne Refinery will be converted to produce renewable diesel, with completion expected in 1Q2022.
CFturbo announces new software release
CFturbo has announced the release of their upgraded turbomachinery design software.
Rotork actuators to be installed on Indian pipeline
Rotork has announced that its actuators have been specified for use on a pipeline in South India.
Global LNG demand faces seasonal contraction
The global LNG industry is about to face its first seasonal demand contraction since 2012, according to Wood Mackenzie.
GlobalData: refineries hit hard
Refiners worldwide have been hit hard by fuel demand destruction caused by lockdowns and stringent travel restrictions, reports GlobalData.
Haldor Topsoe CEO gets to work
Roeland Baan has officially joined Haldor Topsoe as the company’s new CEO.
Irving Oil and Silverpeak acquire North Atlantic Refining Corp.
The agreement includes a 135000 bpd refinery located in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.