Downstream news
ExxonMobil confirms senior appointments
Exxon Mobil Corp.’s board of directors has elected Stephen Littleton as Vice President of Investor Relations and Corporate Secretary.
Asia to contribute 40% of new-build refining capacity growth
GlobalData has reported that Asia is expected to contribute 40% of new-build refinery capacity growth by 2024.
Adler and Allan wins VINCI APPA award for innovation
Adler and Allan has announced that it has won the VINCI APPA award for innovation for introducing a new interceptor lining process to the Shell Group.
US natural gas prices fall to lowest level since 2016
The EIA has reported that natural gas prices have fallen to their lowest level since 2016 and the lowest February prices in 20 years.
Trefoil to work with Inatech for IT overhaul
Trefoil has contracted Inatech to overhaul its management systems due to new customs rules following IMO 2020.
KBR and MHPS agree steam and power generation collaboration
KBR and MHPS have agreed to work together to use pitch from the solvent de-asphalting process for steam and power generation.
INEOS partners with Forever Plast
INEOS has announced a partnership with Forever Plast to recycle plastic bottle caps into new caps.
Lukoil announces new hydraulic oil range
Lukoil has announced its updated range of cold-weather lubricants suited for Arctic conditions.
NextChem and Saola Energy to deliver renewable diesel technology
Maire Tecnimont Group’s NextChem, an Italian company focused on Energy Transition, has launched a new partnership with Kansas based Saola Energy to license technology for the production of renewable diesel.
BP sets out ambitious new plan
BP has outlined fundamental changes to its organisation as it aims for net zero by 2050.