Downstream news
Monthly US petroleum exports exceeded imports for first time
The EIA has reported that for the first time since monthly records began, in September 2019, US petroleum exports exceeded imports.
GCC chemical industry achieved US$84.1 billion revenue in 2018
The GPCA has released its ‘GPCA Pulse of the Chemical Industry Report’, highlighting strong growth in GCC countries.
LyondellBasell technology selected
Ceyhan Polipropilen Uretim has selected LyondellBasell’s technology for its polyolefin plant in Turkey.
BCCK makes senior appointment
BCCK has appointed Greg Herman as Director of Business Development.
AFC announces refinery joint development agreement with Brahms
AFC has announced that it has signed a joint development agreement with Brahms Oil Refineries on the first refinery in Guinea.
SIBUR and BASF sign MoU
SIBUR and BASF have signed an MoU strengthening their partnership on sustainable development.
Evonik plans sodium methylate capacity expansion
Evonik has announced the planned expansion of its sodium methylate capacity at the Rosario/Santa Fe facility.
USD Partners announces contract extensions with ConocoPhillips
USD Partners has announced long-term contract extensions with ConocoPhillips for capacity at its Hardisty Terminal.
MOL and Clariant announce successful catalyst performance
MOL has announced that its Danube maleic anhydride production plant in Hungary is operating well with a Clariant catalyst.
ARCOS wins contract for Co-op Refinery Complex
The Co-op Refinery Complex has signed a contract with ARCOS LLC to implement its Resource Management Suite.