Downstream news
Permian testing the limits
A new report from Drillinginfo outlines how the Permian Basin continues to test the limits of the US’ existing midstream and downstream infrastructure.
Ashurst advises PIC on joint venture
Ashurst recently advised Petrochemical Industries Co. K.S.C. (PIC) on its joint venture with SKC Co.
Energy companies reluctant to export
A new report from the Energy Industries Council suggests that energy supply chain companies are finding exporting to new markets to be their hardest growth strategy.
Brazil gas market reform unlocks investment across value chain
Brazil’s natural gas market reforms have taken a major step forward, with plans in place which are set to open up opportunities across the gas value chain, and boost investment in the country’s pre-salt, according to Wood Mackenzie.
PJ Valves awarded three new contracts
PJ Valves has been awarded three FPSO valve contracts for projects in Brazil, Mexico and Nigeria.
Re-Gen Robotics confirms investment
Re-Gen Robotics has committed £1 million to new tank cleaning robot and an ADR certified jet/vac tanker.
Space exploration made possible by petrochemicals
AFPM celebrates the role that the petrochemicals sector played in the Apollo 11 moon landing.
What’s up in the land down under?
Nancy Yamaguchi explores Australia’s love-hate relationship with fossil fuels, and questions whether the energy sector can meet its carbon pledge.
CEDIGAZ releases natural gas outlook
The future expansion of natural gas is driven by the competitiveness and abundance of gas resources in gas-rich markets, which will expand LNG export capabilities.
Grace licenses polypropylene technology to Datong Coal Mine Group
Grace has licensed its UNIPOL polypropylene technology to Datong Coal Mine Group for a 430 000 tpy polypropylene facility in China.