Downstream news
ABB wins refinery modernisation contract
ABB has received an order to modernise a major oil refinery in Kazakhstan.
Video: interview with BP
Following his opening keynote speech at ERTC 2018, Richard de Caux, Head of Refining Analysis, BP, discussed the long-term future of oil demand with WRA.
West Coast Olefins secures site for multi-billion dollar petrochemical facility
West Coast Olefins has obtained a 300-acre site for the construction of a CAN$5.6 billion petrochemical project in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada.
US LNG exports to Europe to increase as demand in Asia falls
The EIA has reported that US LNG exports to Europe will increase while demand in Asia drops.
Eni releases its World Oil, Gas and Renewables Review
Detailing the statistics of world oil, natural gas, and renewables, Eni has released its annual World Oil, Gas and Renewables Review.
Burns & McDonnell confirms expansion
Burns & McDonnell has announced an expansion of its office space in Houston, Texas, US.
YPF and Excelerate agree to transport LNG from Tango FLNG
YPF and Excelerate have reached a preliminary agreement to charter a carrier to transport LNG produced at the Tango FLNG unit.
US chemical production rises
According to the American Chemistry Council, US chemical production rose for the third consecutive month in June.
Cameron LNG authorised to begin service
FERC has authorised Cameron LNG to commence service from Train 1 at its LNG facility.
Evonik and thyssenkrupp Industrial sign petrochemical agreements in China
Evonik and thyssenkrupp Industrial will license HPPO technology for the production of propylene oxide to Qixiang Tengda in China.