Downstream news
EPA proposes renewable volume obligations for 2020
The EPA has issued a proposed rule under the RFS programme that would set the minimum amount of renewable fuels that must be supplied to the market in 2020.
KBC awarded PIPs for three refineries
KBC has been awarded Profit Improvement Programs for three oil refineries in the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
McDermott and Chiyoda reach agreement with Cameron LNG
McDermott and Chiyoda have reached an agreement with Cameron LNG relating to the construction of its Louisiana liquefaction project.
Colorado Petroleum Council applauds support for LGBTQ community
The Colorado Petroleum Council has applauded Attorney General Phil Weiser's decision to fight job discrimination against LGBTQ Americans.
PKN ORLEN moves closer to merger with LOTOS Group
PKN ORLEN recently filed a formal application for the European Commission’s approval of its proposed acquisition of LOTOS Group.
Eni signs memorandum of understanding with Coldiretti
Eni has signed a memorandum of understanding regarding the circular economy with the Italian farming organisation, Coldiretti.
API updates fire prevention and safety recommendations for refineries
The API has published an updated standard to address fire prevention and improve safety across the downstream segment of the industry.
Balancing the economies of scale
Elliott Group discusses how ethylene producers can meet future plant capacity needs and maintain economies of scale without increasing cracked gas compressor size.
Rapid parts for rotating equipment
Sulzer looks at the advances in digitalisation and new manufacturing techniques for rotating equipment.
Neste to divest its Russian fuel retail business
Neste is to sell its fuel retail business of 75 fuel stations and a terminal in the St Petersburg region to Tatneft.