Downstream news
First liquid from Freeport LNG Train 1 announced
McDermott, Chiyoda and Zachry Group have announced that Freeport LNG Train 1 has successfully begun producing LNG.
Grace licenses polypropylene technology to PetroChina Guangdong Petrochemical
PetroChina Guangdong Petrochemical will use Grace technology for a 500 000 tpy polypropylene facility.
Record natural gas deliveries to US LNG export facilities in July
The EIA has reported that natural gas deliveries to US LNG export facilities set a record in July.
AFPM receives award
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has recognised AFPM as one of the “Best Manufacturing Associations to Work For.”
Chevron Lummus Global awarded Spanish refinery contract
Chevron Lummus Global will provide hydrotreating technology for Compañía Española de Petróleos’ refinery in Spain.
Team makes Board appointment
Team Inc. has announced that Robert Skaggs Jr. has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
US refinery runs expected to decline for first time in a decade
The EIA has reported that gross inputs to US refineries are expected to decline for the first time in ten years.
Stena Oil plans Port of Gothenburg storage expansion
Stena Oil has announced plans to expand its low sulfur marine fuel storage capacity in the Port of Gothenburg as well as boosting its delivery capabilities.
Neste announces new 0.5% sulfur marine fuel
In line with the IMO 2020 regulations, Neste has introduced a new low-sulfur marine fuel with a maximum sulfur content of 0.5%.
Emerson enhances its asset management coverage for projects and operations
By including HART-IP support, Emerson has simplified the link between field devices and the AMS Device Manager.