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Asia will contribute 49% of global petrochemical capacity additions by 2030, says GlobalData
Asia is forecast to be the major contributor to the growth of the global petrochemical industry by 2030.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company wins Oil and Gas Project of the Year award
The UAE company won the award at the 2019 MEED Projects Awards for the Taweelah Gas Compression Plant’s swift completion and high safety standards.
EIA: Energy-related CO2 emissions projected to remain at current levels until 2050
The US Energy Administration is projecting the stabilisation of energy-related CO2 emissions around current levels for over four decades.
Chevron Phillips Chemical to study potential expansion of 1-Hexene production
An important step as Chevron Phillips looks to increase production in line with rising global demand for normal alpha olefins.
Borouge awards WorleyParsons PMC contract for the world’s largest mixed feed cracker
WorleyParsons will take charge of the project management contract for the Ruwais petrochemicals complex in Abu Dhabi.
Powerstar partners with renowned specialist distributor Thorne & Derrick
Shared expertise will enhance the visibility of Powerstar’s product line while also expanding their global reach.
Cook Compression adds Authorised Service Partners in Africa and the Middle East
Fancraft and WoodServ join three other Cook Compression Authorised Service Partners.
McDermott announces ethylene award in Russia
The plant will be designed to produce 650 000 tpy of polymer grade ethylene from ethane and propane.
New divisional director to drive StocExpo Europe forward
Mark Rimmer reveals what he’s most looking forward to about StocExpo 2019.
IHS Markit Study: Ohio Valley region will supply nearly half of USA's natural gas by 2040
Petrochemical investment into the region expected to dramatically increase as a result, according to study.