Downstream news
Proactive security concepts instead of reactive defence: safety and security in refining and processing needs rethinking
Dr. Alexander Horch, VP R&D and Product Management, HIMA, explains why the downstream sector needs to switch from a passive to an active defence mode for cybersecurity and what it must do to ensure plant security in the digital era.
Sipchem completes turnaround maintenance on methanol plant
The company has announced the safe completion of activities at the IMC’s facility.
ADNOC inaugurates Taweelah Gas Compression Plant
The gas compression plant will ensure uninterrupted gas supplies to major Abu Dhabi industries and the UAE’s Northern Emirates.
Growth opportunities in industrial cybersecurity
A Frost & Sullivan report suggests that companies require scalable, flexible cybersecurity solutions.
PETRONAS signs HoAs with Vitol for long-term LNG supply deal
Commencing in 2024, LNG supply to Vitol will be up to approximately 0.8 million tpy for 15 years.
Hempel opens R&D facility in Barcelona
The centre's focus will be on coating products within the field of passive fire protection.
AVEVA partners with KBR
The agreement spans all three of KBR’s global businesses: Hydrocarbon Services, Technology, and Government Services.
Mansfield Energy acquires O’Rourke Petroleum
Energy supply and logistics company acquires lubricant and fuels distributor.
China LPG imports to rebound, says ESAI Energy
New report finds that a new wave of PDH investment will reignite Chinese demand.
Clariant to increase ethylene oxide capacity at Gendorf
The expansion is intended to enable higher production yields, greater process reliability and enhanced product quality.