Downstream news
Sadara mixed feed cracker passes performance tests
Sadara Chemical Co.’s mixed feed cracker in Saudi Arabia has passed all of its performance tests. TechnipFMC provided technology and front-end engineering design for the cracker.
AUMA launches explosion-proof variable-speed actuators
AUMA has launched explosion-proof variable-speed valve actuators for use in potentially hazardous environments.
INEOS Styrolution to build styrene monomer plant
INEOS Styrolution has announced plans to build a styrene monomer plant in the US Gulf Coast.
EIA: gas storage design capacity slightly up
The EIA reports that natural gas storage design capacity increased slightly in 2017.
Petrochemical use of LPG on the rise
ESAI Energy forecasts that global petrochemical use of LPG will expand this year.
Anellotech process for renewable chemicals achieves milestone
Anellotech has achieved two weeks of continuous operation of its pilot plant that produces aromatics from loblolly pine feedstock.
Parliamentary reception held for UK downstream industry
The All Party Parliamentary Group on the UK Oil Refining Sector has held its annual parliamentary reception for the UK downstream oil industry.
Mitsubishi Chemical strengthens performance polymers business
Mitsubishi Chemical has strengthened its performance polymers business by establishing a regional management company in Singapore.
Petrogress extends its presence in Ghana’s refining sector
Through a new feedstock supply and processing agreement with Platon Gas Oil Ghana, Petrogress is expanding its downstream presence in Ghana.
Servomex appoints new President
Servomex has welcomed Trevor Sands as its new company President.