Downstream news
Sulzer Chemtech and SGL Group extend cooperation over column internals
Visitors to Achema 2018 will have the chance to see the companies’ work on column internals.
Haldor Topsoe secures engineering contract for Louisiana methanol plant
The methanol plant, which will form part of a planned complex operated by IGP Methanol LLC, will produce 1.8 million tpy upon completion.
Port of Rotterdam teams with IBM
Port of Rotterdam has teamed with IBM to build a connected, smart port of the future.
UOP catalyst used at refinery in Ukraine
UkrGasVydobuvannya has begun using one of Honeywell UOP’s hydrotreating catalysts to produce ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel at the Shebelinsky refinery in Ukraine.
US oil exports increased after Harvey
The US EIA has confirmed that US crude oil exports increased following the disruption to refineries caused by Hurricane Harvey.
Exploring the future for tank and terminal operators
The challenges and opportunities faced by tanks and terminals are changing. This year’s StocExpo Europe will consider the future of the industry.
Transneft inspected 825 tanks in 2017
Transneft Diascan inspected 825 oil and petroleum product storage tanks last year.
Four global EPC contractors shortlisted to undertake FEED work for Kwispaa LNG project
Invitations to tender are expected to be issued in 2Q18.
Iraq and two Chinese companies to build oil refinery in Fao
Iraq also plans to construct three more refineries and is looking for investment.
EPA withdraws policy
The US EPA has withdrawn the ‘once in always in’ policy for major sources under Clean Air Act.