Downstream news
NOVATEK and CNPC sign LNG agreement
NOVATEK and CNPC have confirmed their intentions to cooperate on the Arctic LNG 2 project by signing a strategic cooperation agreement.
Operational excellence mindset required in the downstream industry
A recent survey from KBC suggests that just 25% of companies in the refining and petrochemical industry are leading the way in implementing an operational excellence programme.
Blackbird Energy makes gas processing deal
Blackbird Energy Inc. has provided an update on the development of its Pipestone/Elmworth Montney natural gas processing and gathering assets.
Andeavor Logistics acquires Western Refining Logistics
Andeavor Logistics has completed its acquisition of Western Refining Logistics in a unit-for-unit transaction.
UOP catalyst prices increase
Honeywell UOP has announced price increases for catalysts, molecular sieves and aluminas.
Shell sells Gabon assets for US$628 million
Shell has completed the sale of onshore interests in Gabon, including the Gamba Southern export terminal.
JPRC selects KBR technology
KBR Inc.’s technology has been selected for the residue hydroprocessing unit at the Jordan Petroleum Refinery expansion project.
Kinetrex Energy selects Air Liquide technology
Air Liquide Engineering & Construction has signed a contract with Kinetrex Energy to upgrade its North Plant LNG production unit.
Gasconsult contracts CB&I
Gasconsult has awarded a floating LNG (FLNG) development contract to CB&I.
Microsoft and Chevron team up
Chevron Corp. has signed a deal to make Microsoft its primary cloud provider.