Downstream news

LyondellBasell has announced it has begun construction on its Hyperzone polyethylene plant at its La Porte Complex, US.

Following the announcement of the 100-day action plan between the US and China, the deal has the potential to alter the global LNG trade.

TMC Compressors will deliver a marine compressed air system to a FSRU under construction for Höegh LNG.

Elliott Group has appointed Mark Cain as its new Vice President of Human Resources.

The price of crude has increased this morning as Saudi Arabia and Russia have spoken out in support of extending the supply cuts agreement until March 2018.

Advanced Biofuels Canada has announced it has received a significant expansion of its membership, allowing clean fuel policies to open the window for industry growth.

Omnia Group is set to acquire acquire 90% of the ordinary shares of Umongo Petroleum (Pty) Ltd.

RasGas has delivered the 5000th cargo from its Helium-2 plant in Doha, Qatar.

Meridian Energy has announced it is expanding its engineering relationship with Vepica USA, Inc. and other engineering firms for the Davis Refinery.

Sasol and Linde have signed a long-term agreement for engineering services.