Downstream petrochemical news
Chevron Phillips Chemical to study potential expansion of 1-Hexene production
An important step as Chevron Phillips looks to increase production in line with rising global demand for normal alpha olefins.
Borouge awards WorleyParsons PMC contract for the world’s largest mixed feed cracker
WorleyParsons will take charge of the project management contract for the Ruwais petrochemicals complex in Abu Dhabi.
Powerstar partners with renowned specialist distributor Thorne & Derrick
Shared expertise will enhance the visibility of Powerstar’s product line while also expanding their global reach.
McDermott announces ethylene award in Russia
The plant will be designed to produce 650 000 tpy of polymer grade ethylene from ethane and propane.
IHS Markit Study: Ohio Valley region will supply nearly half of USA's natural gas by 2040
Petrochemical investment into the region expected to dramatically increase as a result, according to study.
Fluor joint venture completes construction work on Sasol project in Louisiana
Fluor Corporation has announced that its joint venture with TechnipFMC has successfully completed its EPCM services.
Honeywell and Wood collaborate to deliver refining and petrochemical solutions through connected plant technology
Collaboration will lead to improvements in delayed coking bottoms upgrading processes to improve reliability, efficiency and profitability.
CPI professionals expect growth in 2019
The recent Chem Show Business Outlook Survey indicates growth in business prospects and sales throughout 2019.
Plastics manufacturer in Vietnam to use Honeywell technology
Phu My Plastics Production JSC to become first in Vietnam to use Honeywell’s Oleflex™ propane dehydrogenation technology.
Contract for Maire Tecnimont Group for new world-scale propane dehydrogenation plant in Belgium
Borealis wards engineering services has awarded an engineering services (ECPM) contract to Maire Tecnimont Group for a new world-scale propane dehydrogenation plant in Belgium.