Downstream petrochemical news
Covestro to invest in new Baytown MDI plant
New train is expected to start production in 2024.
Global Bioenergies reaches 87% of yield target in isobutene process
New bacterial strains show progress in producing hydrocarbons through fermentation.
Total Lubricants announces Kubota UK partnership
Under the long-term agreement, Total has developed a range of lubricant and grease products to meet the specifications of Kubota-branded equipment.
Oiltanking expands its Antwerp gas terminal with new propane tank
Partnership with Borealis will see increased capacity for propylene and propane.
Total and Sonatrach sign natural gas and petrochemicals agreements
New contracts to develop upstream and downstream presence in Algeria.
Petrochemicals set to be the largest driver of world oil demand, latest IEA analysis finds
Petrochemicals will outpace cars, trucks and aviation in future oil demand growth, even with ambitious efforts to promote recycling and promote greater efficiency.
Univar to distribute Braskem's polyisobutylenes
Univar BV has been appointed distributor for Braskem’s markets in the Nordics, France, Italy and Turkey.
Eriez Europe expands with new manufacturing facility
Additions to European HQ set to increase rotor production.
Oman Oil, Gulf Energy sign deal for Duqm Refinery power project
Subsidiary partnership to develop a gas-fired power and water project in Duqm.
Enterprise prices US$3 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes
Proceeds of the offering, made by an Enterprise subsidiary, to be used for the repayment of debt and “general company purposes”.