Downstream petrochemical news
Clariant and SABIC enter governance agreement
Agreement precedes October EGM to determine the future governance of Clariant and the terms of its long-term relationship with SABIC.
Elaflex releases new tanker loading hose
POLYPAL OIL designed to withstand the adverse effects of aromatic and additive fuels.
US LNG’s second wave gains momentum, says Wood Mackenzie
The latest from Gastech 2018 focuses on the increasing number of US LNG production projects in the early stages of development.
MOL reaches final investment decision on polyol project
MOL has reached another important milestone in its flagship strategic chemical project and entered into engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts with thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions for the implementation of the entire polyether polyol complex.
MOL Chemical Tankers to build liquid chemicals storage terminal in Antwerp
Joint venture with SEA-Invest will see €300 – 400 million construction in the city’s port.
INEOS invests €200 million in its European oxide assets
€150 million is to be invested directly into Antwerp and €50 million at INEOS in Köln and Lavéra.
YPF contracts DuPont for hydrotreating technology
The agreement will see DuPont install low-sulfur diesel hydrotreater at Argentine refinery.
DNV GL forecasts gas CAPEX boost to fuel the energy transition
Latest report forecasts upstream gas CAPEX to grow to a peak of US$1.13 trillion in 2025.
IEnova and Chevron sign contract for refined fuels terminal in Mexico
Sempra Energy subsidiary signs a long-term agreement with Chevron for 50% of Topolobampo terminal's initial capacity.
BelGAS FM introduces flame arrestors line
Marsh Bellofram flame management division announces safety product for the prevention of explosions, burns and other hazards.