Downstream petrochemical news
KBR awarded license, catalyst and engineering services for olefins plant in China
KBR has been awarded technology license, basic engineering design services and proprietary catalyst supply contracts by Lihuayi Lijin Refining & Chemical Co. Ltd.
Industry experts weigh up solutions for 2020 sulfur cap
Sea Asia report explores the viability of scrubbers, low-sulfur fuel and LNG for meeting new regulations.
Vopak celebrates 35 years in Singapore
Vopak Terminals Singapore has been operating in the country for 35 years.
Bayport Polymers to double polyethylene capacity
The Total and Novealis Holdings JV has announced its FID to build a 625 000 tpy polyethylene unit in Texas.
World Fuel Services adds new terminal supply vessel to its tanker fleet
Product tanker to operate along the UK’s east and south coasts.
Pointe LNG requests FERC pre-file review for Louisiana LNG export facility
Liquefaction and export facility will begin construction in 1Q21 if various contingencies are satisfied.
Oil and gas companies gearing up for electric vehicles onslaught, says GlobalData
The latest GlobalData report forecasts significant changes in the auto industry as electric cars become more popular.
CNOOC becomes China’s first OPITO approved safety trainer
CNOOC safety facility is expecting 1000 OPITO certified personnel within 12 months.
Eni and Pertamina sign MoU for refinery development
Eni and Pertamina have signed an agreement for the development of environmentally friendly refineries and trade business opportunities.
Petrochemical mega-complex to be built in Turkey
Port of Rotterdam and Rönesans Holding will cooperate on the construction of the Ceyhan Mega Petrochemical Industrial Zone.