Downstream petrochemical news
China to lead purified terephthalic acid capacity increases
GlobalData has reported that China will contribute 61% to global purified terephthalic acid capacity increases by 2023.
GE installs gas turbine upgrades for Nigerian petrochemicals plant
GE has announced the successful installation of upgrades on two of the petrochemical facility’s six 6B gas turbines in Eleme, Nigeria.
INEOS launches consultation on possible acrylonitrile plant closure
INEOS is considering the closure of its Seal Sands acrylonitrile plant mainly over concerns for its future long-term safe operation.
Wood wins US$20 million SNF Floquip contract
SNF Floquip has awarded Wood a US$20 million contract for chemical facilities maintenance and supplemental project services.
SIBUR and Gazprom sign gas and petrochemical agreements
SIBUR and Gazprom have signed two roadmaps to advance petrochemical and gas processing cooperation.
Ethylene dichloride capacity additions led by Asia
GlobalData has reported that 50% of global ethylene dichloride capacity additions by 2023 will be located in Asia.
mCloud announces new digital twin technology
mCloud has announced the launch of its new software for asset management in process industries.
China hosts 46% of global phthalic anhydride capacity
GlobalData has reported that China will contribute 46% of global phthalic anhydride capacity in 2019.
Odfjell to provide bulk liquid terminal services to INEOS
Odfjell Terminals Houston has been selected to provide bulk liquid terminal services for INEOS Styrolution’s planned ASA plant.
BASF announces expansion plans at its Verbund site
BASF has announced that it plans to expand its ethylene oxide and derivatives complex at its Verbund site in Antwerp.