Downstream petrochemical news
Mammoet delivers components for major Trinidad plant
The Dutch company, contracted by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has completed the delivery and installation of 120 pressure vessels and modules for the new dimethyl ether plant.
Asia will contribute 49% of global petrochemical capacity additions by 2030, says GlobalData
Asia is forecast to be the major contributor to the growth of the global petrochemical industry by 2030.
EIA: Energy-related CO2 emissions projected to remain at current levels until 2050
The US Energy Administration is projecting the stabilisation of energy-related CO2 emissions around current levels for over four decades.
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.