North America downstream news
Bechtel awarded EPC contract for Rio Grande LNG project
NextDecade has awarded Bechtel the EPC contract for the first phase of the Rio Grande LNG project.
US LPG exports set to climb
ESAI Energy has reported on the global LPG market and the effect this will have on US exports.
JAX LNG facility holds ribbon-cutting ceremony
The JAX LNG facility in Florida has been officially pronounced operational following the ceremony held on 16 May.
EIA reports on California gasoline price increases
Due to refinery outages and declining inventories, California is experiencing gasoline price increases, reports EIA.
US chemical production gained in April
The American Chemistry Council has reported on the current outlook for US chemical production.
Bluewing starts construction for its Phase II Expansion Project
Bluewing’s Phase II Expansion Project will add 300 000 bbl of storage capacity in Brownsville, Texas.
Gevo and Avfuel supply sustainable jet fuel for transatlantic operators
Transatlantic aviation operators flying to EBACE will be using sustainable alternative jet fuel provided by Gevo and Avfuel.
Voith’s Houston facility up and running
Voith has announced that its new workshop in Houston has opened and is receiving fresh orders.
Grand opening ceremony held for new Louisiana chemical complex
Lotte Chemical and Westlake Chemical have hosted a grand opening ceremony for their new chemical complex in Louisiana.
Freeport LNG expansion gets FERC approval
The FERC has approved the construction of Train 4 at the Freeport LNG terminal in Texas.