North America downstream news
Value of US petroleum products exported to Mexico nearly triples between 2008 – 2018
The EIA has reported that the US energy trade with Mexico involves importing crude oil and exporting petroleum products.
Tellurian’s Driftwood LNG authorised by FERC
The US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has given the final authorisation for Tellurian’s Driftwood LNG project, due to begin construction later this year.
Global polyethylene capacity growth to be led by Asia and North America
GlobalData has reported that Asia and North America will lead global polyethylene capacity additions by 2023.
Michael VanderMate joins Sempra LNG
Michael VanderMate has been appointed to the position of Vice President of Engineering and Construction to advance the development of Sempra LNG export projects.
Sulzer signs deal with Kato Engineering
Sulzer expands its collaboration with Nidec by signing an agreement to provide maintenance and repair services for its subsidiary, Kato generators.
Trafigura enters into petrochemical trading joint venture
Trafigura Group is being joined by executives from the petrochemical industry in creating two new petrochemical trading entities.
Arja Talakar named CEO of Siemens Oil & Gas
After 23 years with Siemens, Arja Talakar will take the lead in the midst of wide industry changes.
Eagle LNG receives Final Environmental Impact Statement from FERC
Eagle LNG’s Jacksonville LNG project has reached the final step in the FERC’s environmental review process.
The US exported 2 million bpd of crude oil in 2018
EIA research has found that 2 million bpd of crude oil were exported in 2018 to 42 destinations.
Brightmark Energy completes financing for plastics-to-fuel plant
Brightmark Energy closes US$260 million in financing for the US’ first commercial-scale plastics-to-fuel plant.