US refinery news

Servomex has upgraded its SERVOTOUGH SpectraExact 2500F, delivering a more flexible, highly accurate gas and liquid water analyser for hazardous areas. The rugged design supports toxic, flammable and corrosive samples while reducing maintenance through non-depleting NDIR technology and easy servicing.

In the April issue of Hydrocarbon Engineering, Colin M. Frazier, American Petroleum Institute (API), discusses how proactive planning can help establish strong, prevention-focused safety systems within refineries.

The API and AFPM have issued a statement following the introduction of legislation to address a wave of lawsuits and 'climate superfund' laws targeting US energy producers.

Phillips 66 and Kinder Morgan Inc. have announced the advancement of the Western Gateway Pipeline, a proposed refined products pipeline system, following a successful second open season.

In this report, the EIA examines strategic global oil inventory levels as of December 2025, before the coordinated emergency release following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Axens has announced that it has been selected by America First Refining (AFR) as the technology licensor for its large-scale refining facility at the Port of Brownsville, Texas, US.

Crude oil and petroleum product prices increased significantly in 1Q26, particularly following military action in the Middle East on 28 February and the subsequent de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz, reports the EIA.

Daniela Hathorn, Senior Market Analyst, Capital.com, offers commentary on the latest developments in the Middle East, and how this is likely to affect global oil markets.

The US Energy Information Administration published its April Short-Term Energy Outlook this week, examining the implications of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Fluor Corp. has announced that it has been selected by America First Refining (AFR) to execute the front-end engineering and design for their large-scale refining facility in Brownsville, Texas, US.