Quickly screen catalysts for hydrotreating of vegetable oil using high-throughput micro-pilot plants

Tiago Vilela leads the Refinery Catalyst Testing (RCT) global services for Avantium Catalysis and is accountable for the overall performance of the business line. Dr. Vilela has more than 19 yr of experience in engineering, project management, management consultancy and business development. Before joining Avantium, he worked as a Senior Asset Management Consultant for Jacobs and as a Management Consultant for AP-Networks. He has advised on numerous projects and maintenance turnarounds around the globe, helping clients to improve their project, turnaround and operational readiness performance. Dr. Tiago holds an MS degree in chemical engineering from the University of Aveiro, Portugal, and a Professional Doctorate in Engineering degree from Delft University of Technology.