Petrochemicals
Fight over port charges in Trinidad jeopardizes ammonia, methanol exports
A standoff involving port charges paid by producers of methanol and ammonia to Trinidad and Tobago's National Gas Company is threatening sales of the products from one of the world's biggest producers.
Cleanova introduces PFAS-free media coalescing filters for sustainable gas filtration
The newly developed coalescing media achieves up to 99.99% efficiency on 0.3 µm aerosols, ensuring exceptional liquid and solid removal performance from compressed air and gas streams while fully eliminating the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Lummus and KMG to establish digital center of excellence in Kazakhstan
The center will serve as a hub for technology transfer and workforce development, providing advanced training, enhancing technical skills, improving industrial safety and strengthening operational excellence for Kazakhstan's growing petrochemical sector.
John Cockerill and Axens launch the NesaBTF™ torrefaction technology
The NesaBTF™ torrefaction technology leverages John Cockerill’s expertise in multiple hearth furnaces and Axens’ operational insights, enabling large-scale torrefaction of residues for optimal BioTfueL® feedstock.
UK sanctions Russia's Lukoil and Rosneft, targets shadow fleet
Lukoil and Rosneft were designated under Britain's Russia sanctions laws for what London described as their role in supporting the Russian government. They are subject to an asset freeze, director disqualification, transport restrictions, and a ban on British trust services.
- NAPCOR releases 2024 PET recycling report highlighting system efficiency gains and continued strength of PET circularity 12/12
- OQ courts other partners for petrochemical complex in Oman as SABIC drops out 12/12
- Brazil's BNDES approves $71 MM for carbon storage project 12/12
- Cuba on edge as U.S. seizure of oil tanker puts supply at risk 12/12
- China oil demand to plateau between 2025 and 2030 12/12
- Germany's PCK refinery says no impact from pipeline leak 12/12
