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China’s Sinopec begins Xinjiang refining and chemical upgrading project

China’s Sinopec has begun construction to upgrade its integrated refining and petrochemical project in the oil- and gas-rich Xinjiang region.

Digital Exclusive: Mercaptan recombination in naphtha hydrotreating units: A startup challenge

This article presents a case study of a troubleshooting experience at two Saudi Aramco facilities, where a comprehensive investigation was conducted to identify the root causes of the off-spec products. The investigation aimed to develop strategies to mitigate the effects of mercaptan recombination

Serbia's NIS oil company seeks seventh waiver of U.S. sanctions

NIS, majority-owned by Russia's Gazprom Neft and Gazprom, operates Serbia's only oil refinery in the town of Pancevo, outside the capital Belgrade.

India's Nayara Energy buys only Russian oil in August

The private refiner imported 240,400 bpd of oil in August, an overall decline of 26% from July, tanker data showed.

Tracerco spearheads tracer technology in first U.S. carbon capture and storage (CCS) project

This milestone marks a significant expansion of Tracerco’s carbon authentication capabilities, enabling the tracking, monitoring, and long-term independent verification of CO₂ containment in CCS projects.

Russia’s Novatek redirects gas condensate to Novorossiisk after Ust-Luga complex shutdown

A drone attack caused a fire at Novatek's complex early on August 24 leading all operations, including fuel export loadings, to be fully shut for several days.

Fatal accident at Mongstad refinery

The deceased was employed by Crane Norway, a supplier of crane and lifting services at Mongstad.

Ducon launches R&D program to develop solvent-based carbon capture technology

The program aims to deliver a scalable, cost-effective solution to capture carbon dioxide (CO₂) from flue gas streams across power, cement, steel, oil and gas, and other hard-to-abate industries.

Ketjen completes expansion of its Bayport ZSM-5 facility

Ketjen Corporation proudly marked the official inauguration and ribbon-cutting of its newly expanded ZSM-5 manufacturing plant in Bayport, Texas (U.S.).

Australia promises $735 MM to launch biofuel industry

The money, to be released over 10 yrs from 2028, is intended to stimulate private investment in products like biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).