Refining

Shell to acquire Canada's ARC in output-boosting $16.4-B deal

ARC's production lies near Shell's existing Canadian fields which feed into the LNG Canada plant, in which Shell holds a 40% share and whose liquefied natural gas can reach Asian buyers more quickly than most other North American LNG.

Brazil to start tests for diesel blend containing 20% biofuel in May

U.S.: Trump grants 90-day Jones Act waiver extension to curb energy costs

The move reflects a broader push by the White House to dampen politically sensitive fuel price spikes ahead of November’s midterm elections, where affordability is expected to be a defining issue for voters.

Cosmo tanker could reach Japan on Sunday with first U.S. shipment post-Iran war

The tanker, loaded in Texas (U.S.) on March 22, is due to arrive off Chiba as early as on April 26 via the Panama Canal.

Russian ESPO premiums ease on weak Chinese refining margins

Spot premiums for Russia's Far East ESPO Blend crude oil delivered to China in June have eased as weak refining margins curbed demand from independent refiners.

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal

Ukraine has increased attacks on Russia's energy infrastructure as the U.S., which had brokered peace talks to stop the conflict with Russia, has shifted its focus to the war in Iran.

PETRONAS Lubricants International launches flagship PETRONAS Pro Series lubricants to elevate global industrial performance

Czechs discussing possible fuel supplies from Slovakia

Siemens and Shomax expand U.S. fertilizer production with zero-carbon green ammonia

The signed memorandum of understanding (MOU) is designed to reduce U.S. reliance on imported nitrogen fertilizer, currently accounting for roughly 18% of domestic supply, while helping stabilize cost for farmers and supporting long-term U.S. food security.

South Africa's Sasol aims for green jet fuel exports to EU

Sasol's SAF which is produced using cooking oil and vegetable oil at the company's 108,500-bpd Natref plant, was granted ISCC Plus sustainability certification from Germany's TUV SUD agency.