Refining
Low oil plays uneven role in global gasoline prices
All countries have access to the same oil prices on international markets, but retail gasoline prices vary wildly, largely because of the taxes and subsidies imposed on them.
Asia nears first gasoline shortage in over 15 years
A tightening gasoline market in Asia would coincide with an expected late 2016 to early 2017 puncture of a global crude glut, lending support to a recovery in oil prices.
Saudis raise crude prices for Asian refiners as demand strengthens
The Saudis have become more convinced that the demand gains in oil from Asian refiners are sustainable, giving them the confidence to start raising prices.
Rising US refinery runs lend support to oil prices
Analysts said that the minimal price movement on Thursday was due to bullish and bearish fundamentals offsetting each other.
Iran to raise oil exports in March amid more sales to European refiners
Litasco, the trading arm of Russia's Lukoil, Cepsa and Total have become the first buyers in Europe after the lifting of sanctions and lifted trial cargoes in February.
US refiners struggle to export surplus distillate
The stagnation in distillate exports reflects sluggish world trade, the slump in mining, and a warm winter across much of the northern hemisphere, all of which have cut global demand growth.
ExxonMobil CEO eyes new acquisitions, forecasts lower capital spending
Exxon's oil and gas production rose 3.2% in 2015, as its downstream refining unit provided some insulation against the impact of falling oil prices on its upstream.
Meet EPA Tier 3 clean fuel regulations through improved blending processes
This article will examine the impact of Tier 3 regulations on gasoline blending at refineries and terminals, and illustrate options that can contribute to compliance while keeping costs under control.
Minimize unplanned shutdowns of fired heater operations
There are many potential “rules,” or guidelines, for the safe operation of process heaters.
Linear position sensors gain preference in industrial process control applications
Today’s industrial process control applications increasingly use automated systems to optimize operations and ensure a safer, more productive process.
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