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Clariant acquires Louisiana chemical storage hub

The Broussard facility in Louisiana includes a 2,000-square-foot analytical laboratory, an 1,800-square-foot quality control laboratory, and 400,000 gallons of total chemical storage.

Striking USW workers at top refinery approve deal

Union workers at the Motiva refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, unanimously approved a new contract.

Cameron LNG picks Elliott to supply compressors

When the new liquefaction facility becomes operational in 2018, it will enable bi-directional service between the terminal and the liquefaction plant.

AspenTech acquires Blowdown plant technology

Improving safety through the modeling and analysis of depressurization systems is a critical activity in the design and operation of every process plant.

BG sees rising volatility in 2015 for LNG markets

Although the industry expects five new liquefaction trains and one floating LNG production facility to start-up in 2015, BG officials noted that "these will be towards the end of the year".

Manoir, Howell partner on fabrication work for US petrochemical clients

Under this partnership, Howell Industries has been certified according to Manoir quality standards for its assemblies and fabrication of Manaurite® high alloy tubes, fittings and ancillary equipment for ethylene, hydrogen and direct reduction of iron furnaces.

Study: US chemical exports linked to shale gas to double by 2030

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While markets are dynamic, the conclusions of the industry report point to a long-term competitive advantage for many US manufacturers of shale gas-derived chemicals.

Verisk Analytics buys energy, chemical analysis provider Wood Mackenzie

The deal advances Verisk’s strategy to expand internationally and positions the company in markets that relate closely to the company’s existing supply chain and climate risk initiatives.

Merichem buys Kenox wet-air oxidation process

Merichem is a leader in licensing patented process technologies and supplying proprietary equipment to provide hydrocarbon treating solutions and by-product management services.

BASF acquires Seashell nanowire technology

With unique properties like higher conductivity and flexibility, silver nanowires are becoming an attractive alternative to indium tin oxide (ITO) for transparent conductive layers.