Engineering & Design

TotalEnergies expands global LNG bunkering footprint

TotalEnergies has signed a charter contract with Spanish shipowner Ibaizabal for a new LNG bunker vessel of 18,600 m3 capacity. This new vessel will expand the Company’s global presence in bunkering hubs.

Digital Feature: Refiner improves operational technology risk measurement and management: A Case Study on addressing the cyber risks in the oil and gas industry

This case study details how a U.S.-based Fortune 50 petroleum refiner used proprietary technology to improve operational technology (OT) cybersecurity. By automating asset inventory and vulnerability assessments, the company reduced manual processes, enhanced visibility into cyber risks and improved safety, ultimately saving millions of dollars in program costs.

Poland's Orlen's petchem project's capex continues to rise

Poland's Orlen's flagship petrochemicals project may see further losses due to problems in the planning and construction process, increasing total capex from $2.11 B to > $6.3 B.

Lummus launches PFAS analytical services

Lummus Technology announced new analytical services for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), providing accurate detection of a wide range of PFAS compounds, helping water and wastewater operators assess contamination levels and monitor progress of their treatment systems.

Nextchem signs agreement with KazMunayGaz for SAF project in Kazakhstan

NEXTCHEM and KazMunayGas-Aero have signed an agreement to collaborate on advancing energy transition initiatives, leveraging on NEXTCHEM’s proprietary technology portfolio and process engineering capabilities.

BASF, Evonik agree on deliveries of biomass-based ammonia with reduced carbon footprint

BASF and Evonik have agreed on the first delivery of BASF’s ammonia BMBcert grade. Thereby, both chemical companies demonstrate their commitment to offer products with a reduced product carbon footprint. With its ammonia BMBcert, BASF delivers to Evonik a product whose PCF is at least 65% lower than the standard product.

Russia's Tuapse oil refinery suspends processing due to low margins

Eni may sell more stakes in renewable, biofuel units retaining majority

Italy's Eni will decide about additional stake sales in its renewable and biofuel units, its CEO said, keeping in mind that it wants to list them on the stock market and retain the majority of their capital.

GAIL, AM Green sign MoU for jointly developing renewable energy and green chemical projects

GAIL (India) Limited and AM Green B.V. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to focus on the long-term supply of carbon dioxide for eMethanol production and the exploration of hybrid renewable energy project across India.

Neste strengthens chemical recycling logistics infrastructure in Europe with Tepsa Netherlands

Neste enhances its chemical recycling capabilities by collaborating with Tepsa Netherlands on the storage and handling of liquefied waste plastic in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.