Refining
Column revamp using packings and internal modeling and revamping technology
The challenge of frequent plugging in vent gas scrubbers is resolved with the highest degree of maleic anhydride (MAN) product recovery.
The downstream rundown: In case you missed it 08/05
In case you missed any downstream news, here are the top stories from last week.
Russia's Novoshakhtinsk refinery fully resumes operations
The Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia's southern Rostov region has fully resumed operations after it was struck by drones in June.
Idemitsu restarts 150,000-bpd Hokkaido CDU on July 25 after maintenance
Japan's second-biggest oil refiner Idemitsu Kosan Co restarted the 150,000 bpd crude distillation unit at its Hokkaido refinery in northern Japan on July 25 after maintenance.
Binh Son refinery to undergo major maintenance next year
The 130,000 bpd refinery has been in operation for 13 years and its equipment is facing risks of aging and erosion.
Online Exclusive: How chemical manufacturers can navigate inflation
At the macroeconomic level, inflation will influence M&A through its impact on monetary policy and financial markets.
Several refining projects are scheduled in Asia and the Middle East
In Asia and the Middle East, at least nine refinery projects are beginning operations or are scheduled to come online before the end of 2023. At their current planned capacities, they will add 2.9 MMbpd of global refinery capacity once fully operational.
Marathon Petroleum posts bumper profit on soaring fuel prices
Marathon Petroleum smashed quarterly profit estimates, the latest U.S. refiner to benefit from a surge in fuel prices sparked by tight capacity and low inventories.
Valero to run its 14 refineries at 90%-93% of capacity in Q3
Valero Energy Corp plans to operate its 14 refineries between 90%-93% of their combined total processing capacity in the third quarter.
U.S. majors Exxon, Chevron post blowout earnings, ramp up buybacks
The two largest U.S. oil companies, ExxonMobil and Chevron, posted record revenue on Friday, bolstered by surging crude oil and natural gas prices and following similar results for European majors a day earlier.
- AVTL to develop ammonia terminal in Pipavav, India 6/20
- Chevron seeks buyers for 50% stake in Singapore refinery 6/20
- Asian refiners seek more Mideast oil after spot premiums jump on Israel-Iran conflict 6/20
- Mexican authorities discover clandestine mini-refinery in crackdown of illegal hydrocarbon trade 6/20
- Italy's Eni eyes new unit to manage oil refineries 6/20
- Inatech's Techoil implemented by Flint Hills Resources for a modern, integrated future 6/20
