Americas
Industry Perspectives: What are the opportunities for the global HPI?
In the February issue of <i>Hydrocarbon Processing,</i> our editors provided the results of <i>Hydrocarbon Processing’s</i> survey on the challenges that the downstream processing industry may face this year.
Editorial Comment: Continuing the advancement of the petrochemical industry
Each year, Hydrocarbon Processing devotes its Special Focus section to the latest advancements in petrochemical technology, as well as best practices, reliability and safety to ensure efficient and optimized petrochemical operations.
Global Project Data
According to <i>Hydrocarbon Processing’</i>s Construction Boxscore Database, more than 320 new downstream capital projects have been announced over the past year.
Digital: Three steps to implement a 21st-century disaster recovery plan
In the wake of Hurricane Florence, businesses across the US had another reminder of how unpredictable and unavoidable disasters are when they strike.
Refining: Extend the life of storage tanks with a novel single-coat epoxy coating
In the oil and gas industry, time is money.
Editorial Comment: The materials that advance modern life
Refineries and petrochemical plants contain some of the harshest environments on the planet.
EPC/construction contracting—Start with the end in mind
Large capital projects continue to be challenged by budget issues.
Best practices in boiler maintenance and replacement
Refineries cannot afford a sudden boiler failure (FIG. 1). Regularly assessing the condition of boilers is vital.
Global Project Data
<i>Hydrocarbon Processing’</i>s Construction Boxscore Database is tracking more than 1,300 active projects in the hydrocarbon processing industries worldwide.
AI: How AI and machine learning benefit refineries and petrochemical plants
Embedding machines with artificial intelligence (AI) allows them to learn from their past experiences.
- Technip Energies secures major contract for Coral Norte floating LNG project in Mozambique 6/11
- Honeywell introduces Experion Cognition to deliver autonomous control room operations for Borouge International 6/11
- ABB expands non-invasive sensing portfolio to advance simpler and safer temperature measurement 6/11
- Bayer hopes to speed up biofuel feedstock plan amid Iran war energy crunch 6/11
- Gulf Coast Midstream selects Audubon for FEED on Nash Energy Storage Hub 6/11
- Dangote Refinery seeks $1 billion private placement ahead of planned listing 6/11
