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Trans Mountain oil pipeline expansion pushes rivals to cut rates, for now

Pipelines that historically carry Canadian crude to the U.S. are cutting rates and looking to ship different grades of crude oil due to rising competition from the newly expanded Trans Mountain pipeline.

Validate skin temperature in refractory-lined pipes using manual calculation vs. FEA analysis

Black Cat Consulting & Engineering Services W.L.L.: Nelluri, V.

Accurately estimating skin temperature and understanding the impact of refractory lining on thermal performance are crucial aspects of piping system design, operation and maintenance. By recognizing the multifaceted role of refractory lining in enhancing operational efficiency, mitigating risks and extending the lifespan of industrial piping systems, industries can optimize their processes and ensure the reliability and safety of their infrastructure. 

How important is connected pipework to PSVs?

Worley India Pvt. Ltd.: Prabhu, V.

The purpose of this article is to explain additional process considerations for pipework connected to PSVs, such as isolation valves, layout, orientation, forces and moments. 

Update: Slovakia, Hungary rebuff EU call to replace lost Russian oil via Croatia

Slovakia and Hungary on Friday rebuffed a European Commission (EU) suggestion that they could replace lost Russian oil supplies via an alternative route through Croatia, saying it was too costly.

Update: Ukraine PM says Lukoil sanctions do not threaten Slovakia's energy security

Kyiv's sanctions prohibiting the transit of oil from Russian producer Lukoil do not pose a threat to Slovakia's energy security, Ukraine's prime minister said on Wednesday.

Photography in the oil and gas industry: Its significance and best practices

Antonoil Service: Abid, J.  |  Sarwat, A

Producing photographs of and within process plants requires special attention and discipline.

Decarbonizing steam crackers: Key technical challenges of transitioning from natural gas to hydrogen

SCG Chemicals Co. Ltd.: Wattanasoponvanij, S.  |  Tanthapanichakoon, W.  |  Lourvanij, K.
Chulalongkorn University: Soottitantawat, A.

In the petrochemical industry, olefin crackers utilize significant amounts of heat to crack hydrocarbons into essential chemicals, such as olefins and aromatics.

Canada's Trans Mountain Pipeline weighs debt deal ahead of potential sale

Oil pipeline operator Trans Mountain plans to borrow in the bond market to refinance some of its outstanding debt before the Canadian government eventually sells it.

ONEOK announces refined products pipeline expansion to the Greater Denver area

ONEOK Inc. has announced plans to expand its pipeline capacity connecting Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast refined products supply with the greater Denver (Colorado, U.S.) area to meet growing demand and increase connectivity with Denver International Airport (DIA).

Canadian crude exports from U.S. Gulf Coast fall only slightly despite TMX startup

About 150,000 bpd of Canadian crude were exported from the U.S. Gulf Coast in June, slightly lower than average, despite the expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline (TMX), which pulled some barrels west to Vancouver.