Process Optimization
Clariant advances plastics stabilizer technology with expanded production and new applications
Clariant increases production capacity for Nylostab™ S-EED stabilizer with second production line in Cangzhou, China
Digital Exclusive: How companders can support industrial decarbonization
This article presents three scenarios that illuminate how a compander can take a central role in increasing operational efficiency and recovering waste energy.
CountryMark refinery (U.S.) to use Topsoe technology for renewable diesel production
Topsoe has been selected as the renewable diesel technology partner for CountryMark’s Mount Vernon, Indiana (U.S.) refinery.
Indorama Ventures reaches 150 billion PET recycling milestone, reaffirming its commitment to a circular economy
With more than 20 recycling facilities across 11 countries, supported by strong business partnerships and optimized operations, Indorama Ventures collectively recycles 789 bottles every second — transforming used PET into high-quality recycled PET (rPET) resins and other circular materials.
Fluenta completes flare technology installation at Louisiana amine plant (U.S.)
Fluenta has successfully completed the first installation of its Bias-90 FlarePhase configuration at the Pelican Amine Treating Plant in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana.
Drop-in solutions and digital catalyst insights to enhance the profitability and sustainability of syngas plants
This article details the advancements in the authors’ company’s plus catalyst series of syngas catalysts that improve efficiency, sustainability and profitability in ammonia, methanol and hydrogen production.
Unlock dewaxing performance with a selective dewaxing catalyst in fossil and renewable fuels service
To address various challenges, the authors’ company has developed a selective dewaxing catalyst suitable for fossil feeds, co-processing and 100% renewable services. This article details this novel technology.
Boosting butylenes production from an FCCU through an HBC catalyst technology
Based on the generation and conversion mechanism of butylenes during the FCC process, this article details the design, development and commercial trials of the latest high-butylenes selectivity catalysts (HBC) series catalysts boosting butylenes without compromising gasoline yield. Its potential to increase butylenes has been confirmed through laboratory evaluation and commercial trial results.
How leading refineries achieve operational excellence
Although cost cutting provides short-term financial benefits, it does not improve anything operationally in a plant. The reality is that most companies have already pushed such programs to their practical limits. So, what is left? The alternative approach is improving performance through operational excellence. This article will unpack this approach with examples of how producers have benefitted from it.
Making green refineries greener through innovative H₂S recycling
This article details a process that ensures efficient gas treatment, compliance with environmental standards, and the optimal use of chemicals and resources.
- NAPCOR releases 2024 PET recycling report highlighting system efficiency gains and continued strength of PET circularity 12/12
- OQ courts other partners for petrochemical complex in Oman as SABIC drops out 12/12
- Brazil's BNDES approves $71 MM for carbon storage project 12/12
- Cuba on edge as U.S. seizure of oil tanker puts supply at risk 12/12
- China oil demand to plateau between 2025 and 2030 12/12
- Germany's PCK refinery says no impact from pipeline leak 12/12
