Economics
Optimize direct air carbon capture systems for petrochemical sustainability
The advent of direct air carbon capture (DACC) systems presents a groundbreaking opportunity to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) and repurpose it as a valuable feedstock for petrochemical products like methanol and synthetic fuels.
LLDPE/HDPE swing technology platform
This article highlights and compares the various technology platforms available to provide technical insight into the selection of the best LLDPE/HDPE platform for a given facility. A high-level overview of the various technology platforms is provided based on open-source available data and the authors’ years of technical and operating experience.
Minimize risks and unlock profitability with opportunity crudes
This article focuses on new digital technologies that enable refiners to extract the most profit out of opportunity crudes.
bp plans to sell its mobility and convenience business in Austria
bp announced its intention to sell its mobility and convenience business in Austria.The marketing process will begin immediately, with the aim of reaching sale completion by the end of 2025, subject to regulatory and all relevant approvals.
China's Rongsheng Petchem opens Canada office, buys crude from Suncor
China's Rongsheng Petrochemical, China's largest independent refiner with capacity of 40 MMtpy or 800,000 bpd, has opened an office in Canada to buy Canadian crude and made its first purchase from local producer Suncor Energy.
Saudi Aramco looks to invest in Indian refineries
Saudi Aramco is in talks to invest in two planned refineries in India as the world's top oil exporter looks for a stable outlet for its crude in the world's fastest-growing emerging market
Signature Aviation brings blended sustainable aviation fuel to six new European locations
Signature Aviation has announced the expansion of its blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offering at six new locations across Europe following multiple blended SAF supply agreements.
Brazil's diesel imports rise with Petrobras above parity
Brazil's diesel imports in March exceeded the same month in 2024, as Brazil's state-run oil firm Petrobras sold the raw material for several days at prices above import parity.
Shell unveils market strategy during Capital Markets Day
During Shell’s Capital Markets Day 2025, it unveiled the next steps in the execution of its strategy. Shell is strengthening its commitment to value creation and maintaining its focus on performance, discipline and simplification.
Trump to hit Venezuelan oil buyers with tariff, extends Chevron's wind down
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday issued an executive order declaring that any country buying oil or gas from Venezuela will pay a 25% tariff on trades with the U.S., while his administration extended a deadline for U.S. producer Chevron to wind down operations in the South American country.
- Phillips 66 Independent Board Director pens letter to shareholders regarding dispute with Elliott Investment Management 3/28
- Russia increases fuel, diesel supply to Bolivia amid rising energy crisis 3/28
- Cenovus refinery in Ohio (U.S.) plans to shut multiple units for six weeks of work 3/28
- Motiva Texas refinery (U.S.) preparing second attempt to restart FCCU 3/27
- bp plans to sell its mobility and convenience business in Austria 3/27
- BASF starts up its first plant for recycled polyamide 6 3/27
