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Syzygy Plasmonics selects Emerson to automate electrification of chemical production processes

Global technology and software company Emerson has been chosen by Syzygy Plasmonics to automate its innovative catalyst reactor technology that uses light instead of thermal energy, such as heat generated from burning fossil fuels, for chemical manufacturing.

Oil steady as U.S. default risk offsets demand outlook

Oil prices were steady as caution relating to U.S. debt ceiling talks dragged on optimism over demand later in the year and offset support from lower supplies from Canada and OPEC+ producers.

Europe's business jet industry aims for green rebrand

Europe's business jet sector is putting its greenest foot forward at its flagship annual conference this week as it faces a downturn in flights on the back of commercial aviation's rebound and growing pressure to become more sustainable.

Nigeria commissions Dangote refinery, seeks to end fuel imports

Nigeria commissioned Dangote Refinery amid hopes of transforming the country into a net exporter of petroleum products, but analysts said securing crude supplies could affect it achieving full production this year.

Bangladesh struggling to pay for fuel due to dollar shortage, letters show

Bangladesh is struggling to pay for imported fuel because of a dollar shortage, letters from the state petroleum firm show, with it warning of an "alarming decrease" in fuel reserves.

Turkey and ship-to-ship top destinations for Russian May diesel loadings-traders

Turkey and ship-to-ship loadings remained the top destination for Russian diesel exports in May, while total shipments in May are set to fall because of seasonal refinery maintenance and rising domestic demand, traders said.

Indian Oil Corp: Middle East deals squeezed out by Russian crude

The chairman of Indian Oil Corporation, the country's top refiner by capacity, said he remained committed to term contracts with the Middle East but spot purchases from the region have fallen as more Russian crude has been imported.

Asia to drive oil demand growth in second half, says Vitol

Asia will lead oil demand growth of around 2 million bpd in the second half of the year, a senior executive at Vitol said, an increase that could potentially lead to a shortage of supply and drive up prices.

Rare shipment of U.S. oil heads to South Africa for Glencore refinery

A shipment of U.S. oil is headed to South Africa for the first time in two years and destined for a Glencore-owned refinery in Cape Town that has restarted operations after an explosion shuttered it in 2020, according to ship tracking data and a source.

Global Syngas Technologies Council convened to address global syngas market

Situated in the beautiful natural surroundings of Colorado Springs with the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, the Global Syngas Technologies Council (GSTC) convened for their Spring board meeting at the Broadmoor Resort and Hotel.