Gas Processing/LNG
Chevron LPG pipeline explodes in rural Texas
The explosion, caused by a construction crew that accidentally drilled into a 10-inch LPG line, led to flames shooting high into the air and prompted some people to evacuate.
Neste Oil reports LPG leak at Porvoo refinery
A general alarm was issued covering the refinery site and surrounding area in Tolkkinen and people were instructed to stay inside. The leak proved to be minor and the instruction calling for people to stay inside was rescinded at around 4 p.m. local time for all areas other than the immediate vicinity.
NGL growth takes toll on global refining sector
The growth in NGL plant output means end-use consumption depends less on receiving supply from refinery operations. It could also further limit demand for OPEC crude oil.
Marcellus Shale likely to dominate US gas supply
During the first half of 2013, the majority of new wells were drilled in northeast Pennsylvania. However, rigs have increasingly focused on the liquids-rich southwestern portion of the Marcellus since 2012. Here, operators benefit from NGL production and less severe gas price differentials.
Singapore completes study on development of LNG bunkering standards
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and its appointed consultant, Lloyd's Register, have completed a study on the technical procedures for LNG bunkering in the Port of Singapore. The study consolidated information that must be addressed before LNG bunkering can take place into five key areas.
Rosneft, ExxonMobil pick Foster Wheeler for FEED work on Far East LNG
The work will include location and concept studies, design basis definition, main technical solutions development, constructability assessment, definition of project execution strategies and preparation of preliminary information for submission to the Russian authorities. Contract value was not disclosed.
HP Industry Perspectives: Is it too early to be optimistic for 2014?
The increased availability of natural gas supplies are redefining energy conditions. New natural gas reserves are shifting the order for producing nations. Shale gas reserves, once difficult to extrac..
Phillips 66 to build LPG export terminal in Texas
The proposed terminal would provide 4.4 million bbl/monthof LPG export capacity, the equivalent of eight very large gas carriers (VLGC). It would be located at the site of the company’s existing marine terminal in Freeport and utilize existing Phillips 66 midstream, transportation and storage infrastructure.
US oil, gas M&A activity led by foreign buyers, private equity groups
Foreign buyers announced nine deals in the third quarter of 2013, which contributed $2.8 billion or 17% of total deal value, vs. four deals valued at $4 billion during the same period last year. On a sequential basis from the second quarter, the number of total deals increased 800% from just one foreign deal.
Shell selects Wood Group for engineering services on Scotland gas, NGL plants
Wood Group employs around 500 people under this contract and provides project management, engineering, construction, commissioning, maintenance support and supply chain management services. Wood Group will also be providing fabric maintenance services, as part of the new contract.
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