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Shape the future of sustainable processing with advanced analytics

Seeq: Pietryka, M.

From the foundations of measuring emissions in real time, to forecasting the impact of each lever and automating reporting, digital technologies help processors track key sustainability metrics and overall progress in the journey to net-zero. 

ADNOC, AIQ developing first-of-a-kind agentic AI solution for global energy transformation

ENERGYai will combine large language model technology with cutting-edge ‘agentic’ AI – AI ‘agents’ that are trained in specific tasks across ADNOC’s value chain. These specialized AI agents bring a new level of autonomy and precision to critical tasks, from seismic analysis to energy efficiency and real-time process monitoring.

Sponsored Content: Demystifying industrial AI agents: What we can learn from Iron Man

An industrial agent is an agile and robust software entity that intelligently represents and manages the functionalities and capabilities of an industrial unit. This Digital Feature dives deep into industrial agents, and how they can be used to optimize plant operations.

Utilize a process simulation digital twin to optimize condensate yield

ADNOC Sour Gas: Kaleem, J.  |  Al Ali, E.  |  Allanaboyina, V.  |  Srinivas, R.
Aspen Technology: E. Gebesy  |  S. Sheikh

With the aim to maximize profit, and contribute to sustainability targets by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ADNOC Sour Gas has optimized condensate hydrotreater operation by adjusting Reid vapor pressure, which resulted in maximizing condensate yield. This article is a case study on using a process digital twin to optimize condensate yield.

Thermal decomposition of particulate mercury sulfides in petroleum—Part 2

Chevron Energy Technology Co.: Hatakeyama, E.  |  Das, T.  |  Hoelen, T. P.
Contributing Author: O'Rear, D.

Traces of particulate mercury sulfide (HgS) in stabilized crude oils transform to elemental mercury below 400°C in refinery distillation units. The authors evaluated this transformation and measured reaction rates and activation energies in crude oil and Hg-spiked mineral oil, using glass vessels at atmospheric pressure and a microunit at 1,000 psig.

ProSep to deliver its Multiphase Adjustable Xtreme test units to Polish refiner

For the contract, ProSep will deliver one of its Multiphase Adjustable Xtreme (MAX+) Mixer's test units to a refinery in central Poland. 

BGEN signs five-year contract with INEOS O&P UK

BGEN has announced that it has signed a five-year contract with the petrochemical manufacturer INEOS O&P UK. BGEN will provide a range of services to help INEOS optimize plant efficiency at its site in Grangemouth, Stirlingshire.

The Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards 2024 winners honored at live Houston gala

The 2024 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards was held on Wednesday evening at the Post Oak Hotel in Houston, Texas (U.S.). The black-tie gala recognized the energy industry’s leading innovations and thought leaders.

Aspen Technology launches microgrid management system to address power reliability and meet net-zero goals

Aspen Technology introduced the AspenTech Microgrid Management System™, a solution for customers with heavy electrical power requirements in refining, chemicals, mining and other asset-intensive industries that manage their own on-site conventional and renewable power generation in orchestration with active load management and energy storage.

Digital Feature: Refiner improves operational technology risk measurement and management: A Case Study on addressing the cyber risks in the oil and gas industry

This case study details how a U.S.-based Fortune 50 petroleum refiner used proprietary technology to improve operational technology (OT) cybersecurity. By automating asset inventory and vulnerability assessments, the company reduced manual processes, enhanced visibility into cyber risks and improved safety, ultimately saving millions of dollars in program costs.