Bridging the Gap: Balancing Technology and Usability to Achieve Real Efficiency

In today’s complex industrial landscape, organisations worldwide are grappling with persistent challenges like missed project deadlines, scalability issues, and unplanned downtime. A significant portion of leaders report being impacted by these issues, with manual processes, outdated information, and skills gaps often cited as key contributing factors. The drive for digital transformation is clear, with many […]
Emerson Enhances Optimisation Capabilities to Drive Operational Excellence

New AspenTech software release provides expanded industrial AI, new sustainability features and enhanced user experiences to drive improved operational performance 13 May 2025 – Emerson, an industrial technology leader delivering advanced automation solutions, today announced a new release of the flagship software of its Aspen Technology business. The release introduces a significant expansion of industrial AI capabilities, […]
HyIS-one Selects Emerson as Automation Partner for Korea’s Largest Hydrogen Refueling Station for Commercial Vehicles

Automation leader will supply advanced technologies to expand Korea’s domestic hydrogen base and build more sustainable transportation infrastructure Global automation and software leader Emerson (NYSE: EMR) will provide its advanced technologies and hydrogen expertise to HyIS-one’s new hydrogen refueling station and storage facility in Busan, South Korea – the largest hydrogen refueling infrastructure for commercial […]
Decarbonize FCCU Catalytically

Written by: Gowri Shankar Jayabalan, Technical Services Consultant, Ketjen Singapore Pte Ltd Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit (FCCU), a key conversion unit, is a significant contributor to the overall margin of any refinery. FCCUs are highly profitable carbon rejection machines. For a given feed and catalyst system, the higher the conversion, the higher carbon rejection and […]
A guide to industrial AI and digital transformation

Written by: Jonas Berge, Senior Director of Applied Technology, Emerson The scope of automation in refineries, petrochemical complexes, and other plants today is much broader than just core process control. Now it includes improving safety, sustainability and reliability – over and above production – as plants must achieve operational excellence, without increasing their workforces. The […]
Identifying The Opportunity For Indonesia’s Carbon Economy

The role of CCUS and renewables for a carbon-neutral futureBy Abhi Bhuchar, Eddison Lee, and Susiana Ekasari As a signatory to the Paris Agreement, Indonesia is committed to reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero by 2060. The country has already rolled out various decarbonization technologies, including renewables and biofuels, such as biodiesel (B-40) and palm-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), […]
SABIC Launches Certified Low Carbon Chemicals With CO2 Footprint Savings

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today announced the launch of its new certified low carbon product portfolio. As part of the company’s 2050 carbon neutrality pledge, this initiative will help support our customers and value chain to achieve their sustainability goals when looking for products with lower product carbon footprint. The first […]
Interview with Brian Joe, Asia Pacific Vice President for Marketing, Commercial Excellence, and IT for Emerson

What are the specific challenges and opportunities you see in the downstream oil & gas markets? Many challenges in the downstream oil and gas markets stem from what is known as the “dual challenge.” This dual challenge involves companies’ ability to meet the growing demand for resources profitably while also achieving sustainability and decarbonization goals. […]
Interview with Daniel Moore, Senior Operational Risk Solutions Consultant for Wolters Kluwer

Could you describe the process of implementing operational risk solutions for clients? What challenges and rewards do you encounter in this process? The process of implementing operational risk solutions for our clients involves several stages. To ensure optimal implementation, we first conduct an overall assessment to explore our clients’ background, as each client has different […]
Interview with John Koo, Business Development Director for Becht, Asia Pacific Operations

Question: How does Becht differentiate itself from other consulting firms in the industry? What unique value do you bring to your clients? Becht differentiates itself through a combination of deep technical expertise, real-world operational experience, and a focus on practical, sustainable solutions. Becht has a diverse team of seasoned professionals, many of whom have decades […]