ADNOC Signs Heads of Agreement with IndianOil for Ruwais LNG Project
15-year LNG agreement for 1 mmtpa reinforces ADNOC’s position as a reliable global natural gas provider IndianOil is set to become ADNOC’s biggest LNG customer from 2029, with a total offtake of 2.2 mmtpa ADNOC announced today the signing of a long-term Heads of Agreement (LNG agreement) with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IndianOil), India’s largest […]
Asian Downstream Summit, Asian Refining Technology Conference, Ammonia and Carbon Capture Asia 2024 Highlights Sustainable Solutions and Celebrates Key Individuals and Organisations
Last week, a strong turnout of industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators marked the 17th Asian Downstream Summit, Asian Refining Technology Conference, and the inaugural Ammonia and Carbon Capture Asia. The event was a resounding success, with engaging discussions and the development of promising strategies to drive sustainable growth in the region’s petrochemical and refining industries. […]
Interview with Debjit Chandra, Global Technical Service Manager for Dorf Ketal
How does Dorf Ketal differentiate itself from other specialty chemical suppliers in the industry? Refineries use specialty chemicals to improve the process efficiency, safety, and sustainability of the refining process. The specialty chemicals industry is highly competitive with global companies that dominate the market. Dorf Ketal is the newest entrant. The economic benefit of specialty […]
How Natural Gas Accelerates the Path to Hydrogen
There is no single path to decarbonization, and the familiar phrase “energy transition” recognizes that progress is found one step at a time. To meet increasing demand for greenhouse gas reduction, companies are looking to adopt climate-friendly hydrogen as a flexible, infinitely renewable energy source. Hydrogen is gaining momentum due to the high degree of flexibility of […]
Chemical Recycling: Axens Accompany you from Concept to Reality
Written By: Ms. Anabel Paco The rising demand for plastics presents two main challenges: the environmental impact of production and waste, and the reliance on fossil resources. Enhancing plastic waste management through reducing, reusing, and recycling is crucial. Recycling plastics reduces the need for fossil resources and maximizes waste utilization. Most recycled plastics come from […]
Neste, ITOCHU and GS Caltex Collaborate to Make the First Batch of CORSIA-certified Sustainable Aviation Fuel Available for Purchase in Japan
Neste, ITOCHU and GS Caltex have collaborated to make the first batch of CORSIA-eligible ISCC-certified sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) available for purchase at Narita International Airport in Japan. This is the first time that CORSIA-certified SAF was made available for airlines’ regular purchase at commercial scale, well ahead of the start of CORSIA’s mandatory phase […]
60 Years of Integrity – a Family Legacy
By: Dr. Chuck Becht IV (CEO) History and Evolution: Becht was founded by Charles Becht III in 1964; he did so as he wanted to have more control over his destiny. He envisioned a large company which is why he called it Becht Engineering Company, and not something like Becht and Associates. The firm did some […]
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 […]
Navigating the Energy Transition – Co-processing of chemical recycling products in Fluid Catalytic Cracking units
Written by: Stefan Brandt, FCC Market Development Director, W. R. Grace & Co.Rafael Gonzalez, Regional Marketing Manager, AP, W. R. Grace & Co. As the Energy Transition progresses, multiple fronts are being considered to mitigate Global Warming as well as environmental pollution impacts from the use of fossil-derived products present at our modern daily life. […]
Pertamina NRE Ready to Build Bioethanol Plant, Optimizing Domestic Resources
Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE) demonstrates its commitment to developing the bioethanol business. This commitment was shown through two cooperation agreements, one with PT Sinergi Gula Nusantara (SGN) and the other with the provincial government of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), on Thursday, September 5. With SGN, a framework agreement was signed by the […]