loss prevention

LNG entities under U.S. sanctions to curb Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities and individuals for supporting Russia's war effort in Ukraine, including companies supporting the development of Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project and its shipment of LNG, as well as other future energy projects.

ADNOC deploys pioneering AI-enabled process optimization technology

Following successful initial operations, ADNOC announced the deployment of an industry leading artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled process optimization technology--Neuron 5--across all ADNOC facilities across thousands of critical pieces of equipment essential for production, including compressors, valves and generators.

New research reveals increasing strategic importance of maintenance in oil and gas industry operations

Jotun has published a new report, derived from a survey of over 1,000 senior professionals, showing that 88% of respondents anticipate an increase in maintenance budgets over the next five years and 75% say that the requirement to report on environmental performance has led to increased investment in maintenance.

Pier Solutions, H2scan announce partnership for market-leading hydrogen sensors and technology

Pier Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with H2scan. The new collaboration brings revolutionary hydrogen sensor technology to Europe for the first time allowing Pier Solutions to be a key part of expanding H2scans global reach.

PPG launches PPG PITT-THERM 909 spray-on insulation coating for oil and gas, infrastructure industries

PPG announced the launch of PPG PITT-THERM® 909 spray-on insulation (SOI) coating. This silicone-based coating is designed for high-heat environments in the oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical and other critical infrastructure industries.

James Fisher Fendercare conducts first LNG ship-to-ship transfer off the coast of Southwold, UK

Ship-to-ship (STS) transfer provider, James Fisher Fendercare (JF Fendercare)—part of James Fisher and Sons Plc.—has successfully completed the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) STS transfer off the coast of Southwold, UK, for an energy major, delivering a safe and efficient solution.

Process technology: SICK and Endress+Hauser sign strategic partnership

German sensor company SICK and the Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser have agreed on a strategic partnership. Endress+Hauser will take over worldwide sales and service of SICK’s process analyzers and gas flowmeters, with a JV to be established for their production and further development.

The power of AI: How oil/gas companies are using AI-powered geospatial analytics to identify and prevent potential leaks

8/7/2024

The challenge all O&G producers face is monitoring and maintaining an aging and widely distributed pipeline infrastructure. These organizations manage thousands of miles of pipelines to deliver petroleum and natural gas.

AtkinsRéalis awarded PSA for Miami-Dade (U.S.) Waste-to-Energy plant

AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. announced that it has been awarded a professional services agreement to Miami-Dade Department of Solid Waste Management for its new state of the art Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plant.

Venice Energy welcomes underground gas storage expansion project in South Australia

The gas storage expansion project means that Venice Energy's terminal will be able to cover any forecast gas shortfalls in both Victoria and South Australia.

Optimizing gas analysis in carbon capture, utilization and storage

7/16/2024

As with many industrial processes, the ability to accurately measure the concentration of bulk gas—in this case CO2 (carbon capture, utilization and storage)—along with any impurities within it, provides significant benefits. This article details the latest technologies in gas analysis for these types of applications.

Bangladesh's Summit LNG expected to resume operations in mid-July

The floating storage and regasification unit of Bangladesh's Summit LNG should resume operations in mid-July after it was damaged during a cyclone.

Baker Hughes awarded multi-year contract by Woodside Energy to support Australian LNG operations

Baker Hughes announced it has entered into a new 10-yr services frame agreement with Woodside Energy to support its LNG operations in Australia.

FLIR unveils ADGiLE to detect and locate methane leaks with continuous monitoring, advanced analytics

FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Inc., has released unveiled ADGiLE™, a fixed-mounted methane monitoring solution. Featuring optical gas imaging (OGI) with comprehensive edge detection analytics, ADGiLE is the oil and gas industry’s solution to meeting environmental stewardship and efficiency goals.

Russia ministry seeks end to $13 B/yr gas waste

Russia's resources ministry asked the new prime minister to approve its plan to make oil firms spend billions of dollars on cutting the amount of gas wastefully flared off during oil production.

Maximum fill volume in propane, butane and LPG pressurized storage tanks

6/19/2024

This article details the maximum fill volume for propane, butane and LPG storage tanks at processing facilities.

Carbon formation and removal in the steam reforming process

6/19/2024

This article documents research by various recognized authors and sources on the basis of reforming carbon formation and removal, how catalyst potassium promotion can help to remove the carbon laydown and reduce the steam-to-carbon ratio, as well as the calculation basis of the steam-to-carbon ratio over the steam reforming process.

ProSep awarded AIM and deliquidizer contracts for U.S. clients

ProSep has announced the receipt of two contract awards totaling nearly $2 MM.

Freeport LNG sues three contractors over defects at Texas plant

U.S. LNG exporter Freeport LNG filed a lawsuit in April against three contractors, alleging that installation defects in electric motors at its $14-B Texas export plant caused prolonged outages and costly repairs.

Bangladesh's Summit LNG to send damaged FSRU to Singapore or Middle East for repairs

Bangladesh's Summit LNG said its floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) was ready to discharge the liquefied natural gas (LNG) it had onboard before proceeding to Singapore or the Middle East for necessary repairs.

Egyptian fertilizer plants shut down temporarily due to gas supply pressures

Gas supplies will gradually resume flowing as of Thursday to fertilizer factories in Egypt after several chemical and fertilizer companies shut down plants on a temporary basis.

FSRU Toscana: First maintenance phase has been completed

OLT Offshore LNG Toscana announced that the first phase of maintenance intervention at the FSRU Toscana terminal has been successfully completed and on time.

Norway outage pushes European gas prices to highest this year

Norway's gas exports to Europe fell sharply on Monday as a shutdown of the offshore Sleipner hub halted operations at the Nyhamna onshore processing plant, pipeline operator Gassco said, lifting European prices to their highest level this year.

Hawai'i Gas selects Eurus Energy America, Bana Pacific for hydrogen and renewable natural gas projects

Hawaiʻi Gas, the state’s only regulated gas utility, announced the selection of two projects from its 2023 request for proposals (RFP) for renewable hydrogen and renewable natural gas (RNG), key resources that will enable the company to shift away from its reliance on fossil fuel.

Oceaneering conducts Freedom AUV pipeline inspection pilot for TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies and Oceaneering International, Inc. announced that the Freedom™ autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) has completed a pipeline inspection industrial pilot, demonstrating its capabilities for sustainable commercial pipeline inspection missions.

Natural gas flows to Freeport LNG in Texas (U.S.) at 5-month high

Natural gas flowing to Freeport LNG's export plant in Texas was on track to hit a five-month high, with a liquefaction train expected to return from a brief upset.

U.S. Republican lawmakers urge FERC to approve LNG applications

Two influential U.S. Republican lawmakers have urged the head of the federal energy regulator to process applications for LNG projects.

Drive energy efficiency and reduce emissions with dry gas sealing solutions

4/16/2024

Centrifugal compressors play a critical role in efficiently transporting the large volumes of natural gas used as a feedstock and fuel source in industries ranging from oil and gas to petrochemicals to liquefied natural gas (LNG). An effective sealing system is crucial to keeping a compressor running at peak efficiency. This article details the benefits of utilizing dry gas seals in these operations.

Detect operator-induced faults on a liquid expander

4/16/2024

This case study examines a fault during the startup of liquid expanders in an LNG facility.

Three emerging threats: Climate change, vandalism and cyber-attack

4/16/2024

Pipeline integrity management systems (PIMSs) are now common practice, driven by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) requirements in the U.S. This article discusses the threats associated with climate change, vandalism and cyber-attack from the perspective of existing risk models.