Plant/Process Optimization
German gas operator to utilize Oxford Flow's IM-S gas regulators
Oxford Flow has announced its first IM-S deployment on mainland Europe. German gas distribution system operator (DSO) EWE-Netz has installed six IMS050S gas regulators with PRX2 pilots, selecting the technology following a competitive evaluation against leading European suppliers. The IM-S gas regu..
John Crane unveils next-generation seal to maintain integrity of ethane/ethylene pipeline performance
John Crane has launched the Type 8628VL, a next generation mechanical seal engineered to solve the oil and gas industry's toughest challenges: maintaining sealing integrity in multiphase ethane and ethylene pipelines.
Clariant to supply catalyst to SYPOX for world’s largest electric steam methane reformer
Clariant’s Custom Catalyst Manufacturing delivers optimized catalysts, reducing emissions by up to 40% World’s largest electric steam methane reformer (e-SMR) is planned to produce 150 tons of syngas daily using 10 megawatts (MW) of renewable electricity Commercial operation scheduled for 2026, ..
Monkey Island LNG selects ConocoPhillips’ Optimized Cascade process technology for $25-B LNG terminal
Monkey Island LNG today announced that it has selected ConocoPhillips’ Optimized Cascade® Process liquefaction technology for its planned 26-MMtpy natural gas liquefaction and export facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
Successful first feed-in of the 40th EnviThan gas upgrading plant in France
The customer, Biogaz des Vieilles Vignes, operates the biogas and gas upgrading plant using a daily input of 100 tonnes of agricultural residues.
Baker Hughes awarded long-term service agreement by bp for Tangguh LNG operations
Baker Hughes announced a long-term service agreement award from bp for its Tangguh LNG plant in Papua Barat, Indonesia.
Air Products completes first liquid H2 fill of world's largest H2 sphere
Air Products announced it has successfully completed the first fill of the world’s largest hydrogen sphere at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Kennedy Space Center located on Merritt Island, Florida.
Emerson announced the release of its new Rosemount 3144S temperature transmitter
Emerson announced the release of the Rosemount 3144S temperature transmitter, a new industrial measurement solution with the flexibility to meet the most demanding temperature measurement challenges, allowing for increased efficiency, safety and profitability.
Aramco signs $11-B Jafurah midstream deal with international consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners
Aramco has signed an $11-B lease and leaseback deal involving its Jafurah gas processing facilities with a consortium of international investors, led by funds managed by Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part of BlackRock.
Digital Exclusive: Turbomachinery: The backbone of cryogenic gas processing
This article shows how turboexpander-compressors became the backbone of cryogenic processing, and how they are directly linked to a plant’s efficiency and reliability. It explores the design and flexibility of modern expander-compressor machines.
Coastal Bend LNG selects ConocoPhillips’ Optimized Cascade® Process technology
Coastal Bend LNG’s planned development includes multiple liquefaction trains, cogeneration, LNG storage tanks and export facilities.
Midstream/Downstream finalists announced for prestigious Gulf Energy Awards 2025
Gulf Energy Information has announced the midstream and downstream finalists for the 2025 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards®, celebrating breakthrough technologies, innovative projects and industry leaders shaping the future of energy.
KBC launches Petro-SIM 7.6 simulation software
KBC (A Yokogawa Company) announces the launch of Petro-SIM® v7.6, the latest release of its flagship digital twin process simulation platform for the upstream and downstream oil and gas sectors, including the refining, petrochemical, polymer, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industries.
POSCO to supply HIC-energy steel for Aramco's Fadhili Gas Plant expansion project
The Fadhili expansion project is a large-scale energy infrastructure initiative by Aramco aimed at increasing the gas processing capacity of the existing plant by approximately 1.6 times.
Fluenta completes flare technology installation at Louisiana amine plant (U.S.)
Fluenta has successfully completed the first installation of its Bias-90 FlarePhase configuration at the Pelican Amine Treating Plant in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana.
Energy tech firm Lummus confidentially files for U.S. IPO amid Trump's domestic push
Energy solutions company Lummus Technology said on Monday it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the United States amid President Donald Trump's broader strategy to enhance domestic energy production.
Asahi Kasei to supply 1-MW-class alkaline-water electrolyzer to hydrogen project in Finland
The system will play an essential role in Central Finland’s hydrogen production and contribute to the region’s decarbonization efforts.
Mitsubishi launches 450-kW gas cogeneration system capable of hydrogen co-firing
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger, Ltd. announced a new lineup to SGP M450, a gas cogeneration system jointly developed with Toho Gas Co., Ltd., capable of hydrogen co-firing at a maximum of 15 vol%, with power output of 450 kW.
Hydron Energy announces sale of its first commercial RNG production plant
Hydron Energy Inc. has received the first order for its first of the kind commercial INTRUPTor-Mid biogas upgrading plant.
Kazakhstan scraps plan for Karachaganak gas processing plant with foreign shareholders
Kazakhstan's energy ministry said it had terminated plans to build a gas processing plant at the Karachaganak field with the project's mainly foreign shareholders. It said, without elaborating, that it sought to engage domestic companies.
Shell renews contract with Cyberhawk, enabling a global visualization and data integration platform across its portfolio
Cyberhawk™ is pleased to report the renewal of its five-year global agreement with Shell. The comprehensive iHawk™ contract will extend their successful collaboration to projects and assets worldwide and serve a user base that has expanded to more than 6,000.
Optimizing NGL treatment for sulfur and methanol reduction at Pembina NGL Corporation’s Redwater fractionation plant—Part 2
This case study details NGL treatment for sulfur and methanol reduction at Pembina NGL Corporation’s Redwater fractionation plant in Canada.
The future of gas turbines in the green revolution
With the rise of renewables wreaking dramatic changes to gas turbine operational modes, there is now an increased focus on minimizing operational costs. Gas turbines may be here to stay, but filter systems must remain relevant and efficient, as well.
Utilize tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy to ensure natural gas purity in the grid
This article delves into key challenges of preserving quality in natural gas pipelines, and it covers various gas analysis technologies that address these concerns.
Ten ways AI is expediting construction projects in the processing industries
This article explores 10 key areas in which AI can improve project delivery during project planning.
Five essential tips for building efficient hydrogen fluid systems
This article highlights five considerations for engineers who are charged with building an effective, efficient H2 system.
The impact of advanced process control on LPG production
This article summarizes the findings from the APC Benefit project, which evaluates the impact of a proprietary advanced process control (APC) systema implemented at the Salalah liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) plant in Oman in 2024.
Guyana calls companies to pre-qualify for NGL facility
Guyana is looking for a company willing to build a natural gas liquids (NGL) facility as part of efforts to monetize its offshore gas reserves, according to a notice published by the South American government.
Chiyoda, AVEVA forge strategic partnership to power plantOS with AVEVA CONNECT
Chiyoda announced that an AVEVA Partner Ecosystem Member Agreement has been completed with AVEVA, marking a significant milestone in advancing its digital O&M platform, plantOS.
hte conducts research for JGC to advance decarbonization by identifying suitable catalysts for ammonia cracking
hte and JGC have collaborated on innovative technologies for converting ammonia into hydrogen. The goal of this contract research project conducted at hte’s laboratories was to advance decarbonization by identifying suitable catalysts for ammonia cracking.
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor acquires Swiss rotating equipment maintenance company AST Turbo AG
- RWE strengthens partnerships with ADNOC and Masdar to enhance energy security in Germany and Europe
- TotalEnergies and Mozambique announce the full restart of the $20-B Mozambique LNG project
- Cook Inlet LNG advances FSRU project in Alaska (U.S.)
- Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub hit by missile attack, ‘extensive damage’ reported
