Gas Processing/LNG
Codes and Standards: How much fireproofing do we need?
This article is the first under the Codes and Standards series. The purpose of this series is to make readers aware of code requirements, the interpretations and the limitations as they stand today, and what engineers can do as an alternative engineering. This series is based on the actual implementation of what is narrated and the satisfactory experiences drawn.
Asia's record LPG shortfall to attract US exports
Asia's supply shortfall of LPG will rise to record highs for at least the next two years, drawing ever more US exports to fill the void.
US ethane output to rise as petchem exports, consumption expand
Ethane production is expected to increase from 1.1 MMbpd in 2015 to 1.4 MMbpd in 2017.
Gazprom teams with OMV for expansion of Nord Stream gas pipeline
Gazprom wants to bypass Ukraine by expanding a network of undersea pipelines, primarily Nord Stream, which runs via the Baltic Sea to Germany.
LNG producers urged to look downstream to build industry
Many oil companies have moved from production to refining and fuel retailing operations. Likewise, LNG leaders should also search for ways to form a more sustainable market.
Intrexon opens California GTL pilot plant
The methanotroph bioconversion platform is designed to generate high-value products from natural gas, the most inexpensive carbon source that can be used for industrial fermentation.
Primus Green Energy unveils new GTL projects for gas-to-methanol in US
Primus’ standardized modular GTL systems will convert low-cost Marcellus feedstock into methanol locally, thus saving its clients in the region both production and transportation costs.
Canada approves Woodfibre LNG, with conditions
Environment Minister Catherine McKenna imposed conditions on the project, including restrictions related to construction in or near fish habitat and additional consultation with Aboriginal groups.
FERC rejects Veresen’s proposal on Jordan Cove LNG project in Oregon
Specifically, the FERC stated that the public benefits of the Pacific Connector pipeline do not outweigh the potential for adverse impacts on landowners and communities.
Linde, Elliott Group align on small, mid-scale LNG
The parties have developed a standardized and modularized concept for the main refrigerant cycle compression section of Linde's StarLNG plants, ranging from 0.2 MMtpy to 1.3 MMtpy.
- Europe's chemical industry seeks a lifeboat to stay in business 7/21
- BlackRock-led group set to invest in $10 billion Aramco Jafurah infrastructure deal 7/21
- Yara announces possible new ammonia projects in the U.S. 7/21
- German chemical lobby VCI sees no sector recovery before 2026 7/21
- India's Numaligarh Refinery extends key green hydrogen tender date amid Assam policy uncertainty 7/21
- Hynfra and JK Srivastava Group to build $4-B green hydrogen and ammonia hub in India 7/21
