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Coastal Bend LNG will explore the use of Honeywell’s modular liquified natural gas (LNG) pretreatment solutions for its planned natural gas liquefaction and export facility along the Texas Gulf Coast, USA. The new facility aims to scale LNG production to support global energy security. Honeywell’s modular LNG pretreatment solutions help remove contaminants from natural gas and can reduce…
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Emerson has launched the world’s first native WirelessHART non-contacting radar level transmitter. The Rosemount 3408 Wireless Level Transmitter – Non-Contacting Radar reduces the complexity, time and costs associated with installing cabling in automated measurement points. By eliminating measurement blind spots and the need for manual readings, the transmitter enhances plant safety, boosts…
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Burckhardt Compression has successfully delivered a turnkey compression solution for a leading manufacturer of engineered cryogenic gas processing equipment and small-scale LNG and industrial gas plants. The project, executed at LNG terminals in Nicaragua and the Bahamas, demonstrates Burckhardt Compression’s commitment to providing the best-fit solution for complex customer requirements. The…
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Elena Alcalde González, supply chain and procurement director at Moeve Chemicals, speaks to Anamika Talwaria about the company’s rebrand from Cepsa Moeve is a global company comprising over 11,000 employees, committed to sustainable energy, chemistry and mobility, with the ambition to drive Europe’s energy transition and accelerate decarbonisation both within the company and for its…
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Simon Bunegar, CCO at Grandperspective, explains how ground-based remote sensing technology can help ammonia storage facilities comply with PGS-12 The Netherlands, which is home to some of the continent’s most advanced storage facilities, is already known for strict rules and robust best-practice guidance. But operators are also expected to prove, consistently, that they are managing risk in a…
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FortisBC Energy Inc. (FortisBC) has received approval from the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) for its proposed Tilbury LNG Storage Expansion project. This approval will help FortisBC continue to provide reliable and resilient natural gas service to British Columbians. Once constructed, the project will ensure FortisBC can continue to provide reliable and resilient energy services…
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Anna Grausgruber, CGO and co-founder at Senseven, explains why ensuring valve integrity is key to safeguarding fuel purity in storage tanks Valves are critical components in nearly every industrial system. They monitor product flow, isolate media and prevent backflow as well as regulate pressure in systems. Their integrity is directly tied to plant safety, environmental compliance and process…
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ETFuels has started Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for ETFuels’ flagship Rattlesnake Gap e-methanol project in West Texas, USA. '[This marks] a major step toward commercial-scale production of e-fuels for the global shipping and aviation markets,' the company said on LinkedIn. Once completed, Rattlesnake Gap will be the largest e-methanol plant in the United States, accelerating the…
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Oman Tank Terminal Company (OTTCO), a subsidiary of OQ Group, and Royal Vopak, has signed a shareholder agreement to establish a new company in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD). The agreement, concluded during the Duqm Economic Forum 2025, reflects OQ’s continued commitment to expanding its investments in Duqm and supports national efforts to attract foreign investment and strengthen…
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TotalEnergies has lifted force majeure on its $20 billion (€17.1 billion) Mozambique LNG project, after four years of suspension, Located in Cabo Delgado, the project includes offshore gas development and a two-train liquefaction facility designed to produce 13 million tonnes per year. Originally halted in 2021 due to regional security threats, the restart follows significant progress in…
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SinoChem’s subsidiary, 66Yunlian, explains how its AI system for liquid asset management is making risk management easier for lenders Liquid bulk commodities such as crude oil, refined products, and chemical liquids have long been considered ‘unsuitable collateral’ due to their homogeneous and co-mingled nature. Globally, the sector faces three main challenges: • Lack of visibility and…
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Oilfield services provider Petrofac has applied to the High Court of England and Wales to appoint administrators after grid operator TenneT's termination of its involvement in a major offshore wind project in the Netherlands. In 2023, Petrofac and Hitachi Energy were awarded a €13 billion ($15.16 billion) contract by Dutch-German electricity grid operator TenneT to deliver six 2-gigawatts…
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Kemiwatt has announced the successful completion of a capital increase of more than €5 million. This round brings on board two new strategic investors: Stolt Ventures, corporate venture capital fund from Stolt-Nielsen, a global leader in liquid logistics, and Impact Océan Capital (IOC), an investment fund dedicated to maritime innovation and sustainability in Europe managed by GO Capital.…
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Tim Doggett, CEO of the Chemical Business Association, shares his thoughts on Vivergo Fuels’ plant closure, emphasising the significant impact on the chemical supply chain and the broader economy The closure of the UK’s largest bioethanol plant is another devastating blow to both the UK chemical supply chain and the wider economy. Bioethanol is not only a renewable fuel that helps deliver…
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Exolum’s northwest Europe lead, Stephen Land, explains how Europe’s tank storage infrastructure can power the energy transition  The global energy transition is all too often simply discussed in terms of energy production and demand. Here in northwest Europe, the tank storage sector is an often under-recognised lynchpin of that transformation. Historically, this sector has served as the…
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Woodcote Media Ltd, a renowned specialist B2B publisher, is excited to announce the acquisition of Tank Storage Magazine, the leading title serving the global tank storage and bulk liquids sector. This strategic move sees the title return to its original founder, Peter Patterson, and will further strengthen Woodcote Media’s portfolio of market-leading publications, which include titles…
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Marta Mieres Barcena explains how she mentors future leaders while driving diversity and innovation in tank storage When most people think about the liquid bulk storage sector, sustainability and green energies aren’t usually the first topics that come to mind. But for Marta Mieres Barcena, the high potential to drive meaningful change in sustainability was exactly what drew her to join the…
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The EU has formally adopted its 19th sanctions package against Russia. The new package targets Russian key sectors which fuel Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, including energy, finance and the military industrial complex, including liquefied natural gas (LNG) for the first time. 'We have just adopted our 19th package of sanctions. It targets Russian energy, banks, crypto exchanges, and…
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Cleanova, a global leader in engineered filtration solutions, has launched PFAS-Free Media Coalescing Filters, now available across its Dollinger GP-198 series. This significant innovation delivers the same proven performance and reliability that customers have trusted for decades, now with a reduced environmental footprint. The transition to PFAS-free filtration media marks a major milestone in…
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Lars Schaumann, managing director of Vopak Japan, explains how collaborating with IHI will help accelerate ammonia in Asia In November 2023, IHI and Vopak signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore the potential for efficient, high-value added ammonia terminals in Japan. Nearly two years later, the companies have taken the step to sign a joint development agreement with the aim of…
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