Plant/Process Optimization

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

6/30/2025

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

6/30/2025

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

6/30/2025

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

6/30/2025

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

6/30/2025

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

6/30/2025

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.

Ch0C gas boiler: A French consortium innovates for industrial decarbonization

The low-carbon gas boiler Ch0C has just been commissioned at the Villers-Saint-Paul site (Oise) after only three years of agile and collaborative work.

3t introduces landmark training to empower women in Saudi Arabia’s energy sector

3t, a global leader in training and blended learning for high-hazard industries, has unveiled a pioneering initiative to empower women in Saudi Arabia’s energy sector.

Yokogawa collaborates with Shell on robotics and AI technology for plant maintenance

Yokogawa Electric Corporation announced that it has formalized a long-term agreement with Shell Global Solutions International B.V. to integrate and further develop technologies for utilizing robots and drones in plant monitoring and maintenance.

Japan returns to long-term LNG deals on AI boom, national energy plan

Japan is back in the spotlight for LNG producers as the boom in artificial intelligence, rising costs for cleaner energy and a new national energy plan drive appetite for long-term LNG deals.

Rotork supplies actuators for an automated ‘next-generation’ fully electrified offshore gas platform

Rotork has supplied > 200 actuators to ONE-Dyas for the N05-A upstream gas processing platform, located in the Dutch North Sea.

Crane Company to acquire precision sensors and instrumentation from Baker Hughes Company

Crane Company has signed an agreement to acquire Precision Sensors & Instrumentation (PSI) from Baker Hughes for $1,060 MM after adjusting for expected tax benefits with an estimated net present value of approximately $90 MM.

Yokogawa releases next generation of CENTUM VP integrated production control system

Yokogawa Electric Corp. has unveiled the next-generation Release 7 concept and the launch of Release 7.01 of the CENTUMTM VP integrated production control system, a core product in the OpreX™ Control and Safety System lineup.