.May 23, 2024

Abnormally hot summer temps may lead to more AC use and strain power grids

Forecasters are expecting abnormally hot summer temperatures to predominate across the United States and with many people cranking up air conditioners at the same time, electric power grids may have difficulty in meeting peak power needs. Read More

Unlocking success with turnaround and shutdown solutions

In the world of heavy lifting and logistical challenges, every minute counts. Recognizing that downtime equates to lost revenue and potential setbacks, Deep South Crane & Rigging (Deep South) emphasizes robust planning and tailor-made solutions to ensure seamless project execution.

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Forecast strong hurricane season presents risk for U.S. oil and natural gas industry

Hurricanes primarily affect petroleum markets by disrupting crude oil production and refinery operations. Offshore crude oil in the United States is concentrated in the Federal Offshore Gulf of Mexico and could be significantly limited by inclement weather. Read More

DOE announces sale of Northeast gasoline supply reserve

The DOE's Office of Petroleum Reserves announced a solicitation for the sale and liquidation of 1 million barrels (42 million gallons) of gasoline in the Northeast Gasoline Supply Reserve. Read More

TPC Group pleads guilty to violating Clean Air Act, fined more than $30M for 2019 explosion

The company has agreed to pay over $30 million in criminal fines and civil penalties and spend approximately $80 million to improve its risk management program and improve safety issues at TPC Group’s Port Neches and Houston facilities. Read More

Firm building QatarEnergy-ExxonMobil LNG plant in Texas files for bankruptcy

Zachry Holdings said it faced cost challenges over a change order and billings schedule and it engaged in negotiations with Golden Pass LNG for additional funding without success, according to its filing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. Read More

Valuable Resources

• BIC Photos: TCEQ 2024 Environmental Trade Fair and Conference
• BIC Info: Precious metal catalysts: Refining vs. sale – it’s a no-brainer
• BIC Video: BIC's 16th Annual Crawfish Boil Recap
• Featured Segment: Tanks/Terminals/Storage

Upcoming Industry Events

• The EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Seminar - June 4-6, Galveston, TX

• 2024 TCC-TCA Awards Banquet - June 6, Galveston, TX

• Hydrogen Americas 2024 Summit & Exhibition - June 11-12, Washington D.C.

• Hydrogen and Ammonia Engineering & Construction Conference & Exhibition - June 25-26, Houston, TX

Top Jobs of the Week

• Business Development- Scaffolding - Baton Rouge, LA
• Industrial Sales - Mobile, AL
• VP of Operations, Innovation and Corporate Development - Houston, TX/Baton Rouge, LA
• Safety Officer - Pasadena, TX

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