October 20, 2026

 

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Construction begins on $399M Hut 8 data center near Corpus Christi

A highly watched AI data center project in Nueces County recently started construction between Robstown and Calallen, in South Texas.

Managing PFAS and AFFF: End-to-end solutions for industrial operations

For refineries, chemical plants, terminals, manufacturing facilities and aviation operations, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are both an environmental concern and an operational risk.

 
 

Venture Global plans 10 GW of AI data-center power with GE Vernova, Baker Hughes

Venture Global, Inc. announced it has entered into power and grid frame agreements with GE Vernova and Baker Hughes for up to 16 new, 720 MW power island units and associated power transformer equipment, supporting the continued expansion of its existing behind-the-meter, Island-Mode industrial power network that is not reliant on the grid.

Protection starts with the right partner

Our role doesn’t stop when the uniform is selected. We work alongside our partners to support their FR programs with service, expertise and resources that help make complex decisions easier.

 
 

Entergy Texas’ Orange County Advanced Power Station begins operations

Entergy Texas officially placed its Orange County Advanced Power Station into service, adding a new source of around-the-clock power to help meet the growing energy needs across Southeast Texas.

NeuVentus expands Texas natural gas storage project with 35-mile pipeline

NeuVentus, LLC, an Austin-based energy delivery infrastructure developer, announced an expanded scope for the initial natural gas storage phase of its Texas Reliability Underground salt cavern storage project in Liberty County, Texas, along the Texas-Louisiana border. 

 
 

LGH expands customer support with new lift planning services

LGH’s lift planning services help customers prepare for complex lifts with detailed rigging configuration drawings and equipment selection support. By identifying load distribution, headroom requirements and rigging arrangements before mobilization, LGH helps crews reduce jobsite surprises, improve coordination and execute safer, more efficient lifts with the right specialized rental equipment.

 

Valuable Resources

  • BIC Attends: Gulf Coast Industry Forum 2026

  • BIC Webinar: The ALTAIR io™ 6 Multigas Detector: The ultimate sampling tool
  • BIC Videos:  David Cresson on building connections that support Louisiana industry
  • Featured Content: Integrated asset integrity: A tale of two winters
 

Upcoming Industry Events

  • FABTECH Expo 2026 - October 21-23 - Las Vegas, NV
  • SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition 2026 - October 21-23 - Houston, TX

  • 2026 HASC Cornhole Classic - October 22 - Port Arthur, TX
  • Industrial Procurement Forum - November 5 - Pasadena, TX

Top Jobs of the Week

  • VP of Estimating - Houston, TX
  • Industrial Electrical Superintendent - Houston, TX
  • Piping Superintendent - Houston, TX
  • Director of Operations - Baton Rouge, LA
 

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