.July 29, 2025

 

 

Natural gas price volatility fell over the first half of 2025

According to the EIA, at the end of the first quarter of 2025, U.S. Lower 48 natural gas storage volumes were 4% lower than the five-year average.

The Shaw Group expands capabilities to meet new industry demands

As demand increases and project timelines become tighter, engineering and construction partners face growing pressure to deliver higher-performing systems with fewer resources within shorter schedules.

 

U.S. LNG producers soar as EU agrees to $750B in energy purchases

Liquefied natural gas developers led gains for U.S. energy companies in premarket trading, after the European Union pledged $750 billion worth in strategic purchases as part of a sweeping trade pact.

Veolia acquires Chameleon Industries, expands its circular economy solutions

Veolia announced that it has completed the acquisition of Chameleon Industries, a Texas-based producer of specialty chemicals.

 

CenterPoint Energy to implement $53B in investments to support Houston's growth and critical resiliency work

CenterPoint's accelerated hiring efforts will support historic energy investments over the next 10 years and help the Greater Houston area meet the rapidly growing demand for local electric workers.

Chevron cuts 575 jobs in Houston after closing Hess acquisition

According to a Texas Workforce Commission filing dated July 18, the U.S. energy major laid off the employees when its takeover of Hess was officially completed. The reductions will take effect on September 26, according to the notice.

 

2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

For over a century, diverse professionals have relied on this safety event for cutting-edge technology, valuable education, networking opportunities and proven products and services essential for staying competitive in the industry.

Valuable Resources

  • BIC Attends: Industrial Procurement Breakfast Forum

  • BIC Webinar: How integrated EHS solutions improve safety and replace spreadsheets
  • BIC Video: The VPPPA Safety+ Symposium is shaping the future of workplace safety
  • Featured Content: Explosion-resistant buildings: Understanding safety and protection
 

Upcoming Industry Events

  • Women's Leadership Luncheon 2025 - July 30, Pasadena, TX

  • 2025 SAIA Annual Convention & Exposition - August 5-8, Fort Worth, TX

  • STAF 2025 Conference - August 7-8, Pasadena, TX
  • VPPPA’s 2025 Safety+ Symposium - August 11-14, St.Louis, MO
 

Top Jobs of the Week

  • Estimator - Houston, TX
  • Outside Sales - Houston, TX
  • Capital Projects Consultant - Houston, TX
  • VP of Operations - Houston, TX
 

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