. February 6, 2024

 

 

Red Sea attacks increase shipping times and freight rates

After Yemen-based Houthi militia attacks on commercial ships transiting the Red Sea started in November 2023, some vessels began opting to avoid the Bab el-Mandeb chokepoint. Instead, they’re choosing to take longer, more costly routes. Read More

Keep your internals in top operating conditions

Designed for mass transfer and separation process requirements, tower internals work in demanding conditions, as they’re continuously exposed to temperature changes, pressure, erosion, corrosion and more.  Read More

 
 

ACC applauds congressional efforts to promote sound science and advance American innovation

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) applauded the introduction of legislation to strengthen the regulatory system and push back against the EPA in what ACC sees as flawed science in rulemaking.. Read More

DOE announces largest single investment for U.S. hydropower facilities

Using all available funding directed to the incentive, the selected improvements are anticipated to generate $468 million in combined federal and private investment.

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Deleks' Big Spring refinery selected by the DOE for carbon capture project

The project will deploy Svante Technologies Inc.'s second-generation carbon capture technology at the Delek Big Spring refinery's fluidized catalytic cracking unit, near the border of Texas and New Mexico. Read More

Formosa Plastics makes plans to move forward with $9.4B petrochemical complex

The Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned a lower court ruling, paving the way for Formosa Plastics' massive $9.4 billion petrochemical complex in St. James Parish. Read More

 

5th American LNG Forum

The 5th American LNG Forum will provide a platform for industry experts, thought leaders, and decision-makers to share their insights, experiences, and visions for the future. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge about LNG market dynamics, technological advancements, regulatory updates, and the role of LNG in the transition to a lower-carbon energy future. Register

Valuable Resources

  • BIC Photos: PowerGen International 2024
  • BIC Website: Regulations
  • BIC Video: AMECO's CEO on tackling labor market challenges and innovating industrial construction in 2024
  • BIC Website: Natural Gas/LNG
 

Top Jobs of the Week

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Shaft Alignment Tool

Maximize the performance of your rotating equipment with XT770. Align to ANSI tolerances, measure misalignment of horizontal and vertical machines including soft foot, track thermal growth and pipe strain, and document the results. Watch Video

 

Upcoming Industry Events

  • 2024 HASC Tailgate Extravaganza - Feb 9, Pasadena, TX

  • TCA's Sweethearts and Shotguns 2024 - Feb 22-23, Corpus Christi, TX

  • 5th American LNG Forum - Feb 26-27, Houston, TX

  • 4th American Hydrogen Forum - Feb 28-29, Houston, TX
 

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