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Sproule hires new Senior Energy Executive

Sproule, a global energy consulting firm that helps E&P companies, financial institutions and governments minimize risk and optimize business decisions, has announced the addition of a new Senior Energy Executive, Nelson Narciso Filho, to lead its business development efforts in Brazil.

BHP Billiton approves expenditure of $2.2 B

BHP Billiton has announced that the Board has approved expenditure of USD $2.2 billion for its share of the development of the Mad Dog Phase 2 project in the Gulf of Mexico.

LMI Custom Mixing expands with new mixer line

Ohio-based Lauren Manufacturing’s sister company, LMI Custom Mixing, LLC, has added a third mixing line to its operations that will help both companies meet long-term customer demands.

Viega debuts ProPress Zero Lead Ball Valves

Viega, whose US headquarters are located in Colorado, has introduced its line of Viega ProPress Zero Lead Ball Valve press x hose thread for copper fittings.

New appointments at Flowserve

Flowserve Corporation, which is headquartered in Texas and is a leading provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets, has announced that R.

ASCO expands Aiken facility

Emerson’s ASCO plant in Aiken, which produces solenoid and valve components, is getting an USD $8 million investment that will create about 86 new positions at the company.

Dixon Valve & Coupling acquires ADS

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company, a manufacturer and supplier of hose fittings and accessories, has announced the acquisition of Automated Design Services Inc.

Peterson signs agreement with Port Cameron

Leading international energy logistics provider Peterson has signed a teaming partnership agreement with Port Cameron LLC, to develop a port and supply base facility in the Gulf of Mexico.

AFPM announces appointments

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) have announced that Robert McArver has joined the association as Vice President of Petrochemicals and Don Thoren has been promoted to Vice President of State and Local Outreach.

Petrofac secures BP maintenance contract

Petrofac, whose US headquarters are located in Houston, Texas, is set to build on its provision of maintenance services for BP following the award of a three-year extension to its existing contract in the North Sea.