Projects

Keep track with new project development across the globe in various sectors. We also cover existing projects (upgrades, extensions etc.).

Metso closing plant in York, PA

Metso is continuing to transform its mining business operations. The latest example is the announcement that the company will be closing of the manufacturing operations at the York, Pennsylvania, USA plant as of March 31, 2016.

ExxonMobil to expand US crude processing capacity

ExxonMobil will add flexibility to process light crudes at its Beaumont refinery, increasing production capacity by approximately 20,000 barrels per day. This expansion will further strengthen ExxonMobil’s integrated downstream portfolio in Southeast Texas.

Valve in Crane Lake being cleaned

A recent draw down of Crane Lake in Iron County, Missouri will allow USA staff to perform studies on the lake’s dam and containment structures. As well, a valve located at the bottom of the dam is also stuck and the draw down will allow for staff to repair this problem.

New report on industrial valves market

Industrial Market Research Reports has just published its latest report called Industrial Valves Market Research 2015. This new report aims to help people within the industry make decisions that are based on quantifiable projections.

Ifm efector opens US headquarters

This week, Mr. Roger Varma, CEO of ifm efector USA, participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the company’s new US headquarters in the Atwater Corporate Center in Pennsylvania. The new facility is approximately 45,000-square-foot building.

New pump & valve market report

Transparency Market Research has published a new report on the global pumps and valves market for the oil and gas industry. It is forecasted that the market will boom during 2023 because of increasing production of oil and gas.

Sabic considering shale gas investments

Saudi Basic Industries Corp., the world’s second-biggest chemicals manufacturer, plans to expand investment in US shale gas projects through joint ventures, according to acting Chief Executive Officer Yousef al Benyan.

Louisiana LNG Terminal expansion begins

Cheniere Energy Partners is proceeding with Train 5 of the Sabine Pass Liquefaction Project in Cameron Parish, LA, and has issued a notice to proceed with construction to Bechtel Oil, Gas and Chemicals, Inc.

Mexico pipeline boom

Last year, new laws in Mexico have made it easier for foreign companies to export gas to Mexico. There’s been more than $10 billion of planned or completed pipeline investments announced by companies such as Dallas-based Energy Transfer Partners LP.

North Dakota’s new pipeline proposals

The North Dakota Public Service Commission (PSC) has focused on several major oil pipeline projects critical to moving Bakken crude to market. The PSC early in the month flashed a green light for Hess Corp.