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Gas
Gas | 13 May 2020

APAC LNG companies revisiting strategies to tackle economic slowdown fueled by COVID-19

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by the world’s top three consumers – Japan, China and South Korea, and other Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries such as India have taken a hit due to reduced demand and economic slowdown fueled by the COVID-19 outbreak.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

COVID-19: Self-reliant India is the only way forward

Narendra Modi's Rs. 20 lakh crore announcement for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' needs to be quickly followed with announcement of supply chain reforms, rational tax system, transparent laws, zero corruption regime and strong financial and technology backing for building the manufacturing and services ecosystem

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

Mitsui Chemicals and Nagoya University starts developing New 3D-Printed Mask

The new mask’s key feature is the fact that it not only filters out viral particles but also can be reused. The mask consists of a reusable body and a disposable filter.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

PM calls for Atmanirbhar Bharat; Announces Rs. 20 Lakh Cr package

This economic package taken together with earlier announcements by the government during COVID crisis and decisions taken by RBI is to the tune of Rs. 20 lakh crore, which is equivalent to almost 10% of India’s GDP.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

HIL (India) eying big orders from African countries

HIL has written a letter to 10 southern African Development Community (SADC) for supply of DDT in view of a warning issued by the World Health Organisation about an increase in Malaria cases in the region in coming months.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

NOVA Chemicals and Enerkem collaborate on advanced recycling technology for plastics

The joint research seeks new way to reduce waste to landfill and drive zero plastic waste.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

Petrofac secures new contracts from BP

Petrofac is set to build on its provision of digitally enhanced services for BP, following the award of a three-year extension to its existing maintenance contract and a new four-year metering contract.

Gas
Gas | 12 May 2020

Evonik and Beiersdorf to jointly research on using artificial photosynthesis tech for care products

Its aim is to develop sustainable raw materials for care products, using carbon dioxide (CO2) as the starting material.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Valmet to supply ash crystallizer plant to L.D. Celulose in Brazil

The order was included in Valmet's orders received of the first quarter 2020. The value of the order is not disclosed. The value of a delivery of this size and scope is typically around EUR 10-15 million.

Gas
Gas | 12 May 2020

Wartsila delivers regasification modules for China’s first new built LNG FSRU

The vessel, the ‘Transgas Power’, was built at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard in Shanghai for Greek operator Dynagas.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

AkzoNobel India resumes operations

In accordance with guidelines issued by central and state government authorities, AkzoNobel India Limited has obtained approvals for resuming operations in specific zones where restrictions have been lifted.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Tata Chemicals resumes operations

While resuming operations, Tata Chemicals is ensuring compliance with the directives issued by the authorities in this regard and is continuing to take various measures to ensure the safety and well being of all its employees and stakeholders.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Godrej Agrovet Agrochemical Q4 grows 48%

For FY 2019-20, the growth was 3.3% and its overall revenue was Rs. 567.7 crore whereas segment result was down by 3.9% and reached Rs. 153.8 crore.

Technology
Technology | 11 May 2020

China’s largest petrochemical port commences operations

Sinopec Corp. has put China’s largest petrochemical port into operation with the successful docking and unloading of the New Renown, a VLCC from the Middle East.

Gas
Gas | 11 May 2020

Petrofac secures renewal orders worth US$100 mn for oil & gas project in UK

The awards, gained under a competitive tender process with an international oil company, involve the provision of duty holder support services for an offshore support vessel, and operations and maintenance services for an oil and gas development project and gas terminal.

Gas
Gas | 11 May 2020

ONGC losses on gas business to widen to Rs 6,000 cr in FY21

ONGC has seen incurring losses on the 65 million standard cubic meters per day of gas it produces from domestic fields shortly after the government in November 2014 introduced a new gas pricing formula that had "inherent limitations" as it was based on pricing hubs of gas surplus countries such as the US, Canada, and Russia.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 11 May 2020

China’s pre-FID petrochem projects at stake amid uncertainty due to COVID-19 outbreak

Reduced demand due to COVID-19 outbreak and the subsequent economic slowdown have forced China’s petrochemical players to re-work on their investment strategies.

Chemical
Chemical | 11 May 2020

Tecnimont awarded $550 mn contract for a new ammonia plant in Egypt

The scope of work includes full Engineering, Procurement and Construction activities.

Chemical
Chemical | 11 May 2020

National Fertilizers sales jumped 71% in April 2020

Despite the stringent restrictions in the country due to COVID-19 lockdown, the company recorded fertilizer sales of 3.62 lakh MT in April' 20 compared to 2.12 lakh MT in the same period last year.

Chemical
Chemical | 09 May 2020

India to finalise new chemical accidents rules & regulations soon

The objective of MSIHC Rules is to prevent major chemical accidents arising from industrial activities and limit the effects of chemical (industrial) accidents.

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