The Main Column
The Main Column podcast, brought to you by Hydrocarbon Processing, is the premier audio destination for professionals in the downstream oil and gas industry. Each episode covers critical topics such as technology advancements, sustainability, energy transition, and operational excellence. Featuring expert interviews and high listener engagement, the podcast offers thought-provoking discussions that enhance understanding and drive industry innovation. It serves as an essential resource for staying ahead of industry news, deepening professional knowledge, and exploring emerging technologies and strategies for sustainability and efficiency.
Episodes
Crude upgrading and plastics recycling: A technical discussion with Aduro Clean Technologies
In this episode, we explore Aduro Clean Technologies' innovative approach to hydrocarbon processing, focusing on waste plastics recycling and heavy crude upgrading. Guest Eric Appelman shares insights into their unique technology, recent advancements and future plans.
Navigating the energy transition: Decarbonization, digitalization, workforce development and supply chains
In this episode, Ernesto Guevara, Director of Sustainability Business Development, Ebara Elliott Energy, discusses sustainability and decarbonization in the energy sector. He explores the three pillars of decarbonization, and the importance of digitalization and workforce development in adapting to new energy technologies. The conversation also highlights the emerging markets of low-carbon ammonia
Digital transformation: Combining physics-based models with AI to optimize operations
In this episode, industry experts Eissa Alnatter, Digital Business Development Manager - MENA, Lummus Digital; and Kapil Bakshi, Strategic Advisor, Lummus Digital, discuss the importance of combining physics-based models with AI for optimizing petrochemical operations, the challenges of data quality and strategies for successful digital transformation in the energy sector.
How industrial AI Is transforming asset performance management
In this episode, Nithiya Parameswaran, VP of Product Management at Emerson | AspenTech, discusses how Industrial AI is reshaping Asset Performance Management, moving it beyond traditional monitoring toward predictive insights, faster maintenance action, and greater scalability across the enterprise.
How catalysts turn refinery off-gas streams into valuable products--Part 1
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Holli Garrett, Global Product Manager, Ethylene, at Clariant Catalysts to discuss the evolution of refinery off-gas treatment, and how those gases are creating value.
Bolted Flange Joint Certification: A paramount industry standard and safety measure
This episode explores the development and importance of the new API bolted flange joint (BFJ) certification program, featuring insights from industry experts Andri Orphanides, Director of Individual Certification Programs, API, and Andy Smith, Director of Training, VSP Technologies. Learn about the BFJ certification program, the certification process, and industry impact and importance of bolted f
Protecting polyolefin catalysts through advanced feed purification
This episode features Manuel Pfanzelt, Global New Project Manager, Clariant, discussing the critical importance of feed purification and catalyst protection in polyolefin production. Learn about innovative solutions, industry trends and how tailored purification strategies can enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
The future of industrial operations: AI and enterprise optimization
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Claudio Fayad, Chief Technology Officer, AspenTech, about the future of industrial operations, AI integration and recent product innovations. We explore how enterprise-wide optimization, AI and data strategies are transforming the refining and petrochemicals industries.
Decarbonizing industry: Strategies and technologies discussion with the former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy
In this episode, Charles McConnell, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy, discusses the evolution of carbon capture, utilization,and storage (CCUS), its market dynamics in the U.S. and Europe, and the future of energy transition investments. Insights include the importance of monetizing CO2, industry decarbonization strategies, and technological innovations in monitoring and reporting.
Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
In this episode, we sat down with Johnson Matthey’s U.S. President, Krista Johnson, to break down how the company is driving modern energy innovation. From emissions breakthroughs to platinum-powered clean tech, this conversation challenges the idea of energy transition and reframes it as something bigger: transformation.
Why do equipment failures persist? The answer lies in the three pillars of reliability
This episode explores the persistent challenge of equipment failures in the hydrocarbon processing industry. It emphasizes the importance of the three pillars of reliability—design it right, operate it right and maintain it right—and discusses how a holistic approach can lead to safer, more efficient and more profitable operations.
Procurement's blind spot: Rethinking vendor selection in EPC projects
This episode explores the critical importance of rethinking vendor selection in EPC projects by shifting focus from purchase order value to the comprehensive cost of ownership, emphasizing long-term value and strategic procurement.
Live from AFPM Annual: Key strategies to help prevent major incidents in refineries
In this episode, live from the AFPM Annual Meeting, Marcelo Carugo, Senior Director, Global Refining Market Strategy and Industry Leadership, Emerson, discusses safety vulnerabilities in modern refining operations, emphasizing the importance of monitoring weak signals, leveraging new technologies and proactive safety strategies to prevent incidents.
Live from AFPM Annual: How Chevron Lummus Global is revolutionizing hydrocarbon processing with integrated solutions
In this episode, Live from the AFPM Annual Meeting, Arun Arora, CTO of Chevron Lummus Global, discusses innovative catalyst portfolios, future-proofing assets with advanced technologies and sustainable solutions in hydrocarbon processing. Gain insights into how CLG is leading industry transformation with integrated solutions, digital advancements and processing technologies.
Live from AFPM Annual: How digital technologies are shaping the global energy industry
In this episode, live from the AFPM Annual Meeting, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Ken West, President and CEO, Honeywell Process Technology, to discuss the latest trends in energy, refining and the industry's digital transformation. Mr. West shares insights on industry shifts, technological innovations, knowledge transfer, AI and strategic directions shaping the future of energy production
Live from AFPM Annual: Reducing emissions with advanced gasket technology
In this episode, Live from AFPM's Annual Meeting, Myron Bockholt, Director of Strategic Accounts-Chemical, LGG Industrial, discusses innovative sealing solutions, U.S. EPA emissions regulations and how their products help refineries reduce fugitive emissions. Gain insights into gasket technology, installation best practices and industry standards.
Live from AFPM Annual: Technologies for increasing profits by refining lower-value feedstocks
In this episode, Live from the AFPM Annual Meeting, Vic Scalco, Global Commercial Strategic Senior Manager, Gulftronics, discusses innovative technologies for refining industry profit enhancement, focusing on slurry clarification, dielectric separation and market applications.
The future of process automation: AI, cloud and cybersecurity
In this episode, Jim Masso, President and CEO of Honeywell Process Automation, discusses the transformative impact of AI and digital technologies in the energy and process industries. Topics include AI applications, workforce upskilling, cybersecurity and future industry trends.
Optimizing megaprojects with globally distributed teams
This episode explores strategies for optimizing project management efficiency in megaprojects with globally distributed teams. It covers challenges like communication barriers, technological fragmentation and stakeholder coordination, and presents practical solutions including digital tools, hybrid methodologies and real-world case studies.
Fueling the future: The essential role of biofuels in driving sustainable mobility
This episode explores the vital role of biofuels in achieving sustainable mobility, emphasizing their compatibility with existing infrastructure, technological advancements and global impact.
Leverage advanced analytics to drive productivity and augment process expertise
This episode discusses the transformative impact of advanced analytics in the oil and gas sector, highlighting its role in enhancing productivity, optimizing processes and driving operational excellence. The conversation covers the data revolution in the industry, various applications of analytics, implementation strategies and case studies demonstrating successful optimization in refinery operati
Seal-less pump technology in syngas, ammonia and next-gen energy applications
This episode features a conversation with Michael Sadoski, Sales Engineer at Hayward Tyler, a 200-yr-old UK-based specialty pump and motor manufacturer. Sadoski breaks down how motor pump technology improves safety, reliability and lifecycle costs compared with traditional sealed and mag-drive pumps—particularly in high-pressure, high-temperature and hazardous applications. The discussion covers r
The real cost of eFuels: Closing the gap with fossil fuels through technology, location and policy
This podcast episode discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with e-fuels as a viable alternative to fossil fuels in the decarbonization of global transport. It highlights the economic, technological, and policy-related factors that influence the production and scalability of e-fuels, emphasizing the importance of location and integration of various stakeholders in the process.
A breakthrough in styrene catalyst technology: An interview with Dr. Wolf Spaether of Clariant
In this episode, Dr. Wolf Spaether, Global Head of Product Management and Strategic Marketing for Ethylene, Clariant, discusses the groundbreaking StyroMax UL100 catalyst, which revolutionizes styrene monomer production by achieving unprecedented low steam-to-oil ratios. The conversation covers the significance of styrene in the petrochemical industry, the technical challenges in developing this c
Revolutionizing power systems: The future of load smoothing, a discussion with Siemens Energy
In this episode, Danny Clayton, Director of Sales for Electrification, Automation and Digitalization, and Bjørn Rasch, Head of Technology Management for Electrification, Automation and Digitalization, both from Siemens Energy. discuss the challenges and innovations in power systems, particularly focusing on load smoothing and stabilization in data centers. They delve into Siemens Energy's Blue Vau
Revolutionizing operations: AI's Impact on the processing industry
From our sister publication World Oil, this episode features Greg Trostel and Gil Cohen discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the energy industry, particularly focusing on optimization in process industries. They explore the journey of Imubit, the importance of education in AI, and how AI can enhance decision-making and operational strategies. The conversation also touches
Decarbonizing industry: The intersection of AI and natural gas
In this conversation, Devin Pillay, Global Segment President for Heavy Industries at Schneider Electric, discusses the critical intersection of AI and natural gas, emphasizing the need for responsible energy management and decarbonization. He highlights the importance of efficiency as a pathway to sustainability and explores global perspectives on energy transition, particularly in Europe and the
How valves technologies can enhance operations: A discussion with Clint Schneider of Emerson
In this episode, Clint Schneider, Vice President of Fisher Instruments, Emerson Flow Controls, discusses how the latest valve technologies can enhance plant operations, efficiencies and sustainability.
Transforming oil and gas operations using AI: A discussion with the CEO of AIQ, Dennis Joel
Dennis Joel, CEO, AIQ, discusses the transformative role of AI in the energy sector, particularly in optimizing operations and enhancing sustainability. He highlights AIQ's collaboration with ADNOC and other global partners to develop innovative solutions that redefine industry roles and improve efficiency. The discussion also touches on the future of AI in oil and gas, emphasizing the potential f
Digital technologies and the evolving energy landscape: A discussion with Schneider Electric
In this conversation, Amit Kar, Digital Solutions Leader (Global) at Schneider Electric, discusses the company's role in energy management and automation, particularly in the energy and chemical sectors. He highlights the importance of digital solutions, efficiency and autonomous operations in adapting to the evolving energy landscape. Kar emphasizes the need for organizations to embrace change an
Unpacking the energy transition through syngas innovation
In this episode, we explore the rapidly evolving world of energy transition through the lens of syngas innovation. Grant Grothen from Burns Mcdonnell shares insights about their work in advancing infrastructure and energy solutions, and how syngas plays a pivotal role in shaping a more resilient, low-carbon future. We discuss the long-term outlook for syngas versus conventional natural gas, examin
Refining flexibility: The future of sustainable operations, a discussion with Technip Energies
In this conversation, live from ADIPEC, Sylvain Cabalery, Senior Vice President Sustainable Fuels, Chemicals and Circularity, Technip Energies, discusses the future of refineries, emphasizing the need for flexibility and sustainability. He highlights the importance of co-processing sustainable fuels, optimizing hydrogen solutions and implementing carbon capture technologies to reduce carbon footpr
Building opportunity: Women’s impact in refining and petrochemicals
In this episode, Amy Rouse, Business Development Manager for Turner Industries, discusses the evolving role of women in the refining and petrochemical industry, the opportunities available, the challenges faced and advice for women entering the field. Amy shares her personal journey and insights on the importance of community involvement and continuous learning in the industry.
India’s Ultra Mega gasification project: Transforming coal into clean feedstock
In this episode, we sat down with Balasaheb Darade, to dive into the vision, strategy and engineering behind the “Ultra Mega” gasification project being developed by New Era Cleantech in Maharashtra, India. We explore how the company is tackling one of the most ambitious industrial decarbonization efforts in the region, transforming coal into syngas and value-added chemicals while integrating carb
The gasification advantage: Building the bridge to low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia
In this episode, Karsten Radtke, Global Head of Technical Sales for thyssenkrupp Uhde joins us to discuss how gasification, blue hydrogen and ammonia are reshaping the path toward industrial decarbonization. Karsten explains how syngas serves as a crucial bridge between today’s fossil-based systems and tomorrow’s hydrogen-powered economy, and how modern gasification processes enable the efficient
The energy transition: How digital technologies are changing the game in decarbonization
Joe McMullen, Oil and Gas Energy Transition Marketing Director, AVEVA, sat down with Hydrocarbon Processing to discuss various aspects of the energy transition, including what companies can do to prepare for it, how digital technologies are propelling decarbonization efforts forward and how organizations can future-proof their operations.
Why structural performance management is vital to optimizing plant performance
On this episode, Dr. Claus Reimers, Chief Technology Officer, Akselos, discusses the challenges in the disconnect between integrity, reliability and operations departments, and how structural performance management and concepts such as "agent AI" and "uber agent" can optimize operations and connect disparate plant systems.
The future of chemical plastics recycling: A discussion with Aduro Clean Technologies
On this episode, Eric Appelman, Chief Revenue Officer, Aduro Clean Technologies, discusses new regulations and challenges around mechanical and chemical plastics recycling, as well as the progress his company is making in developing a novel chemical recycling process technology.
Live from the AFPM Summit: The next disruption, how digital technologies are changing the game in refining and petrochemical operations
Live from the AFPM Summit, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Constantine Lau, Global Director, Energy and Chemicals, Schneider Electric and Matt Henderson, Triconex Business Development Director, U.S., Schneider Electric to discuss how digital technologies (e.g., AI, operator training simulators, digital twins, machine learning, advanced process control, among others) are advancing and optimizi
Live from the AFPM Summit: Optimizing FCC processing in high iron environments with a novel catalyst
Live from the AFPM Summit, David Leach, Vice President and General Manager-FCC, Ketjen, discusses the challenges refiners are experiencing, especially when processing heavier feeds. This includes implications of metal contamination in FCC unit performance, as well as a new catalyst technology that provides refiners flexibility and enhanced efficiency when processing opportunity/heavier crudes.
Advancements in catalyst technologies: How Clariant's Plus series is optimizing processing operations
Nennette Richard-Jordan, Head of Sales Syngas Americas, Clariant, discusses several new catalyst technologies in the company's Plus series, including ReforMax LDP Plus, ShfitMax 217 Plus and AmoMax 10 Plus, and how these catalysts optimize processing operations.
Live from the AFPM Summit: Examining wet reflux, a deep dive with Baker Hughes
On this episode, recorded live at the AFPM Summit, Joel Lack, Senior Application Engineer, Baker Hughes, discusses wet reflux, including what it is, why it is a concern and how refiners can mitigate it.
Live from the AFPM Summit: The U.S. renewable fuel standard--Concerns, costs and a better pathway
In this episode, Leslie Bellas, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), discusses the U.S. EPA's recent RFS proposal, including costs, feedstock challenges and a simple change to cut regulatory costs, among other items.
Managing the energy transition: Microgrids play a key role
Unplanned shutdowns are always challenging for large industrial facilities. For decades, many energy-intensive industries have relied on costly backup generators to provide emergency power during outages. However, companies are now looking to a new, more reliable technology: microgrids.
Clean fuels: Biomass gasification and a route to decarbonizing transportation and chemicals, a discussion with SunGas Renewable
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Cliff Keeler, Vice President, Business Development, SunGas Renewables, to discuss his company's $2-B Beaver Lake Renewable Energy green methanol project, as well as the use of biomass gasification as a pathway to produce clean fuels for the shipping, aviation, chemicals and industrial sectors.
Achieving operational excellence with real-time visibility in chemical supply chains
This episode will outline the key benefits of real-time visibility, the technology making it possible and the trends shaping the future of chemical supply chains.
WGLC Podcast Series: Empowered to lead--Building confidence, careers and community
In the debut episode of the WGLC Podcast Series: Empowered to Lead, Conference Director Rachel McGhie sits down with Lauren Levicki Courville, President of Dress for Success Houston, to explore what empowerment looks like for women navigating economic independence, career growth and leadership. Lauren shares the incredible work of DFS Houston—an organization that has impacted close to 50,000 women
Reactor optimization: Technologies and models used to boost processing efficiencies
Leslie Johnson, Technical Service Manager, Crystaphase, sat down with Hydrocarbon Processing to address reactor optimization, including recognizing and addressing bed movements, and new technologies and models being used to boost reactor efficiency.
AI, sustainability and technology: Unlocking innovations in operations, process optimization and biofuels
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Rajesh Gattupalli, President and CEO, Honeywell UOP, to discuss operational efficiency and profitability in refining and petrochemical operations. This includes various topics such as AI-driven tools that increase unit uptime and throughput, SAF production and adoption, emissions mitigation, digital tools shaping the workforce of the future, and much more.
Eliminating corrosion under insulation via advanced thermal insulative coatings
Can a coating system eliminate corrosion under insulation (CUI)? In this episode, Neil Wilds, Global Product Director of CUI and Testing, Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine, discusses how thermal coating solutions can mitigate, and possibly eliminate, CUI in operations.
Cybersecurity: Advancing security measures to protect vital infrastructure
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Nav Sharma, Director of Product Management, Cybersecurity, Honeywell, on safeguarding assets from cyber attacks. This includes behavioral analytics and deception technologies, and what a truly proactive cyber defense system looks like in OT environments.
eFuels: How Arcadia eFuels is shaping the production of sustainable drop-in fuels
Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Amy Hebert, CEO, Arcadia eFuels, regarding her organizations development of multiple eFuel plants in Europe and the U.S. In this episode, Ms. Hebert discusses the scope of these facilities, current status, technology, drop-in performance for these produce fuels, as well as her keynote address at Hydrocarbon Processing's IRPC event in early October, and much more.
Digital transformation: How the processing industries are utilizing digital technologies to optimize all aspects of their operations and workforce
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Pramesh Maheshwari, President and CEO, Honeywell Process Solutions, on various aspects of the processing industry's digital transformation. This includes adoption, AI, predictive operations and maintenance, advanced process control, cybersecurity, building the digital workforce of the future, and much more.
Digital adoption: How the processing industries are utilizing data and AI for more sustainable, profitable and safer operations
On this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Vikas Dhole, Senior Vice President, Product Management, Emerson's Aspen Technology business on the current and future state of digital technologies adoption in the processing industries. This includes the use of AI, sustainability and getting the most operational value out of vast amounts of data, among other topics.
Scaling up through demo plants: Mitigating risks associated with new technologies
In this episode, Fabian Lambert, Technology Development Manager, Axens, discusses the main risks associated in developing new technologies, how demo units are utilized in scaling up new industrial technologies, and various approaches to innovation and risk management with industry partners.
The future of turbomachinery: Testing, emissions mitigation, increased uptime and more efficient operations
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Marybeth McBain and Shane Harvey, Ebara Elliott Energy, to discuss their organizations new testing facility (can test electrical equipment up to 100 MW), new ways turbomachinery can mitigate emissions from industrial operations and much more.
Live from Emerson Exchange: Advancing digital technologies to combat corrosion
In this special episode, live from Emerson Exchange, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Marcelo Carugo, Vice President of Industry Solution Consulting and Customer Success and Doug Cooper, Director, Product Management, both from Emerson, to discuss new digital pathways and solutions for managing corrosion in the global refining industry.
Enhancing rotating equipment reliability: Implementing a bad actor program in the oil and gas industry
This episode explores the implementation of a bad actors program at Saudi Aramco's Yanbu NGL fractionation department, focusing on rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines and motors.
Global refining analysis: Projects and initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region
Part 2 of Hydrocarbon Processing's global refining analysis focuses on the Asia-Pacific region. This episode details major initiatives that are leading to additional capital expenditures for refining capacity additions, including the ability to satisfy domestic fuel demand, higher biofeedstock blending, increasing SAF production, the inclusion of petrochemical units in existing refining infrastruc
Live at AFPM: How AI is enhancing safety at plant sites, a discussion with Detect Technologies
On this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing speaks with Daniel Raj David, CEO, and Doug Stephens, Head of Sales, of Detect Technologies on how artificial intelligence is being used to stay ahead of emerging threats in the oil and gas industry, including managing safety fatigue, utilizing data for operational decision-making, and much more.
Global refining analysis: Project numbers and future builds
In this latest series, Hydrocarbon Processing will analyze the global refining industry. This first episode provides a breakdown of active projects globally, current capital spending on refining projects, and future distillation and secondary unit capacity additions.
Live at AFPM: The future of U.S. refining, a discussion with Honeywell UOP
In this episode, live from AFPM's Annual Meeting, Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Keith Couch, Senior Director, Business Development & Integrated Projects, Honeywell UOP, about the current and future state of the U.S. refining sector, projects emerging over the next few years, light naphtha production/exports and crude-to-chemicals technologies.
Industrial AI: The game-changer in fast-tracking the energy sector's digital transformation
Hany Fouda, Senior Vice President, Process Automation, Schneider Electric, dives deep into industrial artificial intelligence (AI), including the state of the processing sector's adoption of AI, how the industry can accelerate the adoption of digital technologies, benefits/barriers to embracing digital transformation and the future of AI, among much more.
Ethylene: Global outlook and boosting efficiency/sustainability, a discussion with Technip Energies-Part 2
On this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing continues its discussion with Bruno Destour, Ethylene Licensing Manager for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Technip Energies. In this episode, MR. Destour dives deep into Technip Energies' ethylene technologies, how traditional ethylene production be revamped or retrofitted to reduce carbon footprint, and a look at several ethylene projects currently in
Live from the Pumps and Valves show: The latest tech in optimizing fluid/gas flow
Live from the Pumps and Valves show in Dortmund, Germany, this compilation features some of the latest fluid/gas flow technologies from companies such as Zwick, Distran and Leistritz.
Live at AFPM: Plastic waste and domestic chemicals policy: A discussion with AFPM's Rob Benedict
Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Rob Benedict, Vice President, Petrochemicals and Midstream, AFPM, about the most pressing issues facing the petrochemical industry, from the status of the UN negotiations for a Global Agreement on Plastic Pollution to the reauthorization of the Toxic Substance Control Act.
Ethylene: Global outlook and boosting efficiency/sustainability, a discussion with Technip Energies-Part 1
In this two-part series, Hydrocarbon Processing sits down with Bruno Destour, Ethylene Licensing Manager, Technip Energies, to discuss various aspects of ethylene production. Part 1 dives into Technip Energies' outlook on the global ethylene market, as well as ways that ethylene production can be done more efficiently and sustainably.
Women in Leadership: A discussion with Carol Lloyd, Vice President, Planning and Stewardship, ExxonMobil
Continuing with Gulf Energy Information's Women in Leadership series, we welcome Carol Lloyd, Vice President, Planning and Stewardship, ExxonMobil. In this episode, Ms. Lloyd discusses various aspects of her respected career, including mentorship, building a professional network, increasing credibility and influence within an organization, and other aspects of being a leader in the energy industry
Converting gas or biomass to gasoline through a novel technology: A discussion with Verde Clean Fuels' CEO Ernie Miller
On this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Ernie Miller, CEO, Verde Clean Fuels, to dive deep into the company's STG+ technology, which converts natural gas or biomass to gasoline.
Capturing carbon to use as a sustainable petrochemical feedstock: A discussion with Celanese
Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Kevin Norfleet, Global Sustainability Director, Celanese, on a new project to capture carbon and utilize it to produce methanol at the company's JV facility in Texas (U.S.), Fairway Methanol.
Trump's impact on global energy markets
In this episode, adapted from the Gulf Energy Information webcast, the editors of World Oil, Petroleum Economist, Pipeline & Gas Journal, Hydrogen Economist and Hydrocarbon Processing discuss how Trump's incoming administration will shape global energy markets and the effects of future policy and regulations. Key topics include regulatory changes, adjustments in subsidies and taxes, and potent
Live from Valve World: The latest in valve and actuator technologies
In this episode, Live from Valve World, Hydrocarbon Processing speaks with Siemens, Zwick Valves and Hoerbiger on some of their latest valve and actuator technologies.
Live from Valve World: Next-generation valve technology-A conversation with Knut Riegel of Emerson
In this episode, live from Valve World, Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Knut Riegel, Senior Sales Manager, Emerson, about their organization's new K-LOK Series 38 high-performance butterfly valve. Mr. Riegel dives into the valve's use in the global chemical industry, the need for its development and usage benefits.
Advancing chemical recycling of plastics: A discussion with Neste
In this episode, Andreas Teir, Head of Chemical Recycling, Neste, and Outi Teras, Lead Technology Commercialization, Neste, dive deep into advanced/chemical recycling of plastics, including challenges, advancements, the future of chemical recycling technologies and their work with modular plastic waste liquefaction plants.
LNG and Blue hydrogen: Exploring Technip Energies' low-carbon business line
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Mario Tommaselli, Senior Vice President of Gas and Low Carbon Energies at Technip Energies. Mario discussed Technip's gas and low-carbon business line, which includes blue hydrogen, its offshore business that is related to LNG and much more.
Petrochemicals: Decarbonization and circularity, a discussion with Amanda Martin of the Global Impact Coalition
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing speaks with Amanda Martin, Global Communications Lead, Global Impact Coalition, to discuss how her organization is working with some of the largest petrochemical/chemical producers to reduce carbon emissions and facilitate circularity in the global petrochemicals sector.
Less steam, more styrene: The benefits of ribbed-shaped catalysts for ethylbenzene dehydrogenation
In this episode, Michael Balakos, Technology Advisor, Styrene, Clariant, dives deep into styrene production, including its importance, how it is produced and challenges in production. Mr. Balakos also provides insight on how Clariant's ribbed-shaped StyroMax™ catalyst optimizes performance, lowers pressure drop and reduces steam consumption.
Live at ADIPEC: Generative AI, visualization and digital twins, advancing the energy transition and value chains
Hydrocarbon Processing met with Rob McGreevy, Chief Product Officer, AVEVA, at ADIPEC. In this episode, Mr. McGreevy details how digital technologies-such as generative AI, visualization and digital twins-can/are being used to decarbonize the energy sector and optimize oil, gas and energy value chains.
Women in Leadership: A discussion with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation
Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, a
AI agents: Using data and AI to boost efficiencies and optimize operations, a conversation with Francois Laborie of Cognite
In this episode, live from ADIPEC, Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Francois Laborie, Executive Vice President Strategic Projects, Cognite, to discuss how downstream operators can utilize data, artificial intelligence (AI), AI agents and other digital technologies to improve operational efficiencies, optimize production processes and energy efficiency, and much more. This includes benefits, ch
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