Honeywell, Johnson Matthey, Gidara Energy and Samsung E&A form SAF technology alliance

Honeywell, Johnson Matthey, GIDARA Energy and SAMSUNG E&A announced the formation of a strategic technology alliance to bring a groundbreaking end-to-end global solution to market for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from biomass and municipal solid waste, as per Hydrocarbonprocessing.

The alliance brings together a wealth of diverse expertise and capabilities to help customers streamline the entire SAF production chain—from feedstock to final product.

By collaborating, the companies plan to introduce a new joint technology offering that leverages the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) production process and aims to unlock abundant, globally available feedstock options to help meet the growing demand for SAF and support energy security. The joint approach aims to expedite project timelines and provide customers with a single point of accountability for project execution and product guarantees, ensuring communication, coordination and reliability throughout the SAF production process.

With the resources of all four companies, the integrated and modular solution is expected to reduce the time between feasibility study and facility startup by more than 15% and can reduce capital expenditures by up to 10%.

The innovative solution the technology alliance plans to bring to market is a non-exclusive offering designed for customers wanting a full-service delivery.

Over the near-term, the collaboration aims to scale the use of gasification and FT SAF production methods, while enabling biomass and municipal solid waste to be used as feedstocks. As the SAF industry faces limits of traditional feedstocks, this production method is becoming increasingly important with the International Energy Agency reporting that biofuels produced from waste and nonfood energy crops will meet more than 40% of total biofuel demand by 2030.

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Jinggong Holding Group Co. Ltd., a Chinese industrial conglomerate, and Yokogawa Electric Corp., a leader in industrial control and automation, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to explore the possibility of new business development and market expansion through collaboration in manufacturing optimization, energy management and other fields, as per Hydrocarbonprocessing.

Through the partnership, the two companies will assess opportunities to optimize operations at Jinggong Group’s chemical recycling, high-performance fiber, and other plants by introducing AI autonomous control and other Yokogawa automation solutions. The agreement also includes the development of energy management systems for electrical power and other energy supply networks. Looking forward, the companies will consider rolling out the co-developed manufacturing technologies to other regions outside China.

As a specific project, Jinggong Technology, a subsidiary of Jinggong Group, and Yokogawa have signed a cooperation agreement for the joint development of an intelligent control system that leverages AI and other technologies for high-performance fiber production lines. This marks a substantial phase in their collaborative relationship in the fields of smart manufacturing and digital intelligence.

Sun Guo-Jun, CEO of Jinggong Group stated, “For many years, Jinggong Group has been dedicated to promoting industrial development through technological innovation in various fields such as chemical recycling, high-performance fiber, and other plants, achieving groundbreaking results. The collaboration with Yokogawa will maximize the accumulation of both companies' strengths and synergistic innovations, supporting the enhancement and upgrade of high-end manufacturing quality. We are confident that this partnership will promote the industry's development towards higher efficiency, environmental friendliness, and sustainability.”

Nobuyoshi Miyasaka, a VP, Executive Officer, and Head of Marketing Headquarters at Yokogawa, added, “We are excited to work with Jinggong Group as their technology and rapidly growing business fields strongly align with Yokogawa’s own sustainability goals regarding resource recycling and decarbonization. We look forward to collaborating closely on solutions that will make operations more efficient and autonomous.”

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Borouge Plc and ADNOC Logistics & Services Plc (ADNOC L&S) have entered a 15-yr strategic partnership that will support a significant increase in the production and export of petrochemicals from the UAE, said the company.

The mutually beneficial service agreement will deliver a minimum guaranteed value of $531 MM, supporting the next phase of Borouge’s accelerated growth plans, driving operational cost savings over the full contract term, realising more than $50 MM in cost savings and efficiencies in the first five years alone, and enhancing the company’s supply chain network.

The agreement covers port management, container handling, and feeder container ship services for the Borouge Container Terminal in Al Ruwais Industrial City, Abu Dhabi. ADNOC L&S will manage the transportation of up to 70% of Borouge’s annual production, which will increase significantly following the completion of the Borouge 4 plant expansion. ADNOC L&S will deploy a minimum of two dedicated container feeder ships to transport Borouge’s products from Al Ruwais to the deepwater ports of Jebel Ali in Dubai and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi.

Hazeem Sultan Al Suwaidi, CEO of Borouge, commented, “This agreement builds on our longstanding collaboration with ADNOC L&S, a partnership that has been instrumental in meeting the evolving needs of our customers in high-growth markets. It brings significant benefits to Borouge; driving substantial operational cost savings and enhancing our logistics variable cost (LVC), as well as complementing our existing rail operations and expanding the flexibility of our supply chain network. With the rapid increase in our production capacity, we are advancing our capabilities in delivering differentiated products and solutions efficiently, while keeping pace with rising global demand."

As Borouge plans to ramp up production capacity by 1.4 MMtpy by the end of 2026 through its Borouge 4 mega project, Borouge will become the world’s largest single-site polyolefin complex. The partnership with ADNOC L&S will further enhance Borouge’s supply chain efficiency as well as reinforcing ADNOC L&S’ commitment to delivering innovative, integrated supply chain solutions that enhance trade, strengthen industrial resilience, and support the UAE’s vision for economic diversification and global leadership.

Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO of ADNOC L&S, said, “This comprehensive container terminal agreement marks a major milestone in our successful partnership with Borouge, delivering on ADNOC L&S’ strategy to provide seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that power the UAE’s industrial growth and export ambitions. By leveraging our extensive maritime and logistics expertise, we are ensuring that Borouge’s world-class petrochemical products reach global markets efficiently and competitively.”

ADNOC L&S’ integrated logistics capabilities include managing container terminal operations, feeder services, and logistics solutions to meet increasing global demand. The agreement comes as ADNOC L&S continues to grow its international presence, providing comprehensive logistics solutions for global customers across various sectors.

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Russia's offline primary oil refining capacity expected in July has been revised up by 21% from the previous plan to 3.2 MM tonnes (t) due to adjustments to maintenance plans, according to calculations based on data from industry sources, as per Hydrocarbonprocessing.

In particular, the plans were affected by the TAIF-NK refinery, which will halt fuel production for a month of planned maintenance from June 15, according to three industry sources.

Offline primary oil refining capacity reached 3.2 MMt in May, while in June it is expected to be 3.1 MMt.

A rise in idle capacity means that refineries use less feedstock to produce fuel, potentially making more crude available for export.

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Industrial gas major Linde will build a second carbon dioxide liquefaction plant in Freeport, Texas, doubling its capacity in the region, said the company.

The plant will liquefy crude CO2 from ethylene glycol producer MEGlobal America’s Oyster Creek facility once operational in 2027.

Linde already supplies the Oyster Creek site with oxygen from its Freeport air separation unit.

Linde’s increased capacity will help meet growing demand for CO2 in several markets including the food and beverage, dry ice, and low carbon fuels markets.

Amer Akhras, Vice-President of the US South region at Linde, said the announcement underscores the company’s commitment to supporting industrial growth across the Gulf Coast.

The CO2 complex is the first liquefaction site of its kind in the US to receive the ISCC PLUS certification from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification.

A voluntary sustainability certificate, ISCC PLUS verifies the sustainability of various raw materials, including bio-based, renewable, and recycled materials, ensuring they meet specific environmental, social, and economic standards.
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