HDF Energy and Vietnam Maritime Corporation (VIMC) partner to decarbonize the Vietnamese maritime sectorwith green hydrogen solutions and fuel cells

Paris, June 11, 2025 – Marking a significant milestone in Vietnam’s energy transition, HDF Energy, a global pioneer in hydrogen power solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietnam Maritime Corporation (VIMC), a prominent state-owned enterprise in maritime transport, port operations, and logistics. This strategic partnership seeks to advance the deployment of green […]
CAPEX Optimization in Heavy Industry with Oryx

By TJ Felts, Director of Capital Projects, Asset Performance Networks Capital projects are the foundation of heavy industry. From petrochemical expansions to manufacturing upgrades, these investments determine whether companies thrive or struggle. Yet most organizations manage these projects in isolation, missing opportunities to optimize their entire portfolio despite the efforts at digital transformation. Asset Performance […]
Navigating Geopolitical Currents: Implications for Asia’s Downstream Sector

The global energy landscape is increasingly shaped by shifting geopolitical forces and market dynamics. Changes in U.S. energy policy—particularly under a potential second Trump administration—are expected to have far-reaching effects on Asia’s downstream refinery and petrochemicals sector. In this article, Dr. Weerawat Chantanakome from Thailand’s Ministry of Energy shares insights on the potential implications and […]
IPC Concludes Memorandum of Understanding for Development of Biomethane Production-Collaborating with Malaysia’s MTCO to Address Challenges in the Palm Industry

IHI Group company, IHI Plant Services Corporation (Location: Koto-ku, Tokyo, President: Ryoji Aoki; “IPC”) and MTC OREC SDN. BHD. (Location: Selangor, Malaysia; CEO: Dr. Zahari Mohamad; “MTCO”) who is biogas-related engineering company in Malaysia have signed memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The MOU encompasses a co-development of Biomethane production utilizing […]
Emerson Enhances Optimisation Capabilities to Drive Operational Excellence

New AspenTech software release provides expanded industrial AI, new sustainability features and enhanced user experiences to drive improved operational performance 13 May 2025 – Emerson, an industrial technology leader delivering advanced automation solutions, today announced a new release of the flagship software of its Aspen Technology business. The release introduces a significant expansion of industrial AI capabilities, […]
HDF Energy and Stavian Group Establish Strategic Partnership to Drive HyPower (Hydrogen-to-Power)Projects and Decarbonize Vietnam’s Industrial Sector

Hanoi, April 12, 2025 – HDF Energy, leading developer of large-scale hydrogen infrastructure and manufacturer of high-power fuel cells, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Stavian Group, one of Vietnam’s large-scale industrial-technology and trading corporations. The strategic partnership will explore the deployment of HyPower hydrogen-to-power infrastructures in Vietnam, aiming to accelerate the country’s […]
Braskem Siam, JV of SCGC and Braskem, Partners with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel to Accelerate Agricultural Ethanol Supply for Asia’s First Bio-Ethylene Production

Braskem Siam, a joint venture between SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a leading integrated polymer business for sustainability, and Braskem, the global leader in bioplastics from Brazil, has signed…
Bangchak Receives Carbon Footprint Certification Reinforcing Leadership in Low-Carbon Products and Enabling Real Emission Reductions for Energy Users

Ms. Kittima Wongsaen, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Business Development, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, appointed to Refinery Optimization and Synergy Enterprise Company Limited (ROSE), accepted Carbon Footprint of Product (CFP) certifications from..
Aramco Plans to Enter Philippines Retail Market With Agreement to Acquire 25% Stake in Unioil

Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, today signed definitive agreements to acquire a 25% equity stake in Unioil Petroleum Philippines, one of the largest petroleum companies in the Philippines.
HMEL, Emerson to Co-Develop Innovative Solutions for Energy Value Chain Optimization

HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL), a leading India petrochemical and refining company, and Emerson, an industrial technology leader delivering advanced automation solutions, are joining forces to optimize enterprise operations across HMEL’s refining, petrochemicals and sustainable fuels complex. The collaboration will leverage Emerson’s industrial automation portfolio, including artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, to enhance HMEL’s production outputs while ensuring reliability, safety and sustainability goals are met.