February 2019

This month we look at energy organisations that are diversifying and investing in exciting new projects that will take the industry forward in new directions that could change the picture as we know it.

ExxonMobil is investing heavily into research that will bring the use of algae as a biofuel to the industry’s forefront. The exciting development is known within the company as an advanced biofuel and has the transformative potential to increase energy supplies, reduce emissions and improve operational efficiencies.

Oiltanking is investing heavily in its Port of Antwerp facilities and the huge new German LNG Terminal concept. While this is part of its traditional service portfolio, the company is using new ideas and new technology to advance its reputation in the oil and gas industry – one which has seen significant uncertainty in recent months. When its expansion projects are complete, this global business will solidify its position as one of the world’s most important storage solutions providers, and a vital link in the European energy chain.

In Qatar, the country’s General Electricity & Water Corporation is planning major expansion of its water proposition by looking at new desalination plant concepts, new potable water resources, and upgrades to the country’s sub-network to help drive the expansion of the urban populations across the largely desert covered country.

We also look more at the story from international oil and gas giant, Total, which is advancing its exciting and important project in Nigerian waters. The Egina field is located in deep water and presents a number of technical problems. Total has been active in Nigeria since 1956 and has become as expert at dealing with cold, deep, challenging conditions. The company is bringing new technology and ideas to help speed up and smooth out the project, 50km off the coast of Port of Harcourt.