The architecture of value creation
An introduction from Suleyman Ozmen, Vice President, Refining and Chemical Licensing, Shell Global Solutions International B.V.
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Cultivating effective technical collaboration
A granular look at how some highly successful refinery projects achieved their objectives.
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How co-creation can improve the value delivered by capital projects
Only the best planned and executed projects successfully achieve all their objectives.
Straight talk on next-generation hydrocracking technology
Shell’s new deasphalted oil (DAO) hydrocracker at Grupa LOTOS SA’s Gdañsk refinery in Poland is processing about 50% DAO and 50% VGO at up to 85% conversion directly into jet fuel and Euro 5 diesel.
Managing complexity, optimising integration and reassuring investors
Refinery projects can encounter problems if they become unexpectedly complex.
Capitalising on opportunity
Refinery profitability may be improved by operating with a cheaper crude oil diet, though, in practice, this is harder than it sounds.
Ukrtatnafta's ULSD journey
How the refiner met its cleaner fuels mandate and enhanced competitiveness.
A step change in hydrocracker performance
How Shell Scotford refinery rose to the dual challenge of shifting to a more difficult feed while also increasing capacity
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