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Licensing technologies: Operating experience provides foundation
The licensing of Shell technologies and processes to third parties in the downstream sector involves leading-edge developments such as innovative, field-tested technologies, including hydroprocessing catalysts.
Several years ago, a decision was made to move the research and technical service organisation that had supported the Shell Group’s global activities and to establish an independent commercial business group. So, the company, Shell Global Solutions, was created as an organisation dedicated to sharing its knowledge and expertise with other energy and processing businesses.
From the beginning, a crucial element of this innovative new business has been the licensing of Shell technologies and processes, especially innovative, field-tested technologies including hydroprocessing catalysts, to third parties in the downstream sector. But what sets Shell Global Solutions apart is that its expertise stems ultimately from experiences gained using these technologies in Shell-owned and operated facilities.
Suleyman Ozmen, General Manager of Licensing, explains, “We specialise in developing and licensing innovative services and technology solutions from one operator to another. Our experience, as part of an operating company, means that the technology transfer to the licensee delivers improved returns for the project and a successful operation. This is one of our key advantages compared to others in the licensing industry.”