When you think of your supply chain, what do you consider? For a traditional downstream refiner, you may include pipeline, truck, rail and vessel logistics. You may think about where inventory is stored. Do you have a picture...more
12/13/2019
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On January 1, 2020, the new International Maritime Organization’s regulation—dubbed “IMO 2020”—for sulfur reduction from 3.5% to 0.5% will go into effect. The regulation stipulates that oceangoing vessels must use either a...more
11/26/2019
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Like the Gold Rush of the mid-1800s, the IMO 2020 low-sulfur marine fuel regulation, scheduled to go into effect January 1, 2020, presents both opportunities and challenges for all participants involved. Patrick Long,...more