The olefins and aromatics sub-team, which is part of the Chemicals R&D Division, has submitted two patents to the Law department for filing with the USPTO. These patents describe novel routes of producing aromatics. Additionally, we are preparing a pilot plant for an experiment aimed at increasing aromatic production through novel catalyst formulations. Research is underway.
Oil and Gas Woman of the Year 2017: Abeer Olayan
Oil and Gas Middle East and Refining and Petrochemicals Middle East recently held its eighth annual award ceremony to recognize excellence in Middle East upstream and downstream industries. Abeer Olayan, a petroleum scientist at the EXPEC Advanced Research Center (EXPEC ARC) who develops new materials for drilling fluids and cementing, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the oil and gas industry.
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