The Main Column
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- 297
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- Houston TX
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- 12 nov 2026
Sobre o podcast
The Main Column podcast, brought to you by Hydrocarbon Processing, stands as the premier audio destination for professionals in the downstream oil and gas industry seeking the latest insights and trends. Each episode delves into critical topics, including technology advancements, sustainability, energy transition, and operational excellence. With expert interviews and high listener engagement, this podcast delivers significant value, offering listeners thought-provoking discussions that enhance understanding and drive industry innovation. Whether you're seeking to stay ahead of the curve with the latest industry news, deepen your professional knowledge, or explore emerging technologies and strategies for sustainability and efficiency, The Main Column podcast is your essential resource for all things downstream. Join us as we navigate the industry's complexities, offering valuable perspectives and insights that empower professionals to make informed decisions and lead confidently.
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Episódios 297
Building the future of compression: Engineering, manufacturing and innovation
In this conversation, Tony Sardella, General Manager of Atlas Copco ComTech, discusses the evolution of compressor technology and the gas processing industry. He highlights key market trends driving demand for …
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In this conversation, Tony Sardella, General Manager of Atlas Copco ComTech, discusses the evolution of compressor technology and the gas processing industry. He highlights key market trends driving demand for larger and more sophisticated compression systems, the changes in manufacturing requirements, and the importance of local engineering and testing capabilities. The discussion also covers the company's new high bay facility and its implications for future operations, as well as the significance of workforce development in supporting growth.
Clean gas, reliable operations: Inside Clariant’s ActiSorb™ GP portfolio for gas processing
Natural gas streams often carry sulfur and mercury. Left in, they damage equipment, put compliance at risk and harm the environment. In this episode, Nennette Richard-Jordan, Head of Sales- Refinery Catalysts …
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Natural gas streams often carry sulfur and mercury. Left in, they damage equipment, put compliance at risk and harm the environment. In this episode, Nennette Richard-Jordan, Head of Sales- Refinery Catalysts of Clariant explains how the company’s high-performance catalysts and sorbents for fixed-bed reactors address that problem. She introduces Clariant and its gas processing setup, then covers the applications and customers it serves. She also walks through the ActiSorb™ GP series, which removes sulfur and mercury from natural gas-derived streams to meet industry standards. Listeners will learn what sets Clariant’s products apart and how its support, from research and application development to on-site service, helps operators get longer cycle times and the highest reliability.
Advancing gas and LNG through digitalization and decarbonization: A discussion with Chay Kin Wah of Yokogawa
Chay Kin Wah, Regional Chief Executive for ASEAN, Pacific and China and President of Yokogawa Engineering Asia Pte. Ltd., discusses the future of natural gas and LNG in Southeast Asia, digital transformation …
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Chay Kin Wah, Regional Chief Executive for ASEAN, Pacific and China and President of Yokogawa Engineering Asia Pte. Ltd., discusses the future of natural gas and LNG in Southeast Asia, digital transformation, cybersecurity and decarbonization efforts shaping the industry.
Axens at 25: From technology licensor to industrial partner
In this episode, Tina Cract, CEO of Axens Americas, shares insights into the company's innovative technologies, market strategies and future plans in the energy and refining sectors. Discover how Axens is …
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In this episode, Tina Cract, CEO of Axens Americas, shares insights into the company's innovative technologies, market strategies and future plans in the energy and refining sectors. Discover how Axens is shaping sustainable fuels, decarbonization and industrial efficiency.
CLARITY™ Digital Solutions: What Better Catalyst Data Could Do for Your Plant
This episode, featuring Felicitas Cokoja and Morgan Engelmeyer of Clariant, explores how Clarity and Clarity Prime are transforming refining and chemical plant operations by leveraging real-time data …
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This episode, featuring Felicitas Cokoja and Morgan Engelmeyer of Clariant, explores how Clarity and Clarity Prime are transforming refining and chemical plant operations by leveraging real-time data, artificial intelligence and environmental considerations to optimize performance and sustainability.
Turning refinery data into operational value
In this episode, Cesar Martinez, Industry Marketing Manager, Oil and Gas, Endress+Hauser discusses how refineries can leverage process data and measurement technology to optimize operations, improve margins and …
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In this episode, Cesar Martinez, Industry Marketing Manager, Oil and Gas, Endress+Hauser discusses how refineries can leverage process data and measurement technology to optimize operations, improve margins and prepare for future digitalization trends including AI and automation.
Creating value through refinery transformation : A 360° approach to revamps and repurposing with Axens
In this episode, Benoit Chedal-Anglay, Global Asset Optimization Director, Axens, shares insights on global fuel market needs, technological solutions for energy and chemical industries, and what sets Axens …
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In this episode, Benoit Chedal-Anglay, Global Asset Optimization Director, Axens, shares insights on global fuel market needs, technological solutions for energy and chemical industries, and what sets Axens apart in supporting operators worldwide.
Flare gas recovery: Turning emissions into value
In this episode, Seth Lloyd, Business Development Manager, Oil and Gas, Aerzen USA, discusses flare gas recovery, its benefits, design considerations and future prospects. Learn how this technology can reduce …
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In this episode, Seth Lloyd, Business Development Manager, Oil and Gas, Aerzen USA, discusses flare gas recovery, its benefits, design considerations and future prospects. Learn how this technology can reduce emissions, recover valuable resources and meet regulatory demands.
Balancing refining reliability and the low-carbon transition
In this episode, Gustavo Marroquin, Director of Global Service Sales, Americas, Ebara Elliott Energy, shares insights on balancing traditional refining with low-carbon initiatives, reliability challenges …
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In this episode, Gustavo Marroquin, Director of Global Service Sales, Americas, Ebara Elliott Energy, shares insights on balancing traditional refining with low-carbon initiatives, reliability challenges, regional support strategies, and future technologies like hydrogen and carbon capture..
Close measurement gaps without shutdowns
This episode explores how non-intrusive measurement instrumentation can help refineries improve safety, reliability and efficiency by closing measurement gaps without shutdowns. Marcelo Carugo, Senior Director …
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This episode explores how non-intrusive measurement instrumentation can help refineries improve safety, reliability and efficiency by closing measurement gaps without shutdowns. Marcelo Carugo, Senior Director, Global Refining Market Strategy, Emerson, shares insights on practical applications, benefits, and decision-making improvements.
Nucleated foam: Transforming heat exchanger maintenance with ReNu technology
In this episode, Vanessa Frugé, Regional Sales Manager, Refined Technologies, discusses innovative cleaning methods for air-cooled heat exchangers, emphasizing nucleated foam technology and its impact on …
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In this episode, Vanessa Frugé, Regional Sales Manager, Refined Technologies, discusses innovative cleaning methods for air-cooled heat exchangers, emphasizing nucleated foam technology and its impact on refinery efficiency and maintenance costs.
Digitalizing catalyst management for next-generation refinery optimization: A discussion with Ketjen
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing explores how Ketjen’s innovative platform iKet™ is transforming catalyst management in refineries through real-time data analysis, AI integration and enhanced …
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In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing explores how Ketjen’s innovative platform iKet™ is transforming catalyst management in refineries through real-time data analysis, AI integration and enhanced decision-making speed. Guest Henry Tausch, Chief Commercial Officer, Ketjen, shares insights on digital transformation, operations optimization and future trends in refining technology.
From flow assurance to asset reliability: Technology-driven solutions for midstream operations excellence
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing sits down with Ebuka Nwakile, Industry Technical Consultant and Global Marketing Manager Midstream, Nalco Water (an Ecolab company), regarding the challenges and …
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In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing sits down with Ebuka Nwakile, Industry Technical Consultant and Global Marketing Manager Midstream, Nalco Water (an Ecolab company), regarding the challenges and solutions in midstream operations, focusing on asset reliability, flow assurance and digital innovations. Mr. Nwakile shares insights on managing contaminants, optimizing systems and leveraging technology for proactive maintenance.
Refining for the future: Flexibility, innovation and strategy
In this episode, Gary Cheng, Director, FCC Strategic Marketing, W.R. Grace discusses how the refining industry is evolving in response to global challenges, including feedstock flexibility, the impact of the …
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In this episode, Gary Cheng, Director, FCC Strategic Marketing, W.R. Grace discusses how the refining industry is evolving in response to global challenges, including feedstock flexibility, the impact of the Middle East conflict and strategic acquisitions. He shares insights on partnership approaches, technological innovations and future trends shaping the industry.
Designing and operating successful refinery overhead water wash systems
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Joel Lack, Senior Technology Advisor, Baker Hughes, about water wash systems in refinery overheads, exploring why some systems succeed while others fail, and …
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In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Joel Lack, Senior Technology Advisor, Baker Hughes, about water wash systems in refinery overheads, exploring why some systems succeed while others fail, and how to optimize their design and operation for better reliability and corrosion control.
Navigating U.S. energy policy: Impacts of the CRAs and RFS on the fuel market
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Erica Perryman, Vice President of Communications, American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), about the impact of the Congressional Review Act and the …
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In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Erica Perryman, Vice President of Communications, American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), about the impact of the Congressional Review Act and the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations on the U.S. energy sector. The discussion explores how these policies affect fuel costs, supply chains and national security.
Managing micro-maldistribution to help lengthen reactor cycles
In this episode, Austin Schneider, Vice President of Technology at Crystaphase, discusses RDT Technology, an innovative material designed to help address micro maldistribution in fixed bed reactors. Learn how …
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In this episode, Austin Schneider, Vice President of Technology at Crystaphase, discusses RDT Technology, an innovative material designed to help address micro maldistribution in fixed bed reactors. Learn how this solution can help improve catalyst performance, enhance distribution, and extend reactor cycle length.
How catalysts turn refinery offgas streams into valuable products—Part 2
In this episode, Holli Garrett, Global Product Manager for Ethylene at Clariant Catalysts discusses the complexities of refinery offgas treatment, focusing on designing effective catalyst treatment packages …
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In this episode, Holli Garrett, Global Product Manager for Ethylene at Clariant Catalysts discusses the complexities of refinery offgas treatment, focusing on designing effective catalyst treatment packages tailored to specific gas streams. Learn about the key challenges, technologies and industry trends shaping this critical process.
How downstream operators can build environmental programs that strengthen operational assurance
For downstream operators, environmental performance can no longer be separate from operational performance. A missed emissions issue, delayed test result, unreliable monitoring system or fragmented compliance …
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For downstream operators, environmental performance can no longer be separate from operational performance. A missed emissions issue, delayed test result, unreliable monitoring system or fragmented compliance workflow can affect uptime, permit confidence, worker safety, community trust and the ability to move through critical operating windows without disruption. In this discussion, Jenna Granstra, Director of Project Development, Onterris, explores how leading downstream organizations are building environmental programs that directly support operational assurance, reliability and efficiency.
Cybersecurity: A discussion in threat mitigation and resilience
In this episode, cybersecurity expert Paul Smith, Honeywell Technologies, discusses the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, the impact of artificial intelligence on cyber threats and strategies for …
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In this episode, cybersecurity expert Paul Smith, Honeywell Technologies, discusses the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, the impact of artificial intelligence on cyber threats and strategies for industrial cybersecurity resilience. A must-listen for industry professionals aiming to stay ahead in cybersecurity.
Crude upgrading and plastics recycling: A technical discussion with Aduro Clean Technologies
In this episode, we explore Aduro Clean Technologies' innovative approach to hydrocarbon processing, focusing on waste plastics recycling and heavy crude upgrading. Guest Eric Appelman shares insights into …
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In this episode, we explore Aduro Clean Technologies' innovative approach to hydrocarbon processing, focusing on waste plastics recycling and heavy crude upgrading. Guest Eric Appelman shares insights into their unique technology, recent advancements and future plans.
Navigating the energy transition: Decarbonization, digitalization, workforce development and supply chains
In this episode, Ernesto Guevara, Director of Sustainability Business Development, Ebara Elliott Energy, discusses sustainability and decarbonization in the energy sector. He explores the three pillars of …
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In this episode, Ernesto Guevara, Director of Sustainability Business Development, Ebara Elliott Energy, discusses sustainability and decarbonization in the energy sector. He explores the three pillars of decarbonization, and the importance of digitalization and workforce development in adapting to new energy technologies. The conversation also highlights the emerging markets of low-carbon ammonia and hydrogen, as well as the strategies for maintaining a sustainable and reliable supply chain.
Digital transformation: Combining physics-based models with AI to optimize operations
In this episode, industry experts Eissa Alnatter, Digital Business Development Manager - MENA, Lummus Digital; and Kapil Bakshi, Strategic Advisor, Lummus Digital, discuss the importance of combining …
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In this episode, industry experts Eissa Alnatter, Digital Business Development Manager - MENA, Lummus Digital; and Kapil Bakshi, Strategic Advisor, Lummus Digital, discuss the importance of combining physics-based models with AI for optimizing petrochemical operations, the challenges of data quality and strategies for successful digital transformation in the energy sector.
How industrial AI Is transforming asset performance management
In this episode, Nithiya Parameswaran, VP of Product Management at Emerson | AspenTech, discusses how Industrial AI is reshaping Asset Performance Management, moving it beyond traditional monitoring toward …
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In this episode, Nithiya Parameswaran, VP of Product Management at Emerson | AspenTech, discusses how Industrial AI is reshaping Asset Performance Management, moving it beyond traditional monitoring toward predictive insights, faster maintenance action, and greater scalability across the enterprise.
How catalysts turn refinery off-gas streams into valuable products--Part 1
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Holli Garrett, Global Product Manager, Ethylene, at Clariant Catalysts to discuss the evolution of refinery off-gas treatment, and how those gases are creating value.
Bolted Flange Joint Certification: A paramount industry standard and safety measure
This episode explores the development and importance of the new API bolted flange joint (BFJ) certification program, featuring insights from industry experts Andri Orphanides, Director of Individual …
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This episode explores the development and importance of the new API bolted flange joint (BFJ) certification program, featuring insights from industry experts Andri Orphanides, Director of Individual Certification Programs, API, and Andy Smith, Director of Training, VSP Technologies. Learn about the BFJ certification program, the certification process, and industry impact and importance of bolted flange joint competency.
Protecting polyolefin catalysts through advanced feed purification
This episode features Manuel Pfanzelt, Global New Project Manager, Clariant, discussing the critical importance of feed purification and catalyst protection in polyolefin production. Learn about innovative …
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This episode features Manuel Pfanzelt, Global New Project Manager, Clariant, discussing the critical importance of feed purification and catalyst protection in polyolefin production. Learn about innovative solutions, industry trends and how tailored purification strategies can enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
The future of industrial operations: AI and enterprise optimization
In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Claudio Fayad, Chief Technology Officer, AspenTech, about the future of industrial operations, AI integration and recent product innovations. We explore how …
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In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Claudio Fayad, Chief Technology Officer, AspenTech, about the future of industrial operations, AI integration and recent product innovations. We explore how enterprise-wide optimization, AI and data strategies are transforming the refining and petrochemicals industries.
Decarbonizing industry: Strategies and technologies discussion with the former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy
In this episode, Charles McConnell, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy, discusses the evolution of carbon capture, utilization,and storage (CCUS), its market dynamics in the U.S. and Europe, and the …
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In this episode, Charles McConnell, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy, discusses the evolution of carbon capture, utilization,and storage (CCUS), its market dynamics in the U.S. and Europe, and the future of energy transition investments. Insights include the importance of monetizing CO2, industry decarbonization strategies, and technological innovations in monitoring and reporting.
Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
In this episode, we sat down with Johnson Matthey’s U.S. President, Krista Johnson, to break down how the company is driving modern energy innovation. From emissions breakthroughs to platinum-powered clean …
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In this episode, we sat down with Johnson Matthey’s U.S. President, Krista Johnson, to break down how the company is driving modern energy innovation. From emissions breakthroughs to platinum-powered clean tech, this conversation challenges the idea of energy transition and reframes it as something bigger: transformation.
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