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The Main Column

Hydrocarbon Processing
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainability
Decarbonization
Energy Transition
Oil and Gas Industry
Renewable Energy
Carbon Emissions
Digital Transformation
Carbon Capture
Biofuels
Natural Gas
LNG
Renewable Fuel Standard
E-Fuels
Petrochemical Industry
Hydrogen
Fossil Fuels
Technip Energies
Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage
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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, thi... more

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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. Ins... more

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 ... more

This episode explores the persistent challenge of equipment failures in the hydrocarbon processing industry. It emphasizes the importance of the three pillars of reliability—design it right, operate it right and maintain it right—and discusses how a ... more

This episode explores the critical importance of rethinking vendor selection in EPC projects by shifting focus from purchase order value to the comprehensive cost of ownership, emphasizing long-term value and strategic procurement.

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Recent Guests

Charles McConnell
Former US Assistant Secretary of Energy (2011-2013); Director of the Center for Carbon Management and Energy at the University of Houston
University of Houston; Center for Carbon Management and Energy
Episode: Decarbonizing industry: Strategies and technologies discussion with the former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy
Mercy Rentaria
National Development Director for Hydrogen and CCUS in the US
Anderson Hauser
Episode: Decarbonizing industry: Strategies and technologies discussion with the former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy
Krista Johnson
US President, Johnson Matthey
Johnson Matthey
Episode: Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
Arun Arora
Chief Technology Officer
Chevron Lummus Global
Episode: Live from AFPM Annual: How Chevron Lummus Global is revolutionizing hydrocarbon processing with integrated solutions
Ken West
President and CEO of Honeywell Process Technology
Honeywell Process Technology
Episode: Live from AFPM Annual: How digital technologies are shaping the global energy industry
Myron Bockholt
Director of Strategic Accounts for LGT Industrial
LGT Industrial
Episode: Live from AFPM Annual: Reducing emissions with advanced gasket technology
Vic Scalco
Executive at Gulftronics, division of General Atomics; specialist in refining technologies
Gulftronics (General Atomics)
Episode: Live from AFPM Annual: Technologies for increasing profits by refining lower-value feedstocks
Jim Masso
CEO of Honeywell Process Automation (Honeywell Process Solutions)
Honeywell
Episode: The future of process automation: AI, cloud and cybersecurity
Mike Sadoski
Sales Engineer for Hayward Tyler, specializing in seal-less pump technology.
Hayward Tyler
Episode: Seal-less pump technology in syngas, ammonia and next-gen energy applications

Hosts

Lee Nichols
Host of discussions, providing insights into various topics, particularly in the oil and gas sector.
Paul Hicken
Editor-in-Chief at Petroleum Economist, with expertise in energy markets.

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#238
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Apple Podcasts
#133
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Apple Podcasts
#142
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#227
Israel/Technology

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Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
Q: Can you share recent innovations in regards to syngas, hydrogen, and ammonia, and how JM approaches SAF and distributed generation?
Krista highlights jet fuel/Synthetic Aviation Fuel initiatives and collaboration with partners to expand SAF supply, along with applying automotive catalyst technology to stationary and distributed power, including data centers, through partnerships rather than solo projects.
Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
Q: What are the most important global market trends shaping the syngas industry over the next decade?
Krista notes that technology adoption lags behind readiness and geopolitical priorities; the trajectory is toward transformation and broader adoption, with the emphasis on energy security and open, inclusive deployment across different audiences and regimes.
Energy transformation and the role of advanced catalysts
Q: So, can you start by telling us a little bit about the US President role at Johnson Matthey and your background?
Krista describes JM as a long-standing company with a focus on Platinum Group Metals and how their role as a US leader involves coordinating internal teams and external partners to advance catalysis for reduced carbon technologies, while emphasizing reliability, availability, and broad access.
Live from AFPM Annual: How Chevron Lummus Global is revolutionizing hydrocarbon processing with integrated solutions
Q: Talk a little bit about CLG's expanded catalyst portfolio and how you are strengthening its position as an integrated solutions partner.
Arun describes how CLG combines hydroprocessing catalysts, isomerization, hydrotreating, and digital inputs into a single umbrella with process technology, internals, and services to deliver a frictionless lifecycle solution for clients.
Live from AFPM Annual: Key strategies to help prevent major incidents in refineries
Q: Where do you see the biggest safety vulnerabilities emerging in modern refining operations?
Vulnerabilities arise where refinery complexity and constraints combine, especially as longer runs and delayed turnarounds reduce the frequency of formal inspections, allowing small deviations to grow into bigger safety risks.

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7. Vic Scalco
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