AIChE & Saudi Local Section Sign Agreement at CEO Forum March 29, 2018AIChE and the AIChE Saudi Arabia Local Section (SAS) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate and partner on common goals that strengthen chemical engineering knowledge and support societal needs in the Middle East.
The Chemical Industry in Hungary February2018Global OutlookJun Yow Yong, Jiří Jaromír Klemeš, Ferenc Friedler, Petar Sabev Varbanov, Csaba DeákRestructuring and investment underpin export growth in Hungary’s chemical industry. With continued investment in research and development projects, the country is on track to become a net exporter of chemical products.
February 2018 CEP Preview February 15, 2018Learn how to optimize pilot plant testing for liquid-liquid extractions, analyze the performance of pump networks, get an update on the chemical industry in Hungary, and much more.
LOPA: Ventajas De La Buena gestión De Las Capas De protección Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyMarch 27, 2017LOPA: Ventajas de la buena gestión de las capas de protección Ana MarÃa MacÃas Juárez, MBA, MPICP MAJA Consulting Group, S.A. de C.V. Habaneras...
Aplicación De Las Alarmas Criticas De Proceso (CON Respuesta del Operador) En Las Industrias De Alto Riesgo Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyMarch 27, 2017Aplicación de las Alarmas CrÃticas de Proceso (con respuesta del Operador) en las Industrias de Alto Riesgo Autor: Ana MarÃa MacÃas Juárez, MBA...
How to Start a Young Professionals Local Section Archived Webinar Jan 19, 2017 The AIChE Young Professionals Committee shares information on how a recent graduate from college or a young professional AIChE member can start an AIChE local section in their area. This webinar offers guidance, ideas and best practices for starting off a successful local section. If you are...
An "Intolerable" Risk: Applying the UK Environmental Risk Assessment Methodology to Freedom Industries, WV Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 12, 2016The Environmental Equivalent of a Fatality: Had the UK's Environmental Risk Assessment Methodology Been Applied to Freedom Industries in West...
Working Abroad: A Discussion Archived Webinar Nov 10, 2015 Daniel Sujo and Experience Nduagu speak about their experiences immigrating for work, and share advice for those both working abroad or who have teammates from other countries.
To Label or Not to Label: Addressing America's Genetically Modified Organism Policy Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingNovember 8, 2015Biotechnology in the United States has the ability to genetically modify organisms in order to better serve farmers and consumers. However, these...
Seis Sigma para Ingenieros Químicos (Six Sigma for Chemical Engineers) Archived Webinar Jul 8, 2009 The main part of the webinar focuses on Six Sigma protocols and tools that are most useful for the practicing chemical engineer.
Lo Básico para convivir con Procesos Productivos Seguros (Process Safety) Archived Webinar Oct 15, 2008 Este sintético seminario conceptual introductorio sobre Seguridad para Procesos Productivos Peligrosos, sin fórmulas ni ecuaciones pero rigurosamente científico, ha sido diseñado para actualizar y reforzar los conocimientos básicos de Gerentes de Plantas, Ingenieros y Técnicos exigidos por la...
The Philippine Chemical Industry December2017Global OutlookJed M. BellenThe Philippine chemical industry is highly diverse and has the potential for significant growth. Industry-government partnerships and regional cooperation can help the country to become a leading chemical exporter.
December 2017 CEP Preview December 20, 2017This month, methods for order-of-magnitude cost estimation for shale-gas, optimized heat transfer of viscous fluids, the chemical industry in the Philippines, and more.
The Past, Present, and Prospects for Colombia’s Chemicals Industry November2017Global OutlookJorge Mario Gómez, Oscar A. AlvarezGiven its geographic position, abundant natural and agricultural resources, and moderate labor costs, Colombia has the potential to develop a competitive chemicals industry, as long as it is committed to the necessary investment and research.
November 2017 CEP Preview November 13, 2017Chemical engineers' response to the addiction epidemic, cogeneration operation basics, an overview of Colombia's chemical industry, and more.
Interview: 2017 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 1) October 31, 2017Hear from student travel grant winners from Cairo University, Egypt; Koç University, Turkey; Universidad Nacional de Colombia Sede Bogotá, Colombia; and Tianjin University, China.
Interview: 2017 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 2) October 31, 2017In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Vellore Institute of Technology, India, and Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia.
AIChE Foundation Awards Grants to Twelve Distinct Projects We are pleased to announce that the AIChE Foundation has awarded 12 project grants for the second funding cycle of 2017. Bi-annually, the AIChE Foundation invites Operating Coun
Saudi YPs & AspenTech Jointly Train Young Professionals on Plant Design & Optimization Technologies February 8, 2017The Saudi Local Section YPs organized a technical workshop on the topic of “Plant Design: Optimization and Feasibility Studies Utilizing AspenTech Software” on January 18, 2017.
A Look Back: Engineers Helped Rebuild after 1st World War June 13, 2017The US entered WWI 100 years ago. We look back to see how chemical engineers and others helped rebuild a center of European engineering education.
AIChE Foundation Awards Grants to Seven Transformative Projects The AIChE Foundation is pleased to announce that seven AIChE initiatives have been awarded grants for the 2017 first cycle of funding.
Jubail Industrial City Hosts 6th Saudi Arabian Local Section Young Professional Team & AspenTech Workshop on Refinery Planning April 14, 2017
The Importance of International Exchanges to Chemical Engineering February 1, 2017AIChE's official response to the recent U.S. Executive Order limiting travel and immigration.
February 2017 CEP Preview February 14, 2017This month, CEP looks at compressors for ethylene plants, data science for chemical engineers, risk-based calibration, and much more.
Qatar’s Chemical Industry: Monetizing Natural Gas February2017Global OutlookHassan E. Alfadala, Mahmoud M. El-HalwagiWith one of the world’s largest natural gas reserves and a vision to become the “Gas Capital of the World,” Qatar is monetizing its wealth of resources through the production of value-added chemicals and energy products.
Interview: 2016 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 1) November 22, 2016In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Xiangtan University, China; Universidad Nacional de Colombia-Sede Bogotá, Colombia; and Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia.
Interview: 2016 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 2) November 28, 2016In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi, Pakistan; Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia; Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan; and National Autonomous University of Hondoras, Honduras.
Saudi YPC Celebrates Year of Success at Ethylene Middle East Technology Conference October 28, 2016The Young Professional Committee-Saudi Section (YPC-SAS) participated in the 2nd Ethylene Middle East Technology (EMET) Conference that was held in Bahrain (Oct 17-18, 2016).
October 2015 CEP Preview October 19, 2015This month, CEP's main feature looks at a systems approach to environmental management and sustainability. You'll also find in this issue a look at Israel's chemicals industry, and tips and insights into becoming an independent consultant, plus much more.
Saudi Arabia Creates New Solar-Powered Desalination Technology October 16, 2015One of the world's great remaining mysteries is the actual size of Saudi Arabia's oil reserves. But whatever the answer — what is non-peak, Alex?
Apple to Bring SunPower's C7 Solar Technology to China October 27, 2015Last April Apple announced that all of its US facilities, and 87 percent of its worldwide operations, were completely powered by renewable energy, which showed that Apple was finally getting seriou
Modi and Hollande Announce Solar Alliance at Climate Talks December 4, 2015It's amazing how quickly the falling price of solar and wind power has shifted the global energy consensus.
MEPEC Advisory Board Meets in Bahrain to Discuss Upcoming Conference March 12, 2015The Advisory Board to the AIChE Local Section’s Middle East Process Engineering Conference met in the Bahrain Capital Club on February 26th to discuss the program for the
July 2015 CEP Preview July 6, 2015In this issue, get tips for selecting sensors for your plant's safety instrumented system (SIS), a guide to mixing, some of the latest development in biological engineering, and much more.
YPC-SAS Inauguration during MEPEC 2015 September 29, 2015More than 150 prominent companies attended the third Middle East Process Engineering Conference and Exhibition (MEPEC 2015). The conference took place in Bahrain on 15-17 September, 2015.
France’s Chemicals Industry is Rooted in Tradition December2015Global OutlookDidier Le VélyFrance played a central role in the chemistry revolution and now has a leading role in the modern chemicals industry. Manufacturing a wide range of chemicals, from basics and specialties to fine chemicals for pharmaceuticals, the industry is a major contributor to France’s economy.
Brazil: Chemical Industry Challenges and Perspectives August2011Global OutlookJose M. PintoBrazil has one of the world's largest chemical industries, but that industry faces major challenges in an increasingly competitive global economy.
Turkey’s Chemicals Industry Expands into Global Markets May2015Global OutlookMetin TurkayThe Turkish chemicals industry has the potential for significant growth, with increasing demand coming from both domestic and global markets. To capture this potential, the industry will need to increase production capacity and diversify its product portfolio.
Switzerland: The Success of Its Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Industries December2013Global OutlookKonrad Hungerbühler, Stavros Papadokonstantakis, Marcel SennhauserThe strong international presence of Switzerland’s chemicals industries — characterized by a major export market and substantial investment in its companies abroad — has helped to make the Swiss chemicals and pharmaceuticals industries among the world’s most successful.
Denmark’s Chemicals Industry: Progress and Challenges February2013Global OutlookKim Dam-Johansen, Rafiqul Gani, Gurkan SinDenmark’s chemicals industry is characterized by a variety of innovative companies, especially in the life sciences. To remain competitive, these companies must continue to invest in innovation, and the country’s universities must fill a growing need for highly educated engineering professionals.
The Growth of a Chemicals Industry in Russia October2014Global OutlookGerman Dyakonov, Nelly Lyzhina, Nadir ZiyatdinovRussia’s chemicals industry has experienced ups and downs since its formation. Although the country was hit hard by the Great Recession, it appears to have bounced back and is now investing in modernizing highly outdated equipment and processes.
Nigeria: Chemical Engineering—Development, Challenges, and Prospects June2013Global OutlookJohn Erinne, Oluwafem TaiwoNigeria is a nation endowed with abundant natural resources and engineering talent. Current policy and reforms in the downstream and natural gas sectors are expected to boost Nigeria’s economy and restore growth and vibrancy to its chemical process industries.
Israel’s Chemicals Industry: From the Desert to the Dead Sea October2015Global OutlookSince Israel’s independence in 1948, its chemicals industry has flourished thanks to the Dead Sea and the minerals it provides. A highly educated and skilled workforce makes this small nation a global power player in the pharmaceutical and electronics industries.
The Malaysian Chemicals Industry: From Commodities to Manufacturing November2015Global OutlookDominic C. Y. FooA wealth of natural resources is an advantage for Malaysia’s chemicals industry. Since it became independent in the mid-20th century, the country has evolved from a commodities-based economy into a technology and engineering hub
South Africa's Chemicals Industry July2015Global OutlookThokozani Majozi, Patrick VeldhuizenBuilt upon the nation’s abundant coal reserves, South Africa’s chemicals industry spent much of the 20th century isolated from world trade. The abolishment of apartheid opened doors to its full participation in global markets.
Argentina's Chemicals Industry: Challenges and Opportunites February2014Global OutlookClaudio Delpino, M. Soledad DiazBoosted by domestic and international companies, Argentina’s chemicals industry continues to grow as demand for its products increases— even in the face of challenges posed by feedstock availability and the need for increased investment.
Italy's Chemicals Industries April2014Global OutlookSimone ColomboItaly’s many small and medium-sized chemical companies are crucibles of innovation, whose exports have helped the country to establish a strong presence in the global chemicals market.
Chile’s Mining and Chemicals Industries June2014Global OutlookLuis A. Cisternas, Edelmira D. GálvezWith abundant mineral resources, Chile’s chemicals industries are dominated by mining, with many of its operations among the world’s most productive and important.
Saudi Arabia’s Chemicals Industry Continues to Grow August2014Global OutlookLeonard E. Gerlowski, Ahmad M. Al OthmanAbundant and competitively priced petroleum feedstock has spurred massive growth in Saudi Arabia’s chemicals industry over the past five decades. As the Kingdom faces competition from neighboring countries, it will diversify to ensure further growth.
Singapore: An Emerging Leader in Biomedical Sciences October2007SBE Special SectionNiki S. C. Wong, Miranda G. S. YapWith a heavy investment in biomedical research— particularly the $330 million to build Biopolis in 2003— Singapore is seeing the fruits of its labor blossom.
México's Chemical Industry: Evolution, Challenges, and Perspectives October2012Global OutlookEnrico N. MartinezNew investments in industry and raw materials, as well as the modernization of infrastructures and industry practices, can help to reverse México's growing trade deficit and restore the health of its chemical industry.
United Kingdom: The Evolution of its Chemicals Industry December2012Global OutlookClaudia Flavell-WhileRumors of the demise of the U.K. chemicals industry are greatly exaggerated.
Germany's Chemical Parks: Industry Landscaping October2011Global OutlookChemical parks are synergistic environments for the companies located there — thanks to integration of infrastructure and shared resources and distribution networks. In Europe, Germany’s central location and unique geography have contributed to the...
South Korea's Chemical Industry: Progress and Challenges December2011Global OutlookJae Hyun Cho, Il MoonSouth Korea's chemical industry is entering a position of leadership in the world market. However, new investments in energy resources, a shift to higher-value-added products, and development of core environmentally friendly technologies are needed...
Singapore’s Chemicals Industry: Engineering an Island April2013Global OutlookKeith Carpenter, Wai Kiong NgThe chemicals industry is a pillar of Singapore’s economic success. The island city-state’s emergence as a chemical industry leader has been boosted by investment in infrastructure and the creation of an industrial island complex.
The Netherlands' Process Technology Networks June2012Global OutlookTjeerd Jongsma, Andrzej StankiewiczMarked by a culture of open innovation, the Dutch system of collaboration creates unique opportunities for advances in process technology.
China: Past, Present and Future of Chemical Engineering April2011Global OutlookYi Cheng, Yong JinThe need to address ecological problems stemming from China’s burgeoning industrial growth is the impetus behind many recent developments in China’s surging chemical industry.
Global Relationships Take Center Stage at the 2012 Annual Meeting January2013News FeatureIn support of its strategic mission to become a global organization of chemical engineering practitioners, AIChE hosted three joint international symposia at the 2012 AIChE Annual Meeting held in Pittsburgh, PA, Oct. 28 to Nov. 2. AIChE joined with...
Taiwan's Chemical Industry: Looking Back and Looking Ahead April2012Global OutlookShien-Chang Chen, Yu-Chen HuSince World War II, Taiwan’s chemical industry and economy have escalated dramatically. Self-sufficient in many areas, today Taiwan still faces the challenges imposed by government technical initiatives, international trade policies and regulations...
Spain's Chemical Industry from the 19th Century to the Present August2012Global OutlookJaume SoleyIn the wake of the mid-20th century emergence of the oil-based global chemical industry and the rise of Europe as an International market force, Spain's chemical industry has become modern and competitive.
Japan’s Chemical Industry: From Post-War Recovery to Globalization June2011Global OutlookSaburo NakataThe recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan had a devastating impact on the people and industry of this economic and cultural giant. This article reflects on the emergence of Japan’s chemical industry in the half-century since World War II that led...
Vulnerabilities of the United States' Energy Supply - The International Context April2006Herbert W. Cooper
U.S. Research Universities - Globalize or Face Demise? January2007Special SectionWilliam R. SchowalterAlthough the effects of globalization have revolutionized corporate behavior, they are only beginning to affect the thinking, and much less the policies, of U.S. research universities. It is something that should be embraced, rather than resisted.
The Rise of China - Progress at What Price? June2007News FeatureBoonsri DickinsonAs China undergoes an industrial revolution, its once pristine lands are being choked by pollution from coal-fired plants. Spurred by the upcoming 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China is quickly cleaning the air. And, it has long-term plans to invest...