AM-15-21 Turning a Tier 3 Profit

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Environmental regulations have become increasingly challenging for refiners to adapt profitable solutions while maintaining feedstock and product flexibility. Notably, the continued reduction in refined product sulfur specifications has revolutionized the landscape of the industry over the last decade with the continued rise of importance for hydrotreating solutions within refinery complexes. This saga will continue as the industry moves toward the future Tier 3 regulations where the production of less than 10 ppm ultra-low sulfur gasoline (ULSG) will be required in 2017. However, technology has answered the call and responded with resounding success. Several refiners have already implemented strategies to meet Tier 3 blend stock requirements providing profitable, flexible solutions. This is a testament to the industry’s commitment to enriching the environment and communities in which we provide energy solutions.