BIC Magazine

12/09/2025

Jeremy Osterberger sits down with ECC representatives Arnie Salinas, VP Downstream at Arion, Daniel Huben, Director of Project Engineering at Evonik and Mikala P., Business Development Manager at Keystone Engineering Inc, to preview ECC Extra 2026 and the Future Leaders kickoff in Birmingham, Alabama.

Watch the interview: https://www.bicmagazine.com/media/videos/inside-ecc-extra-2026-future-leaders-and-project-delivery-insights/

The conversation explores how the conference is addressing leadership alignment, owner decision making, labor and skills gaps and construction strategies such as modularization to improve project delivery resilience.

12/09/2025

The U.S. has expanded its list of tariff exclusions, but most chemical producers are still waiting for relief.
While sectors like aerospace and pharmaceuticals received new carve-outs, bulk chemicals, polymers and widely used resins remain fully tariffed.
That means higher input costs and continued supply-chain pressure heading into 2026.
➡️ https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/regulations/us-expands-tariff-exemptions/

According to ICIS, the newest batch of exclusions carves out materials tied to aerospace, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors and other high-value sectors.

12/09/2025

This strategic acquisition of Symmetry Energy Solutions, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals, would enhance NextEra Energy Resources' existing customer supply business.

Read the full story here: https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/investment-banking/nextera-energy-resources-to-acquire-symmetry-energy/

12/04/2025

Kicking off the holidays with great company at this year’s BIC Christmas Party! Always grateful for a team that works hard, supports one another and knows how to celebrate together.

12/03/2025

Recently, at Clean Gulf, Jeremy Osterberger spoke with Josh DeMarr and Angie Martin about Arcwood Environmental’s growing footprint in hazardous waste management across the U.S.

They discussed the company’s nationwide transportation capabilities, disposal services, lab packing and on-site support.

Josh and Angie also highlighted Arcwood’s recent acquisitions, including a hazardous waste explosives incinerator, and how the company is expanding closer to customers with additional environmental services.

12/03/2025

Join top industry leaders on this FREE webinar as they discuss how AI, predictive analytics and digital transformation are fundamentally changing safety operations in real time.

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This virtual roundtable will explore practical applications of emerging technologies that identify and mitigate risks before incidents occur, with a focus on preventing serious injuries and fatalities.

Presenters:
Russell F. Klinegardner, MBA, CSP, President & CEO, Health and Safety Council® (Moderator)
Honor Sheard, Environment, Safety & Security Director, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
John Bollom BS, COSS, Lead Corporate Safety Specialist, Enterprise Products
John Castaneda Jr, Sr. Manager of Stewardship, Celanese Corporation

Thank you to our sponsors: Health and Safety Council® and Bradley Company

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11/27/2025

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

The suspension of the project, which had already experienced delays, reflects a wider slowdown in efforts by traditional oil and gas firms to transition to cleaner energy sources, as many of the initiatives struggle to turn a profit.

Read the full story: https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/refining-petrochem/exxonmobil-freezes%C2%A0plans-for-major-hydrogen-plant/

11/25/2025

Joseph Israel, executive VP and president of refining and renewables with Delek US Holdings, keeps a constant focus on business fundamentals and objectives while prioritizing safety and compliance for the Fortune 500 company.
Delek US

Joseph Israel, executive VP and president of refining and renewables with Delek US Holdings, keeps a constant focus on business fundamentals and objectives while prioritizing safety and compliance for the Fortune 500 company.

11/24/2025

In this vlog, Jeremy Osterberger breaks down the rapid rise of white hydrogen and why geologists, operators and policymakers are paying close attention to this naturally occurring resource.

11/21/2025

The BIC staff got together yesterday for a Thanksgiving lunch, and it was a great reminder of how lucky we are to work with such a supportive team. Good food, good conversations and a nice break to reconnect.

Moments like these strengthen our culture and make BIC an incredible place to work.

11/21/2025