The COQA is dedicated to the belief that maintaining the integrity and consistency of the refining characteristics of crude oil streams is of importance to all parties involved in crude oil activity, from production locations to the refinery.
To this end, we hold three meetings annually. These meetings are open to the public and we welcome your attendance and involvement.
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The November 10 Turning Point blog was a special guest submission provided by Dennis Sutton, COQA Executive Director. The article, titled “Heard It Through The Grapevine? Clarifying Some Crude Quality Issues”, provides detailed information on often misunderstood crude quality topics.
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On June 23, 2020, Platts issued a proposal note, proposing specifications for WTI pipeline and cargo assessments. Their specifications address “direct-from- Permian” supply. Their release is available for viewing here.
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On May 11, 2020, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) blocked an effort by the state of Washington to tighten vapor pressure restrictions on the transportation of crude oil by rail.
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