Emerson Helps Neste Rapidly Increase Production of Biofuels

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Emerson (NYSE: EMR) has been chosen to support Neste's digital transformation at its Tuas, Singapore refinery. This project aims to increase production by 1.3 million tons annually by 2023, enhancing Neste's capacity for renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Emerson will implement automation systems and utilize its Project Certainty methodology to ensure timely and on-budget delivery. The collaboration leverages advanced analytics and cloud engineering to optimize operations. Neste's expansion aims to help reduce carbon emissions significantly by 2030.

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• Emerson's partnership with Neste enhances its role in sustainable fuel production.
• The project supports Neste's goal of increasing production capacity by 1.3 million tons annually.
• Incorporation of Emerson's advanced automation systems enhances operational efficiency.

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Emerson (NYSE: EMR), a global technology, software and engineering company, has been selected to support Neste’s digital transformation of its expanded refinery in Tuas, Singapore. Emerson’s automation systems and software will help Neste deliver high-performance, efficient operations, supporting Neste’s plans to increase production by up to 1.3 million tons per annum by 2023.

Neste is the world’s largest producer for renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel produced from renewable waste and residue raw materials. At the end of 2018, Neste made a strategic decision to expand its production facility in Singapore via the Singapore Expansion Project. On top of its existing 1.3 million tons annual production capacity of renewable diesel, the expanded refinery will have additional capacity to produce up to 1 million tons of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable raw materials for polymers and chemicals, supporting the company’s goal to reduce customers’ greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20 million tons annually by 2030.

To ensure the construction of the Neste Singapore Expansion Project is on time and on budget, Emerson is working with Neste to incorporate its Project Certainty methodology, the company’s approach to ensuring successful capital project execution. Emerson will help Neste complete automation system implementation smoothly to bring Neste’s expanded refinery on line by 2023. Cloud engineering capabilities enable global engineering teams to collaborate remotely to optimize project designs and accelerate project schedules. Smart Commissioning software automates device commissioning, enabling faster, smoother startup of the production.

“By incorporating a digital foundation, advanced analytics and mobile collaboration capabilities into its expanded refinery’s operations starting from its construction phase, Neste is well positioned for long-term operational excellence,” said Ron Martin, president for Emerson’s process systems and solutions business.

Neste will apply Emerson’s DeltaV™ automation system and software to control production for efficient performance and to deliver on-demand remote access to data and analytics. Emerson’s advanced systems, software, analytics and mobility tools – part of its Plantweb™ digital ecosystem – establish the foundation to digitally transform operations by turning relevant data into new operational insights and actionable information that empower better decision-making.

For more on Emerson’s Plantweb digital ecosystem, visit Emerson.com/Plantweb

For more on Emerson’s DeltaV automation system, visit Emerson.com/DeltaV

About Emerson

Emerson (NYSE: EMR), headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global technology and engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial and residential markets. Our Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid and discrete manufacturers maximize production, protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Commercial & Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency and create sustainable infrastructure. For more information, visit Emerson.com.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of Emerson's partnership with Neste?

Emerson is supporting Neste's digital transformation at its refinery in Singapore to enhance production efficiency and capacity.

What is the production increase expected from Neste's expanded refinery?

Neste's expanded refinery aims to increase production by up to 1.3 million tons annually.

How will Emerson's technologies impact Neste's operations?

Emerson's automation systems will optimize operations and provide better data access for decision-making in Neste's expanded refinery.

What key technology will Emerson provide to Neste?

Emerson will implement its DeltaV™ automation system and software to control production at Neste's refinery.

When is Neste's expanded refinery expected to be operational?

The expanded refinery is expected to be operational by 2023.