Neste, the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, has signed an agreement to divest its proprietary NAPCON technology to Lummus Technology.
NAPCON encompasses a comprehensive suite of digital solutions, including interactive operator training simulators, game-aided learning systems, real-time process optimisation tools, AI-based process predictors, and real-time process information gathering, monitoring, and analytics. These products have been continuously developed to meet the highest standards of process safety, operational profitability, and production asset competitiveness.
Markku Korvenranta, executive vice president and COO of Neste, commented: “I am thrilled by this announcement. Lummus has the capability to keep NAPCON technology competitive as well as secure the maintenance and development of existing installations for Neste and the broader NAPCON client base. We believe Lummus is the right partner to scale up NAPCON technology and ensure its long-term competitiveness.”
Leon de Bruyn, president and CEO of Lummus Technology, added: “I am grateful for the long-term partnership with Neste, renowned for their industry vision. The acquisition of NAPCON’s digital solutions and the continuation of our partnership with Neste represent transformative steps for Lummus. This move aligns with our strategic vision of integrating cutting-edge AI-driven solutions with process technology to enhance customer operations.”
Neste currently uses NAPCON installations across its production sites to optimise operations, ensure operator competence, and provide critical insights for refinery decision-making. As part of the transaction, the two companies have entered into a long-term service agreement to guarantee the continued maintenance and development of NAPCON systems at Neste facilities. Key personnel associated with NAPCON will also transfer to Lummus to ensure continuity and leverage critical expertise.
Lummus Technology, through its digital arm Lummus Digital and in collaboration with Ferroman, will provide ongoing digital services for NAPCON. Ferroman is a transatlantic provider of digital and engineering solutions for the steel and process industries, specialising in advanced automation, AI-driven optimisation, and green transition services across the Nordics, Middle East, and the Americas.
Lummus Digital, a joint venture between Lummus Technology and TCG Digital, combines process engineering expertise with advanced data science to deliver integrated digital solutions to industrial customers.
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