ExxonMobil
selects Invensys as provider of real-time optimization software
Posted: 1 March 2004
Leading refining, energy and petrochemical company to implement
SimSci-Esscor systems globally
SimSci-Esscor, an operating unit of Invensys plc, today announced
it has signed a perpetual license agreement with ExxonMobil Research
and Engineering Company to provide its industry leading real-time
optimization (RTO) software, ROMeo, to Exxon Mobil Corp.'s worldwide
affiliates. The contract includes software licenses, engineering
services, technical support and training.
This new agreement provides for use of the RTO software for open-
and closed-loop online unit optimization. In addition, the license
covers use of ROMeo for off-line unit optimization such as process
and equipment monitoring and olefins plant optimization. This agreement
complements ExxonMobil's long-standing relationship with SimSci-Esscor
for detailed engineering design and simulation tools.
ExxonMobil will begin implementation of ROMeo as part of its molecule
management initiative.
"We are pleased that ExxonMobil has chosen SimSci-Esscor as
its provider of real-time optimization solutions," said Ken
Brown, SimSci-Esscor's vice president and general manager. "Having
been selected as a technology partner, we look forward to helping
the company realize maximum benefits from our technology."
About Exxon Mobil Corp. and ExxonMobil Research and Engineering
ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company is a wholly owned research
and engineering subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corp. Exxon Mobil Corp.
is a leading international energy company whose subsidiaries have
operations in approximately 200 countries and territories. ExxonMobil
has exploration and production activities in some 50 countries,
refining operations in 26 countries, 45,000 service stations in
more than 100 countries, and petrochemical manufacturing or marketing
operations in more than 150 countries around the world.
About SimSci-Esscor
SimSci-Esscor, an operating unit of Invensys plc, is a
leader in the development and deployment of industrial process simulation
software and systems for a variety of industries, including oil
and gas production, petroleum refining, petrochemical and chemical
manufacturing, electrical power generation, mining, pulp and paper,
and engineering and construction. SimSci-Esscor solutions enable
clients to minimize capital requirements, optimize facility performance,
and maximize returns on investments in producing assets. SimSci-Esscor
supports more than 750 client companies in more than 70 countries.
For more information, visit the SimSci-Esscor Web site at www.simsciesscor.com.
About Invensys
Invensys is a global leader in production technology. The
group helps customers improve productivity, performance and profitability
using innovative services and technologies and a deep understanding
of their industries and applications. Invensys works closely with
customers to increase performance of production assets, maximize
return on investment in production and data management technologies
and remove cost and cash from the supply chain. The company includes
APV, Avantis, Eurotherm, Foxboro, IMServ, SimSci-Esscor, Triconex
and Wonderware, and other well-known brands. These businesses address
process and batch industries -- including oil and gas, chemicals,
power and utilities, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and personal
health care products, metals and mining -- plus the discrete and
hybrid manufacturing sectors.
Invensys operates in more than 60 countries, with its headquarters
in London.
For more information see www.invensys.com
Posted by Richard Price,
Editor Pipeline Magazine
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