AFPM Challenges Decision on Tank Car Surcharge
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) filed a petition for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, challenging the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) dismissal of its complaint against the unlawful surcharge imposed by BNSF Railway Company on DOT-111 tanks cars carrying crude oil.
Our Industries’ Aversion to Becoming #Social
A recent Pew study found that seven-in-ten Americans now use social media. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. Social media has existed for the better part of 15 years. It is entrenched in our societal fabric.
AFPM Applauds Long Overdue Approval of Keystone XL Pipeline
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Statement by American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) President and CEO Chet Thompson on the announcement of the U.S. State Department approval of the cross-border permit to advance Keystone XL pipeline.
Administration to Reopen Evaluation of Auto Efficiency Standards
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Statement by American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) President and CEO Chet Thompson following President Donald Trump’s visit to Michigan where he announced the Administration would reopen the current evaluation of auto efficiency standards for Model Year 2022-2025 light-duty vehicles
Two Upcoming Events for Women in Petrochemicals
March is Women’s History Month, and the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has two upcoming opportunities for the women in our ind
#GetOverIt with Petrochemicals
Today is #NationalGetOverItDay. The day to get over any minor (or major) gripes that are draining your energy, time, and/or equilibrium.
We Make Progress
From agriculture, to medical devices, to fuels and safety equipment, our members' products are integral to modern life. We make progress.
Sen. Inhofe’s RMP Resolution Will Enhance Safety and Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) supports Senator Jim Inhofe’s (R-OK) Congressional Review Act resolution to disapprove the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Risk Management Program (RMP) rule.
Cybersecurity Trends in 2017
Last month I, along with 40,000 other people, attended the annual RSA Conference in San Francisco.