AFPM urges STB to reject latest rail merger application, citing competition concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), alongside the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD), American Chemistry Council (ACC), the Fertilizer Institute (TFI) and the National Industrial Transportation League (NITL), filed a joint motion urging the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to deny the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger application.
AFPM: FAA drone rules essential to better protect critical energy infrastructure
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) submitted comments to the Department of Transportation (DOT) on the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) proposed rule for implementing Section 2209 of the Safety and Security Act of 2016 and creating a framework for addressing unauthorized unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or drone) operating near fixed-site critical infrastructure.
AFPM applauds Senate introduction of CRA resolutions challenging California vehicle and engine mandates
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) today applauded the introduction of four Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions in the U.S. Senate to overturn California vehicle and engine mandates.
AFPM supports bill to strengthen U.S. recycling framework
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) Vice President Midstream and Petrochemicals Rob Benedict today issued the following statement urging support for the Recycled Materials Attribution Act (RMAA).
Why it’s essential for the U.S. to import and export energy
Supply disruptions tied to the Strait of Hormuz have renewed questions about U.S. energy security and why events halfway around the world still affect energy markets here at home. While we are the world’s largest crude oil producer and make more than enough gasoline, diesel and jet fuel to meet domestic demand, we still import and export both crude oil and refined products.
U.S. refiners key to stabilizing global energy markets
U.S. refiners play a critical role in moments of supply/demand imbalance. Thanks to their scale, complexity, efficiency and global reach, American refineries keep fuel flowing efficiently here at home while also supplying much-needed gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and other products to our allies abroad.
AFPM on gasoline prices
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers offered the following explanation of fuel price fundamentals.
What’s going on with refining margins and industry profits?
Gasoline and diesel prices are front-of-mind for Americans, and people are understandably interested in whether there’s a connection between higher pump prices (which refiners do not set) and higher profits in the refining industry. That deserves a deeper dive.
Walking the Job — Where safety starts
Safety is priority one for refiners and petrochemical manufacturers. Every day, our industries operate in complex, high‑risk environments where careful planning, clear communication and shared accountability are essential to keeping people safe. One of the most effective ways companies reinforce that commitment is through a long‑standing practice known as Walk the Job — a successful practice that helps ensure work is done safely before it ever begins. afpm