Industry perspectives
Since August 2011 the gasworld editorial team have brought you monthly perspectives courtesy of some of the most well informed members of the industrial gas community. And thanks to our new website you can now come here, every month, to read and peruse the latest takes on the industrial gas business.
The latest thoughts
A relationship in vogue Subscription
When I came to gasworld five years ago, LNG wasn’t on the radar. It wasn’t an industrial gas, it didn’t have the same hype as hydrogen, and it wasn’t particularly topical. Oh how that has changed, for both gasworld and the industrial gas community.
Inhalation still a hazard Subscription
It seems that despite media attention, many are still largely unaware of the risks involved in inhaling helium. This may stem from the fact that helium is, generally speaking, safe. The real danger of this inert, non-toxic gas lies in its ability to displace oxygen, leading to asphyxiation.
South America – An abundance of opportunities Subscription
After two absolutely enjoyable weeks of visiting the Atacama Desert, touring the vineyards in Colchagua and finishing up in Chilean Patagonia, I had the opportunity to see what is likely one of the world’s southernmost cylinder filling stations in the world near Punta Arenas, near the strait of Magellan. What a fitting way to end my vacation and start my business trip.
Cooperation is key to CCS Subscription
The successful and widespread deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) is an important part of the world’s clean energy future. While renewable energy sources are often prominent in clean energy conversations, the critical role of CCS is often overlooked and must be emphasised.
South Africa – life beyond the bush Subscription
South Africa is a country I have been visiting for over 20 years and in that time there has been many developments in the country, the people and the industrial gas industry. It has become a global player in every way.
Ten minutes
10 minutes with... Matthias Kuhn Subscription
Take ten minutes out to catch-up with Matthias Kuhn, General Manager, Packaged Gases UK & Ireland, Air Products.
10 minutes with... Hans Lonsain Subscription
Take ten minutes out to catch-up with Hans Lonsain, Chairman and Managing Director, Chart Ferox.
10 minutes with... Michael Blondin Subscription
In a new addition to gasworld magazine, take ten minutes out to catch-up with the VRV Group's Global Sales & Marketing Director, Michael Blondin.
10 minutes with... Dirk Zschalich Subscription
In a new addition to gasworld magazine, take ten minutes out to catch-up with Herose GmbH Managing Director Dirk Zschalich.
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Ten minutes more
10 minutes more...with Hans Lonsain Subscription
Spend 10 minutes more with Hans Lonsain and see what else the Chairman and Managing Director of Chart Ferox had to say about geographical growth, future travel plans, and his hopes for 2012.
10 minutes more...with Matthias Kuhn Subscription
Spend 10 minutes more with Matthias Kuhnand see what else the General Manager of Packaged Gases UK & Ireland for Air Products had to say about management, the future of the gases business, and life away from the office.
10 minutes more...with Michael Blondin Subscription
Spend 10 minutes more with Michael Blondin and see what else VRV's Global Sales & Marketing Director had to say about the cryogenic equipment business, future travel plans, the 'next step' with VRV, and more.
Company profiles
Butler Gas Products – Continuous Improvement in gases, delivery and tracking Subscription
The Butler Gas Products story began in 1945 with the entrepreneurial efforts of two brothers who started with a small gas and welding supply business.
Special features
Equipment in the LNG supply chain Subscription
With the increasing opportunities being discovered in the LNG distribution chain, Cryostar’s Philippe Heisch offers an insight into the equipment deployed in the LNG supply sector - and why.
Interviews
10 minutes more with... Sylvie Villepontoux Subscription
Spend 10 minutes more with Sylvie Villepontoux and see what else the Managing Director of Air Liquide UK had to say about the future of the gases business both in the UK and globally, issues close to the heart of the BCGA, and even the last book she read.
