MRC Global selected as pipe, valves and fittings provider for PBF Energy renewable diesel project

Houston, Texas-based MRC Global Inc. announced May 26 that Chalmette Refining has selected MRC Global (US) Inc. as the primary pipe, valves and fittings (PVF) products provider for CR’s renewable diesel project in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. Chalmette Refining is a subsidiary of PBF Energy Inc., one of the largest independent refiners in North America.

The renewable diesel plant will include a pretreatment unit at the manufacturing site that will enable Chalmette Refining to process renewable materials such as soybean and corn oil, as well as other biobased fats and oils, into feedstocks for the primary unit. When completed, the production unit will have a nameplate capacity of 840,000 gallons per day (approximately 290 million gallons per year) of renewable fuel, with start-up expected in the first half of 2023.

MRC Global is also the primary agreement provider of PVF products and services to PBF’s six U.S. refineries, which includes all project and maintenance, repair, and operations needs.

“We have a long history with PBF, and we appreciate their trust in MRC Global to support this strategic energy transition project,” said Rob Saltiel, MRC Global president and CEO. “Our technical expertise, quality processes, location footprint, and proven record of reliable service to PBF have enabled this exciting opportunity for our company.”