April 15, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
North Dakota’s steep increases in crude oil production is feeding refineries on America’s coasts. Transportation costs keep Bakken sweet crude prices well below the Texas benchmark price. Continue Reading
March 10, 2012 in The Daily Republic
Within a decade, this oil field will produce approximately 3 million barrels of oil per day. Expansion and development of oil refining near and around existing refineries can provide huge benefits to the northern region. Continue Reading
February 2, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
The United Steelworkers union and Shell Oil on Wednesday announced a tentative deal on a new three-year contract covering Shell refinery workers across the country. The deal will be used as a model for negotiations between union workers and Tesoro, which owns the Mandan refinery. Continue Reading
December 8, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Tesoro’s decision is being lauded by U.S. Sen. John Hoeven and petroleum industry officials. North Dakota Petroleum Council President Ron Ness says it’s “fantastic news” for both diesel suppliers and consumers. Continue Reading
November 1, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Tribal officials are seeking a proposal for up to $400 million to build the refinery in four stages. The tribes hope to retain full ownership but will consider partnerships or joint ventures.
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October 14, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Dozens of people have reported having trouble with their vehicles after filling up with gas in the neighboring cities of Bismarck and Mandan. Continue Reading
August 4, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
The refinery would be one of the first constructed in the United States in the past three decades and would be operated by the Three Affiliated Tribes of Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Indians. Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., said it represents “an important milestone and a tremendous opportunity for the Three Affiliates Tribes and our state.” Continue Reading
February 26, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Gunmen attacked Iraq’s largest oil refinery before dawn today, killing a guard and detonating bombs that sparked a fire and forced the facility to halt operations, officials said.
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February 4, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Repairs to a gasoline-making unit damaged by a blaze at Tesoro Corp.’s North Dakota refinery aren’t expected to be completed for several weeks, the company said today. Continue Reading&
January 25, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Supporters of a new oil refinery in western North Dakota want state subsidies and a guaranteed loan for the project. Continue Reading
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