Alan provides us with a summary of the key takeaways from the refining and petrochemical industries in 2025, and considers what 2026 may have in store for the downstream sector.

We discuss:

  • Refining margins in 2025, which surprised to the upside.
  • How the petrochemical sector fared in 2025.
  • The impact of trade tariffs.
  • How recent developments in Venezuela will impact the refining market.
  • Alan’s advice for industry participants in the year ahead.