Within this issue you will find the usual sections on Analytical Instrumentation, Measurement and Testing, Safety and Flow/Level/Pressure, plus a special feature on ATEX/IECEx, and our comprehensive A-Z product and manufacturer listings along with a global exhibition diary for the year ahead.

This issue features a range of articles from leading authors and experts. We open with an article regarding the aromatic hydrocarbon benzene.  Benzene's carcinogenicity and low work exposure limits have lead to the development of the world’s first truly selective continuous benzene monitor, as discussed in the article “Benzene – It’s time for continuous, real-time and specific monitoring”.  “Towards the next generation in integrated production control systems” takes a look at the latest innovations and systems in the field of control in the process industries.

Our special ATEX/IECEx Feature starts with an article from Ron Sinclair, focussing on “ATEX and IECEx – the latest developments from Europe and International certification” before CorDEX Instruments cover “Regulations governing the use of non-certified instruments within the oil, gas and petrochemical industries”.

A hugely informative article on FTICR analysis paves the way into our Analytical Instrumentation section, as Dr Mark P. Barrow, from the University of Warwick, explains “Ultrahigh resolution mass spectrometry: determining the molecular composition of petroleum” – not to be missed. This is followed by “Measuring the influence of antioxidant additives on oxidation stability for fast and economical dosage of antioxidants in spark-ignition fuels”.

Our final article of the issue, in the Flow/Level/Pressure section, is “Metering petrochemical additive injection fluids”, and is followed by our comprehensive product and supplier listings, and diary of events.

We hope you enjoy the 2015 Petro Industry News Buyers’ Guide, and that your year is off to an excellent start.