Supply chain excellence

Optimizing value chains and managing procurement risk across oil & gas, energy, and chemicals

Maximizing margin performance requires a resilient, integrated value chain from initial sourcing through production to final delivery. ADI Analytics provides the fast, asset-grounded analytics needed to optimize logistics and protect industrial operations from severe inflationary pressures. Leveraging our proprietary databases and technical domain expertise, we establish strategic, long-term supplier relationships that drive competitive advantages across oil & gas, energy, and chemicals.

Strengthen vendor networks. Deploy advanced supplier benchmarking and tiered procurement decision approaches to transform one-sided vendor interactions into strategic partnerships that unlock significant technological advantages.

Streamline asset logistics. Optimize material throughput, processing flows, and delivery cycles through targeted logistics optimization to reduce cycle times and insulate field operations from broader market inflation.

Mitigate structural uncertainty. Formulate data-driven inventory strategy profiles and proactive supply chain risk management frameworks to perfectly balance equipment availability with lean capital allocation.

Experience

LNG sourcing strategy and oil price outlook

ADI Analytics assessed LNG sourcing options and market dynamics to support an oil company’s evaluation of LNG for steam generation within its operations. The client A national oil company evaluating LNG sourcing strategies and deal structures to support internal energy needs. The situation The client sought to understand the cost and strategic implications of using […]

Global airline’s SAF sourcing plan

ADI has advised a global airline carrier with its SAF sourcing plan The client International airline carrier The situation Interested in developing its SAF sourcing and procurement plan ADI’s contributions Demand analysis Comprehensive SAF demand analysis, exploring current trends and future projections in the SAF market. Supply analysis Evaluated existing production facilities and future supply […]

European biomass sourcing strategy

An integrated oil & gas player in Europe leveraged ADI’s research and analytics to develop its biomass feedstock sourcing strategy. The client European integrated oil & gas and petrochemical company The situation Support for biomass feedstock sourcing strategy for captive use and trading ADI’s contributions HVO and SAF market research Analyzed the North American and […]

Global hydrogen market assessment and outlook

ADI developed high-level demand and supply forecasts for liquid hydrogen over a 10-year period, with a focus on mobility and semiconductor applications. The work highlights the ortho-to-para conversion catalyst requirements and the impact of rapid cooling on storage boil-off risks. Demand scenarios were balanced against a database of over 600 low-carbon hydrogen projects to identify […]

Client Results
ADI was very responsive in providing a clear, concise, detailed report on the methanol supply chain in Texas Gulf Coast area. ADI has the ability to dig deep in a topic to provide value at all levels.
Krishna Punwasi Chemicals Marketing Manager, Air Liquide
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Middle East conflict’s fallout more limited than expected

Part of ADI Analytics’ ongoing coverage of the implications of the Iran conflict across oil & gas, LNG, refined products, and chemicals. Analysts have been quick to predict permanently altered LNG trade flows, structurally different chemical markets, and a new global energy order following the Iran conflict. Several months into the conflict, the evidence points […]

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Japan vs. South Korea: SAF projects diverge

Japan and South Korea are moving from aspirational sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) targets toward blending mandates. In July 2026, Japan announced plans to mandate a 1% SAF blend in fiscal year (FY) 2030, rising to at least 3% in FY2031 and 5% or more from FY2032–34. South Korea announced its phased SAF mandate in 2025, […]

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What recent M&A reveals about the catalyst industry

The catalyst industry is entering a new phase, with 2026 marking a period of significant portfolio realignment and expansion into adjacent catalyst technologies and services across refining, petrochemical, polymer, and emissions-control markets. The transactions shown in Exhibit 1 highlight a broader shift in how companies are positioning themselves across the catalyst value chain. For instance, […]