Advanced Refining Technologies LLC

Advanced Refining Technologies LLC, operating as ART Hydroprocessing™, is a premier provider of hydroprocessing catalysts for the global refining industry. The company develops and supplies advanced catalyst systems that enable the production of lower carbon intensity fuels from a variety of feedstocks, including conventional petroleum and renewable sources.

Established in 2001 as a 50/50 joint venture between W. R. Grace & Co. and Chevron, ART was fully acquired by Grace in November 2025 and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary. Its portfolio includes catalysts for fixed bed and ebullated bed resid hydroprocessing, distillate hydrotreating, hydrocracking, lubes hydroprocessing, and specialized solutions for renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel production such as the EnRich® and ENDEAVOR™ systems.

ART maintains a global manufacturing and technical support network and continues as the exclusive supplier of certain hydroprocessing catalysts to Chevron Lummus Global (CLG) for licensed process units. The company leverages combined expertise in catalyst technology, process licensing, and materials science to help refiners optimize yields, extend run lengths, and improve operational efficiency.

Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, United States, ART holds a leading position in the hydroprocessing catalysts market, supporting the refining sector's transition toward cleaner and more sustainable fuel production worldwide.