Frontieras North America Appoints Refining Veteran Robert Portz as Vice President of Operations and Engineering

Frontieras North America, an energy and environmental technology company, has appointed Robert Portz as vice president of operations and engineering, according to a press release. Portz brings more than three decades of refining operations experience, having held leadership roles at facilities operated by Ashland Oil, Hunt Refining Company, Sinclair Oil and PBF Energy. He previously helped build Wyoming Renewable Diesel Company under Sinclair and later served as technical manager at PBF Energy’s Toledo Refinery.

In his new role, Portz will oversee facility operations development for Frontieras’ planned flagship plant in Mason County, West Virginia. His responsibilities include engineering coordination, construction oversight, workforce development and commissioning activities. The company is commercializing its patented FASForm™ Solid Carbon Fractionation process, a zero-waste technology designed to convert coal and other solid hydrocarbons into fuels, hydrogen, industrial carbon, sulfuric acid and fertilizer through a closed-loop process.

The appointment underscores Frontieras’ commitment to advancing its innovative technology, which aims to transform coal and other hydrocarbons into clean-burning fuels and valuable byproducts. The company focuses on delivering abundant, affordable, and available energy through profitable, market-driven innovation. For more information, visit the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/Frontieras.

Portz’s extensive background in refining operations is expected to be instrumental in bringing the Mason County plant to fruition. His experience includes leadership roles in both traditional refining and renewable diesel projects, positioning him well to oversee the novel FASForm process. The company believes that his expertise will help ensure efficient development and operation of the facility.

The FASForm technology represents a significant advancement in solid carbon fractionation, offering a closed-loop system that minimizes waste. By converting coal and other solid hydrocarbons into multiple marketable products, including hydrogen and industrial carbon, Frontieras aims to address both energy needs and environmental concerns. The company’s approach aligns with growing demand for sustainable energy solutions and reduced emissions.

Frontieras North America is an energy and environmental technology company commercializing the patented FASForm process. The company is focused on delivering abundant, affordable, and available energy through profitable, market-driven innovation. For more information, visit www.frontieras.com.