EM&I awarded life extension study
EM&I has been awarded a life extension study for an FPSO offshore Gabon.
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Aquarius Marine Coatings Ltd to launch anti-foul solution to offshore oil and gas sector
The coating is designed to help underwater infrastructure continue to meet expected standards.
Tendeka’s new surface modification treatment increases oil recovery in unconventional shale plays
To overcome the challenge of low recovery factors in shale reservoirs, independent global completions service company Tendeka, has launched ShaleModifier.
Serious work-related incident at Heimdal
Two Equinor employees were injured in a serious work-related incident on board the Heimdal platform in the North Sea on 28 November.
Oil and gas sector logistics expert warns businesses about effective no-deal Brexit in 2020.
An oil and gas sector logistics expert has warned the industry’s businesses trading with the EU that Britain could still be effectively heading for a no-deal Brexit at the end of 2020.
Nexans power umbilicals will play critical role in Ormen Lange Phase 3 project
Nexans has announced an award by OneSubsea® for the design, manufacture and supply of two 120 km power umbilicals for a subsea multiphase compression system.
Tendeka’s new surface modification treatment increases oil recovery in unconventional shale plays
To overcome the challenge of low recovery factors in shale reservoirs, independent global completions service company Tendeka, has launched ShaleModifier.
Unique Group wins multi-million-dollar COOEC saturation dive system contract in China
Under this contract, Unique Group will design, manufacture and deliver a classed saturation diving system to be integrated on COOEC’s vessel, including technical support during and post installation.
The reality of snakebites – time is tissue
With at least 600 000 people worldwide killed or permanently disabled each year, snakebites are the biggest public health crisis that no one has heard of. For projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America, the oil and gas industry needs to consider the risks of workers being bitten and its corporate social responsibility to support local communities with this silent killer. Remote Medical International, working alongside the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation, have developed proven management and response strategies specific to the threat of snakebites.
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Neodrill eyes up South East Asian market with new business development hire
Neodrill has announced that it will enter the South East Asian market following the addition of Tor Odegard to its team.
AqualisBraemar and HOSE International enter inspection partnership
AqualisBraemar and HOSE International have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly provide rig and well control inspection services for the offshore industry.
PetroRio selects RiskPoynt for risk barrier management solution
This software is a response to the process safety trend worldwide and part of PetroRio’s HSE Excellence initiative.
OPEC daily basket price stood at US$64.21/bbl Monday 25 November 2019
This is in comparison to the US$64.56/bbl the price stood at the previous Friday.
Bureau Veritas awarded a three year asset integrity contract with Shell Tunisia
The scope comprises technical safety services, asset integrity and inspection services and general support services.
Coretrax acquires Churchill and has sights set on further growth
Coretrax, the specialist well construction and intervention company, has acquired Churchill Drilling Tools as part of an ongoing growth and expansion strategy.
Unlocking offshore’s repair and maintenance siloes can drive profitability, efficiency and safer working conditions
As the oil and gas industry recovers, rationalisation is its focus when bringing new assets online and relaunching existing ones, unlocking maximum value in a shift from yesteryear’s excesses. While this is not always easy, composite provider SPS Technology has identified a set of means to achieve this, as Ian Nash, SPS Technology, explains.
Japan Drilling Company begins Vietnam drilling campaign
The jack-up drilling rig HAKURYU-11 started the drilling operation based on the subcontract with PetroVietnam Drilling & Well Services Corporation on 19 November at Vung Tau, offshore Vietnam.
ABB unveils world-first, commercially viable subsea power system
Energy companies using the system will be able to access a reliable supply of up to 100 MW of power over distances of up to 600 km and at a depth of 3000 m via a single cable, paving the way for greater access to offshore hydrocarbons.
TGS begins Senegal 3D survey
The Senegal North Ultra-Deep Offshore (SN-UDO-19) 3D survey will covers over 5100 km2.