Elsevier integrates Geofacets into Esri ArcGIS
The new plug-in functionality, called Geofacets for ArcGISÒ, gives geoscientists the ability to make more informed exploration decisions and reduce risk.
The latest upstream news
Ampelmann completes 500 000 safe personnel transfers with BP globally
The company completed its first transfer for the oil major in Trinidad & Tobago in 2010 and has since enabled another 17 projects in seven countries.
Santos Energy: ACCC clears way for Quadrant Energy acquisition
Santos announced on 22 August 2018 the proposed acquisition of 100% of Quadrant Energy for US$2.15 billion plus potential contingent payments.
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Tidewater announces successful completion of business combination with GulfMark
Tidewater and GulfMark stockholders overwhelmingly supported the business combination.
Alba Mineral Resources: Horse Hill EWT production update
Total oil production from the 2018 EWT has reached 13 920 bbls, approximately 2.21 million litres, with gross oil sales of approximately US$1.1 million.
Will the vast potential of Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale play ever be unlocked?
The Vaca Muerta Shale Basin in Argentina is the only unconventional play outside of North America where activity has already made the transition from exploration to full-scale development.
Inmarsat enhances cyber security offering for Maritime industry
Mobile training app for crew and intelligent endpoint security for onboard computers strengthen Inmarsat's Fleet Secure portfolio of products.
North Tyneside mayor officially opens £10 million Pryme Group facility
Staff have relocated from nearby Ryton, Tyne and Wear, to a purpose-built engineering services and manufacturing centre at the Tyne Tunnel Estate, North Shields, following a £10 million investment.
Scottish-American start-up Ziyen Inc. moves into oil production
The company, which currently owns 13 oil leases, has successfully started production at its Potts lease, Indiana. This means the company has now been officially classified as an operator by the state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Gardner Denver expands water jetting systems rental partnership programme
Rental systems are currently available in the Ohio and Houston markets and will be available in California beginning January 1, 2019.
IFR joint venture commences drilling of TEC-11 horizontal well at Tecolutla
International Frontier Resources Corporation has announced that Tonalli Energia, IFR’s joint venture (JV) with Mexican petrochemical leader Grupo IDESA, has spudded the first conventional horizontal well, (“TEC-11”), at its onshore Tecolutla block.
EM&I led joint industry project attracts more top names
At the most recent meeting of the FPSO Global Research Forum in Holland last month there was a record attendance of top companies.
Aibel wins Gudrun contract
The company has been awarded the FEED contract for Gudrun Phase 2 Water Injection. The contract with Equinor also includes an option for the actual implementation (EPCI).
Bergen Group ASA and Endùr Holding AS: positive board resolutions on merger plan
The companies have unanimously approved and decided upon a final merging plan.
Cairn Energy: UK, Norway update
The company has provided an operational update for its interests in the North Sea.
Azinor Catalyst announces oil discovery
The company has announced an oil discovery at its 9/14a-17B well and associated side-track on the Agar-Plantain Prospect.
Major contract extension strengthens Expro’s position in Azerbaijan
Leading international oilfield services company, Expro, has strengthened the opening of its new purpose-built facilities in Baku, winning a four-year contract extension for BP’s Shah Deniz Stage 2 project.
Texas: roads, infrastructure, and workforce development among top priorities for oil and gas industry next session
By Ed Longanecker, president of the Texas Independent Producers & Royalty Owners Association (TIPRO).
BiSN continues to drive innovation with successful global deployments
BiSN, the global leader in innovative metal-to-metal downhole sealing solutions, is celebrating multiple ground-breaking firsts for the business.
Rystad Energy: Middle East driving global growth in conventional oil output
Middle Eastern oil production is expected to grow by 2.7 million bpd by 2025, according to latest Rystad Energy analysis.
Unique Group signs partnership agreement with Deepwater Corrosion Services Inc.
As part of the agreement, Unique Group will offer Deepwater’s technologically advanced corrosion control solutions to the Middle East market.
Rovco strengthens business development team to support continued growth
The company has established a business development team to support its growth plans, as it looks to increase its presence in key international markets.
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