Oil & gas news
Australia Pacific LNG project receives environmental approval
The Australian Government has granted environmental approval for ConocoPhillips’ and Origin Energy’s US$ 35 billion joint coalbed methane (CBM) project in Queensland.
Oil & gas supply chain opportunities in the Middle East
The Middle East continues to be a key market for the UK supply chain, which is not surprising given the region’s significant share of the world’s oil and gas reserves and the fact that plenty of investment is taking place.
Reliance Industries and BP announce partnership
Reliance Industries Limited and BP have announced a partnership between the two companies.
NPRA comment on US oil tax
NPRA says Obama oil tax increase would hurt consumers.
Total begins production at Itaú field
Total has announced the startup of the Itaú gas and condensate field.
Southwest commissions largest solar dish in North America
Southwest Solar Technologies has commissioned the largest solar dish in North America in order to improve the efficiency of its power generation capability.
Xstrata declares force majeure in New South Wales
Xstrata has declared force majeure at its Ulan mine in New South Wales, Australia. Production at the mine has been forced to halt due to heavy rain.
First oil proves historic for Ghana
Striking first oil is significant for any nation – and for any oil and gas company. But when oil flowed at the Jubilee field in Ghana, it was a particularly historic event.
Chevron battling court case in Ecuador
A court in Ecuador has ordered Chevron Corp. to pay US$ 8.6 billion for damages to part of the Amazon region.
API comment on US oil tax
API believe that administration tax hike will hurt jobs, cut government revenue.