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BP steps up shoreline protection plans on US Gulf Coast

BP has launched the next phase of its effort to contain and clean up the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, with a significant expansion of onshore preparations in case spilled oil should reach the coast.

 
 
 

Reforming the Nigerian petroleum industry

The Nigerian Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) is an ambitious attempt, 10 years in the making, to comprehensively reform the Nigerian oil and gas sector. While theoretically it makes a great deal of sense, in practical terms it is flawed.

 
 

Pakistan LNG deal declared null and void

Pakistan’s Supreme Court has nullified a deal between Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry and GDF Suez for the supply of LNG after it emerged a lower bid was not even considered.

 

A tale of two natural gas giants

Ng Weng Hoong takes a look at the changing fortunes of the oil and gas industries in Iran and Qatar in LNG Industry's Spring regional report.