Oil & gas news
Wood Mackenzie: Five mega-trends reshaping the global energy and resources landscape in 2025
Wood Mackenzie releases five charts that spotlight the most significant trends reshaping the sector globally.
EIA launches STEO modernisation; revises natural gas forecast on cold snap
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) announced plans to modernise its core short-term forecasting system.
TotalEnergies concludes agreement with Galp to enter as operator in the prolific PEL 83 license, including the Mopane discovery
TotalEnergies and Galp agreed to launch an exploration and appraisal campaign including three wells over the next two years, with a first well planned in 2026, to further derisk resources and progress diligently toward the development of the Mopane discovery.
ProSep continues Middle East growth trajectory through New Saudi Order
Demonstrating its commitment to helping operators achieve higher production performance in the Middle East, ProSep, a provider of field-proven process separation solutions, has announced receipt of a new contract for its proprietary mixing technology.
Viridien announces new seismic reimaging programme over block 22 offshore Angola to support upcoming licensing round
The 4300 km2 high-end data set will bring valuable insight into under-explored structures along the Atlantic Hinge zone, following the same trend as the proven Cameia and Golfinho fields.
IWCF launches ‘Quality Assured’ to raise the bar for global oil and gas well control training and safety
The International Well Control Forum (IWCF) has launched a new assurance framework to ensure non-accredited training meets the highest standards, setting a benchmark to support global oil and gas safety.
Vissim engaged at Qatari offshore field
A Qatar-based oil and gas operator has engaged technology company Vissim to deliver a vessel collision avoidance system using Vissim’s software, thereby enhancing maritime awareness and safety at an undisclosed oil field offshore Qatar.
Jasmine Energy raises US$25 million in a bond issue for Oman drilling campaign
Rex International Holding Ltd, together with its subsidiaries, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, Jasmine Energy Ltd (JEL), has successfully raised US$25 million in senior secured bonds with a three-year tenor.
New discovery makes 2025 a standout exploration year for Aker BP
Aker BP and operator Equinor have made a significant gas and condensate discovery in the Lofn and Langemann wells in the Sleipner area of the North Sea. Gross recoverable volumes are estimated at 30 to 110 million boe.
Equinor makes new discoveries in the North Sea
These are Equinor’s largest discoveries so far this year and can be developed for the European market through existing infrastructure.