Upstream news
Intoware awarded digital software contract by Shell
Intoware will deploy its digital software platform, WorkfloPlus, to help improve Shell’s operational efficiencies through industrial connected working.
Shearwater GeoServices awarded Otway Basin 3D survey
The approximately two-month survey is expected to commence in 3Q21 covering an estimated 2700 km2.
Further investment in Åsgard field announced
Just under NOK1.4 billion will be invested to further develop the field and implement the Åsgard B low-pressure project.
Baker Hughes and Akastor ASA create offshore drilling solutions JV
The company will be owned 50-50 by Baker Hughes and Akastor and will be managed from current offices in Houston, Texas, US, and Kristiansand, Norway.
Workstrings International provides drill pipe in record-breaking Gulf of Mexico flowline cleanout operation
Workstrings was called upon to supply the CTM26 drill pipe as an alternative to coiled tubing in the multi-phase project to decommission approximately 29 000 ft of 10 in. x 6 in. insulated pipeline in the Gulf of Mexico.
Imrandd awarded data analytics and integrity contract with Apache’s North Sea business
Imrandd will apply in-house data analytics software, integrity and inspection solutions to support Apache’s continued commitment to safe and efficient asset management.
Vysus Group to support upgrade and electrification of Oseberg field
The scope will see Vysus Group perform various safety studies, from hazard identification studies to carrying out consequence modelling and quantitative risk analysis.
EIA: annual US natural gas production decreased by 1% in 2020
US natural gas production — as measured by gross withdrawals — averaged 111.2 billion ft3/d in 2020, down 0.9 billion ft3/d from 2019.
Oceaneering awarded integrated rig services contract for Gulf of Mexico development
The contract covers the Khaleesi/Mormont and Samurai fields in the US Gulf of Mexico.
Rystad Energy comments on upcoming OPEC+ meeting
Oil prices stated the day with optimism after several days of trimming February gains, as markets hope for positive news from this month’s coming OPEC+ meeting.