Upstream news
Clariant opens UK crude and fuel oil laboratory
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the new laboratory has a wide selection of testing regimes and modern methods of crude oil analysis and performance testing.
Sharjah National Oil Corporation announces first gas discovery in three decades
The Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) and its partner Eni, have announced a successful new discovery of natural gas and condensate onshore in Sharjah.
US crude oil production efficiency continues to improve
US oil production from tight formations increased in 2019, accounting for 64% of total US crude oil production, according to the US EIA.
USGS estimates 3.6 billion bbl of oil in Alaska's Central North Slope
One of the most productive areas in the world for oil remains rich in the resource, according to the latest USGS assessment.
SAExploration secures two contracts for 3D/4D data acquisition offshore West Africa
The projects are valued at approximately US$42 million and are scheduled to occur primarily during 2Q20.
Stork JV to provide engineering services for Neptune Energy's Dutch North Sea assets
The Stork Worley Integrated Solutions joint venture will provide engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning, and decommissioning services for a brownfield modification for Neptune Energy's Dutch assets in the North Sea.
Ocean Installer to install production flowline at Guillemot field
The contract was awarded by Dana Petroleum and will be executed by Ocean Installer’s office in Aberdeen, UK, with engineering work beginning immediately and offshore operations scheduled for 2Q20.
Tulip Oil gives update on Netherlands and Germany operations
The company has announced that the Q10-A field offshore the Netherlands produced 258 million m3 of gas during 4Q19, compared to 203 million m3 in 3Q19.
Egdon Resources and Shell UK reach farm-in agreement
The agreement is in relation to UK offshore licences P1929 and P2304, which contain the Resolution and Endeavour gas discoveries respectively.
Semco Maritime to prepare West Bolsta rig prior to Norway deployment
The project will be executed at Semco Maritime’s yard at Hanøytangen outside Bergen starting mid-February 2020.