Upstream news
Genel Energy acquire stakes in Chevron operated blocks in the KRI
The company has reached agreement to acquire stakes in the Chevron operated Sarta and Qara Dagh blocks, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Santos Energy: Van Gogh infill project lifts oil production
The company has announced first oil from the Van Gogh infill project, marking the successful completion of the two-well programme that will increase production from the field.
Oil Plus marks strong end to 2018 with US$4 million of contract wins
Specialist oil and gas consultancy, Oil Plus, has secured contracts worth more than US$4 million (£3.14 million) in the last three months.
TMK announces FY 2018 operational results
TMK, a producer of tubular products for the oil and gas industry, announces its operational results for the fourth quarter and twelve months of 2018.
WoodMac: India's oil demand growth momentum to continue, exceeding China in 2019
Wood Mackenzie analyst, Aman Verma, provides a commentary on India's oil products outlook.
GETI 2019: fresh thinking the key to averting oil and gas skills crisis
The third annual Global Energy Talent Index (GETI) has been released. It shows that oil and gas businesses must continue evolving their approach to attracting and recruiting talent.
New CGG survey supports Gabon’s 12th offshore licensing round
subset of the data over the offered license blocks will be available in advance of Gabon’s 12th offshore licensing round planned for June 2019.
Element strengthens senior leadership team
The company has appointed Matt Hopkinson as its new Executive Vice President (EVP) for the Oil & Gas and Infrastructure sector.
10 developments that will shape Africa’s energy sector in 2019
This year will be key for the advancement of new exploration and production development projects from West to East Africa, according to the African Energy Chamber.
EM&I’s laser scanning technology to be used for 3D imaging on ultra-deepwater drillship
EM&I have been awarded a contract by a major drilling contractor in the Gulf of Mexico to laser scan the moon pool deck area on an ultra-deepwater drillship.