Upstream news
Elsevier integrates Geofacets into Esri ArcGIS
The new plug-in functionality, called Geofacets for ArcGISÒ, gives geoscientists the ability to make more informed exploration decisions and reduce risk.
Ampelmann completes 500 000 safe personnel transfers with BP globally
The company completed its first transfer for the oil major in Trinidad & Tobago in 2010 and has since enabled another 17 projects in seven countries.
Santos Energy: ACCC clears way for Quadrant Energy acquisition
Santos announced on 22 August 2018 the proposed acquisition of 100% of Quadrant Energy for US$2.15 billion plus potential contingent payments.
Tidewater announces successful completion of business combination with GulfMark
Tidewater and GulfMark stockholders overwhelmingly supported the business combination.
Alba Mineral Resources: Horse Hill EWT production update
Total oil production from the 2018 EWT has reached 13 920 bbls, approximately 2.21 million litres, with gross oil sales of approximately US$1.1 million.
Will the vast potential of Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale play ever be unlocked?
The Vaca Muerta Shale Basin in Argentina is the only unconventional play outside of North America where activity has already made the transition from exploration to full-scale development.
Inmarsat enhances cyber security offering for Maritime industry
Mobile training app for crew and intelligent endpoint security for onboard computers strengthen Inmarsat's Fleet Secure portfolio of products.
North Tyneside mayor officially opens £10 million Pryme Group facility
Staff have relocated from nearby Ryton, Tyne and Wear, to a purpose-built engineering services and manufacturing centre at the Tyne Tunnel Estate, North Shields, following a £10 million investment.
Scottish-American start-up Ziyen Inc. moves into oil production
The company, which currently owns 13 oil leases, has successfully started production at its Potts lease, Indiana. This means the company has now been officially classified as an operator by the state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Gardner Denver expands water jetting systems rental partnership programme
Rental systems are currently available in the Ohio and Houston markets and will be available in California beginning January 1, 2019.