Upstream news
Halliburton introduces next generation wireline logging sensor
The company has announced the release of the Xaminer® Magnetic Resonance (XMR™) Service.
VAALCO Energy, Inc. announces 10-year extension of Etame exclusive exploitation areas through 2018
The company has announced the receipt of the Presidential Decree approving the successful execution of an Amendment to the Etame Marin Production Sharing Contract (PSC) in Gabon between the Government of Gabon and the Etame Participating Interest owners.
Santos targets production of more than 100 million boe by 2025
The company has outlined its plans to grow production to more than 100 million boe by 2025, almost doubling current levels of production.
Equinor strengthening subsea collaboration with Aker Solutions and TechnipFMC
The company is signing collaboration agreements with Aker Solutions and TechnipFMC for subsea equipment and services on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS) and internationally.
Halliburton releases Intelligent Rotary Steerable System
The company has announced the release of the technology, which delivers faster drilling, accurate steering and longer laterals.
North Sea: Total increases its share in the Danish Underground Consortium
Total has agreed to purchase from Chevron all the share capital of Chevron Denmark Inc. which holds a 12% interest in the Danish Underground Consortium (DUC), a 12% interest in Licence 8/06, and a 7.5% interest in the Tyra West pipeline.
Argentina’s recently announced offshore bidding round is a long-term game with high exploration risk and still some above-ground uncertainty
Adrian Lara, Senior Oil and Gas Analyst at GlobalData, provides his view on the impact on the upstream sector.
New product expands critical infrastructure solutions for emergency repairs
Clock Spring Company, Inc. is expanding its product line with the introduction of Leak Stopper™, an emergency solution for onstream leak repair.
Fifth birthday of the ODIN ‘diverless’ UWILD system
The first system was applied on an FPSO in Brazil for one of the world’s largest lease operators.
GlobalData: oil and gas companies gearing up for electric vehicles onslaught
The company’s latest report explores how the industry is preparing for the rise of electric vehicles, and the reasons why.