Upstream news
Schlumberger completes multipurpose vessel seismic acquisition survey for Roc Oil in Malaysia
The 340 km2 3D seismic survey was acquired offshore Sarawak, Malaysia, for Roc Oil using a triple source array with simultaneous recording by ocean-bottom nodes and a towed-streamer spread, all from a single seismic vessel.
CAN Group retains North Sea integrity contract
CAN Group has retained a key contract in the UKCS to provide topsides inspection and integrity support services for Apache North Sea’s assets in the UKCS.
Shell starts production at Gbaran-Ubie Phase 2 in Nigeria
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Ltd joint venture has started production at Gbaran-Ubie Phase 2, a key project in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region.
Shale producers drop rigs and add hedges
Despite a slowdown in the number of rigs being added in the shale basins, output targets will be met or exceeded as producers are adding to their hedged positions, according to ESAI Energy’s recently released North America Watch.
Trelleborg to improve safety through collaborative Innovations at SPE Offshore Europe 2017
In the second annual roundtable hosted by Trelleborg, industry experts agree that the silver lining in the low barrel price is the willingness of the industry to embrace innovative solutions that can lower overall costs while not compromising safety.
FairfieldNodal to acquire WGP, a provider of marine geophysical services
FairfieldNodal announces it is in advanced discussions with Thalassa Holdings to acquire WGP Group Ltd., a premier provider of marine geophysical services headquartered in the U.K.
Well-Safe Solutions appoints two more directors
Well-Safe Solutions has announced the appointment of two more directors to lead the recently launched business which aims to become a market-leader in North Sea decommissioning.
KBR awarded additional work for Hail & Ghasha sour gas project in Abu Dhabi
KBR will also perform PMC services for the Detailed Engineering phase of the project under a contract awarded by Occidental of Abu Dhabi Ltd. which is jointly managing the project with OMV Offshore Abu Dhabi GmbH on behalf of ADNOC.
Microsoft & Halliburton collaborate to digitally transform the oil and gas industry
The relationship will combine the expertise of a global leader in cloud and digital transformation with a global leader in exploration and production (E&P) science, software and services.
KrisEnergy seal terms for Cambodia Block A oil development
Under the terms of the agreements, KrisEnergy has 60 days to declare a final investment decision thereby signalling the formal launch of the Apsara project, which is expected to take up to 24 months to produce first oil.