US upstream news
GlobalData: growth of US shale industry will hinge on discipline of operators with their capital budgets
The majority of operators have stated that they are planning to operate within free cash flow to fund their future capital expenditures, which means that the next few years of oil and gas production growth in the US will hinge on the discipline of operators with their capital budgets, says GlobalData.
Halliburton and Optime Subsea form alliance
The alliance will apply Optime’s Remotely Operated Controls System to Halliburton’s completion landing string services.
Ambyint and Microsoft partner on production optimisation
The partnership will provide E&P companies with solutions that optimise rod lift and plunger lift wells.
Storm Uri expected to have adverse effect on Shell's 1Q21 earnings
Storm Uri is expected to have an aggregate adverse impact of up to US$200 million on the company's adjusted earnings in 1Q21.
Report finds US oilfield services sector gained 23 000 jobs in March
American oilfield services and equipment sector employment rose by an estimated 23 015 jobs in March, according to a report compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Workforce & Technology Council.
Halliburton delivers real-time automated control of fracture placement
The company delivered real-time control of fracture placement while pumping on a multi-well pad using its SmartFleet intelligent fracturing system in the Permian Basin, US.
API and African Energy Chamber sign MoU to expand oil and gas standards and initiatives
The MoU will collaborate on capacity building initiatives and standardisation to enhance safety, environmental protection and sustainability in African countries producing natural gas and oil.
Dräger opens facility in Louisiana
The new location offers Dräger’s full portfolio of safety products and its offering of rental and safety services for the oil, gas and chemical industries.
Noble Corp. and Pacific Drilling to merge
Pro forma for the acquisition, Noble will own and operate a high specification fleet of 24 rigs, with 11 drillships, 1 semisubmersible, and 12 jackups.
Murphy Oil sells 50% stake in King's Quay floating production system
The King’s Quay floating production system in the Gulf of Mexico and its associated laterals will be co-owned in a joint venture with entities managed by Ridgewood Energy Corp., including ILX Holdings III, LLC.