US upstream news
Chevron announces 1Q20 results
Chevron has reported earnings of US$3.6 billion for 1Q20, compared with earnings of US$2.6 billion in 1Q19.
ConocoPhillips reports 1Q20 results
ConocoPhillips has reported a 1Q20 loss of US$1.7 billion, compared with 1Q19 earnings of US$1.8 billion.
W&W Energy Services launches Knuckle Boom Crane Truck
The integrated truck and crane is designed to haul, lift and set large tanks and oilfield equipment.
Oil prices rise in response to events in US and Norway
Rystad Energy’s Head of Oil Markets, Bjornar Tonhaugen, has said that Norway's decision to cut production could be a good example for other producers outside OPEC+.
Rystad Energy warns of US shut-ins of 300 000 bpd during May and June
US oil production of at least 300 000 bpd will be shut during May and June, according to a Rystad Energy analysis of early communication from US oil producers.
Oil gains on US developments
The oil price has reversed morning losses and now enjoys limited gains.
Well Control School launches training aid
Well Control School has announced the launch of the SMART knowledge retention programme, a new online well control training aid.
Diamond Offshore begins Chapter 11 proceedings
Diamond intends to use the proceedings to restructure and strengthen its balance sheet and achieve a more sustainable debt profile.
BP expects to complete sale of Alaska business to Hilcorp in mid-2020
BP and Hilcorp have successfully renegotiated the financial terms of the deal to respond to the current environment.
Wild Well Control offers IADC WellSharp Live as a distance learning option
WellSharp Live has been developed as a temporary solution to support ongoing training and learning in the oil and gas industry during the Covid-19 crisis.