Africa
DP World Expands into Suriname
Global Marine terminal operator DP World Limited announced today that it has expanded its portfolio to Suriname on the northeast coast of South America, acquiring a controlling interest in both Integra Port Services (‘IPS’), the Company holding a concession for a container and break-bulk terminal wi
Chevron: GLCC Technology Boosts Production from Takula Field, Offshore Angola
For decades, the Takula Field offshore Angola has been one of Chevron’s best producers in southern Africa. But through the innovative modeling and implementation of a gas liquid cylindrical cyclone (GLCC), those results got even better: Oil production rates increased by approximately 2,100 barrels o
Ghana: Lower Volta River Dredging to Bring Benefits
The Volta River Authority (VRA) has signed an agreement with SOTEG, a North African construction firm for the dredging of the estuary of the… By Masahudu Ankiilu Kunateh (ghanaian-chronicle) [mappress] Source: ghanaian-chronicle, July 22, 2011;
Vanco Buys Stake in SL-5-11 Offshore Block in Sierra Leone
Vanco has agreed to acquire from Oranto Petroleum Ltd. a 21% stake in the Petroleum Agreement for SL-5-11 Offshore Block in the Republic of Sierra Leone (West Africa), subject to customary conditions precedent. The Petroleum Agreement for SL-5-11 provides for the drilling of one exploration well bef
Chevron: GLCC Technology Boosts Production from Takula Field, Offshore Angola
For decades, the Takula Field offshore Angola has been one of Chevron’s best producers in southern Africa. But through the innovative modeling and implementation of a gas liquid cylindrical cyclone (GLCC), those results got even better: Oil production rates increased by approximately 2,100 barrels o
The Netherlands: Offshore Energy Event Keeps Growing
The 4th edition of Offshore Energy will again be bigger than previous editions. Based on exhibitor numbers of 2010 (231), the expected number of exhibitors this year is 300. Current developments show that this number of exhibitors is realistic. Even more, based on present numbers, event-orgaziner Na
The Netherlands: Offshore Energy Event Keeps Growing
The 4th edition of Offshore Energy will again be bigger than previous editions. Based on exhibitor numbers of 2010 (231), the expected number of exhibitors this year is 300. Current developments show that this number of exhibitors is realistic. Even more, based on present numbers, event-orgaziner Na
Melrose Resources Spins Drill Bit in Bulgaria. Provides Exploration Activities Update
Melrose Resources plc , the oil and gas exploration, development and production company today provides an update on its exploration activities and provides notification of a planned industry analysts’ Exploration Presentation on 4 August 2011. Highlights the Company is pursuing a number of high pote
Harvest Discovers More Oil Offshore Gabon
Harvest Natural Resources, Inc. today announced an update to its drilling operations in the Dussafu Ruche Marin-1 (DRM-1) well drilled in the Dussafu Marin PSC, offshore Gabon, West Africa. Harvest operates the Dussafu PSC, holding a 66.667% interest. The DRM-1 well was initially drilled in 380 feet
Harvest Discovers More Oil Offshore Gabon
Harvest Natural Resources, Inc. today announced an update to its drilling operations in the Dussafu Ruche Marin-1 (DRM-1) well drilled in the Dussafu Marin PSC, offshore Gabon, West Africa. Harvest operates the Dussafu PSC, holding a 66.667% interest. The DRM-1 well was initially drilled in 380 feet
Somali Pirates Threaten Oceanographic Research and SeaGlider AUVs
The Somali pirates, who now prowl most of the Indian Ocean have not only interfered with merchant shipping, but with oceanographic research… (strategypage) [mappress] Source: strategypage, July 21, 2011;
Ghana: VRA, SOTEG Ink Agreement for Lower Volta River Dredging
The Volta River Authority (VRA) on Wednesday signed an agreement with SOTEG, a Business and Technology Solutions Company, to dredge the … (ghananewsagency) [mappress] Source: ghananewsagency, July 21, 2011;