Business & Finance
Quantum Energy Plans to Link Israel, Cyprus and Greece via Subsea Cable
Quantum Energy Ltd, an electricity company controlled by Athens-based Public Power Corporation SA, plans to build a cable connecting Israel… (ekathimerini) [mappress] Source: ekathimerini , January 24, 2012;
Italy: EMSA Vessel to Assist SMIT Salvage with Bunker Oil Removal from Costa Concordia
The EMSA-contracted Stand by Oil Spill Response Vessel Salina Bay arrived this weekend on site of the Costa Concordia to assist SMIT Salvage, who is in charge of the bunker removal and pollution response operations. Preparations are on-going for the removal of the bunker oil from the grounded cruise
CGX Finalizes 3D Seismic Program on Corentyne License, Offshore Guyana
CGX Energy Inc. announces that the 1,160 square kilometre 3D marine seismic contract that was announced on December 5, 2011 has been completed. The seismic acquisition was performed by the PGS Ramform Challenger, a state-of-the-art seismic ship owned by a subsidiary of Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS).
PGS Completes 3D Seismic Offshore Guyana
CGX Energy Inc. announced that the 1,160 square kilometre 3D marine seismic survey program offshore Guyana has been completed. The seismic acquisition was performed by the PGS Ramform Challenger, a state-of-the-art seismic ship owned by a subsidiary of Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS). PGS used their du
Harris CapRock Provides VSAT for Siem Offshore’s Fleet in Brazil
Harris CapRock Communications, a global provider of fully managed communications for remote and harsh environments, has been chosen by Siem Offshore to deliver turnkey Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) communications to five of its supply vessels, located offshore in Brazil. The SeaAccess solution
Philippines: Nido Starts 2D Seismic Acquisition in SC 58
Nido Petroleum Philippines Pty Limited, a subsidiary of Nido Petroleum Limited, as Operator of Service Contract 58 (‘SC 58’), on behalf of partner the Philippine National Oil Corporation – Exploration Company (‘PNOC-EC’), announces the acquisition of new 2D seismic in SC 58. Key highlights: • Approx
Nido Petroleum: New 2D Seismic in SC 58, Offshore Philippines
Nido Petroleum Limited, as Operator of Service Contract 58 (‘SC 58’), on behalf of partner the Philippine National Oil Corporation – Exploration Company (‘PNOC-EC’), is announces the acquisition of new 2D seismic in SC 58. Approximately 1,000 line kilometres of new 2D seismic will be acquired over t
Port of Long Beach, OOCL Sign Largest Terminal Deal in US History
The Port of Long Beach has reached a tentative agreement on a 40-year, $4.6 billion lease with Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) for the Middle Harbor property, in what would be the largest deal of its kind for any U.S. seaport, Port of Long Beach Executive Director J. Christopher Lytle announce
Harris CapRock to Equip Siem Offshore’s Fleet in Brazil with VSAT
Harris CapRock Communications, a global provider of fully managed communications for remote and harsh environments, has been chosen by Siem Offshore to deliver turnkey Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) communications to five of its supply vessels, located offshore in Brazil. The SeaAccess solution
Norway: PSA Conducts Audit of BG Norge’s Management of Knarr Field
On 8 December 2011, the Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSA) conducted and audit of BG Norge’s (BG) management of the Knarr field development. Objective The objective of the audit was to inspect the company’s compliance with health, safety and environment requirements in connection with the Knarr
Norway: Great Interest in 22nd Licensing Round
The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has received proposals from 37 companies regarding blocks which the companies wish to see included in the 22nd licensing round. A total of 228 blocks and partial blocks have been nominated in the 22nd licensing round, 107 of which were nominated by two or more co
Brazil: Gabrielli Steps Down as Petrobras’ CEO
Brazil’s oil company Petrobras has confirmed the news published by the press claiming that the company’s CEO Mr. José Sérgio Gabrielli de Azevedo will step down from its current position. The company’ Board of Directors president, Guido Mantega, already informed that the current Gas & Energy Directo
UK: ISS Launches State-of-The-Art Anti-Piracy Solution
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, and Vessel Protection Solutions (VPS) announced the launch of a new anti-piracy partnership that will provide the ultimate protection for vessels and their crews while operating in known piracy regions. The solutions w
Rig Still Burning Offshore Nigeria. Chevron to Drill Relief Well
Chevron Nigeria Ltd. (CNL) is finalizing plans to commence drilling a relief well to control the Funiwa Deep 1A well, a natural gas exploration well in shallow water offshore Nigeria. The fire is still burning at the well site. No rig structure can be seen above the water. Based on the condition of