Fossil Energy
Rystad Energy: Top wildcat wells to watch this year
Several wildcat wells planned for 2019 have the potential to be “elephant” finds, according to Norwegian oil and gas intelligence firm Rystad Energy.
Helix Energy swings to loss in 4Q
Helix Energy Solutions sank to the red in the last quarter of 2018 from a profit in the same period of 2017.
Transocean posts 4Q loss. CEO says 2018 ‘transformative’
Offshore drilling company Transocean posted a net loss attributable to controlling interest of $242 million for the fourth quarter of 2018, however, the CEO is optimistic as the company last year added $2 billion in contract backlog, the highest in the last four years.
Equinor awards Vigdis job to Wood
Wood has secured a new $13 million contract with Equinor to deliver engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services to the Vigdis boosting station increased oil recovery (IOR) project offshore Norway.
Anadarko inks Mozambique LNG deal with Pertamina
U.S.-based oil and gas company Anadarko Petroleum has entered into another sales agreement for the gas from its operated Mozambique LNG project. Anadarko said on Tuesday that Mozambique LNG1 Company Pte. Ltd., a jointly owned sales entity of the Mozambique Area 1 co-venturers, had signed a sale and
Equinor presses on with plans for exploration drilling in Great Australian Bight
Equinor has released its draft environment plan (EP) for the proposed Stromlo-1 exploration drilling program in permit EPP 39 in the Great Australian Bight for public comment.
James Fisher expands in Middle East with Murjan acquisition
James Fisher and Sons has continued its expansion in the Middle East with the acquisition of Murjan Al-Sharq Marine Contracting.
Norway’s January oil output lower than expected
Norwegian oil production during January 2019 was below expected figures, according to Tuesday’s report by the NPD.
Skandi Olinda vessel begins Petrobras contract
The Skandi Olinda, a Brazilian-flagged flexible lay and construction vessel, has started its eight-year charter contract with Petrobras.
Oil and gas companies evaluating effects of exploration moratorium in Italy
In the wake of the Italian Senate suspending oil and gas exploration activities for 18 months, companies have already started to see the effect of the suspension on their operations.
Kick-start your career in the maritime, offshore, and energy sector
Everyone who is interested or curious about a career in the maritime, offshore, and energy sector can register for free as of February 19 to visit the Navingo Career Event on May 23, 2019.
Former COSL man joins OPITO as director
Global standards and workforce development organization OPITO has named has appointed a new director of the company.
Gazprom taps missile-maker for subsea oil & gas equipment
Almaz-Antey, Russia’s famous missile maker and one of the world’s largest defense system contractors, has signed a contract with Gazprom to supply the energy company with subsea production systems, in a move to cut reliance on imported subsea oil and gas technology.
Oilfield services giants strengthen foothold in Qatar
Qatari national oil and gas company Qatar Petroleum has signed agreements with oilfield services majors Schlumberger and Baker Hughes which will see the two companies strengthen their presence in the country.