Energy NL has written to Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial party leaders ahead of the 2025 election, seeking clear positions on offshore oil and gas, Bay du Nord incentives, federal emissions cap regulations, and renewable energy development. SourceContinue Reading
South Africa’s Constitutional Court is set to rule on Shell’s disputed offshore seismic survey, a decision that could shape the future of the nation’s oil and gas exploration. The case, driven by environmental activists, has stalled Shell’s Wild Coast program since 2021. SourceContinue Reading
A new Rystad Energy study commissioned by AXPC highlights the vital role of independent producers in U.S. oil and gas. In 2024, onshore independents supported 3.1 million jobs and generated $488 billion in GDP output while producing over 85% of crude and 90% of natural gas. SourceContinue Reading
Canada has approved the $10 billion Ksi Lisims LNG project, a floating export facility backed by Blackstone, Rockies LNG, and the Nisga’a Nation. Set to start by 2028, the project will become Canada’s second-largest LNG export terminal. SourceContinue Reading
Aker BP is deepening its partnership with Cognite to deploy Cognite Atlas AI™, advancing its AI-first strategy in exploration and production. By harnessing agentic AI, Aker BP aims to boost efficiency, cut costs, and accelerate digital transformation across operations. SourceContinue Reading
GATE Energy has been awarded the full commissioning scope for bp’s Kaskida Floating Production Unit (FPU) in the U.S. Gulf. Working with Seatrium, GATE will provide systems completion, dynamic commissioning, and interface coordination for the deepwater project. SourceContinue Reading
EnerMech has played a key role in developing the American Petroleum Institute’s (API) first certification program for Bolted Flange Joints (BFJs), a new industry credential designed to improve integrity, reliability, and safety across the oil and gas sector. SourceContinue Reading
Chord Energy will acquire 48,000 acres and 9,000 boed of production in the Williston Basin from ExxonMobil’s XTO Energy for $550 million. The deal, effective Sept. 1, strengthens Chord’s drilling inventory and lowers its breakeven costs. SourceContinue Reading
Global OTEC has been selected by the DeepStar consortium, backed by Chevron, ExxonMobil and bp, to study Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) as a renewable power source for deepwater oil and gas operations. SourceContinue Reading
MEG Energy has rejected Strathcona Resources’ sweetened C$7.6 billion bid, backing Cenovus Energy’s cash-heavy offer instead. The oil sands producer’s board cited risks tied to Strathcona’s shares and reaffirmed support for Cenovus ahead of an October shareholder vote. SourceContinue Reading
