
Mermaid wraps up first phase of North Sea decommissioning campaign for Shell UK
Mermaid Subsea Services UK has completed the first stage of a major North Sea decommissioning contract for Shell UK Ltd.
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Mermaid Subsea Services UK has completed the first stage of a major North Sea decommissioning contract for Shell UK Ltd.

Petrobras and Colombia's state-run oil and gas company, Ecopetrol, have reported two major gas discoveries in the country's offshore basins.

The MoU includes the extension of the Motihari – Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline to Chitwan and the construction of new oil storage terminals and a transnational pipeline, says GlobalData.

ExxonMobil is progressing several energy initiatives on the African continent.

GlobalData: Gulf of Mexico's oil and gas operations recover as Hurricane Helene moves north.

MHI Compressor International Corporation successfully delivers CO2 product compressor package for ExxonMobil’s carbon capture project in Wyoming.

Brazilian oil company Prio has agreed to acquire a 40% interest in the Peregrino and Pitangola Fields, jointly known as Peregrino, in the Campos Basin, offshore Brazil, for US$1.92 billion (10.43 billion reais).

The acquired assets are expected to sustain a production level of around 100 000 boe/d by 2025, says GlobalData.

A global exploration company’s decision to cease its search for new gas supply in Victoria’s Otway Basin is a major blow to the state’s energy security and will compound looming gas shortfalls in eastern Australia, according to Australian Energy Producers.

Interocean Marine Services (Interocean), has announced it will receive ABS and DNV approval for ultrasonic thickness measurements by use of drones on mobile offshore units.

The company also plans to invest around US$2.5 billion/y to enhance oil production by 50 000 bpd over the next few years.

The company emerged victorious over competing bids from industry giants bp and EOG Resources.