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Oil & Gas
World’s oil and gas firms linked to 40% of CO2 emissions since 2016
A new report has revealed the world's oil and gas firms have contributed to more than 40% of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions since the Paris climate agreements.
Financial expert on ‘if you do oil and gas, we’re not interested’ attitude
There are still a number of barriers to entry for clean energy technologies while oil and gas is offering up work, creating a Catch-22 situation for supply chain firms seeking investment.
Craig International scores QatarEnergy contract
Aberdeen-headquartered Craig International has received a contract from QatarEnergy LNG, formerly Qatargas.
Labour’s EPL plans to have ‘negative impact on the wider supply chain’
There has been significant attention paid over the past few months to oil and gas taxation in the UK, following Labour’s announcement regarding its intentions for oil and gas taxation, should it form the next UK government.
Genesis Energies back in Aberdeen city centre with ambitions for growth
Genesis is targeting new clients and further growth in carbon capture, hydrogen, and asset decarbonisation as it returns to the 'heart' of Aberdeen.
Exxon sees lower first-quarter earnings on commodity prices, trading
Exxon Mobil Corp.’s first-quarter earnings will likely be lower than in the prior three-month period due to falling oil and gas prices as well as a drop in profit from mark-to-market derivatives.
Norway’s largest investors prefer climate voting over Big Oil divestment
Activist shareholder group Follow This said Norwegian investors are "true stewards" of the global economy, while their international peers promote "climate breakdown".
Aberdeen firm facing second takeover this year after ChampionX buyout
RMSpumptools to become part of SLB after its owner ChampionX was bought by the American oilfield services giant
Energean becomes operator of Wenlock and Tors ahead of decommissioning
Energean has taken over as operator of the Tors and Wenlock fields in the southern North Sea ahead of decommissioning.
Shareholder advisory firms support BP handling of Looney sacking
Two major shareholder advisor firms have endorsed BP's (LON:BP) handling of the departure of former chief executive officer Bernard Looney.
Deltic completes Selene farm-out with Dana Petroleum
Deltic Energy (AIM: DELT) has completed its farm-out deal with Dana Petroleum for a 25% stake in the North Sea’s Salene project.
Bapco scores sustainability marks to finance transformation
At a time when sustainability and financing are becoming increasingly intertwined, making the case to fund oil and gas companies can prove challenging.
Big Oil is beating Big Tech as eyes turn to crucial OPEC meeting
Big tech may be driving the stock market, but after a blow-out first quarter, big oil would like a word.
Shell says support for energy shift will wane if prices soar
Lawyers for Shell argue landmark 2021 climate ruling could have disastrous consequences as appeal gets underway.
SLB announces $7.8 billion stock deal for smaller rival ChampionX
American oilfield services giant SLB (NYSE:SLB) has announced a deal worth approximately $7.75 billion in stock to buy smaller rival ChampionX (NYSE:CHX).
Search for missing Gabon offshore worker ongoing after Perenco fire
The search for a missing offshore worker remains ongoing following a fatal fire at a Perenco-operated oil platform in Gabon.
Ping Petroleum to reawaken North Sea giant
Ping Petroleum has picked up a trio of North Sea licences, including that pertaining to the slumbering Hutton field.
Ping Petroleum completes Pilot farm-out deal
Ping Petroleum has completed its farm-out deal relating to the Pilot field in the North Sea with Orcadian Energy (AIM:ORCA).
Existing players to drive North Sea M&A deals
A murky picture has been laid out for North Sea M&A deals in the months ahead, as a general election, lack of private capital and the near-extinction of IPOs have muddied the waters.
Insurers possess the power to stop Big Oil in its tracks
On February 26, Extinction Rebellion launched co-ordinated protests in London’s “Square Mile” targeting insurers in the Lloyds of London market.
Shell set for Dutch court appearance to appeal landmark climate ruling
Shell is appealing a court ruling ordering the oil and gas supermajor to cut its carbon emissions by 45% by 2030.
EPL extension: ‘As disappointing as it was unwise’
The UK Spring Budget took place in the House of Commons on March 6, despite most fiscal budget changes already appearing in the media well in advance.
Super Puma crash 15th anniversary: ‘People from the Miller platform still turn up every year’
Friends, families and colleagues gathered in Johnston Gardens today to mark the 15th anniversary of the 2009 Super Puma crash.
CNRL starts contractor race on Ninian decommissioning campaign
Contract race also started 60-well P&A campaign for Spirit Energy