SFO charges former Petrofac execs with UAE bribery
Chedid and Salibi are due to appear in Westminster Magistrates’ Court on February 19, 2024 to hear the charges.
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Time to light up Adnoc’s offshore operations
The project “highlights our commitment to providing our customers with innovative solutions for reliable and low carbon energy”, Buffon said.
The great drilling rig migration: jacking up and shipping out
Now that rates are rising, Middle Eastern demand is slowing – but Southeast Asia has been touted as the next step.
UAE poised for 2024 output boost on quota change
The United Arab Emirates will increase its output target to 3.075 million barrels a day in January, or about 135,000 barrels a day more than it pumped last month.
Adnoc Drilling boosts EBITDA, agrees Jordan entry
Adnoc Drilling added four jack-ups during the period, which should start working in December. It now has 124 rigs in its fleet.
Adnoc L&S adds eight jack-up barges
The ZMI CEO said the company was ready to "expand our operations across Asia and explore new markets”.
UAE to stump up $4.5bn for clean power in Africa
Masdar will stump up $2bn of equity, with another $8bn in project financing and through its Infinity Power venture. The Abu Dhabi-based company intends to reach 10 GW of clean energy in Africa by 2030.
Lamprell wins five-jacket contract from NPCC
The project scope for the NPCC work covers fabrication, painting and load out of the five jackets and boat landings. There is an optional scope, covering sea fastening of the structures.
Adnoc drills world first carbonate saline aquifer CCS well
The company already operates the Al Reyadah carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility, which has 800,000 tpy of capacity.
Masdar, Inpex strike e-methane deal
Masdar CEO Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi said the agreement “opens an exciting new chapter for Masdar as we explore how to unlock the full potential of green hydrogen to produce fuel for homes and businesses”.
Adnoc begins building first high-speed hydrogen fuel station
“Through this pilot programme, we will gather important data on how hydrogen transportation technology performs as we continue to develop the UAE’s hydrogen infrastructure.”
Adnoc without oil – company considered rebrand ahead of COP28
“We are increasingly aware of the reputational challenges posed by our brand name and positioning,” the centre reported Adnoc as saying.
Adnoc Gas awards $600mn Habshan pipeline work
The company said that more than 70% of contract value would go back into the UAE, under its in-country value (ICV) programme.
Petrofac takes Adnoc EPC prize at Habshan
“Petrofac has a long and strong track record supporting Adnoc in the UAE, rooted in our steadfast commitment to maximising local delivery, investing in the local supply chain, and developing local teams," said Petrofac Engineering & Construction COO Elie Lahoud.
Adnoc awards $975mn artificial island contract
The Lower Zakum long-term development plan aims to increase production to a peak of 500,000 barrels per day. Adnoc expects to achieve this in around five years.
Adnoc Drilling orders six more hybrid rigs
The new rigs will use a high capacity battery and engine, in parallel to traditional diesel generators. As a result, Adnoc Drilling said the new units would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15% in comparison with a traditional rig.
UAE’s top oil producer Adnoc explores introducing new heavier crude grade
Creating the new grade could help ensure the quality of Adnoc’s other offshore crudes by weeding out heavier barrels.
Masdar signs up Adnoc Drilling for geothermal push
Studies from Masdar highlight the importance of new drilling and completions technology to control costs.
Abu Dhabi bank first out of the blocks to target emissions
FAB is aiming to reduce scope one to three emissions in the oil and gas sector by 7 to 15% by 2030, from a 2021 baseline.
Accelerating acquisitions, Adnoc Drilling orders hybrid land rigs
The company said the new rig order was a “direct response” to Adnoc’s production targets. It aims to reach 5 million barrels per day of capacity by 2027, in addition to achieving gas self sufficiency for the United Arab Emirates.
Cepsa sells down Abu Dhabi interests to Total
Cepsa said the sale was intended to allow it to focus on its Positive Motion strategy. This will make Cepsa a leader in sustainable mobility, biofuels and green hydrogen in Spain and Portugal, it said.
Adnoc Gas opens book to public, aims to raise $2 billion
The offer runs until March 1. It covers around 4% of the shares in the company. It will raise $1.9 to 2 billion. The price values Adnoc Gas at $47 to 50.8bn.
Germany receives first Middle Eastern LNG, from Adnoc
Alebri said the delivery “demonstrates how the UAE is continuing to work closely with our strategic partners in responsibly providing secure, sustainable and affordable energy supplies”.
Samsung Engineering venture wins early Hail, Ghasha work
Adnoc has awarded Samsung Engineering a letter of award for pre-construction services on the Hail and Ghasha project.
Adnoc launches gas unit, eyes international LNG expansion
Gas, he said, would be “a critical fuel in the energy transition and Adnoc Gas, through its world-scale operations and significant growth and expansion plans, will be well-positioned to meet both local and international gas demand”.