Analysts: Laggan-Tormore, Clair Ridge among potential targets for Viaro
A handful of West of Shetland assets have been highlighted by industry experts as potential acquisition targets for Viaro Energy.
Dave Moseley
‘Diminishing hopper’ of big North Sea projects a leash on firms’ ability to offset tax hike
Westminster’s hopes of spurring North Sea spend in the coming years could be derailed by one fundamental issue: a lack of available projects.
Decom will naturally drive North Sea towards emissions reduction targets
Removing and recycling old oil and gas assets will go a long way towards helping the North Sea hit its emissions reduction targets.
‘Minimal scope’ to fast-track North Sea projects in wake of Jackdaw approval
Following the approval of Shell’s Jackdaw field, analysts are weighing in on whether the move signals an acceleration on reported government plans to “fast track” key North Sea fields.
M&A: North Sea deals won’t rush to meet oil price surge
Firms won’t be rushing into deals or investment off the back of higher oil and gas prices – the boom may even be stalling such activity in the North Sea, according to top analysts.
Harbour Energy, NEO and Waldorf all ‘likely’ destinations for Cnooc assets
The North Sea’s new class of operators could be poised to further strengthen their dominance in the basin with several major assets expected to hit the market.
Shell Cambo decision deals ‘huge blow’ to wider UK sector
The decision by Shell not to invest in the Cambo project has been deemed a “huge blow” for the UK industry and the potential for emissions-busting technology in the West of Shetland.
Equinor and Shell targets among trio of UK ‘wells to watch’ in 2021
High-impact targets from Equinor and Shell have been named among the “wells to watch” for the UK North Sea in 2021 by Westwood Energy.
North Sea operators still hungry for high risk, high impact exploration – Westwood
North Sea operators still have the “appetite” for high impact exploration over the coming 12-18 months, according to Westwood Global Energy Group, despite low success rates.
Resources at Total’s major Glendronach discovery cut by 40% following appraisal
One of the largest offshore discoveries in UK waters of the last decade has had its recoverable resources cut by 40% following an appraisal well.