(Petrobras, 4.Sep.2023) — Petrobras, following up on the releases disclosed on 03/01/2023, 03/17/2023, 03/29/2023 and 04/03/2023, informs that its Executive Board, based on the new strategic elements approved by the Board of Directors, has adopted the following decisions regarding the respective divestment processes that had not yet reached the stage […]
Year: 2023
Petrobras Inks Biofuels Agreement
(Petrobras, 4.Sep.2023) — Petrobras has signed a memorandum of understanding with MIC Capital Partners (Brazil Strategic Opportunities), a multi-strategy equity investment fund of the Mubadala Capital Group, to develop studies covering future business in the downstream segment, with emphasis on evaluating Petrobras’ participation in a biorefining project. The Mubadala Capital […]
Two COSL Rigs Awarded Drilling Contracts
(Equinor, 31.Aug.2023) — Equinor has awarded COSL Offshore Management AS two contracts and will employ COSLPromoter and COSLInnovator on the Norwegian continental shelf. The contract values are calculated at around $369mn for both firm periods. The COSLPromoter is already contracted to Equinor and will commence on the new contract in […]
EAI’s NRGBriefs: Aug. 2023
(Energy Analytics Institute, 31.Aug.2023) — Energy briefs as well as others related to finance and projects during August 2023 including Petrobras commenting on divestment process related to the LUBNOR refinery; Petrobras commenting on Sete Brasil; FMC Corporation on revenues in Latin America in the second quarter 2023; Sempra appointing Richard Mark to […]
Equinor Acquires Stake in Bayou Bend CCS Project
(Equinor, 28.Aug.2023) — Equinor has acquired a 25% interest in Bayou Bend CCS LLC, positioned to be one of the largest US carbon capture and storage projects located along the Gulf Coast in Southeast Texas. “Commercial CCS solutions are critical for hard-to-abate industries to meet their climate ambitions while maintaining […]
Petrobras Inks Deals with Chinese Banks
(Petrobras, 28.Aug.2023) — Petrobras has signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with the China Development Bank (CDB) and the Bank of China, aimed at (i) evaluating investment opportunities and cooperation in low carbon and green finance initiatives, (ii) financing Petrobras’ supply chain, and (iii) increasing and facilitating commercial and financial exchanges […]
Petrobras Inks Closing of Golfinho and Camarupim Clusters
(Petrobras, 28.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, following up on the releases disclosed on 23/06/2022 and 24/06/2022, informs that, after fulfilling the precedent conditions set out in the binding contracts signed on 24/06/2022, it has concluded the transfer of its entire stake in the sets of maritime concessions called Golfinho Cluster and Camarupim […]
Petrobras Inks Deal with CDB and Bank of China
(Petrobras, 28.Aug.2023) — Petrobras has signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with the China Development Bank (CDB) and the Bank of China, aimed at (i) evaluating investment opportunities and cooperation in low carbon and green finance initiatives, (ii) financing Petrobras’ supply chain, and (iii) increasing and facilitating commercial and financial exchanges […]
Petrobras Inks Closing of Golfinho and Camarupim Clusters
(Petrobras, 28.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, following up on the releases disclosed on 23/06/2022 and 24/06/2022, informs that, after fulfilling the precedent conditions set out in the binding contracts signed on 24/06/2022, it has today concluded the transfer of its entire stake in the sets of maritime concessions called Golfinho Cluster and […]
Coast Guard to Host Exercise in Corpus Christi
(Port of Corpus Christi, 25.Aug.2023) — The Port of Corpus Christi and United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Corpus Christi are co-sponsoring a full-scale exercise, known as “Port CC PREPARED 2023,” to enhance maritime preparedness. The exercise will be held 25 August 2023 at the entrance to the Inner Harbor […]
STRYDE Launches In-field Data Service
(STRYD, 24.Aug.2023) — STRYDE unveiled its new, novel integrated in-field data processing service, STRYDE Lens. This innovative solution is tailored to offer expedited access to interpretation-ready subsurface images, facilitating quicker decision-making. Coming just a little over a year following the introduction of the firm’s data processing service, this solution for […]
Touchstone Updates on Ortoire Operations
(Touchstone, 24.Aug.2023) — Touchstone Exploration Inc. (TSX, LSE: TXP) provides an update on Royston-1X well production testing, commissioning of the Cascadura natural gas and liquids facility, and operations at Coho. Touchstone has an 80 percent operating working interest in the Royston-1X sidetrack well and the Cascadura and Coho fields, all […]
Nickel Creek Platinum Reveals Positive PFS for its Nickel Shäw Project
(Nickel Creek Platinum, 24.Aug.2023) — Nickel Creek Platinum Corp. (TSX: NCP) (OTCQB: NCPCF) announced the results of a positive pre-feasibility study (“PFS”) at its 100%-owned Nickel Shäw Project located in the Yukon, Canada. The PFS has been prepared by AGP Consultants Inc. The estimated Project after-tax net present value (NPV) at a […]
McDermott Eyes LatAm with Addition of Transactions Partner
(McDermott Will & Emery, 24.Aug.2023) — International law firm McDermott Will & Emery welcomes Howard Kleinman as a partner in the Transactions Practice Group. Howard brings extensive international experience in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and financial transactions, with a strong emphasis on businesses and investors in Latin America. “Howard’s deep expertise across Latin America gives him a […]
TechnipFMC Awarded Contract by TotalEnergies for Girassol Project
(TechnipFMC, 23.Aug.2023) — TechnipFMC (NYSE: FTI) has been awarded a significant(1) contract to install flexible pipe and associated subsea structures for the Girassol Life Extension project (GIR LIFEX) by TotalEnergies EP Angola and its Block 17 Partners. The Company was previously awarded the engineering, procurement, and supply of subsea flowlines and […]
Ecopetrol May Restart Exploration on Eight Suspended Contracts
(Reuters, 23.Aug.2023) – Colombia’s majority state-owned oil company Ecopetrol is looking at the possibility of restarting exploration at eight suspended oil and gas contracts, chief executive Ricardo Roa said on Wednesday. The government of leftist President Gustavo Petro has prioritized weaning Colombia off of its dependence on oil and coal, […]
Guyana’s Oil Boom Grabs Bigger Share of European Market
(Reuters, 23.Aug.2023) — Guyana has gained a larger share of Europe’s oil market this year, vessel monitoring data showed, driven by rising output by a consortium led by Exxon Mobil (XOM.N) and strong demand for light sweet crude grades amid a reshuffling of global oil flows. Western sanctions on Russian oil due to […]
Petrobras Gets Help From Brazil’s Attorney General to Explore the Amazon
(Bloomberg, 23.Aug.2023) — Brazil’s government may have lifted one of the key hurdles for Petrobras to drill at a promising offshore oil region, a move that could escalate a standoff between the oil company and environmental authorities. A major impact study that the Ibama environmental agency is demanding isn’t necessary […]
Zelandez Launches New Specialized Lithium Brine Recycling Service
(Zelandez, 23.Aug.2023) — Zelandez, a provider of services to the lithium brine industry, today announced the availability of its new specialized lithium brine reinjection service. The innovative new service, believed to be an industry first, combines hydrochemistry with traditional reinjection techniques used extensively in the oil and gas market and […]
Getech Releases Globe 2023 with New Capabilities for Resource ExplorationÂ
(Getech, 23.Aug.2023) — Getech, a locator of subsurface resources, has released a new version of its proprietary digital platform, Globe. Globe models the last 400 million years of Earth’s evolution into c. 40,000 layers of geological data that facilitate the exploration of subsurface resources, including critical minerals, natural hydrogen, petroleum, […]
Petrobras on Braskem Due Diligence Process
(Petrobras, 22.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, regarding the pieces of news published in the media, reaffirms that it is carrying out due diligence on Braskem, for the possible exercise of tag along or preemptive rights, in the event of the sale of the shares held by Novonor S.A. in the company, in […]
Permian Resources to Buy Earthstone in All-Stock $4.5bn Deal
(Permian Resources, 21.Aug.2023) — Permian Resources Corporation (NYSE: PR) and Earthstone Energy, Inc. (NYSE: ESTE) have entered into a definitive agreement under which Permian Resources will acquire Earthstone in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $4.5 bn, inclusive of Earthstone’s net debt. Under the terms of the transaction, each share […]
Commonwealth LNG and Baker Hughes In Strategic Deal
(Commonwealth, 21.Aug.2023) — Commonwealth LNG has signed a strategic agreement with Baker Hughes related to Commonwealth LNG’s liquefied natural gas facility under development in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. Baker Hughes will work with Commonwealth LNG on maximizing the project’s output and minimizing emissions through the use of Baker Hughes’ LM9000 aeroderivative gas turbine technology […]
Exxon Proposes Sixth Oil Project in Guyana for $12.9 Billion
(Reuters, 21.Aug.2023) — Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) and partners plan to spend $12.93 billion to develop their sixth offshore oil project in Guyana, according to a filing published on Monday by the South American country. The floating production platform for the so-called Whiptail project would start operations in 2027 and bring the […]
ZIM Reports 2Q:23 Financial Results
(ZIM, 21.Aug.2023) — ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM), a global container liner shipping company, announced today its consolidated results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023. Second Quarter 2023 Highlights Net loss for the second quarter was $213mn (compared to net income of $1,336mn in the second quarter of 2022), or a […]
Petrobras on Remuneration Payment to Shareholders
(Petrobras, 18.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, following up on the Material Fact of 11 May 2023, informs that it will pay today the first installment of the remuneration to shareholders for the first quarter of 2023. The gross amount to be distributed today is R$ 0.946788 per common and preferred share, of […]
Exxon Mobil Wants its Piece of Citgo
(USA Today, 17.Aug.2023) — The transnational Exxon Mobil, along with 19 other creditors, registered their claims against Venezuela before a court in the United States, as part of the actions to strip the country of its main asset abroad. The US oil company takes advantage of the actions promoted by […]
CNOOC: Net Production Hit Record High
(CNOOC, 17.Aug.2023) — CNOOC Limited announces its 2023 interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2023. In the first half of the year, the company continued to pursue high-quality development, increasing efforts in oil and gas exploration and development, and improving quality and efficiency of the operations. The company […]
Tucano Gold Enters Definitive Agreement to Buy Mina Tucano Ltda.
(Tucano Gold, 17.Aug.2023) — Tucano Gold Inc entered into a Definitive Agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Mina Tucano Ltda and 100% of the shares of Tucano Resources Mineração Ltda, each for a consideration of BRL1.00, along with the submission of a proposed payment plan to Mina Tucano’s creditors […]
Ecopetrol Reveals Senior Management Changes
(Ecopetrol, 17.Aug.2023) — Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, to strengthen the team facing the new challenges of the company, in its board of directors meeting held on 16 August 2023, the following changes were made to the senior management of the company: 1. MarĂa Juliana Albán Durán, Corporate Vice President […]
Petrobras on New IR Executive Manager
(Petrobras, 17.Aug.2023) — Petrobras‘ Executive Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Eduardo De Nardi Ros to the position of Investor Relations Executive Manager, effective today. Eduardo De Nardi holds a degree in Economics from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), with a master’s degree in Economics […]
Investment of $27bn Needed to Mobilize Offshore Wind Supply Chain
(WoodMac, 17.Aug.2023) — The global offshore wind supply chain will require $27bn of secured investment by 2026 if it is to meet a fivefold growth in annual installations (excluding China) by 2030, according to latest Horizons report by Wood Mackenzie, a global insight business for renewables, energy and natural resources. […]
AES Argentina on Extension of Expiration Date of Exchange Offer
(AES Argentina, 17.Aug.2023) — On 13 July 2023, AES Argentina GeneraciĂłn S.A. announced the commencement of its offer to exchange any and all of its outstanding 7.750% Senior Notes due 2024 for newly issued 9.50% Notes due 2027 and cash consideration, as applicable, each upon the terms and subject to the conditions […]
Aris Mining Announces High Grade Drilling Results
(Aris Mining, 16.Aug.2023) — Aris Mining Corporation (TSX: ARIS) (OTCQX: TPRFF) announces the results received to date from its ongoing 2023 exploration program at its Segovia Operations in Colombia. The 84,500 metre (m) exploration drilling program is now 58% complete. Neil Woodyer, CEO of Aris Mining, commented “Our program encompasses the exciting […]
SQM Reports Earnings for Six Months Ended 30 June 2023
(SQM, 16.Aug.2023) — Sociedad QuĂmica y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) (NYSE: SQM; Santiago Stock Exchange: SQM-B, SQM-A) reported earnings for the six months ended 30 June 2023 of $1,330.1mn ($4.66 per ADR), a decrease of approximately 20% from $1,655.4mn ($5.80 per ADR) for the six months ended 30 June 2022. Gross profit reached $1,920.7mn (44.5% of […]
Petrobras on FPSO Anita Garibaldi
(Petrobras, 16.Aug.2023) — Petrobras informs that it put into production, this Wednesday, 16 August 2023, the Anita Garibaldi platform ship in the Campos Basin. Of the FPSO type (floating system that produces, stores and transfers oil), the unit will operate simultaneously in the post-salt and pre-salt of the Marlim and […]
Desert Mountain Moves Helium Processing Facility to New Mexico
(Desert Mountain Energy Corp., 16.Aug.2023) — Desert Mountain Energy Corp. (TSXV: DME) (U.S.OTC: DMEHF) (Frankfurt: QM01) has successfully completed the disassembly of the helium processing plant. All components have been transported to the West Pecos Slope Abo Gas Field and reassembly has begun. The company expects this process to take […]
Venezuela Rejects Auction That Could Lead to Citgo Breakup
(Reuters, 15.Aug.2023) — Negotiators and officials representing Venezuela are opposing a court-ordered auction of shares in a parent of oil refiner Citgo Petroleum to pay creditors claiming more than $10 billion from expropriations and debt defaults. Some 20 creditors with arbitration awards or lawsuits against Venezuela and its state oil […]
Petrobras on Tax Liabilities
(Petrobras, 15.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, in relation to the news released in the media, clarifies that any decisions regarding the management of its tax liabilities are based on careful analysis and technical studies, in compliance with governance practices and applicable internal procedures, considering the analysis of risks of possible unfavorable decisions […]
Summit Nanotech and Power Minerals Ink Term Sheet in Argentina
(Summit, 14.Aug.2023) — Summit Nanotech, a sustainable lithium extraction technology company, and Power Minerals (ASX: PNN), a mineral resources exploration company, announced they have entered into a binding term sheet leading toward a joint venture (JV) agreement to accelerate lithium production through shared asset ownership and development at the Salar […]
Petrobras Conducting Due Diligence on Braskem
(Petrobras, 14.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, regarding the pieces of news published in the media about its participation in Braskem, reaffirms that it is conducting due diligence on Braskem, for the possible exercise of tag along or preemptive rights, in the event of the sale of shares held by Novonor S.A. in […]
Petrobras on Paraná Fertilizer Plant
(Petrobras, 14.Aug.2023) — Petrobras informs that it is in the final phase of studies for the resumption of fertilizer production at Araucária Nitrogenados (ANSA), its subsidiary in Paraná. After finalizing the technical and economic feasibility studies, the resumption project will be submitted for approval by the company’s Executive Board and […]
Orvana Reports Quarterly Results
(Orvana, 11.Aug.2023) — Orvana Minerals Corp. (TSX: ORV) reports consolidated financial and operational results for the quarter ended 30 June 2023. Q3 FY2023 Orovalle Highlights: Production of 13,398 gold equivalent ounces (1) (11,522 gold ounces, 0.8 million copper pounds and 25,965 silver ounces). Q3 FY2023 COC at $1,392 and AISC at $1,712. YTD Q3 FY2023 COC at $1,378 and AISC at $1,667. […]
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Africa Energy Announces 2Q:23 Results [PDF Download]
(Africa Energy Corporation, 11.Aug.2023) — Africa Energy Corp. (TSXV: AFE) (Nasdaq First North: AEC) announces financial and operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023. OUTLOOK The Block 11B/12B1 joint venture has applied for the Production Right and is contemplating an early production system (“EPS”) for a phased development of […]
Cuban Oil Tankers Becoming Regular Visitors to Mexican Ports
(Reuters, 10.Aug.2023) — Cuba has begun using its own tankers to ramp up crude imports from Mexico, which in the second quarter surpassed Russia as a key oil provider to the fuel-thirsty island, according to vessel monitoring data. Following days-long lines to fill drivers’ tanks and power blackouts, the communist-run nation saddled […]
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Frontera Announces 2Q:23 Results [PDF Download]
(Frontera, 10.Aug.2023) — Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX: FEC) reported financial and operational results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2023. All financial amounts in this news release are in United States dollars, unless otherwise stated. Gabriel de Alba, Chairman of the Board of Directors, commented: “Frontera continues to efficiently execute on its financial, […]
Petrobras on Fuel Distribution Market Rumors
(Petrobras, 10.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, in relation to the news released in the media, clarifies that there is no decision by the competent bodies in the company to acquire any participation in the fuel distribution market. The company also informs that at the present time it does not conduct analysis on […]
Petrobras Pondering Petrochemical Sector Strategy
(Petrobras, 10.Aug.2023) — Petrobras, regarding the pieces of news published in the media, about its participation in Braskem, reaffirms that it is currently developing analyses to define the best alternative for the execution of its strategy in the petrochemical sector within the scope of its Strategic Planning. In this sense, […]
Lithium South on Production Well Program
(Lithium South, 10.Aug.2023) — Lithium South Development Corporation (TSX-V: LIS) (OTCQB: LISMF) (Frankfurt OGPQ) has formalized a contract with Well Drilling of Salta, Argentina, for the provision of a two-phase program of up to six production/pumping wells for the Hombre Muerto North Lithium Project (HMN Li Project), located in Salta Province, Argentina. Phase One […]
Tullow Sells Interest in TGBV to Eco Guyana
(Tullow, 10.Aug.2023) — Tullow Oil Plc agreed to sell its total interest in Tullow Guyana B.V. (TGBV), which includes the Orinduik licence (Tullow 60% operated equity) in Guyana to Eco Guyana Oil and Gas (Barbados) Limited in exchange for a combination of upfront cash and contingent consideration. “This transaction is […]