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Halliburton today announced the launch of the new EcoStar® electric tubing-retrievable safety valve (eTRSV). This second-generation product builds on the success of the industry’s first electric TRSV, which won the OTC Spotlight on New Technology Award in 2017. View the full article
Diamondback Energy has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Double Eagle, significantly expanding its acreage and presence in the Permian basin. The deal holds a value of approximately $4.08 billion, with Diamondback offering up 6.9 million shares of common stock and $3 billion cash in exchange for Double Eagle's assets. View the full article
Petrobras began production from the FPSO Almirante Tamandaré (Búzios 7) on Feb. 15, 2025 in the Búzios field, located in the pre-salt layer of the Santos Basin. This is the first high-capacity unit to be installed in the field, with the potential to produce up to 225,000 bpd. View the full article
Unique Group has appointed Fraser Moonie as their Global Commercial & Strategy Development Director – Survey Equipment. Fraser will play a key role in leading and executing the strategic commercial initiatives across Unique Group’s global locations. View the full article
OPEC+ is considering pushing back a series of monthly supply increases due to begin in April despite calls from U.S. President Trump to lower prices, delegates said. Postponing the increase of 120,000 bpd would mark the fourth such delay by the alliance since 2022. View the full article
SBM Offshore has been awarded a study with Petrobras for the application of carbon capture modules on FPSOs. This compact modular solution allows a significant reduction of the overall emissions associated with oil and gas production from FPSOs. View the full article
bp has announced the start of production from the second development phase of the Raven field, offshore Egypt, which involves the subsea tieback of additional Raven infill wells to its existing onshore infrastructure as part of the West Nile Delta (WND) project. View the full article
SBM Offshore has been awarded a study with PETROBRAS for the application of Carbon Capture Modules on FPSOs. This compact modular solution allows a significant reduction of the overall emissions associated with oil and gas production from FPSOs. View the full article
Expanding opportunities within Mozambique’s oil and gas sector are strengthening ExxonMobil’s commitment to local content investments, said Armando Afonso, Public & Government Affairs Manager, ExxonMobil Mozambique at a recent roundtable. View the full article
Vantage Drilling announced it has entered into a marketing agreement with Eldorado Drilling AS to market the seventh-generation Dorado Drillship for drilling opportunities in various locations in Africa, the Mediterranean, Asia and Australasia. View the full article
Saudi Aramco’s venture arm has invested in UK-based Ori, an AI cloud startup backed by Spanish telecom giant Telefonica SA as it seeks to drive the kingdom’s push to become an artificial intelligence hub. No financial terms were disclosed. View the full article
U.S. President Trump ordered the creation of a White House council focused on steering the U.S. toward “energy dominance,” with the promise of action as soon as next week. The council will be led by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, with Energy Secretary Chris Wright as its vice-chair. View the full article
Diamondback Energy is in talks to acquire Double Eagle, according to The Wall Street Journal and people familiar with the matter. The deal would be valued at around $5 billion, and a formal announcement could be made in the upcoming days, sources said. View the full article
Energy NL joins members of the energy sector in remembering the tragic sinking of the Ocean Ranger on Feb. 15, 1982. “Reflecting on the 43rd year since the tragic loss of 84 crew members of the Ocean Ranger, we are once again reminded of the harsh realities of working offshore," said Charlene Johnson, Energy NL CEO. View the full article
Kongsberg Maritime has developed a new mooring capable solution for Offshore Construction Vessels (OSCVs), expanding the capabilities of OSCVs beyond their current scope to include the pre-lay of mooring lines as a natural extension to original suction anchor capabilities. View the full article
The International Energy Agency has lowered expectations for a global oil surplus this year amid stronger demand growth in Asia and sanctions on OPEC+ nations. "Time and again, oil markets show adaptability in the face of major challenges," the agency said. View the full article
Mozambique has committed to “drill, baby, drill,” and expand exploration and production activity in a key message delivered by Florival Mucave, Chairman of the Mozambique Energy Chamber, during a roundtable event in Maputo on Thursday. View the full article
The upcoming launch of the South African National Petroleum Company reflects a broader trend across Africa, where nations are restructuring their state-owned energy enterprises to attract investment, improve efficiency and enhance energy security. View the full article
Sunnen Products Company has launched the HTE 1600W Tube Hone, an all-electric precision honing machine specifically designed for the oil and natural gas industry's demanding small diameter, long bore applications. View the full article
Petrobras has requested authorization from Brazil’s environment protection agency to prepare a drilling rig for work at a disputed offshore exploration project, a sign that the state-controlled producer is optimistic about overcoming licensing hurdles. View the full article
EDF and TAQA Geothermal have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on geothermal energy technologies including power generation and HVAC applications as well as Compressed Air Energy Storage in Saudi Arabia. View the full article
ADNOC Drilling announced record financial results for both Q4 and full-year 2024, with Q4 revenue growing 41% year-over-year, and full-year revenue increasing 32% y-o-y. ADNOC attributes the success to its expansion of onshore and offshore fleets, and its oilfield services (OFS) segment. View the full article
ADNOC Gas has signed a 14-year sales and purchase agreement (SPA) with Indian Oil Corporation for the export of up to 1.2 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to India’s largest integrated and diversified energy company. View the full article