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Mexico's Tula Power Plant to shift from fuel oil to natural gas
The Francisco Pérez Ríos thermoelectric plant, located in Tula, Hidalgo, and operated by CFE, is set to transition from fuel oil to natural gas as part of efforts to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and sulfur dioxide (SO2)
Norway's Prosafe extends Petrobras contract for Safe Zephyrus semi-submersible vessel
Norwegian Prosafe has extended its contract with Petrobras for the Safe Zephyrus semi-submersible vessel, securing an additional 954 days of operations, valued at $109.7mn.
Searcher begins second phase of Brazil's Pelotas Basin 3D survey
Seismic data specialist Searcher has launched the second phase of its multi-client 3D survey in Brazil's Pelotas Basin, deploying Shearwater Geoservices' vessel SW Empress at the start of 2025.
Colombia's Anadarko and Ecopetrol request revisions to Komodo exploration requirements
Anadarko and Ecopetrol have submitted a formal request to Colombia's National Authority of Environmental Licences (ANLA) to reconsider stringent conditions imposed on their Komodo exploration project.
Venezuelan oil continues to flow to the US after Maduro’s disputed inauguration
The United States will preserve Chevron's operating licences in Venezuela despite mounting tensions over President Nicolas Maduro's controversial January 10 inauguration, highlighting Washington's delicate position.
Brazil’s Petrobras awards Prosafe rig extension $110mn contract
Norway’s engineering services provider Prosafe has secured a contract extension with Brazil’s national oil company (NOC) Petrobras for its Safe Zephyrus accommodation vessel offshore Brazil, worth $109.7mn.
Brazil's Lula signs offshore wind law, vetoes unrelated energy items
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed legislation establishing a regulatory framework for offshore wind energy development, while vetoing several unrelated provisions added by Congress, known locally as "jabutis" (tortoises).
Brazilian driller Foresea secures $70mn contract enhancement for rig upgrade
Brazilian drilling contractor Foresea has secured a $70mn amendment to its contract with national oil company (NOC) Petrobras to upgrade the drillship Norbe VIII and enable shallow-water operations
Malaysia’s Yinson to integrate carbon management at Brazilian FPSO
Malaysia's Yinson Production, a subsidiary of Yinson Holdings, announced the incorporation of a carbon management process plant on its third floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) unit operating in Brazilian waters.
Brazil’s BNDES approves $163mn loan for Raízen's advanced ethanol plant
Brazil’s National Development Bank (BNDES) has approved a BRL1bn ($163mn) loan for Raízen to construct a second-generation ethanol (E2G) plant in Andradina, São Paulo.
Mexico's 700km gas pipeline completed ahead of schedule
Allseas has completed its 700-kilometre Southeast Gateway natural gas pipeline project off the coast of Mexico ahead of schedule.
Challenger Energy set for major moves in Uruguay and beyond in 2025
Challenger Energy is positioning itself for a busy 2025 with key decisions expected on its offshore assets in Uruguay, Trinidad and The Bahamas.
Guyanese crude exports jump 54% in 2023
Guyana's crude oil exports surged 54% in 2023 to approximately 582,000 barrels per day (bpd), driven primarily by European refiners seeking light sweet crude alternatives to Middle Eastern grades.
Canada’s oil producer Petro-Victory signs deal with Brazilian fund for LatAm expansion
Calgary-based Petro-Victory Energy has formed a partnership with Brazilian investment firm Blue Oak to acquire oil and gas assets across Latin America.
Shearwater begins new phase of Brazil's Pelotas Basin seismic survey
Shearwater Geoservices has commenced the second season of its 3D seismic survey in Brazil's Pelotas Basin, partnering with Searcher Seismic.
Brazil's oil firm Seacrest launches arbitration against Petrobras over pipeline repairs
Brazilian crude oil producer Seacrest Petroleo has initiated arbitration proceedings against the national oil company (NOC) Petrobras over alleged failures to repair subsea pipelines, seeking damages of $71.2mn.
Mexico's oil crisis worsens as Pemex faces declining production and revenues
Mexico’s state-owned oil company Pemex is grappling with a significant downturn in production and financial difficulties, raising concerns over the nation’s energy stability.
Trump team remains divided over Venezuela policy
The incoming Donald Trump administration in the US has sent conflicting signals about its approach to Venezuela.
Fuel price gap puts heat on Petrobras
Petrobras begins 2025 under scrutiny as a widening pricing gap between domestic and international markets for diesel and gasoline sparks calls for adjustments.
Hess boss says he is confident of winning ExxonMobil case concerning Chevron merger
Hess Corp. CEO John Hess strongly defended his company's position in the ongoing arbitration with ExxonMobil over rights to a crucial Guyanese oil project central to Chevron Corp.'s planned $53bn acquisition of Hess.
ExxonMobil to drill 30 developmental wells offshore Guyana in 2025
ExxonMobil Guyana will drill 30 development wells this year to support its major offshore projects, Yellowtail, Uaru, and Whiptail, according to Country Manager Alistair Routledge.
Venezuela outlines 2025 energy strategy following ministry restructuring
Venezuela’s Minister for Hydrocarbons, Delcy Rodríguez, convened a high-level meeting with the board of directors of state-owned oil giant Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) to outline the country’s energy production strategy for 2025.
Pemex struggles with declining oil production and rising debt
Pemex, Mexico's state-owned oil company, is experiencing its most profound crisis in decades, marked by a sharp decline in oil production and a staggering debt crisis.
ExxonMobil hails safety performance offshore Guyana in 2024
ExxonMobil Guyana has reported strong safety performance in 2024, with President Alistair Routledge highlighting this achievement as a foundation for future operations.
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