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ExxonMobil begins oil output at Brazil’s Bacalhau field
ExxonMobil Brasil, alongside partners Equinor, Petrogal Brasil and PPSA, has commenced oil production at the Bacalhau field in Brazil’s Santos Basin, marking the company’s first upstream output in the country.
Equinor begins output at major Bacalhau oilfield in Brazil
Equinor has started oil production from the Bacalhau field in Brazil’s Santos Basin, the Norwegian state-controlled company said, marking its first operated pre-salt project in the country.
Petrobras makes fourth oil find in Brazil’s pre-salt this year
Brazilian state-controlled oil firm Petrobras informed the National Petroleum Agency (ANP) of a new oil discovery in well 3-BRSA-1400A-SPS, drilled in the Aram block of the Santos Basin.
Venezuelan bonds surge as investors bet on political shifts and US pressure
The rally marks a dramatic turnaround for debt that has languished in default since 2017, when US and international sanctions effectively blocked the country from any restructuring process
Venezuela reaffirms support for OPEC+ as ties with Russia deepen
Speaking virtually at Russia Energy Week 2025 on October 15, Rodríguez said Venezuela remains a staunch defender of the group’s framework, which she described as essential to ensuring a sustainable energy future
Colombia's GeoPark commits $14.5mn to Vaca Muerta pilot project in Argentina
Colombian oil explorer GeoPark will deploy $14.5mn in a pilot venture within Argentina's Puesto Silva Oeste block. The three-year programme will target the Vaca Muerta shale formation in southwestern Neuquén province.
Latin American energy integration, Brazil's continued growth
The energy map of Latin America is being redrawn. This month, Brazil’s Petrobras completed its first import of unconventional natural gas from the Vaca Muerta play in Argentina, marking a significant step in regional energy integration.
Venezuela seeks to deepen energy ties with Russia
Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro has formalised a strategic cooperation treaty with Russia aimed at consolidating political and economic collaboration with Moscow.
Pemex reaches deal with oil workers union for 4.5% wage hike
Mexican state energy company Pemex announced on October 15 it reached agreement with the influential STPRM oil workers union on a 4.5% salary boost as part of revising the 2025-2027 collective bargaining contract, Reuters reported.
Mexico triples Cuba fuel shipments to $3bn in four months
Mexico dispatched $3bn worth of subsidised hydrocarbons to Cuba between May and August through Pemex subsidiary Gasolinas Bienestar, tripling shipments from the previous administration's final two years
Petrobras brings Tupi back online as Brazil climbs oil ranks
Brazil’s state-run oil company Petrobras has resumed production at its Tupi offshore oilfield, restoring one of its largest pre-salt assets and supporting the country’s growing share in global oil supply.
Brazil’s Ibama presses Petrobras over Amazon oil permit
Brazil’s environmental regulator Ibama has asked Petrobras for further information as part of the licensing process for drilling in the Foz do Amazonas Basin, according to documents reviewed by Reuters.
Petrobras pushes Brazil to back vegetable oil diesel
Brazil’s state-controlled oil company Petrobras is urging the government to require the use of diesel fuel mixed with vegetable oil, chief executive Magda Chambriard said.
Brazil’s COP30 fossil fuel phase-out draws most initiatives
The goal of shifting away from fossil fuels has attracted the highest number of initiatives in the COP30 action agenda, according to its coordinator, Bruna Cerqueira.
Norwegian operator Sea1 bags three-year Brazil deal for platform supply vessel
Norwegian vessel operator Sea1 Offshore, previously trading as Siem Offshore, has landed a new assignment for one of its platform supply vessels (PSVs) in Brazilian waters
Norway’s DOF Group awarded two charters agreements from Brazil’s Petrobras
DOF Group has secured two four-year charter agreements with national oil company (NOC) Petrobras for operations in Brazilian waters
Amazon oil output rises as PetroTal battles production setbacks in Peru
Peru’s oil sector recorded a strong rebound in September, with national crude output climbing 21.8% year-on-year to 42,400 barrels per day (bpd).
ExxonMobil Guyana's production hits 770,000 barrels per day after latest project comes online
ExxonMobil's Guyana operations have reached a new production milestone of 770,000 barrels per day following the August startup of its Yellowtail project, the consortium's fourth floating production facility in the prolific Stabroek Block.
Peru seeks investment from Chevron and Saudi Arabia for energy and mining sectors
Peru is actively courting major investments from Saudi Arabia and US oil giant Chevron to revitalise its mining and energy sectors, with Energy and Mines Minister Jorge Luis Montero outlining plans to turn the country into a strategic resource hub.
US appeals court upholds Helmerich & Payne win against Venezuela
The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld a lower court ruling that dismissed claims by state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA), determining the expropriation violated international law
Sintana Energy to acquire Challenger, expanding offshore exploration in Uruguay
Under the terms, Challenger shareholders will receive about 25% of Sintana’s issued share capital upon completion, which is expected by the end of Q4 2025
Russia overtakes US as Venezuela’s naphtha supplier
Shipments from the US to Venezuela fell to zero between March and October, while Russian exports surpassed 7mn barrels over the same period, according to Kpler data—marking the first substantial deliveries from Moscow in nearly six years
Gold Reserve seeks to disqualify US judge and advisers in Citgo auction
The Toronto-listed company alleges conflicts of interest and is demanding the process be halted until its concerns are addressed, according to filings reported by Reuters
Colombia's Ecopetrol board chair de Greiff quits over Petro's Monómeros, Venezuela plans
Mónica de Greiff resigned from Ecopetrol's board of directors during an October 14 meeting, citing strategic disagreements with President Gustavo Petro's proposals regarding Venezuelan petrochemical firm Monómeros.
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