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Guyanese government determined to safeguard oil sector amid renewables transition
Guyana’s government affirmed its commitment to developing its oil resources despite the global shift towards renewable energy investments, with government officials underlining the country's competitive advantages in the oil sector.
YPF strengthens foothold on Vaca Muerta as crude production soars
YPF's unconventional crude production soared in the third quarter of 2023, marking a major milestone in Argentina's energy sector development.
YPF in talks with global oil majors to become partners in LNG export project
Argentina's national oil company YPF is seeking new equity partners for its LNG export project amid uncertainty over Petronas's continued involvement, CEO Horacio Marin revealed.
Guyana confirms CGX Energy no longer in control of Corentyne Block
A dispute over the ownership of Guyana's Corentyne Block has escalated as CGX Energy claimed operatorship in its Q3 2024 financial statements, directly contradicting statements from senior Guyanese government officials.
Touchstone Exploration reports successful well testing in Trinidad and Tobago
Touchstone Exploration has reported successful completion of well testing at Cascadura-2ST1 and Cascadura-3ST1, with both wells demonstrating significant production potential.
Mexico’s energy strategy expands support for Cuba and renewable initiatives
Mexico's government, under President Claudia Sheinbaum, has taken an assertive stance on energy reform, addressing both domestic and international needs.
PDVSA gas pipeline explosion injures five in eastern Venezuela
A gas pipeline explosion at a Petroleos de Venezuela SA (PDVSA) facility in eastern Venezuela has left eight workers dead, , marking the latest in a series of accidents at the state-owned oil company's ailing infrastructure.
Petrobras to launch FPSO tenders for multiple projects by year-end
US extends Citgo protection amid legal disputes
The US Treasury Department has extended a licence safeguarding Citgo Petroleum, the US subsidiary of Venezuela's state-owned oil giant PDVSA, from creditors until March 2025.
Russia and Venezuela sign cooperation deals on energy, intelligence, automotive industry
Russia and Venezuela deepened their strategic partnership on November 7 by signing multiple agreements focused on energy cooperation and industrial development during the 18th High-Level Intergovernmental Commission meeting in Caracas.
YPF completes drilling of historic Vaca Muerta well
Argentine national oil company YPF announced that it is completing the drilling of well LLL-1861(h) in Loma Campana in the Vaca Muerta formation with a record lateral branch of 4,948 metres and a total length of 8,264 metres.
Brazil ups climate targets ahead of COP29 summit
Singapore-built FPSO Bacalhau ready for Brazil journey after naming ceremony
The floating, production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel Bacalhau, set to be Brazil's largest FPSO, has officially been named at Seatrium's Tuas Boulevard Yard in Singapore, marking its imminent departure for South American waters
Fitch affirms Ecopetrol rating despite governance concerns
Credit ratings agency Fitch has affirmed Colombian state oil company Ecopetrol's rating at 'BB+' with a stable outlook, whilst highlighting concerns about weakened corporate governance at Latin America's fourth-largest oil company.
US Treasury extends Venezuela oil sector licences linked with PDVSA
The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended two key licences governing transactions with Venezuela's state oil firm Petróleos de Venezuela, SA (PDVSA).
Panama to strip registration from sanctioned LNG vessels tied to Russian gas
Panama's Maritime Authority has initiated deregistration procedures for four liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessels recently sanctioned by US authorities over connections to Russian energy firm Novatek.
Petrobras to earn $5.5bn, set for big dividends
Petrobras is expected to report third-quarter net profit between $5bn (BRL27.2bn) and $5.5bn (BRL29.9bn).
Petrobras drops plan to sell biofuels unit
Petrobras announced that it has decided to retain its biofuels subsidiary, PBio (Petrobras Biocombustível SA), after previously considering its sale.
AI takes centre stage at ADIPEC
The conference, where almost 200,000 participants gathered, featured a series of sessions dedicated to the technology, as well as a special AI zone, where various AI-related energy solutions and initiatives were presented.
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US government defends YPF over $16bn court ruling
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has intervened in Argentina's $16.1bn YPF legal dispute, supporting the Javier Milei government’s position against forced divestment of its 51% stake in the oil company.
Petrobras taps consortium for $700mn monthly receivables
Petrobras has contracted a consortium formed by Cerc and Líber to implement Central Bank regulations for the receivables market.
Pemex Secures $10.4bn investment to bolster fuel storage capacity
The Mexican government has announced a substantial investment of $10.4bn in state-owned oil company PEMEX, Mexico Business reported
Touchstone Exploration subsidiary begins Trinidad and Tobago operations under new license
Primera Oil and Gas Limited, a Touchstone Exploration Inc. subsidiary, has commenced operations under the Rio Claro license in Trinidad and Tobago, with a six-year term and a $2.4mn financial commitment.
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