Bethany Fischer

According to “people familiar with the matter,” discussions didn’t progress farther than initial conversations. Along with political factors, ADNOC decided that the $110.3 billion company wouldn’t fit well into its strategy.

On Wednesday, March 20, Perenco confirmed that a fire broke out at its Becuna platform in the Simba oil and gas field offshore Gabon. Today, March 21, Perenco unfortunately confirmed the death of five people.

Day 2 of CERAWeek by S&P Global kicked off in Houston, Texas, with a discussion between Dan Yergin, Vice Chairman of S&P Global, and Mike Wirth, CEO of Chevron. The two touched on several oil and gas industry hot topics, including artificial intelligence, Biden’s LNG ban, Chevron’s dispute with ExxonMobil regarding its stake in the oil-rich Stabroek block offshore Guyana, and more.

On Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, World Oil hosted its 56th annual Forecast Breakfast at the Norris Conference Center in Houston, Texas. In an event described as a “first look” at upcoming upstream oil and gas trends, approximately 340 professionals from across the sector gathered for an early-morning meal to hear projections, data and analysis on global E&P from industry experts.

A U.S oil and gas giant discovers more resources in a booming offshore region, while its CEO pledges to continue efficient production to assist in a widely-reported border despite. In the UK, another industry heavyweight shifts focus back to fossil fuels. Celebrate the new year while looking back at World Oil’s top-trending stories of 2023.

From industry giants partnering on Middle Eastern natural gas developments to merger and acquisition activity in U.S. Permian basin, the sector left no stone unturned in 2023. Tune in on WorldOil.com every day this week to read this year’s 20 top trending stories.

Oil and gas discoveries, billion-dollar acquisitions and major offshore explosions are only some of the riveting stories that captured audiences this year. World Oil was here through it all, providing breaking news coverage to keep industry professionals informed.

On Nov. 1-2, Gulf Energy Information held its 19th annual Women’s Global Leadership Conference in Energy (WGLC). The event brought women from around the globe to discuss the unique female experience in an industry that has historically been dominated by men.

Laura Daniel-Davis’ promotion comes after two previously failed nominations over what Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) considered “playing partisan politics” regarding U.S. energy security.

Drilling and production are set to experience gains in most regions during 2022, as operators seek to balance development of new supplies with global demand.