Energy Transition in Motion (Week of July 18, 2025)
Here is a look at some of this week’s renewable energy news, including elevated reviews for solar and wind projects in the U.S.
HSBC Joins US Banks in Quitting Climate Coalition
Britain's HSBC became the latest bank to leave the industry's climate coalition on July 11, following in the footsteps of major U.S. lenders as some governments' net zero ambitions cool.
Energy Transition in Motion (Week of July 4, 2025)
Here is a look at some of this week’s renewable energy news, including the start of commercial operations for a 1.2-GWh storage facility.
What's Affecting Oil Prices This Week? (July 7, 2025)
With the uncertainty generated by the tariffs and a higher-than-expected increase in supply from OPEC+, for the upcoming week, Stratas Advisors expect that oil prices will be under pressure – and the price of Brent crude could test $66.
Ithaca Boosts North Sea Stake with $136MM Japex Deal
U.K.-based E&P Ithaca Energy closed an acquisition of North Sea interests from Japan Petroleum Exploration Co. (Japex).
Australian Regulators Approve SLB’s $7.76B ChampionX Acquisition
SLB’s $7.76 billion all-stock deal to buy ChampionX previously won approval in the U.S., but the transaction remains under review by U.K. and Norwegian authorities.
Why Shell’s Hands are Tied by UK Law After Denying BP Merger
A mega-merger between supermajors Shell and BP faces a major hurdle: the rigidity of U.K. takeover law. Despite a mandated denial, Shell still has levers to pull if it aims to acquire BP.
Shell Denies It is in Takeover Talks with BP After WSJ Report
"No talks are taking place," Shell said after the Wall Street Journal reported it was in early discussions over a takeover of BP.
Hunting Acquires Offshore Services Group FES for $68MM
U.K. engineering group Hunting closed an acquisition of FES, a provider of offshore energy services and supplies.
E&P Highlights: June 23, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, including completion of a Gulf of America survey as an offshore leasing round nears this year.