Offshore
Seismic
CGG Commences Second Phase of OBN Multiclient Survey in UK North Sea
CGG has completed the first phase of its multiyear program to deliver the largest OBN multiclient survey ever acquired in the U.K. Central North Sea (CNS) and immediate commencement of the second acquisition phase, the company said on Sept. 24.
Field Development
Norway Gets Applications from 33 Oil Firms to Explore ‘Mature’ Areas
The Norwegian oil and energy ministry has received applications from 33 companies for oil and gas licenses in so-called mature offshore areas, it said on Sept. 25.
People , Exploration & Production
Norway Oil Drilling Rig Companies Agree on Wage Deal with Workers
The deal between the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association and the Industri Energi, Safe and DSO labor unions comprises around 7,500 workers.
Exploration & Production , Drilling
Archer Wins North Sea Contract Extension with Apache
Based on current and expected future activity, including additional services through our engineering, rentals and oiltools divisions, the extension has an estimated value of up to $100 million.
Exploration & Production
Leviathan to Sell $190 Million of Natural Gas to Israel’s Ramat Hovav Plant
Supply of the 1.3 billion cubic meters of gas is expected to begin in December and last for 30 months, or until the Karish and Tanin gas fields begin commercial operation.
Exploration & Production , Policy & Regulations
Turkey, Greece Agree to Resume Talks after Four Years
Tensions flared in August after Ankara sent its Oruc Reis seismic survey ship into disputed waters, escorted by gunboats, to map out sea territory for possible oil and gas drilling.
Subsea
DOF Subsea Nets Asia-Pacific Work
DOF Subsea have been awarded two contracts in the Asia Pacific region, securing backlog for the onshore team and offshore fleet, the company said on Sept. 22.
Seismic
CGG’s Releases 3D Seismic Survey Results from Australia’s Gippsland Basin
CGG has unveiled a fourth-quarter delivery of the fast-track results from its recently acquired 3D multiclient seismic survey of the Gippsland Basin in South East Australia on Sept. 22.
Investment , Emissions , Renewables
Challenges Facing Budding US Offshore Wind Sector
Policy and permitting, the environment and metocean conditions, and infrastructure were among the topics discussed as companies aim to advance projects.
Business , Exploration & Production , Acquisitions & Divestitures
Bids for Exxon Mobil’s British North Sea Assets Due Late October
Bids for a portfolio of Exxon Mobil’s British North Sea oil and gas fields, which is expected to fetch around $1 billion following this year’s oil price weakness, are due on Oct. 28, sources say.