Digitally connected service delivers real-time operational data and insights for improved performance Schlumberger introduced, on June 29, Performance Live digitally connected service that optimizes remote wellsite operations control while improving safety, efficiency and footprint. The service includes technology and domain expertise within a digital ecosystem, leveraging cloud-based applications and automated …
Read More »Coronavirus Resurgence Slows China’s Demand for U.S. Crude
A second wave of Covid-19 infections in China’s capital is threatening to depress the nation’s appetite for American oil just after a pick-up in purchases. Signs of weakening demand from the world’s largest oil consumer are now starting to weigh on export prices for American crude, according to industry participants. …
Read More »Trump’s Inaction Makes Oil Market Management Harder
The unprecedented OPEC+ deal in April, which led to drastic output cuts, is now entering its most dangerous phase, with oil demand and prices recovering. At the time, President Donald Trump claimed credit for the breakthrough, even though the U.S., the world’s biggest oil producer, wasn’t part of the agreement. …
Read More »U.S. Shale, One of the Big Losers of the Saudi-Russian Price War
U.S. shale was one of the big losers of the Saudi-Russian price war that many saw as a war on U.S. shale. Producers scrambled to stay afloat as prices sank back to lows not seen since 2016, and they are still scrambling. Banks are giving them the cold shoulder, worried …
Read More »China’s U.S. Oil Binge Seen Slowing with Virus Revival
A second wave of Covid-19 infections in China’s capital is threatening to depress the nation’s appetite for American oil just after a pick-up in purchases. Signs of weakening demand from the world’s largest oil consumer are now starting to weigh on export prices for American crude, according to industry participants. …
Read More »Exxon to Reduce U.S. Headcount via “Rigorous Talent Management Process”
Exxon Mobil is preparing to cut jobs in the U.S. as the oil giant focuses on a slimmed-down and more efficient organizational structure, according to people familiar with the matter. Between 5% and 10% of U.S.-based employees who are subject to performance evaluations could end up leaving this year after …
Read More »U.S. LNG Exports Crash by More Than 50%
Historically low natural gas prices from Asia to Europe and lower demand in the pandemic have resulted in U.S. exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) dropping from 8.1 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in January to an expected export volume of just 3.2 Bcf/d in July, the U.S. Energy …
Read More »MP Advises IAEA not to Sacrifice Iran’s Interests for US Excessive Demands
A senior Iranian lawmaker advised the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Wednesday not to sacrifice Iran’s legitimate interests for the sake of the US excessive demands though knowing that Tehran has done its activities under the IAEA supervision. Hossein Nooshabadi, member of Majlis (Parliament) National Security and Foreign Policy …
Read More »Oil Rises after Trump Assurance on China Trade Deal
Oil prices rose on Tuesday after a volatile session sparked by confusion over the status of the U.S.-China trade deal. Markets were unsettled by surprise comments from White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, who said the hard-won deal was “over”, though U.S. President Donald Trump later soothed jangled nerves with …
Read More »New Jersey Could Soon Be Home to a Major Offshore Wind Port, with Construction Due to Begin Next Year
The plans for New Jersey represent another step forward for America’s fledgling offshore wind sector.
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