Israel blames illegal Iranian oil delivery for beach pollution
Israel has pointed the finger of blame for pollution of its beaches at Iran, saying an illegal delivery of crude to Syria had gone awry.
Rigs & Vessels
Adnoc cancels Shelf Drilling rigs
Shelf Drilling has reported an early termination for two of its rigs, both of which were contracted to Adnoc Drilling.
GMS wins cantilever work
Gulf Marine Services (GMS) has won a long-term contract for the GMS Evolution, its first under new management.
Jeddah closed after tanker attack
Saudi Arabian authorities have closed the Port of Jeddah following an explosion at the main tanker anchorage.
A stack more floaters are headed for the chop
The direction of travel appears clear; around a quarter of the current offshore floater rig fleet - ships and semi-submersibles - will be sent to the scrapyard near-term.
Tanker attacked in Saudi harbour as UN approved for FSO Safer inspection
Yemeni authorities have agreed to allow a United Nations expert mission to the FSO Safer, with the expectation that this will take place early in 2021.
Energean’s Karish project 85% complete
Energean expects its Karish gas project in Israel to reach first gas in the fourth quarter of 2021 and the Edison E&P deal to close this December.
Lamprell, ADES win Saudi contracts
Lamprell and ADES International have announced new contracts in Saudi Arabia.
Aramco suspends second Shelf Drilling rig
Saudi Aramco has suspended the contract for the Main Pass I jack-up for up to 12 months, Shelf Drilling has reported.