Capricorn cuts production hopes, ups receivables in Egypt
As of the end of October, outstanding receivables had reached $170mn, of which $139mn was overdue.
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Capricorn receives tax notice on Senegal exit
Capricorn will “vigorously defend” its position, it said. This may include “exercising rights under the sales agreement”, it said.
Capricorn sharpens Egypt production focus, despite receivable woes
Capricorn has warned it is watching the receivables closely. Its capital expenditure plans are “being monitored to match incoming receipts”, it said.
Capricorn presses on with exploration pull back
Capricorn Energy expects to have shed the majority of its UK workforce before the end of 2023, amid a pullback in North Sea and global exploration.
Former Capricorn execs land at Rockhopper
“We are looking forward to leveraging Simon’s experience in respect of our ongoing arbitration regarding Ombrina Mare, and Paul’s expertise in securing FID for offshore energy projects.”
Deltic axes three licences after Capricorn exit, but Cadence still on the cards
North Sea firm Deltic Energy (LON: DELT) has given up on three exploration licences after its partner decided to exit the permits.
Capricorn Energy continues ‘to pursue’ North Sea sale
Executives at Capricorn Energy (LON: CNE) will tell a shareholder AGM today that it “continue(s) to pursue the potential sale” of its North Sea business.
Capricorn sets out cash return plans to shareholders, UK sales
The most significant step will be a special dividend of $575 million. The first tranche will come in May, with a return of around $450mn. A second payment of $100mn will come in the fourth quarter.
Top oil and gas analyst joins North Sea firm Capricorn
North Sea firm Capricorn Energy (LON: CNE) has bolstered its ranks with the appointment of a new commercial director.
No room to grow, independents face a returns squeeze
“The cost of getting things done is astronomically higher for oil and gas than for the greener projects,” he said. “In the longer term it’s bullish for prices, as not enough investment is going into the areas where it should be.”
Shell signs up for more Northwest African exploration
While work in C2 is just beginning, the MPME said Shell was planning to drill another licence in the coastal area before the end of 2023.
Capricorn, NewMed abandon merger dream
Palliser has suggested that Capricorn should return at least $535 million to shareholders.
Capricorn board out, Palliser nominees roll in
The vote appoints Hesham Mekawi, Christopher Cox, Maria Gordon, Craig van der Laan, Richard Herbert and Tom Pitts to the board with immediate effect. They all received 99.2% approval at the vote.
Capricorn, NewMed merger chances “significantly decreased”
Capricorn chair Nicoletta Giadrossi is stepping down immediately from the board. So too is CEO Simon Thomson, in addition to Peter Kallos, Alison Wood and Luis Araujo.
Proxy advisor firm calls out Capricorn, backs Palliser
“Despite billions in investments and divestments over a decade, we do not find evidence that Capricorn created any meaningful value for shareholders.”
NewMed defends Capricorn deal, but considers options
However, the company said in closing, it would “continue to consider its alternative strategic options, with the objective of maximising value for its unitholders”.
Capricorn makes Palliser nominees an offer ahead of vote
Smith noted the opposition from shareholders to the Tullow merger. “The message from shareholders was that there was a preference for cash returns over long-term delivery. We listened to that and [the NewMed deal] offers a lot of cashback, while also being energy transition led.”
Jefferies: High oil price could double value of Harbour, Ithaca and EnQuest
The value of several North Sea operators could soar this year, according to ambitious predictions made by US investment bank Jefferies.
Capricorn preps for Palliser vote, “genuine risk” of board removal
Capricorn Energy has conceded that it expects to hold an EGM on February 1 but has warned shareholders against rejecting its proposed combination with NewMed Energy.
Palliser adds more support to topple Capricorn board
Palliser Capital reports more Capricorn Energy shareholders have backed its plans to remove the board and scrap proposed merger plans with NewMed Energy.
Capricorn faces EGM vote amid Palliser’s merger opposition
Capricorn noted that it had been working on “strategic alternatives” for more than a year. However, there have been no better options, it reported, and a sale is necessary to “maximise shareholder value and the full potential of Capricorn’s assets”.
WoodMac names five UK North Sea wells to watch for 2023, with potential play-openers included
Plays by Shell (LON: SHEL), TotalEnergies (LON: TTE) and Ithaca Energy (LON: ITH) are listed amongst Wood Mackenzie’s UK North Sea wells to watch.
Capricorn activist investor Palliser positioned to call shareholder vote on NewMed takeover
An activist investor seeking to halt Capricorn Energy Plc’s (LON: CNE) takeover by NewMed Energy LP has converted its holdings to common shares, according to people familiar with the matter.
Capricorn deal rewards execs over shareholders, Palliser complains
Palliser Capital has joined criticism of Capricorn Energy’s proposed merger with NewMed Energy, saying it undervalues the Egypt-focused producer.
Monetise, don’t merge, shareholder tells Capricorn
Capricorn Energy should abandon its proposed merger with NewMed Energy and opt instead to liquidate its assets, a shareholder has said.