Kistos explores ‘development opportunities’ at GLA
UK independent Kistos said that production from the Greater Laggan Area (GLA) in the UK saved production targets as its Balder Future project in Norway stalled.
Glendronach
UK’s ‘adverse changes’ in fiscal environment prompt West of Shetland shake up
Kistos says that ‘adverse changes’ in the fiscal environment within the UK means that TotalEnergies' Edradour West, rather than Glendronach, is expected to go ahead next in the Greater Laggan Area (GLA).
TotalEnergies weighs up West of Shetland FIDs
TotalEnergies is weighing up its projects for FID (final investment decision) in the West of Shetland, but the uncertain fiscal regime in the UK may have an impact.
Kistos ‘ready to sanction’ TotalEnergies gas projects in West of Shetland
Kistos (LSE: KIST) says it is “ready to sanction” the Glendronach and Edradour West projects in the West of Shetland, pending agreement with operator TotalEnergies.
Benriach to spud in Q2, Kistos confirms
Kistos (AIM:KIST) has confirmed plans by TotalEnergies to spud its much-anticipated Benriach well in Q2 of 2023, while a final decision on Glendronach is to be further delayed.
TotalEnergies to tender contracts for Glendronach with FID due imminently
French supermajor TotalEnergies (LON: TTE) is ramping up activity at its Glendronach gas discovery West of Shetland.
Oil giants put contracts up for grabs on a series of West of Shetland wells
Operators are cracking on with decommissioning with numerous wells in line to be plugged and abandoned (P&A) in the coming months, particularly West of Shetland.
TotalEnergies to put two contracts for Glendronach out to tender next month
TotalEnergies (LON: TTE) is putting the final touches on two lucrative contracts for its Glendronach gas discovery.
TotalEnergies tackling ‘issues’ at Glendronach as it aims for ‘low cost, low emissions’ gas project
TotalEnergies (LON: TTE) (NYSE: TTE) has pledged to develop its Glendronach gas discovery in a ‘low cost, low emissions way’, in line with its new strategy.
TotalEnergies seeking £220m for partial stake in Laggan Tormore field: Report
TotalEnergies is seeking to sell part of its stake in the huge Laggan Tormore gas field in the west of Shetland, according to a news article.
West of Shetland oil and gas remains UK’s best bet for growth despite recent setbacks
The West of Shetland oil and gas (WoS) basin has long been held aloft as the UK’s last great hope for indigenous oil and gas production growth.
Major project delays are ‘fair warning’ to those seeking greater oil exposure for Shetland
Energy Voice recently reported on Shetland Islands Council's ambitions to retain more tax revenue from oil and gas operations around the isles in its self-determination bid. Jon Fitzpatrick, managing director of consultancy Gneiss Energy, gives his view.
Investment decision delayed on west of Shetland gas project, Ineos says
Total has put off making a final investment decision (FID) on its Glendronach gas discovery until next year, project partner Ineos has said.
More than a dozen North Sea projects face red light due to oil price plummet
More than a dozen UK North Sea projects are facing deferral in light of the oil price drop, an analyst has predicted.
Isabella discovery shows Total has Midas touch in North Sea
Total’s latest discovery shows the French energy giant still has the Midas touch when it comes to finding new North Sea reservoirs, an analyst has said.
Resources at Total’s major Glendronach discovery cut by 40% following appraisal
One of the largest offshore discoveries in UK waters of the last decade has had its recoverable resources cut by 40% following an appraisal well.
Underwhelming appraisal results bring ‘economic challenges’ to Total’s Glendronach plans
Total is facing “economic challenges” for a major discovery in the West of Shetland after an appraisal well yielded results “at the lower end of expectations”.
The Atlantic Frontier: A coming of age story
Welcoming a new year heralds a time for reflecting on the year that was and what is to come.
Total E&P UK swings to profit after ending West of Shetland impairments
Total E&P UK swung to a £525.4million pre-tax profit last year with higher oil prices and an end to impairments in the west of Shetland.
Total sees ‘new potential’ for North Sea investment
Energy giant Total has said it sees “new potential for investments” in the North Sea off the back of exploration successes in the UK.
Total kicks off Glendronach appraisal in West of Shetland
Total has started drilling an appraisal well at its Glendronach discovery in the West of Shetland.
Total to remain among UK’s major players despite £500m asset sale
Total will remain one of the major players in the UK North Sea despite the proposed sale of a package of assets to Petrogas in a £509m deal.
Faith pays off for drilling contractor Stena
Only two out of seven Stena Drilling rigs had work on their plates at the start of last year.
Exploration: do not write the North Sea off
New North Sea discoveries have acted as a “beacon” for the rest of the industry, according to the Oil and Gas Authority’s (OGA) head of exploration.
SSE ‘taking active steps’ to sell off North Sea gas business
SSE has announced it is “taking active steps” to sell off its North Sea gas production business as it focusses on renewable energy sources.