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Upturn in UK drilling expected

17/04/2013

Strong oil prices and tax incentives are expected to drive a swift return to North Sea drilling and deals growth after a "muted" start to the year, according to a new report.

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Analysts upbeat about drilling

20/04/2012

By Keith Findlay

Offshore drilling activity around the UK rose marginally during the first quarter of 2012, compared with the same period last year, according to new oil-industry figures.

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Fall in UK drilling activity

18/01/2012

By Ross Davidson

Drilling activity in UK waters fell by more than one-third last year, according to a report published today.

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Dip in new North Sea drilling activity

19/10/2011

By Elaine Maslin

Exploration and appraisal drilling in the UK North Sea has dropped to its lowest level since 2003, according to a report released yesterday.

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Deloitte data points to 25% dip in drilling in UK waters

08/04/2011

By Ross Davidson

Drilling activity in British waters fell by 25% in the past quarter, according to figures released today.

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Report highlights third-quarter slide in drilling

15/10/2010

By David Telfer

Offshore drilling on the UK continental shelf (UKCS) fell by 20% during the third quarter of 2010 compared with a year earlier.