Sonatrach’s OK1 link leaks
Sonatrach has reported two leaks on the OK1 pipeline, which links Hassi Messaoud to Skikda.
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Sonatrach replaces OB1 pipeline
Sonatrach has begun using its R-OB1 oil pipeline, rehabilitating a previous link dating from 1959.
NNPC reports March deficit from price plunge
Nigerian National Petroleum Corp. (NNPC) saw a more than 300% decline in earnings in March as crude prices plummeted.
Rain eats into Orca’s Q1 sales
Gas sales by Orca Exploration in Tanzania fell in the first quarter as higher than normal rainfall boosted hydropower generation.
Sasol may add pipeline and Qatar plant to disposal plan
Sasol Ltd. is considering additional divestments, including the potential sale of stakes in an African gas pipeline and a Middle Eastern plant, as it explores ways to reduce its $10 billion debt pile, people with knowledge of the matter said.
Saipem wins £225m Baltic Sea pipeline project
Engineering firm Saipem has won a £225million project to transport and install a new natural gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea.
Builders sought for EastMed pipe
IGI Poseidon has invited companies to submit plans for the offshore parts of the proposed EastMed gas pipeline, which will run from the southeast Mediterranean into Europe via Greece and Cyprus.
China sets up national pipeline company in major energy revamp
China announced the creation of its long-planned national oil and gas pipeline company, officially kicking off one of its biggest energy revamps aimed at helping supply keep pace with swelling demand.
Russia Opening Giant Gas Link to China as Putin Pivots East
The world’s biggest natural gas exporter and one of the globe’s top consumers of the fuel cement their energy co-operation on Monday with the launch of Russia’s giant Power of Siberia pipeline to northern China.
Penspen’s local touch in Abu Dhabi
The Middle East has been a mainstay of Penspen and confirmation of that came earlier this week, with the announcement of a project management consultancy (PMC) award from Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC.
Uniper bullish on LNG availability
Uniper is confident that LNG supply will continue to be bountiful in the years to come, providing a secure source of supply for demand around the world, company board member Keith Martin told Energy Voice at ADIPEC.
Denmark sanctions giant Russia to Germany gas pipeline
Denmark will allow a joint German-Russian pipeline project, which will bring Russian gas directly to Germany under the Baltic Sea.
The place for gas in South Africa’s energy plans
The South African government has published its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the aim of setting out the country’s future energy mix.
Cepsa to sell out of Medgaz link
Sonatrach has signed a deal to increase its stake in the Medgaz gas pipeline to 51%, from 43%. The remainder will be held by Naturgy.
Libya’s NOC warns of coming revenue squeeze
Revenues from Libya’s oil are falling, the National Oil Corp. (NOC) has said, and may fall “precipitously” if the government does not cover the agreed budget.
Energean FPSO undocks in China
The Energean Power hull has undocked from the COSCO shipyard, in Zhoushan, China, and floated out.
Rivers makes OML 11 move
The Rivers State government claims to have bought Shell Petroleum Development Co.’s (SPDC) 45% stake in OML 11, part of the Ogoniland, in execution of a legal ruling.
Uganda keeps oil industry hopes alive
Uganda and Tanzania are pushing ahead with their plans for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) despite Total’s decision to put work on hold, following the breakdown of talks on the sale of Tullow Oil’s Ugandan stakes.
Niger-Benin pipe plan moving ahead
China National Petroleum Corp. (CNPC) signed a transportation convention with Niger on September 15.
Judge tosses out lawsuit against Kinder Morgan’s Permian Highway Pipeline
A state district court judge has tossed out a lawsuit that sought to stop a Kinder Morgan pipeline from being routed through the Texas Hill Country.
Dirty water holds biggest promise for pipeline companies, Jefferies says
For companies that haul oil and natural gas, the next big thing may be dirty water, according to Jefferies Group LLC.
Wood wins £26million pipeline contract
Aberdeen-headquartered Wood has won a £26million contract to construct a natural gas pipeline in the United States,
Dozens missing after pipeline explodes in Nigeria
More than 50 people are missing after a leaking oil pipeline exploded and caused a stampede in southern Nigeria, local officials say.
Federal judge blocks Keystone XL pipeline
A federal judge in Montana has blocked the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline after finding the Trump administration had failed to conduct necessary environmental reviews.
Enbridge pipeline rule reversal earns BP’s ire, Suncor’s praise
Enbridge Inc.’s decision to implement and then scrap new rules governing Canada’s biggest export pipeline system sent crude prices on a record roller coaster move this week, earning the pipeline operator both friends and enemies.