Sources say that OPEC+ is set to increase oil production again in August.
Four delegates from OPEC+ said that the world's largest oil producer group, OPEC+ is planning to announce a production increase of 411,000 barrels a day for August in order to regain market shares. If the agreement is reached, the increase in supply by OPEC+ would be 1.78 million bpd, which is equivalent to more than 1.5% of the global demand.
Alberta has eliminated the gas flaring limit in 2024.
Calculations show that energy producers in Alberta, Canada’s largest oil producing province, exceeded the self-imposed provincial limit for annual gas flaring by 2024, for the second consecutive year. Alberta's energy regulator announced late last week that it would be ending the flaring limit.
Crude Output to Halt at Russia's Sakhalin-1 in August Due to Maintenance
Russia's largest oil producer Rosneft will suspend output of its export-oriented Sokol crude grade at its far eastern Sakhalin-1 project in August because of maintenance, three industry sources told Reuters.According to one of them, the maintenance will last between 20 and 25 days.
Gazprom says that the US and Chinese purchases of strategic reserves may offset Russia's oil surplus.
The head of Russian oil producer Gazprom said that the U.S., China and other countries' purchases of strategic oil reserves will offset any global surplus to keep oil prices in check. The eight members, who are OPEC+ and include Russia and other producers, have decided to increase production for the months of April, July and August.
Strathcona backs MEG's alternative strategic process after C$6 billion rejected bid
Strathcona, a Canadian oil and natural gas producer, said it supported MEG Energy’s decision on Friday to explore strategic alternatives and initiate a strategic alternative process after MEG Energy urged its shareholders to reject Strathcona’s hostile takeover offer of C$6 billion (US$4.38 billion).
Conflict affects Iranian and Israeli energy sites
The military strikes between Iran & Israel have raised concerns about possible damage to oil and gas infrastructure and fields in the region. Here are some details on these sites, and how they have affected them so far. Israel attacked an installation in the South Pars offshore field where Iran had partially suspended production on June 14.
Most G7 Members Ready to Lower Russian Oil Price Cap Despite US Engagement
Most countries in the Group of Seven nations are prepared to go it alone and lower the G7 price cap on Russian oil even if U.S. President Donald Trump decides to opt out, four sources familiar with the matter said.G7 country leaders are due to meet on June 15-17 in Canada where they will discuss the price cap first agreed in late 2022.
Palm rises against stronger Dalian and Chicago rivals
Malaysian palm futures rose Monday, tracking rival vegetable oil in Dalian and Chicago. Market participants were waiting for more information on Malaysian palm oils. The benchmark contract for palm oil delivery in August on the Bursa Derivatives exchange gained 8 ringgit or 0.2% to $3,925 ringgit (US$928.12) per metric ton.
Palm oil gains on Dalian rivals but Chicago soyoil is weak.
Malaysian palm futures rose Monday, following rival Dalian oils, although a weaker Chicago soyoil cap gains. Market participants were waiting for Malaysian palm data to provide further clues. By midday, the benchmark contract for palm oil delivery in August on the Bursa Derivatives Market gained 30 ringgit or 0.77% to $3,947 Ringgit ($932.00).
Canadian Natural Resources restarts its oil sands operations as the wildfire threat decreases
Canadian Natural Resources restarted the Jackfish 1 oil-sands project in northern Alberta, after determining that wildfires were safe to a distance. The largest oil producer in the country said that its operations at the site would ramp up over the coming days and aim to reach full production of 36,500 barrels a day by Friday.
NextDecade, JERA Sign 20-Year LNG Supply Deal
U.S. liquefied natural gas producer NextDecade said on Thursday it had signed a 20-year deal to supply Japan's biggest power generator JERA with 2 million tonnes per annum of LNG from its Rio Grande project's fifth liquefaction facility.Shares of NextDecade were up 5.5% at $8.11…
Saudi Aramco is considering asset sales as a way to raise funds, according to sources
Two people familiar with the matter have confirmed that Aramco, Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil company, is looking at selling assets to raise funds as it continues its international expansion while coping with lower crude prices. Aramco, the largest oil company in the world and the primary source of Saudi revenue…
Saudi Aramco is considering asset sales as a way to raise funds, according to sources
Two people familiar with the matter have confirmed that Aramco, Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil company, is looking at selling assets to raise funds as it expands internationally and deals with lower crude prices. Aramco, the largest oil company in the world and the primary source of Saudi revenue, is the biggest oil producer on the planet.
There Is An Estimated 6 Billion Barrels of Shale Oil Reserve in Southeast Turkey
U.S. oil producer Continental Resources estimates there is a shale oil reserve of 6.1 billion barrels in Turkey's southeastern Diyarbakir Basin, the Turkish energy minister said.If confirmed, such reserves would place Turkey above some OPEC members such as Congo or Gabon, and…
North Dakota oil producers are planning to reduce rigs as a result of lower prices, a state regulator has said
The Department of Mineral Resources in North Dakota said Friday that oil and gas operators have stated they will be reducing rigs and crews in response to lower oil prices. This move is likely to affect output in the country's third largest oil producer. Prices have dropped below $65, which is the minimum price needed to break even.
Baker Hughes reports that US drillers have cut back on oil and gas drilling for the first time in 3 weeks.
Baker Hughes, a leading energy services company, said that the U.S. oil and gas companies have cut back on the number of rigs for the first time since three weeks. The number of oil and gas rigs, a good indicator of future production, dropped by three in the week ending May 2 to 584.
After hearing, US judge decides on bid starting price in Citgo parent sale
In the coming days, a U.S. Court is expected to confirm and reject a $3.7billion offer made by an affiliate of Contrarian Funds. The offer was intended to set a floor price for a second round of bidding for shares in Citgo Petroleum's parent company. Citgo, America's seventh-largest refiner…
Baker Hughes reports that US drillers have added oil and gas rigs to their fleet for the first time in 4 weeks.
Baker Hughes, a leading energy services company, said that the U.S. added oil and gas rigs this week for the first time since four weeks. The number of oil and gas rigs, a good indicator of future production, increased by two in the week ending April 17 to 585. Baker Hughes published the rig counts report one day earlier on Thursday…
Indonesia awarded five oil and gas blocks as it seeks energy security
Indonesia has awarded five oil blocks and gas blocks to various companies, the energy ministry announced on Wednesday. The country is trying to increase its oil reserves and energy security. In the next few years, the government will offer more than 60 oil and natural gas blocks in an effort to reverse the decade-long decline of production.
Sources say that US fuel exports by land to Mexico have been halted due to increased scrutiny.
Three sources with knowledge of the matter confirmed on Tuesday that the Mexican government had halted the importation of U.S. gasoline into Mexico by road as part its crackdown on illegal deals. One source involved in the delivery of such trucks said that Mexican authorities are investigating import permits and increasing cargo inspections.
