Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Oil Reserves News

Chevron prepares for a quick closure of the Hess deal while awaiting the outcome of Exxon's dispute

According to two industry analysts and sources, Chevron has begun preparing for the acquisition of Hess. This includes a severance package for certain Hess employees. Both companies…

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 new Texas wastewater regulations could increase costs for oil producers

The new guidelines for permitting wastewater disposal wells are likely to increase the costs of oil producers, as the crude price is low. This will be the latest challenge faced…

Petrobras has exclusive rights to explore offshore blocks in Ivory Coast

Petrobras, the state-owned oil company of Brazil, announced on Wednesday that it had won exclusive rights to negotiate for the purchase nine offshore exploration blocks in Ivory Coast.

Exxon Signs Agreement With Azeri SOCAR to Explore Oil Production

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Exxon Mobil and Azeri state energy company SOCAR said on Monday they signed a deal agreeing to explore onshore oil and gas production in Azerbaijan, while BP is expected to buy into new Azeri offshore fields…

Azerbaijan’s SOCAR signs agreements for oil exploration with Exxon and BP

Azeri SOCAR, the state-owned energy company of Azerbaijan, signed agreements with Exxon Mobil & BP for oil and natural gas exploration in Azerbaijan at a conference on energy in Baku. According to the U.S.

Minister: Estimated 6 billion-barrel shale oil reserves in southeast Turkey

The Turkish Energy Minister said that U.S. oil company Continental Resources estimated there to be a shale-oil reserve of 6.1 million barrels in Turkey’s southeast Diyarbakir Basin.

Minister: Estimated 6 billion-barrel shale oil reserves in southeast Turkey

The Turkish Energy Minister said that U.S. oil company Continental Resources estimated there to be 6.1 billion barrels of shale-oil reserves in Turkey's southeast Diyarbakir Basin.

Local media report that Argentina's YPF has ruled out building a land-based LNG facility

YPF, Argentina's state-run energy company, has ruled out the construction of an onshore liquefaction facility for natural gas. Instead, it will rely on floating vessels to carry out this process.

US wants to increase offshore oil drilling through easing of pressure rules

The U.S. Interior Department announced on Thursday that it had implemented new guidelines regarding pressure differentials allowed in certain types of oil drilling, in part of Gulf of Mexico.

Elliott presses BP to boost free cash flow by 40% via spending reductions, FT reports

The Financial Times reported that Elliott Management, an activist investor, has urged BP a 40% increase in its free cash flow through spending cuts. Elliott wants BP to focus on…

Raoni, the indigenous leader of Brazil, says he opposes drilling for oil in Amazonia

Raoni Metuktire of the Kayapo tribe, an indigenous leader, said that Brazil should not explore for oil reserves in the Amazon because it could have a dangerous impact on the local communities.

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.

Local news reports say that Equinor is planning to sell its assets in Argentina.

Mas Energia, a Mas Energia-published online magazine, reported that the Norwegian oil and gas company Equinor was looking to sell their onshore assets located in Argentina's Vaca Muerta Region, citing anonymous sources.

Local news reports say that Equinor is planning to sell its assets in Argentina.

Mas Energia, citing anonymous sources, reported that Norwegian oil and gas company Equinor was looking to sell their onshore assets located in Argentina's Vaca Muerta Region. Equinor…

Ecopetrol, Colombia records the largest increase in oil and gas reserves proven in three years

Ecopetrol, the company owned by Colombia's majority government, reported that its proven oil and natural gas reserves increased to 1,89 billion barrels equivalent in 2024. In recent years…

Pemex CEO: Buyers of Mexican crude oil complain about salt and water content

The CEO of the state energy company Pemex, Victor Rodriguez, said that buyers have complained about the water and salt content in Mexico's crude oil over the last month. When asked…

What is known about Trump's Executive Orders after the swearing-in?

Donald Trump, the U.S. president, issued a series of executive orders on Monday to stamp his mark on his administration. These included directives on immigration and criminal pardons to energy.

What is known about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in?

Donald Trump, the U.S. president, began issuing what was expected to be an avalanche of executive orders and directions on Monday as he tried to stamp his mark on his new government…

What is known about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in?

Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said on Monday that he will issue what is expected be a flurry executive orders and directions as he seeks to stamp his new administration in matters…

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