http://www.energyglobal.com/ en-uk editor@energyglobal.com webmaster@energyglobal.com http://www.energyglobal.com/media/logo.gif http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/The_global_value_of_coal.aspx Frank Clemente Ph.D, examines the economic, environmental and social benefits of using coal. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Atlas_Pipeline_announces_sale_of_Elk_City_facility.aspx Atlas is selling its Elk City facility to Enbridge Energy, expanding their interest in the Granite Wash. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_Digest_of_United_Kingdom_Energy_Statistics_2010.aspx The Digest of United Kingdom Energy Statistics 2010 is published today by the Department of Energy and Climate Change. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/The_effect_of_the_Deepwater_Horizon_disaster.aspx Infield Systems Ltd considers how the shockwaves of the Deepwater Horizon incident will be felt across the deepwater sector. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/ONEOK_Partners_announces_expansion.aspx ONEOK Partners, L.P. will install seven additional pump stations along its existing Sterling I natural gas liquids (NGL) distribution pipeline. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Renewable_wind_farms_National_Control_Center.aspx The National Control Center for US wind farms is making use of SCADA system. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Ethanol_increase_in_gasoline.aspx Groups opposing increase in ethanol in gasoline launch campaign advocating more scientific testing. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Energy_bill_should_do_no_harm.aspx NPRA’s Drevna comments on National Journal’s Energy & Environment blog. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Africa_continues_deepwater_drilling.aspx In spite of the furore over the Macondo spill, deepwater drilling is continuing unabated in Africa. 28/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Focus_on_India.aspx Nancy Yamaguchi, Contributing Editor, provides an overview of India’s hydrocarbon and product market. 28/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_continuing_investment.aspx The most recent EIC Monitor which tracks new energy projects has found that though there has been significant investment in the sector, total investment is still down 6% since the same quarter last year. 28/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/BP_sets_out_Gulf_of_Mexico_costs.aspx BP has taken a pre-tax charge of US$ 32.2 billion for the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, including the US$ 20 billion escrow compensation fund previously announced. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Macarthur_abandons_CITIC_deal.aspx Macarthur Coal has been forced to cancel a AU$ 110 million deal with CITIC Resources over a coal joint venture, as it has failed to secure waivers of pre-emptive rights from all minority participants. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/BP_CEO_Tony_Hayward_to_step_down .aspx BP has announced that Tony Hayward is to step down as group Chief Executive with effect from 1 October, 2010. He will be succeeded as of that date by fellow Executive Director Robert Dudley. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/PetroAlgae_signs_offtake_agreement_with_Eco-frontier.aspx PetroAlgae have signed a three year offtake agreement with Eco-Frontier to supply biocrude from its licensees. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Anadarko_announce_Ghana_offshore_discovery.aspx Anadarko have discovered oil in an exploratory well in the Owo prospect offshore Ghana. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/US_gasoline_demand_lower_than_last_year.aspx US gasoline deliveries for the first half of 2010 averaged 8.88 million bpd, 0.6% lower than the corresponding period a year ago, according to the American Petroleum Institute’s Monthly Statistical Report for June. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/University_of_Aberdeen_and_Halliburton_sign_partnership_agreement.aspx The University of Aberdeen and global energy group Halliburton have signed a strategic partnership agreement. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Murphy_Oil_plans_to_exit_refining_business.aspx Murphy Oil will sell three oil refineries and focus on its upstream and retail businesses in the US. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Jacobs_expands_copolymer_manufacturing_facility_for_Dow.aspx Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. has received a contract from The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) to provide engineering and construction management services for the expansion of its facility in Fombio, Italy. 26/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/US_EPA_criticise_XL_pipelines_environmental_impact_report.aspx The environmental protection agency has criticised TransCanada Corp’s environmental report for its Keystone XL pipeline as inadequate, and called for more study and analysis to be carried out. 26/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_LNG_seeking_higher_LNG_prices_from_Kogas.aspx Yemen’s foreign minister has reiterated his countries desire to renegotiate its long term LNG supply contract with Korea Gas Corp. 26/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Kepco_acquire_stake_in_Bayan_Resources.aspx Korea Electric Power Co. has announced the acquisition of a 20% stake in PT Bayan Resources for US$ 515 million. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/13_confirmed_dead_in_China_mine_flood.aspx The remaining five bodies have been recovered from a flooded coal mine in China, raising the death toll to 13. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/French_power_shortages_to_impact_on_UK.aspx Power shortages in France could have a knock-on effect on the UK energy market due to cross channel ownership of UK power stations. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/ConocoPhillips_cancels_Wilhelmshaven_refinery_upgrade.aspx ConocoPhillips has announced the cancellation of plans to upgrade the Wilhelmshaven refinery in Germany. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/GE_signs_licensing_agreement_with_BHEL_of_India.aspx GE has signed a 10 year licensing agreement for oil and gas compressors with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) of India. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Aker_Solutions_wins_contract_for_Goliat_FPSO_mooring_system.aspx Aker Solutions has won a contract worth NOK 150 million (US$ 24.25 million) to supply the vessel mooring system for the Goliat FPSO, owned by Eni Norge. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/EU to stop state aid to loss making coal mines.aspx The EU has clamped down on state subsidies to the European hard coal sector, ruling that loss making mines can only continue to receive government help if plans to close them are put in place. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/TAS_Energy_awarded_EPC_contract_for_San_Emidio_geothermal_project.aspx TAS Energy has been awarded a US$ 30 million EPC contract for Phase I of the San Emidio project, owned by US Geothermal. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/DOE_concludes_ethanol_pipeline_feasibility_study.aspx The US DOE has issued a feasibility study for an ethanol pipeline study that shows that though there are challenges, with the right conditions a similar project could succeed. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Inaugural_Energy_Event_awards_Dinner.aspx The Energy Event will be hosting its inaugural Awards Dinner in September to showcase a more positive side of the energy industry. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Consortium_developing_well_blowout_response_measures.aspx ConocoPhillips, Shell, Exxonmobil and Chevron are planning to build a rapid response system to any future well-blowouts in the Gulf of Mexico. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/New_World_Resources_announces_Q3_pricing_agreements.aspx Leading Central European miner, New World Resources, has announced its pricing agreement for coking coal and coke sales for Q3. Both average prices for coking coal and coke will increase on Q2 prices. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Continental_Coal_signs_off_take_agreement_with_EDF_Trading.aspx Continental Coal Ltd and EDF Trading have signed an off-take and funding agreement for all export quality thermal coal produced from Continental’s Project X, Vaalbank and Vlakvarkfontein mines for a 20 year period. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Elliott_to_supply_compressors_for_Habshan_5_gas_processing_plant.aspx Elliott Group has won a contract to supply 16 compressor trains for the Habshan 5 process plant, a part of Abu Dhabi Gas Industries’ (GASCO) integrated gas development (IGD) project in Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/The_future_of_the_energy_industry.aspx What challenges are facing the energy industry and how can they solve these problems? 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/New_IGCC_plant_for_carbon_capture_using_Siemens_technology.aspx Siemens has been awarded the FEED contract to supply coal gasification and power block technology for the Texas Clean Energy Project, a polygeneration IGCC project that will use coal as its feedstock. The project, which will have a carbon capture rate of 90%, received US$ 350 million under the US Department of Energy’s Clean Coal Power Initiative – Round 3. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_signs_North_America_and_Egypt_asset_deals_with_Apache .aspx BP has entered into several agreements to sell upstream assets in the US, Canada and Egypt to Apache Corporation. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Oil_and_gas_regional_update_Asia.aspx A summary of recent downstream oil and gas news from Asia. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Offshore_wind_shows_strong_growth.aspx Offshore wind projects in Europe have shown impressive growth in the first half of 2010 in spite of the economic crisis, however many projects are still being held back by a shortfall in investment. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Russia_and_Bulgaria_sign_South_Stream_roadmap.aspx Russia and Bulgaria have signed an agreement formalising plans to build the South Stream gas pipeline through Bulgaria. 20/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_signs_major_gas_deal_with_Egypt.aspx BP has signed a new agreement with the Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation to develop the significant hydrocarbon resources in the North Alexandria and West Mediterranean Deepwater concessions. 20/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/BIO_calls_on_US_congress_for_more_support_for_the_industry.aspx The Biotechnology Industry Organisation has called on Congress to extend federal tax incentives to the advanced biofuel industry, to help the industry secure more private investment funding. 20/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Florida_Gas_Transmission_raises_US$_843_million_to_fund_expansion.aspx Florida Gas Transmission is issuing senior notes to raise money for an expansion plan of its gas transmission network. 20/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Oil_and_Gas_regional_update_The_Americas.aspx A summary of recent oil and gas news from the Americas. 20/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/BA_to_run_passenger_jets_on_biofuel.aspx BA has entered into a partnership with Solena to acquire bio jet fuel to run it’s fleet of passenger jets. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chevron_signs_HOA_with_KOGAS.aspx Chevron has signed an HOA with KOGAS for LNG delivery from the Wheatstone project fro the next 20 years. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Qatargas_delivers_first_Q-Max_LNG_cargo_to_Japan.aspx Japan has received its first LNG cargo from one of Qatar’s massive Q-Max vessels, the largest LNG carriers in the world. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Consortium_sign_Polskie_LNG_contract.aspx A European consortium has signed the contract to build Poland’s first ever LNG terminal. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Washpool_hard_coking_coal_project_feasibility_study_completed.aspx Aquila Resources has completed the feasibility study for the Washpool coking coal project in the Bowen Basin, Queensland. The project will cost AU$ 320 million to develop and produce 1.6 million tpa of hard rank hard coking coal over a mine life of 25 years. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Regional_update_Europe.aspx A roundup of downstream news from Europe. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Riversdale_to_raise_AU$337_million_for_Benga_coal_project.aspx Riversdale Mining is set to raise AU$337 million to accelerate development of the Benga coal project, as well as explore the company’s other Mozambique tenements. The project has a production target of 20 million tpa by 2013. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Teekay_LNG_raising_funds.aspx Teekay LNG is raising funds by offering 1.7 million shares for sale. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/BP_buys_out_Verenium.aspx BP has agreed to buy Verenium’s cellulosic biofuels business for US$ 98.3 million. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/DOE_releases_report_on_the_impact_of_Recovery_Act.aspx The US Department of Energy has released a report that outlines the economic impact of the Recovery Act in advanced batteries and vehicles. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/BP_stops_oil_leak_in_Gulf_of_Mexico.aspx For the first time since 20 April, oil has temporarily stopped leaking into the Gulf. BP is awaiting well integrity results to see how much pressure the well can endure. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/NOIA, exploration, drilling, Gulf of Mexico, moratorium, Department of the Interior.aspx The NOIA has criticised the new suspensions for being overly restrictive on their industry and the lack of consultation before its implementation. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/US_refinery_capacity_declines_for_first_time_since_2003.aspx The EIA’s This Week in Petroleum report looks at US refinery capacity. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Greenhouse_simulates_real_world_conditions_for_research_and_development.aspx ExxonMobil and Synthetic Genomics Inc. advance algae biofuels program with new greenhouse. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Kazakh_oil_export_duty_reinstated.aspx Political uncertainty and renewed confidence in Kazakhstan’s investor appeal has led to the reinstatement of Kazakh oil export duty to squeeze foreign investors’ profit margins. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/GTL_Energy_commissioned_its_first_coal_upgrading_plant.aspx GTL Energy has successfully commissioned it’s first coal-upgrading plant in North Dakota, the plant processes low-rank coal to produce low moisture, high energy briquettes. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Emiratisation_in_the_energy_sector.aspx ADIPEC partners with Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council to foster Emiratisation in the energy sector 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Solar_cell_and_module_market_generates_US$_7.1_billion_in_Q2_2010.aspx According to research by IMS Research, the solar market generated US 7.1 billion in Q2 2010 and they are predicting a further rise in Q3 2010. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemical_prices_drop_to_new_2010_low.aspx Platts Global Petrochemical Index closes June at US$ 1051 /t. 13/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/US_DoE_announces_US$_67_million_investment_in_post-combustion_CCS.aspx The US Department of Energy has announced the selection of ten projects aimed at developing advanced technologies for capturing CO2 from coal combustion. 12/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/India_expected_to_drive_future_LNG_boom.aspx A new report by RNCOS has projected that global LNG growth will be healthy up to 2030, and India will be a major growth market for LNG. 12/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Now _here_A_review_of_natural_gas_markets_and_key_players_Egypt.aspx Natural gas is a major component of the Egyptian energy balance and its availability has been driving a flourishing petrochemical and fertiliser industry. Cedigaz present a review of the natural gas production and consumption in the Egyptian market and medium-term projections for the future of the market. 12/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Construction_plans_Egypt_Iraq_Mauritius.aspx A look at some new construction plans in the refining industry. 09/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Carmanah_Technologies_Corp._awarded_US$_1.5_million_solar_contract.aspx Carmanah Technolgies has won the contract to supply, install and commission a solar power plant in Ontario with a capacity of 250 kW. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Osaka_Gas_and_Shell_sign_long_term_supply_agreement.aspx Shell has signed a long term SPA agreement with Osaka Gas, to supply 800,000 tpa of LNG. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Call_for_management_and_technical_papers.aspx Call for management and technical papers for the 2011 NPRA Annual Meeting. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_Update_Asia.aspx A roundup of recent downstream oil and gas news from Asia. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Increased_drilling_activity_by_UK_oil_and_gas_industry_signals_rising_confidence.aspx North Sea offshore drilling activity has risen in the second quarter of 2010 by 133%, according to figures released by Deloitte; more than double the number of new wells were spudded than in Q1. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_update_The_Americas.aspx A round up of recent downstream oil and gas news from the Americas. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Shell set to award contracts for Iraq oil field.aspx Shell is ready to award deals to drill and perform EPC on new oil wells in Iraq’s Majnoon field. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/security_implications_of_Asia’s_interest_in_nuclear_power.aspx Brittany Damora, AKE Intelligence Analyst, considers security implications of Asia’s growing interest in nuclear power. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chevron_Corp._has_announced_a_new_gas_discovery_in_the_Carnarvon_basin.aspx Chevron has made another deepwater gas discovery in its WA-205-P permit area in the Carnarvon basin. It hopes to use the gas discovery to underpin expansion plans at the Wheatstone LNG hub. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/INR_Energy_announces_sale_of_W._Virginia_coal_operations.aspx INR will sell its West Virginia coal operations to Cliff Natural resources for US$ 757 million. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Pipeline_opportunities_in_Europe.aspx There are a great number of opportunities for supply chain companies in the pipeline sector in Europe today and looking to the future. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/API_response_to_new_oil_and_gas_taxes.aspx API stresses new taxes on oil and gas industry would imperil economic recovery. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Culture_Change_starts_with_Management.aspx July 2010: Culture Change starts with Management, Not Improvement Teams or Tools 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Standard_and_Poor’s_raises_Qatar’s_rating_to_AA.aspx Standard and Poor’s has raised Qatar’s credit rating to AA, based on strong growth prospects in the LNG sector. 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Anglo_American_agrees_sale_of_undeveloped_coal_assets_in_Australia.aspx Anglo American plc has announced that it has entered into a conditional agreement to sell its interests in five undeveloped coal assets in Australia for A$580 million (approximately US$500 million) in cash. 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Beach_Energy_Ltd_enters_into_constructive_partnership_with_ITOCHU_Corp.aspx Beach Energy has signed an MOU with ITOCHU to co-operate on an LNG project that will be supplied by Beach’s onshore gas reserves. 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Banpu_to_acquire_Centennial_Coal.aspx Banpu is to acquire Centennial coal for US$ 2 billion. 05/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Polish_shale.aspx Poland could potentially be sitting on a shale boom if the unconventional resources can be tapped. 05/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Abengoa_Solar_offered_conditional_US$_1.45_billion_loan_guarantee.aspx Abengo Solar have been offered the conditional loan guarantee to build the world’s largest concentrated solar power plant in Arizona. 05/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Australia_introduces_Mineral_Resource_Rent_Tax.aspx Following constructive discussions with the mining industry, Australia's newly appointed prime minister, Julia Gillard, has moved to scrap the controversial Resource Super Profits Tax (RSPT), replacing it with a Mineral Resource Rent Tax (MRRT). 02/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/National_Coal_Corp._announces_commencement_of_construction_of_Mine_12.aspx National Coal Corp. has started construction of Mine 12, which is expected to produce up to 40,000 t of coal per month when completed. 02/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Jamaican_LNG_bidding_process_under_investigation.aspx The Exmar consortium, which won the contract to build an LNG terminal in Jamaica, is having to defend itself against allegations of impropriety in the bidding process. 02/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/2010_Cat_Cracker_Seminar.aspx Registration for the NPRA Cat Cracker Seminar is now open. 02/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Keystone_Pipeline_starts_deliveries_to_US_Midwest.aspx TransCanada Corporation has announced that line fill of the first phase of the US$12 billion Keystone Pipeline has been completed and that commercial deliveries of crude oil to US Midwest markets at Wood River and Patoka, Illinois commenced on 30 June 2010. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Shell_completes_sale_of_downstream_business_in_Greece_to_Motor_Oil_Corinth_refineries.aspx Shell has sold off all it’s downstream business in Greece to simplify it’s global portfolio. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Venezuela_wins_historic_OPEC_quiz.aspx Venezuela has won the OPEC’s first ever international quiz, as part of celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the group’s formation. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Agriculture_and_bio_industries_to_generate_US$_230_billion.aspx A World Economic Forum report has outlined how these industries could potentially generate billions of dollars of income in the US and globally. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Solar_coal_hybrid_project.aspx Xcel Energy has started its demonstration plant to showcase the viability of such a hybrid plant. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Greener_oilsands.aspx Nanotechnology is being used to reduce the environmental impact of oilsands extraction. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Shell_discusses_zero_emission_transport_systems.aspx Shell says developed countries must be ‘well down the road’ towards zero emission transport systems by 2050. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/API_on_domestic_energy_sources.aspx Senate action on domestic energy sources imperils jobs and economic growth. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Industry_chief_calls_for_greater_subsea_focus.aspx Subsea UK is calling for greater support from the UK government to support the sector and help promote its future growth. 30/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/DOE_and_DOI_sign_MOU_to_spur_the_development_in_offshore_renewable_energy_projects.aspx The Department of Energy and the Department of the Interior have announced an MOU, which will strengthen the two departments working relationship on offshore renewables. 30/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_left_out_in_the_cold.aspx Foreign firms have started to leave Iran as new economic sanctions come into force. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Foster_Wheeler_awarded_contract_for_Cameroon_LNG_by_GDF_SUEZ.aspx Foster Wheeler has been awarded the contract to carry out the pre-FEED work on the Cameroon LNG project. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_US_DOE_is_to_invest_US$_24_million_in_biofuel_research.aspx The US Department of Energy is to invest US$ 24 million for algal biofuels research. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Ethylene_market_trends.aspx Mark Eramo and John Stekla, CMAI, USA, take a look at ethylene market trends, paying particular attention to activity in the US. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/How_to_save_the_Gulf.aspx Natural Power Concepts has submitted two new oil spill remediation technologies for dealing with the Gulf of Mexico spill. 28/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Scottish_Resources_Group_to_be_floated_on_stock_exchange.aspx Scottish Resources Group it to be listed on the London stock exchange in order to raise capital. 28/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_Report_The_Italian_downstream_sector.aspx Giorgio Greco, GE Oil & Gas, Italy, discusses how technology is helping the Italian downstream sector adapt to different conditions. 28/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Regional_Report_Italian_natural_gas_market.aspx Didier Favreau, Cedigaz, France, reviews the latest developments in the Italian natural gas market including an analysis of natural gas demand, supply and medium term forecasts for the future. 28/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Keystone_XL_expansion_delayed_by_congressmen.aspx A letter sent to US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton asks that more consideration be given to the proposed expansion before a permit is granted. 25/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Tupi_reserves_potential_confirmed_by_new_well.aspx BG group has confirmed the presence of light oil in its Tupi Alto well in the Santos basin, reinforcing estimates that there could be up to 8 billion bbls of light oil and gas in the Tupi reservoirs. 25/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Samson_Oil_and_Gas_to_sell_part_of_Goshen_County_project.aspx Samson Oil & Gas is to sell of part of its Goshen county assets to finance development of their other assets in Goshen County, Williston Basin and the Gulf coast onshore basin. 25/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Dresser_Masoneilan_awarded_nuclear_contract_in_China.aspx Dresser Masoneilan® has been awarded a contract to supply four Chinese reactors with control valves. 25/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Energy_Global_launches_Facebook_page_and_joins_Twitter.aspx You can now find Energy Global on Facebook and Twitter social networking sites. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Rodinia_Oil_Corp_awarded_new_petroleum_exploration_permit_applications.aspx Rodinia Oil Corp. (Rodinia) has been awarded two new petroleum exploration permit applications (EPAs) by the State of Western Australia. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_worlds_largest_gas_powered_ferry.aspx Fjord1 and Fiskerstrand BLRT have entered into an agreement to build the world’s largest gas-powered ferry. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Biomass_number_one_power_source_in_Sweden.aspx Biomass now accounts for 32% of Sweden’s energy needs, having surpassed oil in 2009, putting Sweden firmly on target to meet its renewable energy commitments in 2020. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Chevron_accused_of_attempting_to_sabotage_Ecuadorian_court_system .aspx Amazonian groups have accused Chevron of attempting to sabotage the court proceedings to decide a final settlement for environmental damage claims. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Abu_Dhabi_swapping_oil_for_solar.aspx Abu Dhabi’s local power company employees have been trained in photovoltaics in order to implement an initiative to increase the use of rooftop solar panels. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Canadian_oil_sands_could_be_leading_US_import_in_2010.aspx The Canadian oil sands have increasingly become an important source of global oil supply growth and are now poised to become the number one source of US crude oil imports in 2010. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/PERU_LNG_produces_first_LNG_cargo.aspx PERU LNG has successfully produced its first LNG cargo from its terminal in the Pampa Melchorita area. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/ Oil_spill_on_UK_coastline.aspx Clean-up operations are underway after a pipeline leaked at Esso’s Fawley terminal on Sunday. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/2010_UK_Budget.aspx The Department of Energy and Climate Change highlight points from the UK June Budget. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Patriot_Coal_closes_Harris_No_1_Mine.aspx Patriot Coal is closing its Harris No. 1 mine a year early due to difficult geological conditions. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Oversupply_of_gas_expected_on_the_market_for_next_five_years.aspx Predictions made by the latest report from Booz & Company. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Onshore_terminal_proposed_for_Greater_Sunrise_LNG_project.aspx East Timor plans to present a development plan for an onshore LNG terminal for the Greater Sunrise project. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/What’s_needed_in_an_energy_bill.aspx Charles T. Drevna answers the question. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Subsea_giant_formed_from_Acergy_and_Subsea_7.aspx Acergy and Subsea 7 have agreed to combine in order to create a world-leading company and provide better services to their clients. 21/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Jamaica_switching_to_LNG.aspx A consortium of investors led by EXMAR are planning to build an LNG importation terminal in Jamaica by 2012. 21/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_update_North_America.aspx A round up of news from the downstream industry in North America. 21/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Sentry_Petroleum_announces_award_of_coal_tenement.aspx Sentry Petroleum has been awarded a large coal tenement in the Eromanga basin, highlighting the potential for the coal seam gas industry in the area. 21/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/EU_approves_sanctions_on_Iran.aspx The EU has approved a broad package of sanctions against Iran, which amongst other things, will also target their oil and gas industry. 18/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Siemens_and_Gazprom_sign_MoU_to_work_together_on_LNG_technology.aspx The MoU provides for the two companies to cooperate on future joint development projects in LNG technology. 18/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Colombian_coal_mine_blast_kills_at_least_eight.aspx An explosion at the San Fernando coal mine in Amaga, Antioquia province, Colombia, has killed at least eight miners and trapped over 70 more underground. 17/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Statements_from_the_NPRA.aspx The NPRA comment on the preservation of American jobs and the Californian LCFS. 17/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/EXCO_to_acquire_shale_acreage_from_SWN.aspx EXCO has announced a deal worth US$ 355 million to acquire acreage in the Haynesville and Bossier Shale from Southwestern Energy. 17/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Increased_Government-industry_cooperation_essential_to_meet_the_G8_CCS_technology_target.aspx Despite significant recent progress towards the promotion of carbon capture and storage technologies, increased cooperation between Government and industry is essential to meet the G8 goal of launching 20 CCS demonstration projects by the end of the year. 17/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Iran_and_Pakistan_finalise_‘peace_pipeline’_without_India.aspx The US$ 7.6 billion pipeline deal between Iran and Pakistan goes ahead without India – contrary to the original plan conceived in the 1990s. 17/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_to_renegotiate_LNG_price_with_South_Korea.aspx Yemeni ministers have met with the South Korean Ambassador to Yemen to inform him that they wish to renegotiate the selling price of Yemeni LNG. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/KKR_and_Hilcorp_form_partnership_to_exploit_Eagle_Ford_Shale.aspx The two companies have signed a deal worth US$ 400 million to exploit the Eagle Ford Shale, in which Hilcorp already own 100,000 acres. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/US Department_of_Energy_offers_loan_guarantees_to_geothermal_projects.aspx The DOE has offered loan guarantees to geothermal projects in Nevada and Oregon to help them get off the ground. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/US$_11.5_million_in_civil_penalties_announced_for_TVA_coal_ash_spill.aspx The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has announced penalties against the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) for the coal ash spill at its Kingston’s plant in 2008. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Kentucky_Geological_Survey_completes_assessment_of_Kentucky’s_potential_for_CCS.aspx The Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS) at the University of Kentucky has completed a broad assessment of geologic factors affecting Kentucky’s potential for permanent storage of carbon dioxide. It also addresses the potential use of carbon dioxide for increasing recovery of oil from Kentucky fields. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Zero_Carbon_Britain_2030.aspx New report says Britain could cut greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2030, creating hundreds of thousands of new jobs and regaining energy security. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/ExxonMobil_Green_Team.aspx 340 High School students have been selected for the ExxonMobil Green Team. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Asciano_secures_haulage_contract_with_Anglo_American.aspx Asciano has secured a new long-term contract with Anglo American to haul 16.5 million tpa of coal in Queensland, Australia. The company expects the agreement to generate over AU$ 775 million in revenue. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Total_to_acquire_stake_in_Yamal_LNG.aspx Total has been in talks with Russia’s President Medvidev and Prime Minister Putin over the subject of joining Yamal LNG. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Oil_pipeline_attacked_in_eastern_Yemen.aspx Yemeni tribesmen have blown-up an oil pipeline some 6 km east of Marib. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_update_Asia_and_Pacific_Rim.aspx A summary of downstream oil and gas news from Asia and the Pacific Rim. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Abu_Dhabi_to_build_worlds_largest_solar_power_plant.aspx In order to meet Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy requirements and tap the vast solar resources of the region, Masdar has formed a joint venture with Total and Abengoa Solar. 14/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_update_Middle_East.aspx Recent news from the Middle Eastern downstream oil and gas industry. 14/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Bouncing_Back.aspx The US coal sector is facing better prospects after a tough year. However, concerns remain, particularly with regard to climate change legislation, which could have a profound impact on the coal sector. 14/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Carbon_capture_and_storage_investment.aspx US Department of Energy Secretary Chu announces nearly US$ 1 billion public/private investment in industrial carbon capture and storage. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_the_NPRA.aspx Two new statements and a conference update from the NPRA. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Fugitive_methane_emissions.aspx American Public Gas Association supports Environmental Protection Agency’s approach to reporting fugitive methane emissions. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/May_petrochemical_prices.aspx Rate of decline in petrochemical prices picks up pace in May. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Interview_by_European_Center_for_Energy_Security_Analysis_(ECESA)_Pt_2.aspx The European Center for Energy Security Analysis provide an overview of the challenges facing Europe as it attempts to diversify its gas supply to ensure energy security. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Interview_by_European_Center_for_Energy_Security_Analysis_(ECESA)_Pt_1.aspx The European Center for Energy Security Analysis provides an overview of the challenges facing Europe as it attempts to diversify its gas supply to ensure energy security. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Hargreaves_Services_pull_out_of_merger_discussions_with_ UK_Coal.aspx Hargreaves Services has announced that it no longer wishes to pursue the possibility of a merger deal with UK Coal. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Ncondezi_Coal_lists_on_AIM,_raising_US$_52_million_to_explore_licenses_in_Mozambique.aspx Ncondezi Coal has announced its admission to trading on AIM, the commencement of dealings in its shares on AIM, and the successful raising of US$ 52 million for the company. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Alert_Meter_users.aspx Litre Meter searches for oldest Pelton Wheel flow meter. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Second_Texas_gas_pipeline_blast .aspx Two die in second pipeline explosion in Texas. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Solid_Energy_plans_underground_coal_gasification_plant.aspx New Zealand coal miner, Solid Energy, plans to build an underground coal gasification plant on its Huntly West Coal Mining Licence area, Waikato. The plant, which is subject to approval of the relevant applications, will convert up to 30,000 t of coal into syngas and builds on 5 year’s of investigation by the company. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/FERC_approves_Denali_open_season_plan.aspx The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved the Open season plan filed by Denali – The Alaska Gas Pipeline, LLC. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemical_industry_feels_effects_of_economic_downturn.aspx A survey by H.S. Pipequipment Ltd illustrates the impact of the recession on the petrochemical industry. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Practical_Energy_and_Climate_Plan_Act_of_2010.aspx US Energy Secretary Steven Chu sent the following letter to Senator Richard Lugar on 9th June regarding Senator Lugar’s ‘Practical Energy and Climate Plan Act of 2010’. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Siemens_successfully_co-fires_coal_with_PetroAlgae_biocrude.aspx Siemens Energy has successfully completed the first firing of PetroAlgae Inc.’s biocrude fuel, a plant-based, micro-crop biomass material that is processed into a solid residue. The biocrude fuel was combined with pulverised coal in a pilot-scale burner with a thermal capacity of approximately 4 MBtu/hour. 09/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Hunnu_Coal_acquires_interest_in_Buyan_coal_project.aspx Close to China and its huge demand for natural resources, Mongolia has vast untapped resources that are ripe for exploitation, including huge coal deposits. Hunnu Coal aims to help develop these resources and has recently acquired a 60% interest in the Buyan coal project, in the giant Tavan Tolgoi coking coal field in the Umnugobi Province of Mongolia. 09/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/BP_liabilities_dwarf_Chevron’s.aspx BP’s projected liabilities for the Gulf spill dwarf those of Chevron over its toxic dumping in Ecuador. 09/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_denounce_proposed_Senate_energy_tax_increase.aspx NPRA have denounced a tax increase that would enrich Wall Street investment managers. 09/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Texas_gas_explosion.aspx Enterprise Products Partners closed a section of a pipeline following a gas explosion in Texas that killed one worker. 08/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Costain_Group_given_the_Gold_standard .aspx Costain achieves the FT’s Gold Corporate Responsibility standard. 08/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Technology_and_partnerships_essential_to_meeting_new_energy_demand_growth.aspx Speaking in China, ExxonMobil’s Senior Vice President outlined the need for stronger partnerships and the use of cutting edge technology in the energy industry to access new reserves. 08/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_LNG_to_reach_full_capacity.aspx Yemen LNG is nearing 100% production capacity after second production train starts. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Mexican_drug_cartels_stealing_oil_to_fund_battle_against_government.aspx According to Pemex, Mexican drug cartels are stealing some US$ 715 million worth of oil annually by tapping into the country’s pipelines. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Alaska_legislates_to_encourage_geothermal_power.aspx Alaska’s Governor has signed two new pieces of legislation encouraging the use of geothermal power; cutting royalty rates and deregulating renewable energy projects. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_Emerson_Process_Management.aspx Emerson’s European Flow Centre achieves ISO 17025 accreditation for flow calibration. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_sales,_maintenance,_restarts_and_closures.aspx Recent reports of refinery closures, sales, restarts and maintenance work. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Gwynt_y_Môr_wind_farm_to_be_built_off_North_Wales_coast.aspx The new wind farm will have 160 wind turbines, making it one of the largest in Europe. 04/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Xstrata_suspends_mining_investments.aspx Xstrata has suspended some of its mining investments in response to the Australian government’s proposed new resource tax. 04/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Baker_Hughes_acquires_Russian_ESP_service_provider.aspx Baker Hughes has acquired Siberia based Oilpump Services (OPS), the second largest electrical submersible pumping (ESP) system service company in Western Siberia. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_will_fund_construction_of_six_sections_of_Louisiana_barrier_islands.aspx BP has announced that it supports the US government's decision to proceed with the construction of six sections of the Louisiana barrier islands. The company will fund the estimated US$ 360 million it will cost to construct the six sections. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/A_natural_tool_to_tackle_oil_spills.aspx Marine bacteria could be the key to cleaning oil spills in the sea, without further damaging the environment by using chemicals, according to microbiologists at Bangor University. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Will_BP_succumb_to_a_takeover_bid.aspx There are many pros and cons to taking over BP when it is vulnerable, but at the moment, the cons appear to outweigh the pros. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Moray_Firth_to_become_carbon_sequestration_location.aspx The Captain Sandstone in the Moray Firth is being investigated as a possible site for carbon storage due to the salt infused sandstone present there. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Downstream_news_from_Bahrain_and_Kuwait.aspx A roundup of news from the two Middle Eastern downstream industries. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Trans-Alaska_pipeline_oil_spill_totals_5000_bbl.aspx Alyeska shut down the Trans-Alaska pipeline last week after a spill was discovered at Pump Station 9. 02/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/EXCO_and_BG_Group_close_JV.aspx EXCO and BG Group have announced the closure of the Appalachian JV. 02/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Asian_expansion_plans.aspx Recent refinery expansion and construction plans in Asia. 02/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_Finnish_factory_for_Metso.aspx Metso lays the foundation stone for a new factory in Finland. 02/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/ExxonMobil_summer_jobs_program.aspx ExxonMobil community summer jobs program provides interns for 270 nonprofits nationwide. 02/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Improvement_vs_Incompetence.aspx The transition from a reactive maintenance culture to a proactive one can be beset by pitfalls. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Downstream_update_USA_and_Canada.aspx A roundup of downstream news from the US and Canada. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Gov_Rick_Perry_voices_concerns_over_EPA_action .aspx EPA’s actions will undermine Texas’ environmental and economic successes. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Hurricane_season_predictions_14_storms_in_store.aspx The coming Atlantic storm season may bring the most destructive hurricanes in years, according to US NOAA predictions. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_the_future_of_shipping.aspx LNG as a fuel offers many benefits to the shipping industry and could be price competitive with a little development in infrastructure. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Gulf_of_Mexico_oil_spill_the_next_step.aspx With ‘top kill’ operations failing to overcome the flow from the well, the next strategy is to deploy a lower marine riser package cap containment system. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Inauguration_of_new_Metso_technology_centre.aspx Metso’s new technology centre has been inaugurated in Shanghai, China. 28/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Middle_Eastern_downstream_update.aspx A round up of recent news from the Middle East downstream industry. 28/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_the_American_Public_Gas_Association.aspx Communities interested in switching to natural gas will receive federal assistance to build infrastructure under new government legislation. 28/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/The_National_Ocean_Industries_Association_responds_to_the_moratorium_on_drilling_activities.aspx The association has revealed the long-term economic effects of the drilling moratorium. 28/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/COFCO,_Sinopec_and_Novozymes_to_build_cellulosic_ethanol_demonstration_plant.aspx The three companies plan to get the plant running by 2011 to test if cellulosic biofuel can be successfully commercialised and be competitive with conventional gasoline fuels. 28/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Insatiable_Appetites.aspx As Asia rushes to meet excessive power demand, its power companies are targeting coal producing countries worldwide to secure supplies. This has lead to domestic supply concerns in at least two countries, as well as fears for the export market as China increases its interest in Mongolian coal; a move that threatens to reshape world coal trade. 27/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Evaluating_the_performance_of_refinery_strippers.aspx An overview of a simple criterion for the evaluation of the performance of refinery strippers. 27/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Dr_Henrik_Topsøe_receives_award.aspx Dr Henrik Topsøe has been awarded the Distinguished Researcher Award. 27/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Fanning_the_embers_into_flames.aspx Canada is positioning its coal sector to take advantage of the next upturn, with the inevitable return to domestic and international demand for energy looming. The county’s prime focus is on expanding capacity. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Downstream_update_Asia_and_Pacific_Rim.aspx Round up of recent downstream news from Asia and the Pacific Rim. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Clean_coal_technology_essential_to_American_economy.aspx According to the ACCCE, clean coal technology could potentially provide thousands of jobs and make a major contribution to the US economy. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Yemeni_tribe_attacks_crude_oil_pipeline.aspx Members of the Abida tribe have blown up a crude oil pipeline after an airstrike targeting an al Qaeda operative missed its target and accidentally killed the deputy governor of Yemen’s Marib province. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/New_UK_energy_bill.aspx New energy bill announced: green focus plus help for North Sea production. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Examining_fuel_stability.aspx An examination of the impact of metal contamination on fuel stability. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Kevin_Costner_helps_oil_spill_in_Gulf_of_Mexico.aspx Hollywood actor Kevin Costner has announced that he intends to implement a machine that he has been developing for 15 years in the massive oil clear up efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Hitachi_and_TOYO_sign_agreement_for_feasibility_study_with_Eastern_Star.aspx Hitachi and TOYO are to conduct a feasibility study for an electric motor driven LNG plant for Eastern Star Gas Ltd in Newcastle. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemicals_prices_plunge.aspx Platts Global Petrochemicals Index plunges to 2010 low on bearish demand and falling crude prices. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_environmental_challenge.aspx A look at how refiners are dealing with environmental challenges at a time when the financial health of the sector is ailing. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Gulf_of_Mexico_forecast.aspx Why the Gulf of Mexico is one of the few bright spots in the North American oilpatch. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/More_news_from_ExxonMobil.aspx ExxonMobil has made another donation and is taking part in the ‘Dream Tour’. 24/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_North_America_and_Canada.aspx Roundup of recent downstream news from North America and Canada. 24/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/US_gasoline_production_record.aspx US gasoline production hits April record, demand rises 24/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Baker_Hughes_and_VSFusion_complete_microseismic_fracture_monitoring_survey.aspx Baker Hughes and VSFusion, a borehole seismic processing joint venture between Baker Hughes and CGGVeritas, recently completed one of the largest microseismic hydraulic fracture monitoring surveys ever undertaken. 24/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Schlumberger_inaugurates_new_technology_facility_in_Norway.aspx Schlumberger has inaugurated a new technology facility in Norway called The WesternGeco Oslo Technology Center (WOTC). 24/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/ExxonMobil_and_employees_donation.aspx American Indian College Fund has received a donation from ExxonMobil and employees. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/The_race_is_hotting_up_for_offshore_wind.aspx As the pendulum of public opinion has swung firmly in favour of renewable technology, countries around the world are racing to be the world leaders in offshore wind technology. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_launches_live_webcam_of_riser_flow.aspx BP has launched a live webcam of the riser flow, which can be viewed at www.bp.com Meanwhile, the US government has created a Flow Rate Technical Team (FRTT) to develop a more precise estimate of the rate of flow from the well. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Downstream_sales_news.aspx Roundup of recent asset sales in the downstream industry. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/EON_Ruhrgas_becomes_new_shareholder_in_Trans_Adriatic_Pipeline.aspx E.ON's core natural gas unit - E.ON Ruhrgas - will join a consortium that is developing the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), which will transport gas from the Caspian basin and the Middle East to Europe through Albania and Italy. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Biofuel_companies_form_joint_venture.aspx Ceres Inc. and Novozymes, both companies involved at different stages of the value chain in producing biofuels, have joined forces to help commercialise biofuel crops. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Now_here_World_Coal_Asia_Special.aspx The third annual World Coal Asia Special includes exclusive analysis of the world's most dynamic coal market. 20/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/M_W_Kellogg_Ltd_receive_award.aspx KBR Subsidiary M.W. Kellogg Ltd. have been awarded an order of distinction by RoSPA. 20/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Sable_Mining_Ltd._accelerating_development_of_Reitkuil_coal_project.aspx Sable Mining Ltd. have commissioned a bankable feasibility study for the Reitkuil coal project in anticipation of fast-tracking the project. 20/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Technip_completes_Apache_II.aspx Technip completes construction of its new pipelay vessel; declares labour cuts at Pori yard. 20/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Xergi_to_build_anaerobic_digestion_plant_in_Scotland.aspx Xergi and Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) have entered into a joint venture agreement to build an €8 million anaerobic digestion plant in Scotland. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Clean_energy_sees_strong_Q1_growth.aspx The clean energy Industry has defied the global recession and seen strong growth in Q1 2010. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Invensy_sign_upgrade_contract_with_MLNG.aspx Invensys have signed a US$ 12.4 million contract to upgrade the Bintulu LNG complex in Malaysia. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Miners_trapped_after_explosion_at_Turkish_coal_mine.aspx Rescue efforts are underway to free 32 workers who have been trapped following a coal mine explosion in northern Turkey. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/MacArthur_Coal_rejects_revised_bid_from_Peabody.aspx The board of MacArthur Coal has rejected the revised, lower takeover bid from Peabody Energy. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/US_foreign_oil_imports_remain_high.aspx US imports of foreign oil remain stubbornly high in spite of initiatives to use more domestic natural gas. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Kidnap_and_the_Energy_Industry.aspx Kidnapping remains a problem across the developing world with foreign nationals a particularly attractive target for criminals and militant groups. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Energy_efficiency_goals.aspx Global leaders meet to collaborate on energy efficiency goals. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Qatargas_signs_EPSA_agreement_with_Shell_and_Petrochina.aspx Qatar Petroleum signed the exploration and production sharing agreement with Shell and Petrochina for Qatar block D. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Unconventional_oil_found_near_Paris.aspx Toreador and Hess have created a joint venture to exploit vast reserves of shale oil in the Paris basin. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Cheniere_Energy_sells_stake_in_Freeport_LNG.aspx Cheniere has announced the closure of the sale of it’s stake in Freeport LNG to ZHA FLNG Purchaser. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_refinery_and_storage_construction_plans.aspx Venezuela and Nigeria are making plans to construct new refineries while Singapore is looking into a new storage facility. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Turkey_and_Russia_to_cooperate_on_Black_Sea_pipeline.aspx Amongst the 17 agreements signed between Turkey and Russia this week, is the contract to develop the oil pipeline project running from the Black Sea to the Mediterranean. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/LNG_Ltd_obtain_EPC_proposal_for_LNG_project_and_may_look_for_investment_partners.aspx LNG Ltd has completed the FEED work for the Fisherman’s Landing project and has obtained an EPC proposal for the project. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Fluor awarded early_works_contract_for_Gladstone_LNG_project.aspx Fluor Corporation has been awarded an early works contract by Santos for the Gladstone LNG project, and is the preferred contractor for the full EPC contract. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemical_prices_report.aspx Petrochemical prices hit fresh six month highs on April, before finishing lower. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_Ensuring_Latin_America’s_Energy_Security.aspx South America is investing heavily in LNG to secure energy supply and potentially earn export dollars sending LNG to the lucrative North American market. 13/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/NPRA_reject_climate_bill.aspx The NPRA have said that the new Senate climate bill should be rejected. 13/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/A_green_light_for_North_America.aspx Few would disagree that 2009 was a terrible year for the North American oil patch. But now, as 2010 unfolds, the sector is gearing up to go. Is this the beginning of a renaissance in the petroleum industry or a false rally? 13/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Baker_Hughes_installs_subsea_boosting_systems_at_Perdido .aspx Baker Hughes has installed enhanced run life electrical submersible pumping (ESP) systems in two vertical subsea boosting stations located on the seabed at Shell’s Perdido field in the Gulf of Mexico in 8000 ft of water. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Total_acquires_interest_in_two_exploration_blocks_in_the_Arafura_Sea.aspx Total has signed an agreement with ConocoPhillips to acquire a 24.5% interest in the Arafura Sea and the Amborip VI blocks in the Arafura Sea, offshore Indonesia. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Wärtsilä_provides_power_modules_for_FPSO.aspx Wärtsilä has signed a contract with the Brazilian industrial group QUIP to supply three main power modules for a new P-63 floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Shale_gas_outlook.aspx The Annual Energy Outlook presents a projection and analysis of US energy supply, demand, and prices through 2035. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Global_refining_roundup.aspx A roundup of recent refining news, from refinery output to biomass facilities. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Ukraine_considering_Gazprom’s_takeover_bid.aspx Russia is offering the Ukraine a merger between the two state-owned monopolies, Gazprom and Naftogaz. 11/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/BG_Group_announces_joint_venture_with_EXCO .aspx BG Group today announced that it has entered into further joint venture arrangements with its US shale partner, EXCO Resources, Inc. This agreement adds to the alliance entered into over EXCO’s shale assets in East Texas and North Louisiana in June 2009. 11/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chu_Kong_Pipe_secures_orders_with_CNPC_Sinopec_and_CNOOC.aspx Chu Kong Pipe has secured orders worth a total of RMB834 million to supply pipes to the three major Chinese companies. 11/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_Q_and_A.aspx Don’t miss your chance to influence the conference agenda. 11/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refining_capacity_in_China_and_the_US.aspx A look at the processing rate of China’s refineries and Holly Corp., US. 10/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/russian_coal_mine_hit_by_two_explosions.aspx Two methane explosions have occurred at the Raspadskaya coal mine in Siberia, trapping miners underground. 10/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_threatens_to_expel_foreign_companies_from_South_Pars_gas_field.aspx Iran’s Oil Minister has threatened to expel foreign companies who are delaying investment in the gas field over fears of sanctions and government instability. 10/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_cautious_of_carbon_restrictions.aspx Drevna cautions against harmful carbon restrictions in Op-Ed. 10/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/MacArthur_shares_defy_resource_tax_fears .aspx Shares in Macarthur Coal have risen, in spite of the threatened resource tax currently being proposed by the Australian government, which has sent other coal companies shares tumbling. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Santos_to_delay_investment_decision_on_Gladstone_LNG_project.aspx After the Australian government’s announcement of a new super resource tax, Santos is delaying an investment decision on the Gladstone LNG project. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/World’s_largest_cow_manure_biogas_project_to_begin_production_this_year.aspx The Huisham farm, the largest cow manure derived biogas project in the world, is to begin production in September 2010. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Middle_East_downstream_round_up.aspx A summary of news from the Middle East downstream oil and gas industry. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Looking_at_Latin_Americas_oil_assets.aspx A quick look at recent news from the Latin America oil sector. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/CB_and_I_awarded_development_contract_for_Yamal_LNG_project.aspx CB&I have won the concept development contract for the Yamal LNG project in northwest Siberia. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/EPA_to_legislate_on_the_safe_disposal_of_coal_ash.aspx The EPA is proposing to change how coal ash is classified under current waste management law, with a mind to enforcing stricter regulations to limit environmental damage. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Costain_wins_safety_awards.aspx Costain has been given several awards by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Downstream_news_from_Africa.aspx An overview of downstream news from Africa. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Australian_coal_seam_gas_stocks_fall.aspx Following the announcement on Sunday that a new super tax will be levied on resources, coal seam gas stocks were sent tumbling. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Asian_downstream_update.aspx An update on recent downstream news from Asia. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/JSW_Steel_buys_US_mines.aspx JSW Steel has bought coking mines in West Virginia, USA, to fuel its steel production. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Qatar_to_invest_in_Greece.aspx Qatar has signed a memorandum of understanding to invest up to US$ 6.6 billion in energy projects in Greece. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_Samson.aspx Samson has expanded two of its facilities in recent months. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Green_Collar_Energy_Forum.aspx A round up of the main messages from the 2010 Green Collar Energy Forum. 04/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/ITF_calls_for_technology_proposals.aspx ITF is calling for proposals for new technologies associated with the more efficient recovery of unconventional resources and enhanced oil recovery. 04/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_maintenance_project_scale_backs_and_cancellations.aspx An update on recent refinery maintenance shutdowns, project scale backs and project cancellations. 04/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_sales_expansions_and_construction_plans.aspx A round up of recent refinery sales, expansions and new build construction plans. 04/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Shale_gas_drillers_suffer_setback_in_New_York_state.aspx New York State has passed restrictive legislation on the use of hydraulic fracture drilling near the cities of Syracuse and New York. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Shells_FLNG_technology_chosen_for_greater_sunrise_project.aspx The Sunrise joint venture has chosen to use Shell’s proprietary FLNG technology to develop the Greater Sunrise gas fields in the East Timor Sea. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_steps_up_shoreline_protection_plans_on_US_Gulf_Coast.aspx BP has launched the next phase of its effort to contain and clean up the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, with a significant expansion of onshore preparations in case spilled oil should reach the coast. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Coal_cost_culture_change_a_priority_in_improvement.aspx May 2010: Is culture change your last priority in improvement? 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/TransAlta_aims_for_big_carbon_emissions_cuts.aspx TransAlta is looking at carbon capture and alternative energy sources to phase out its coal-fired plants and reduce emissions. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_discusses_carbon_restrictions.aspx The National Petrochemical and Refiners Association has said that carbon restrictions hurt America. 29/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_Nigerian_Petroleum_Industry_Bill.aspx The Nigerian Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) is an ambitious attempt, 10 years in the making, to comprehensively reform the Nigerian oil and gas sector. While theoretically it makes a great deal of sense, in practical terms it is flawed. 29/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/New_Clean_Energy_act_for_British_Columbia.aspx British Columbia government have enforced a new act that is encouraging clean energy and more jobs. 29/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/North_America_and_Canada_update.aspx A round up of news from North America and Canada. 29/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Pakistan LNG_deal_declared_null_and_void.aspx Pakistan’s Supreme Court has nullified a deal between Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry and GDF Suez for the supply of LNG after it emerged a lower bid was not even considered. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Iran_and_Qatar_oil_and_gas_industries.aspx Ng Weng Hoong takes a look at the changing fortunes of the oil and gas industries in Iran and Qatar in LNG Industry's Spring regional report. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Indonesia_to_invest_heavily_in_geothermal_energy.aspx The Indonesian government has spelled out a five year plan to increase its geothermal power output at the World Geothermal Congress in Bali. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Russia_Ukraine_pipe_imports_decision.aspx Russia to allow duty free import of pipes from Ukraine. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/India_plans_huge_spend_to_acquire_overseas_coal_supplies.aspx Coal India Ltd plans to invest up to US$ 1.7 billion to acquire stakes in five foreign coal mines. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/2010_showing_growth_in_global_energy_industry_projects.aspx Looking back at the first quarter of 2010, some encouraging signs of growth can be seen across the global energy industry, according to the latest data from EIC Monitor - the quarterly index that tracks newly announced projects across the global energy supply chain. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_Report_The_Middle_East_oil_market_and_refining_sector.aspx An examination of the Middle Eastern oil market and refining sector, with a special focus on Iraqi refining. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Austria_and_Russia_sign_South_Stream_pipeline_agreement.aspx An agreement has been signed that permits Russia’s South Stream natural gas pipeline to cross Austrian territory. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_Yanbu_refinery_project.aspx ConocoPhillips has pulled out of the Yanbu project. 26/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Total_to_sell_Lindsey_refinery.aspx Total plans to sell the Lindsey refinery, UK. 26/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Exports_interrupted_as_Iraqi_pipeline_is_attacked.aspx Saboteurs have bombed a pipeline in the Iraqi province of Ninevah, halting crude oil export to Turkey. 26/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/ExxonMobil_donates_US$_36_million_to_education.aspx ExxonMobil and its employees have made large donations to educational institutions around the US. 26/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BJ_Services_gears_up_in_Marcellus_shale_fields.aspx BJ Services Company is expanding its tubing and casing running operations in the Marcellus shale fields of Pennsylvania, West Virginia and New York. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Shell_predicts_energy_will_grow_rapidly_over_next_two_decades.aspx Shell officials have stated that the Middle East will struggle to keep enough investment to meet the demand for natural gas over the next two decades. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemicals_update_from_China_SA_and_India.aspx A roundup of news from the petrochemicals industry in China, South Africa and India. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Securing_safe_investments_in_Iraq’s_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx More and more business opportunities are arising in Iraq’s southern province of Basrah. Recent months have seen a flurry of contracts signed in the oil, gas, construction and shipping sectors and the area looks set to become an energy and logistics hub. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Solar_fuel_producer_Joule_listed_among_worlds_top_10_emerging_technologies.aspx Joule has been listed in the top 10 emerging technologies by Technology Review TR10, for its pioneering solar fuel technology. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/100_years_in_the_water_treatment_industry.aspx NA Water Systems is celebrating 100 years in the water treatment industry. 22/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Atlas Energy and Reliance_Industries_acquire_additional_acres_in_Marcellus_shale.aspx The two companies have announced that they have jointly acquired an extra 42,000 acres of Marcellus Shale to exploit for unconventional shale gas. 22/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Heavy_duties_imposed_on_Chinese_pipe.aspx Chinese pipe destined for the oil and gas industries will be slapped with duties when it hits the US market because the products were illegally dumped. 22/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Global_refining_capacity.aspx An update on projects that will affect global refining capacity. 22/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Citizen_of_the_year_award.aspx ExxonMobil CEO, Rex Tillerson has been awarded the Houston World Affairs Council Citizen of the Year Award. 21/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Gas_OPEC_seek_to_control_prices.aspx Algeria has asked fellow GECF members to curb production to alter the prices of gas into an upward curve. 21/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/When_helicopters_are_unable_to_fly.aspx The grounding of several helicopter flights to North Sea oil and gas platforms in the wake of the Iceland volcano has resulted in a focus on marine alternatives. 21/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Cygnus_gas_field_reserve_estimates_continue_to_grow.aspx Endeavour International Corporation has announced that the successful appraisal drilling in the western area of the Cygnus gas field in Block 44/11a has led to increased reserves and prospective resource estimates, and extended the field boundary to the north and west. 21/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/ExxonMobil_sets_new_drilling_record.aspx ExxonMobil has completed the world’s longest extended reach well drilled from an existing offshore fixed platform drilling rig, increasing the company’s ability to produce more domestic oil supplies from existing facilities at the Santa Ynez unit, offshore southern California. 20/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/refinery_problems.aspx A brief roundup of the latest closures and shelved plans from the refining industry. 20/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Max_Petroleum_abandons_exploration_well.aspx Max Petroleum Plc has completed drilling the KZN-2 exploration well on the North Kyzylzhar II West Block prospect in Block E without encountering hydrocarbons. 20/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Letter_warns_of_more_bombings_on_EnCanas_pipelines.aspx British Columbia local media has received another letter threatening EnCana with further attacks on its pipeline network. 20/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Dana_makes_significant_gas_discovery_offshore_UK.aspx Dana has announced a significant gas discovery at the Platypus prospect in the UK Southern North Sea. 20/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_TNK-BP.aspx A round up of recent news from TNK-BP 19/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_Canadian_oilsands.aspx A look at the recent debate surrounding BP and the Canadian oilsands along with Sinopec’s oilsands investment plans. 19/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Natural_gas_debate.aspx NPRA have commented on T. Boone Pickens’ plan to power vehicles with natural gas. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Four_common_design_mistakes.aspx Solomon Associates shares the four most common mistakes energy companies make in designing a new facility. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Russia_to_invest_in_Argentine_nuclear_industry.aspx Russia intends to invest millions of dollars in the Argentine nuclear industry following talks between President Dmitry Medvedev and the Argentine President Cristina Fernandez. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/AGRI_project_could_sink_Nabucco_pipeline.aspx Azerbaijan, Georgia and Romania have signed a memorandum of understanding to transport LNG into the EU in a project that could be finalised sooner than the Nabucco pipeline. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/NPRA_challenges_the_EPA.aspx NPRA has filed a legal challenge to the EPA renewable fuel standard rule. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Fluors_new_venture_in_Qatar_awarded_contract_for_Pearl_GTL_project.aspx Fluor Corporation has announced that Qatar National Facilities Services, a new venture partly owned by Fluor, signed a major long term maintenance and services contract with Qatar Shell Gas to Liquids Limited (QSGTL). 15/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Riversdale_opens_Benga_coal_project.aspx Riversdale Mining has officially opened its Benga coal project in Mozambique, with an estimated potential to produce 20 million ROM tpa of coal for more than 25 years. The company has also signed a contract with MCC to cover open pit mining for the first stage of the project. 15/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Geothermal_power_industry_sees_huge_growth_in_2009.aspx According to a new report by the Geothermal Energy Association, 2009 saw a 26% growth in new projects under development in the US. 15/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/WorleyParsons_awarded_contract_by_Total_E_and_P_Joslyn.aspx WorleyParsons has been awarded a contract from Total E&P Joslyn Ltd for the Total Joslyn North Mine Mineable Oil Sands plant project. 15/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Reliance_Industries_enters_joint_venture_with_Atlas_Energy.aspx Reliance Industries has entered into a joint venture with Atlas Energy Inc. for a 40% stake in Atlas’ Marcellus Shale acreage. 14/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemicals_prices_hit_six_month_high_in_March.aspx Prices in the US$ 2.8 trillion global petrochemicals business continued to forge ahead in March hitting new six month highs and continuing to build on the dramatic gains seen in January when the Platts Global Petrochemical Index (PGPI) rose by 10.4%. 14/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Foster_Wheeler_awarded_refinery_modernisation_contracts_by_PETROM_in_Romania.aspx Foster Wheeler AG has announced that a subsidiary of its global engineering and construction group has been awarded contracts by PETROM S.A. for investments that form part of PETROM's Petrobrazi Modernization Project. 14/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Ontario_invests_in_green_future.aspx Ontario has been awarding contracts for a massive programme of green energy generation that it predicts will generate up to CAN$ 9 billion in private investment. 13/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chinas_race_for_oil.aspx China is influencing the course of peak oil debate, with rapid expansion of its oil and gas holdings around the world. 13/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/PetroChina_to_invest_further_in_natural_gas.aspx PetroChina Co. Ltd has increased its natural gas exploitation and overseas gas project cooperation in an effort to integrate the gas business into its strategic business portfolio. 13/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Oil_pipeline_leaks_into_wildlife_refuge.aspx Some 18 000 gallons of oil has leaked from a pipeline into the Delta National Wildlife Refuge in Louisana, USA. 12/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Woodside_plans_for_Greater_Sunrise_project_stymied_by_East_Timor_government.aspx The E.Timor government has barred Woodside’s plans for an FLNG terminal or a land based terminal in Darwin to process gas from the Greater Sunrise field. 12/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Boom_Times.aspx Immense deposits, a reforming president and a thriving democracy continue to outweigh the negatives of investing in Indonesia. This has led to miners boosting thermal coal output to meet demand from Asia’s power companies. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Nuclear_power_a_necessity_for_Ireland.aspx Ireland must find alternative sources of energy to meet its carbon emissions targets and energy demands. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/World_Bank_approve_loan_for_South_African_coal_plant.aspx The World Bank has approved a US$ 3.75 billion loan to Eskom, which will be used to complete the 4800 MW Medupi coal-fired power plant in South Africa. The loan will ease the country’s power shortages and help it to achieve a reliable energy supply. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Icon_Energy_sees_shares_rise_after_massive_China_deal.aspx Icon Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding to supply China with LNG, the move has sparked a massive increase in the company’s share price. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/El Paso’s Ruby pipeline approved.aspx El Paso Corp. has received FERC approval for its natural gas Ruby pipeline project. 08/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/US_Air_Force_investing_heavily_in_biofuel.aspx The US Air Force is planning to run its aircraft on 50:50 biofuel in an efficiency and self-sufficiency drive. 08/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/South_Hook_terminal_completed.aspx The South Hook terminal has commissioned the final stages of the terminal’s equipment, effectively doubling capacity at the plant in Milford Haven. 08/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/TransCanada_Corp_gains_approval_from_US_regulators.aspx US regulators have given TransCanada Corp. (TRP) permission to solicit interest from oil and gas producers regarding two proposed gas pipeline projects running from Alaska to Canada and the continental US. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Extra_capacity_comes_online_in_Yemen.aspx Yemen has placed a second train online at the Balhaf facility, boosting its LNG production capacity considerably. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Morocco_investing_heavily_in_solar_power.aspx Alongside the US$ 555.3 billion Desertec project, Morocco is planning to invest US$ 9 billion in a solar energy programme. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Libyas_hidden_wealth.aspx Libya potentially holds massive resources, which could offset the dwindling reserves in MENA region. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Mine_explosion_kills_25_miners_in_West_Virginia.aspx In the worst mining disaster in over 25 years, an explosion at an underground coal mine in West Virginia has killed at least 25 miners. 06/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Adrok_develops_revolutionary_exploration_technology.aspx Adrok Group Ltd has developed revolutionary technology known as the atomic dielectric resonance (ADR) scanner, which has the ability to identify and image any substance down to molecular or atomic level. 06/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Shell_starts_production_at_Perdido.aspx Shell has produced its first oil and natural gas from the Perdido development, the world’s deepest offshore drilling and production facility. 06/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Nord_Stream_construction_to_begin_this_week.aspx Construction of the long-anticipated Nord Stream gas pipeline from Russia to Germany via the Baltic officially got underway on 9th April. 06/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/BHP_Billiton_signs_joint_venture_agreement_for_Indonesian_Coal_Project.aspx BHP Billiton, the world’s largest mining company, will create a joint venture with PT Adaro Energy, a leading Indonesian miner, to develop its Indonesian Coal Project in East and Central Kalimantan. Adaro will acquire a 25% interest in the project, with BHP retaining the remaining 75%. 05/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/JP_Morgan_enters_LNG_market.aspx JP Morgan and Cheniere Energy have entered into a two-year partnership involving the Sabine Pass terminal. 03/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/SSE_Renewables_secures_£400_million_loan.aspx SSE has secured an additional loan from the European Investment Bank to invest in renewable projects. 02/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Awareness_improving_coal_mine_management_strategies.aspx April 2010: awareness: a double-edged sword in improvement 01/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Pakistan_LNG_deal_mired_in_scandal.aspx A contract made between GDF Suez and Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry has become mired in scandal after it was revealed a lower bid was ignored. 01/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Brazil_announces_PAC_2 .aspx Brazilian President Lula announces US$ 880 billion infrastructure plan, of which some will go towards increasing energy production capacity. 01/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Tobacco_identified_as_potential_biofuel.aspx The much maligned tobacco plant could get a new lease of life being used to produce biofuels. 01/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Siemens_to_invest_£80_million_in_UK_wind_turbine_production_facility.aspx Siemens will build a huge wind turbine production facility and create hundreds of jobs in a new government sponsored scheme. 31/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/India_and_US_agree_nuclear_fuel_reprocessing_deal.aspx India and America clear another hurdle to implementing the civil nuclear co-operation bill, and agree procedures for reprocessing spent fuel. 31/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Nigeria_supplies_Ghana_through_WAGP.aspx Nigeria has begun to supply natural gas to Ghana, Togo and Benin Republic through the West Africa Gas Pipeline (WAGP). 31/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/China_leading_world_in_green_investment.aspx According to a recent study, China now leads the world as the highest investor in green technology. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/CNOOC signs coal seam gas LNG deal with BG Group.aspx China National Offshore Oil Corp. (CNOOC) has signed an agreement with BG Group of Australia for the purchase of 3.6 million tpy of LNG for the next 20 years. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/China_to_become_shale_gas_producer.aspx China has signed a deal with Shell to exploit its domestic shale gas reserves, which, if successful could turn Chinese energy policy on its head. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_sales_purchases_and_future_plans.aspx An overview of recent refinery sales, purchases and future plans for the respective facilities. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Adria_LNG_gets_environmental_approval.aspx LNG terminal on Croatia’s Adriatic coast finally receives environmental approval. 29/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Peabody_invests_in_Calera_Corp.aspx As part of its investment into clean coal energy, Peabody Energy has invested US$ 15 million in Calera Corp., owner of technology that converts CO2 into green building materials. 29/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Uhde_and_Praxair.aspx Uhde and Praxair have now signed a new alliance. 29/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Biofuels_news_from_around_the_world.aspx Summary of recent biofuels news from all over the globe. 26/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Regional_Report_Europe_and_North_America .aspx How operators in Europe and North America must become swing producers in order to stabilise the ground on which they found their future operations. 26/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/China’s_downstream_industry.aspx A review of the current state of play in China’s downstream industry. 26/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_opens_108th_Annual_Meeting.aspx The NPRA has opened its 108th Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona 25/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Invensys and ExxonMobil sign licensing agreement.aspx Proven modeling technology from ExxonMobil will now be available in optimisation platform technology from Invensys. 25/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/News_from_Canada_and_North_America.aspx A brief round up of refinery and oilsands news from Canada and North America. 25/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/India_to_import_more_LNG_from_Qatar.aspx Qatar has agreed to supply an additional 4 million tpa of LNG to India by 2014. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Global_downstream_investments_and_expansions.aspx Summary of investments and expansions currently being actioned in the downstream industry. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Weatherford_joins_consortium_to_develop_acoustic_flowmeter.aspx Weatherford International Ltd has announced its participation in a collaborative project to develop a fibre optics based in-well distributed acoustic flowmeter based on the revolutionary iDAS™ technology, developed by Silixa. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Bill_Gates_in_nuclear_talks.aspx Bill Gates’ firm Terra Firma is in talks with Toshiba to develop the next generation of mini nuclear power plant. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_Tesoro_Corp..aspx A roundup of recent news from Tesoro Corp. 23/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Petrochemical_projects_update.aspx An update on current petrochemical projects across the globe. 23/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Mustang_will_review_readiness_of_Woodside_Energy’s_North_Rankin_B_platform.aspx Woodside Energy Ltd has selected Mustang to provide the independent assessment and verification of readiness for one of the world’s heaviest open water floatover installations, the North Rankin B (NRB) platform topsides, to be located on the North West Shelf of Australia. 23/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Indonesia_invites_South_Korea_to_invest_in_terminals.aspx The Indonesian government is looking for South Korean investors to back three new floating LNG terminals. 23/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_Letter.aspx ‘The federal government must create an environment that attracts American businesses to expand their options in this country and fosters innovation rather than encouraging jobs to be shipped overseas.’ 22/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Total_develops_the_Laggan_and_Tormore_gas_fields.aspx Total has announced the launch of the Laggan and Tormore gas fields development in the offshore frontier region of the West of Shetland, subject to the UK Government’s Department of Energy and Climate Change approval. 22/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Iran_and_Pakistan_finalise_pipeline_deal.aspx Pakistan and Iran have signed an agreement finalising the plans to construct a natural gas pipeline between the two countries. 22/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Arrow_Energy_accept_improved_takeover_bid.aspx Australia’s Arrow Energy has accepted an improved takeover bid from Royal Dutch Shell and PetroChina worth a reported AU$ 3.44 billion (US$ 3.14 billion). The takeover is subject to approval by Arrow shareholders and Australian authorities. 22/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Sharecat_Solutions_awarded_contract_for_COSL_Pioneer_drilling_rig.aspx Sharecat Solutions has secured a contract from China Oilfield Services subsidiary COSL Drilling Europe AS to support the spares management activity for its newbuild project at Yantai Raffles Shipyard. 19/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Pipeliner_launches_‘Big_Fat_Ambition’_fundraiser.aspx A fundraising initiative launched by Mark Elliott, a well-known figure in the oil and gas industry, seeks to raise £1 million for two military charities, as he commits to losing 30 lbs of weight by June 2010. 19/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Nord_Stream_discovers_centuries_old_shipwrecks.aspx Explorers from the Nord Stream consortium have discovered twelve shipwrecks off the coast of Sweden. 19/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Burckhardt_Compression_expand_Switzerland_training_centre.aspx Burckhardt Compression has modernised its existing training centre at its headquarters in Winterthur, Switzerland. 19/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Brazilian_and_Venezuelan_updates.aspx Recent downstream news from Brazil and Venezuela. 19/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Indian_nuclear_power_legislation_stalled.aspx Legislation to cap liability payouts in the event of a nuclear disaster has been pulled by India’s coalition government. 18/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News from Saudi Aramco.aspx A brief update on recent Saudi Aramco projects. 18/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Coalition_send_letter_to_EPA_regarding_mid_level_ethanol .aspx A coalition including the NPRA is urging the EPA to base mid level ethanol decision on sound, complete science. 18/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/2010_innovation_in_offshore_oil_and_gas_energy_sector.aspx 2010 is hopefully going to be a more productive year for the offshore sector with analysts expecting oil and gas production to return to more healthy levels during the course of the year. 18/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/First_Solar_join_Desertec_project.aspx First Solar have become the first purely photovoltaic power company to join the Desertec Industrial Initiative. 17/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Sembcorp_Marine’s_Jurong_Shipyard_secures_US$_130_million_contract.aspx Jurong Shipyard Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Marine, has secured a contract worth approximately US$ 130 million to carry out pre-conversion works on a very large crude carrier for Petrobras Netherlands BV. 17/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/MENA_versus_APAC.aspx Leading oil and gas executives from the APAC region meet to discuss ways of competing with production from the MENA region. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Schlumberger_acquires_Nexus_Geosciences.aspx Schlumberger has acquired Nexus Geosciences, Inc., a provider of integrated seismic software and services based in Houston. The group will become part of the WesternGeco business unit. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Nigeria_increases_pipeline_security.aspx The Nigerian military plans to increase pipeline security measures after the NNPC estimates N175 billion loss from vandalism. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_refinery_projects_in_Kuwait,_India,_Indonesia_and_China.aspx A brief overview of potential new refinery projects across the globe. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BP_buys_Devon_Energy_assets_for_US$_7_billion .aspx BP has announced a US$ 7 billion transaction with Devon Energy for assets in Brazil, Azerbaijan and the US deepwater Gulf of Mexico. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Arrow Energy set to reject US$ 3 billion takeover bid.aspx Arrow Energy is set to reject a take-over bid from a company jointly owned by Royal Dutch Shell and PetroChina. 15/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/FMC_Technologies_awarded_US$_62_million_contract_by_Statoil.aspx FMC Technologies, Inc. has signed an agreement with Statoil ASA for the manufacture and supply of subsea production equipment to support the Marulk field. 15/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_refinery_plans_for_Africa.aspx Plans have been proposed for four new refineries in Uganda and Nigeria. 15/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/South_African_coal_export_prices.aspx The changing behaviour of the European and Chinese coal markets and its impact on South African export coal prices. 14/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Oil_discovery_on_Bijeel_1_exploration_well_in_Kurdistan.aspx Kalegran Ltd, a 100% subsidiary of MOL Hungarian Oil and Gas Plc and the operator of the Akri Bijeel block in Kurdistan, concluded a successful oil test in the Bijeel-1 exploration well in the Akri Bijeel block. 13/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Downstream_sales_closures_and_acquisitions.aspx An overview of recent refinery and company closures, sales and acquisitions within the downstream hydrocarbon processing industry. 13/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Subsea_operations_in_the_UK.aspx Alistair Birnie discusses the operational potential of the UK subsea industry and its future after North Sea supplies decline. 12/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/NPRA_news.aspx Drevna testifies on US chemical safety law before Senate subcommittee. 12/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_industry_prospects_growth_in_Australia_and_China.aspx In the Spring issue of LNG Industry magazine, Lucy Miller, Douglas-Westwood, considers current and future prospects for the LNG sector. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Westside_Corp_acquires_stake_in_coal_seam_gas_field.aspx Westside Corp. has announced a joint venture with Mitsui & Co. to develop the Dawson Seamgas fields. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Eurasian_expansion.aspx Dr. Robert M. Cutler discusses developments in Eurasian gas pipelines in 2009, with a focus on Turkmenistan’s gas reserves and current pipeline projects in the region. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Downstream_news_from_the_Americas.aspx A roundup of recent contract, refinery and purchasing news from the Americas. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Centrica_buys_Trinidadian_gas_assets.aspx Centrica has announced the purchase of Suncor Energy Inc’s Trinidadian natural gas assets. 10/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_Reliance_Industries.aspx An overview of news from Reliance Industries. 10/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Deepwater_spend_predicted_to_rise.aspx New research from Douglas-Westwood predicts a global deepwater expenditure of US$ 167 billion between 2010 and 2014 - up 37% on the preceding five years. 09/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Essar_Group_acquire_US_coal_miner_Trinity_Coal.aspx Essar Group, through its subsidiary Essar Minerals, Delaware, has announced an agreement to acquire US coal producer Trinity Coal Partners LLC from energy and commodities-focused fund, Denham Capital, for US$600 million. 09/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_expansion_projects.aspx A brief overview of a few recent refinery expansion projects worldwide. 08/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/EU distributes_billionS_for_pipelines_and_energy_projects.aspx The European Union has assigned €2.3 billion of its €4 billion unspent budget to 12 electricity and 31 gas pipeline projects. 08/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Chinese_processing_construction_and_trading_news.aspx A roundup of recent news from China, covering international dealings and refinery construction. 08/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Poland_gets_finance_for_LNG_terminal.aspx Polskie LNG SA has been receiving bids and arranged finance for Poland’s first LNG terminal to diversify gas supply. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Saudi_Aramco_awards_Baker_Hughes_drilling_systems_contract .aspx Saudi Aramco has awarded Baker Hughes a two year contract for two fit for purpose underbalanced coiled tubing drilling packages designed to re-enter existing wells in the gas fields of southern Saudi Arabia. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Indian_and_Saudi_Arabian_oil_ties.aspx India and Saudi Arabia have begun discussing plans to boost cooperation in the oil industry. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_BP.aspx A round up of news from BP as the company discusses the Coega refinery and 2010 financial plans. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Looking_at_the_European_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx A brief look at some of the recent refinery news from the European oil and gas industry. 04/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Total_awards_FMC_Technologies_US$_65_million_contract .aspx FMC Technologies, Inc. has signed an agreement with Total Exploration and Production Angola for the manufacture and supply of subsea production equipment. 04/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Petrobras_discover_more_oil_in_Campos_Basin.aspx With the drilling of a single well (6-BR-63A-RJS) Petrobras has discovered two new oil accumulations in reservoirs located in the Campos Basin, one in post-salt and the other in a pre-salt region. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Desire_Petroleum_spuds_exploration_well_off_the_Falkland_Islands.aspx Following the arrival of the Ocean Guardian in Falkland waters on 19 February 2010, Desire Petroleum has announced that the Liz 14 /19-A exploration well has been spudded. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Welders_in_top_ten_hottest_careers_predicted_for_2010.aspx A career in welding is considered one of the top ten best career-change professions for 2010. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/China_to_release_ten_year_green_energy_plan.aspx China is to focus more heavily upon developing renewable energy sources under a ten-year renewable energy promotion campaign. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Processing_news_from_North_America.aspx A brief round up of some recent processing news from North America. 02/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Big_commitments_and_changes_in_Nigeria’s_oil_sector.aspx A brief look at Nigeria’s changing oil industry. 02/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Indian_coal_minister_calls_for_adoption_of_clean_coal_technologies.aspx The Indian minister of coal, Sriprakash Jaiswal, has called for the adoption of clean coal technologies and the increase in coal production levels in order to decrease greenhouse gas emissions and meet future energy demand. 02/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Schlumberger_and_Smith_International_announce_merger_agreement.aspx Schlumberger Ltd and Smith International, Inc. have announced a definitive merger agreement in which the companies would combine in a stock for stock transaction. 01/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Refinery_accidents_and_investigations.aspx An article considering the aftermath of accidents and the ensuing investigation process. 01/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/March_2010_silos_invisible_barrier_kay_sever.aspx March 2010: silos - invisible barriers that sabotage change 01/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Ofgem_wants_tighter_regulation_of_UK_energy_market.aspx The UK energy market is in danger of falling short of energy demand and needs tighter controls to ensure enough extra capacity comes online. 01/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Gulfsands_Petroleum_plc_provides_operational_update.aspx Gulfsands Petroleum plc provides an update on the company's drilling and production operations in Syria. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Processing_capacity_and_the_petrochemical_industry.aspx A report of recent plant startups and proposed plants within the petrochemical industry. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Greenhouse_gas_legislation_and_the_refining_industry_Part_3.aspx This article is the final part in the series and provides an overview of CO2 emissions reduction options in refineries. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/US_Gulf_Coast_refining.aspx An examination of the US Gulf Coast, a hub of US oil and refining. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Deloittes_ranking_of_leading_25_UK_upstream_oil_companies.aspx Deloitte, the business advisory firm, has produced its first ranking of UK upstream independent oil companies. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Anglo_American_announces_its_full_year_results_for_2009.aspx One of the largest mining groups in the world, Anglo American, has announced its results for 2009. Operating profits stood at US$ 5 billion, dropping 50% on 2008. Coal operations also suffered big drops in profit, with met coal down 59% and thermal coal down 33%. 26/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Peabody_ships_first_coal_to_new_NCIG_terminal_Newcastle_Australia.aspx Peabody Energy has shipped the first coal to the new Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group export terminal in Newcastle, Australia. The NCIG terminal is an important part of the miners plans to nearly double coal exports from Australia by 2014. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/European_downstream_update.aspx Recent news from the European downstream industry in Italy, Poland, Romania and Britain. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Iran_aims_to_break_out_of_exile.aspx Iran is seeking foreign investors and markets in a new drive to develop its natural gas reserves and establish itself as a major energy supplier. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Petrolifera_Petroleum_Ltd_provides_update_on_Colombian_operations .aspx Petrolifera Petroleum Ltd has made significant progress in the remediation programme at the La Pinta 1X well on its Sierra Nevada License in the Lower Magdalena Basin, onshore Colombia. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Aminex_spuds_well_at_Shoats_Creek_in_Louisiana.aspx Aminex PLC has announced that the Olympia Minerals-1 well (OM-1) at Shoats Creek was spudded on 17 February 2010 using the Crown Drilling Rig No. 2. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Wood_Group_awarded_contract_by_Chevron_North_Sea_Ltd.aspx Wood Group has been awarded a three year operations and maintenance support services contract by Chevron North Sea Ltd (Chevron) for its Alba, Captain and Erskine fields. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_OPEC_member_countries.aspx A brief round up of recent news from a selection of OPEC member countries. 24/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_future_of_Europe’s_energy_supplies.aspx Europe’s hydrocarbon industry now sits in a precarious position as to the future of its energy supply. Currently Europe is dependant on Middle Eastern and Russian supplies. However, Europe is predicted to become more heavily dependent on external supplies over the next decade. 24/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Nuclear_energy_industry_receives_boost_from_Obama.aspx The Obama administration has announced a massive loan guarantee to help build two new reactors. 23/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/ExxonMobil_announces_2009_reserves_replacement.aspx ExxonMobil has announced that additions to its proved reserves in 2009 totalled 2 billion bbls of oil equivalent, replacing 133% of production. 23/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Countering_the_threat_of_piracy.aspx Whilst the risk of a pirate attack on an LNG vessel transiting through the Gulf of Aden may have increased in the last few months, there are many measures that can be taken to guard against such attacks. 23/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/The_environment_and_the_oil_industry.aspx A summary of two environmental issues within the oil industry. 22/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Novatek_plans_Arctic_shipping_route.aspx Novatek, the Russian gas producer plans to send LNG shipments to Asia from its fields on the Yamal peninsula in the Arctic via the Arctic Ocean. 22/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Rio_Tinto_and_Vale_announce_2009_results.aspx Rio Tinto and Vale have announced their annual results for 2009. Rio Tinto experienced mixed results with revenues from Australia dropping, while US revenues increase. Vale’s coal business remains relatively small, but will continue to develop as production ramps up in Australia and Colombia and starts in Moatize. 22/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/New_oil_refinery_planned_for_Chechnya.aspx Rosneft have announced that they will be building a new oil refinery in war torn Grozny to help promote economic growth. 20/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Eindhoven_invests_into_ITER_nuclear_fusion_research.aspx Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands, is allocating €1 million to a High Potential Research Program aimed at achieving a deeper understanding of nuclear fusion. 19/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_potential_to_bring_opportunities_to_UK_supply_chain.aspx There’s no doubt to me that the LNG sector today is moving into the mainstream of global energy supply - a clean and cost effective energy source that can compete on price and supply with other energy sources. 19/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_global_refinery_plans.aspx Recent announcements made across the globe concerning refinery construction and purchases. 19/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Shale_gas_producers_facing_tighter_regulation.aspx Shale gas producers may soon be limited by federal regulation over their use of fracture drilling techniques to open up shale gas reserves. 18/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Fully_loaded_QFlex_LNG_vessels_unloaded_in_Belgium.aspx RasGas has unloaded two fully loaded LNG Q-Flex vessels for EDF Trading at Belgium’s Fluxys Zeebrugge LNG Terminal. 18/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Looking_at_the_Indian_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx A round up of some of the recent news from the Indian oil and gas industry. 17/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/US_Geothermal_solar_energy_industry_looking_for_better_legislation.aspx Renewable energy trade groups are pressuring the US government to pass legislation and speed up project applications for the renewable energy industry. 16/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/BHP_Billiton_Xstrata_and_Arch_Coal_Inc._announce_results_for_2009.aspx BHP Billiton, Xstrata and Arch Coal Inc. release their full year results for 2009 and look ahead to a better 2010 driven by demand from Asia. 16/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Strategic_crude_oil_deal_between_India_and_Iraq.aspx A brief overview of the strategic partnership currently being discussed between India and Iraq. 16/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Donkin_coal_project_Nova_Scotia_Canada_to_produce_coking_coal_for_export.aspx The Donkin Joint Venture has announced the completion of a strategic review of the Donkin coal project development plans. The project will focus on export grade coking coal. 15/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/New_Sembcorp_shipyard_in_Brazil.aspx Sembcorp Marine has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Jurong Shipyard (JSPL) will be building a new shipyard in Brazil to cater directly to one of the fastest growing offshore oil and gas exploration and production markets in the world. 12/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/News_from_Asia_and_the_Pacific_Rim.aspx Recent HPI projects from Asia and the Pacific Rim. 12/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Joint_venture_projects.aspx Descriptions of three joint venture projects in the downstream industry 12/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Asian_refinery_update.aspx An update of the downstream activities in Asia. 12/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/India's_Coal_Supply_Challenge.aspx Despite environmental concerns, India will increase its coal burn as power and coal shortages loom. However, the country must still face these environmental and market challenges. 11/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/North_America_downstream_update.aspx Recent news from the downstream hydrocarbon processing industry 11/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/EuroLoop_set_to_open_in_March.aspx Opening of the world’s largest calibration facility for oil and gas meters. 11/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Dana_awarded_nine_new_blocks_offshore_Norway.aspx Dana Petroleum has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Dana Petroleum Norway AS, has been awarded interests in nine offshore blocks under six new production licences (PL) by the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy. 10/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Saudi_Arabia_update.aspx A look at two downstream updates from Saudi Arabia. 09/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Anadarko_Petroleum_confirms_major_oil_discovery_in_GoM.aspx Anadarko Petroleum Corp. announced that the Lucius sidetrack appraisal well, located in Keathley Canyon Block 875 in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico, has encountered almost 600 net ft of high quality oil pay with additional gas condensate pay in thick subsalt Pliocene and Miocene sands. 09/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Gazproms_Shtokman_delayed_LNG_plans_discussed.aspx Gazprom will delay the start up of its Shtokman gas field by three years, and plans to export half its output as LNG to Europe. 08/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/African_refinery_update.aspx Two of the latest announcements from Africa. 05/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Oracle_Coalfields_signs_MOUs_to_supply_coal.aspx Oracle Coalfields plc has announced that it has entered into two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to supply its lignite to two local customers: Karachi Electric Supply Co. (KESC) and Lucky Cement Ltd. 05/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Peabody_Energy_reports_better_than_expected_results.aspx Peabody Energy has reported better than expected results for 2009. EBITDA was US$ 1.29 billion, while revenue totaled US$ 6.01 billion on sales of 243 million t. Asia is driving demand and will continue to do so in 2010. In the US, a recovering economy is expected to increase the raise consumption of coal by 60 – 80 million t. 04/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/growing_energy_demand_creates_new_opportunities.aspx Fernando Luiz Zancan, Brazilian Coal Association, Brazil, provides an overview of the country's coal industry and examines its future prospects. 03/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Tube_2010_report.aspx The demand for oil and gas is rising worldwide as is the demand for pipeline materials, according to a report from Tube 2010 03/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/chevron_announces_yellowglen.aspx Chevron Australia Pty Ltd has announced successful drilling in the Greater Gorgon area in the Carnarvon Basin offshore Western Australia. The Yellowglen-1 exploration well is located in the WA-268-P permit area approximately 250 km northwest of Onslow. 02/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Baker_Hughes_awarded_contract_extensions.aspx Statoil has awarded Baker Hughes two year extensions on two contracts in Norway. The contracts are for the provision of drill bits, directional drilling, formation evaluation and related services on 10 - 12 rigs operating in multiple fields offshore Norway. 02/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Westar_Energy_to_spend.aspx Westar Energy has agreed to spend approximately US$ 500 million to significantly reduce harmful air pollution from a Kansas power plant and pay a US$ 3 million civil penalty under a settlement to resolve violations of the Clean Air Act. 01/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Kay_Sever_February_2010.aspx February 2010: Do you really understand your improvement shortfalls? 01/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/two_new_refining_projects.aspx A brief overview of two of the latest refining projects 01/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/new_type_of_barge_unloader_to_start_operation.aspx A new type of continuous barge unloader (CBU) from ThyssenKrupp Fördertechnik will be put into operation at the Bontang Coal Terminal this Spring. 01/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/wintershall_wins_four_new_exploration_licenses.aspx The Norwegian energy ministry has awarded Wintershall Norge ASA working interests in four new exploration licenses in the current licensing round, APA 2009. They comprise two new licenses in the Norwegian North Sea, one license in the Norwegian Sea and one license in the Barents Sea for the BASF subsidiary. 29/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/refinery_news_january_26.aspx Two of the latest stories from the refining industry 29/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/north_american_gas_sector.aspx An overview of the North American natural gas industry 29/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Russian_review.aspx Dr. Hooman Peimani looks at the major pipeline projects taking place in Russia and considers the potential of these projects in contributing to Russia’s status as a ‘world energy superpower’. 28/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/newfield_achieves_record_production.aspx Newfield Exploration Co. has achieved record gross operated production of 323 million ft3/d of natural gas equivalent from the company's Woodford Shale play in the Arkoma Basin of southeastern Oklahoma. 27/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/first_intervention.aspx T.D Williamson has carried out its first Stopple® Train intervention operation on a pipeline in Europe 27/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/IRL_enters_Indian_coal_mining_industry.aspx India Resources Ltd has signed a Letter of Intent with Bankura DRI Mining Manufacturers Co. Private Ltd for a 30 year contract worth about AU$ 500 million to develop and operate the Biharinath coal mine. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/new_zealand_reinga_basin_opened.aspx Energy and Resources Minister Gerry Brownlee has announced the opening of bidding for six new petroleum exploration blocks across the Reinga Basin off the northwest coast of New Zealand. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/global_recovery_stalling.aspx In my last column of 2009, I ended on a positive note cautiously claiming that all sectors across the energy supply chain were beginning to see signs of a recovery. Let’s take a look at some of the sectors in more detail. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Weatherford_international_results.aspx Weatherford International Ltd has reported Q4 2009 income from continuing operations of US$ 15 million, or US$ 0.02 per diluted share, excluding an after tax loss of US$ 0.06. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/fairfield_industries.aspx After 30 years as Fairfield Industries, the seismic data acquisition and technology company has officially changed its name to FairfieldNodal. According to the company the new name was chosen because it better reflects its expertise across the full spectrum of nodal technology. 25/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Exxonmobil_completion.aspx ExxonMobil has announced the successful completion of the first two extended reach wells at the Odoptu field offshore eastern Russia, employing one of the world's most powerful land based rigs. ExxonMobil subsidiary Exxon Neftegas Ltd (ENL) is operator on behalf of the five company international Sakhalin-1 Consortium. 25/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Total_and_ConocoPhillips_sanction_phase_two_of_the_Surmont_project.aspx Total and ConocoPhillips have announced the sanction of the Surmont Phase 2 SAGD (steam assisted gravity drainage) development in Canada. The project will increase Surmont’s production capacity from 27 000 - 11 000 bbls of bitumen per day. 22/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Iraq_and_Shell_consortium_sign_the_Majnoon_oilfield_contract.aspx The Ministry of Oil of the Republic of Iraq, Shell and Petronas have signed a 20 year contract to provide technical assistance in the development of the Majnoon oilfield. 21/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Cirrus_announces_Netherlands_operational_update.aspx Cirrus Energy Corp. has announced an operational update regarding ongoing activities in its wholly owned subsidiary, Cirrus Energy Nederland BV in The Netherlands. The company’s 2010 drilling programme is expected to include a total of four to five wells. 21/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/EXCOs_operations_in_Marcellus_Shale_will_continue_as_planned.aspx EXCO Resources, Inc. confirmed that its Marcellus Shale exploration and production activities, including drilling, are proceeding as planned with no interruption of its 2010 business goals. 20/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/DNV_establishes_an_offshore_committee_in_China.aspx DNV has recently established the Greater China Offshore Committee. Mr Zhou Shouwei, Vice General Manager of CNOOC and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, accepted DNV’s invitation to be the Chairman of the committee. 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Developments_in_carbon_capture_and_storage.aspx An overview of recent developments in carbon capture and storage 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/GAIL_gains_in_fourth_quarter.aspx GAIL India’s profits are up; the company invests heavily in pipelines in the next three years 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Statoil_and_Baker_Hughes_test_first_rotary_steerable_liner_while_drilling_system.aspx Statoil has tested the world’s first rotary steerable liner while drilling system, which was jointly developed by Statoil and Baker Hughes Inc. 18/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Thailand’s_petrochemical_industry.aspx An exploration of the Thai petrochemical industry and how it plans to double capacity. 18/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Greenhouse_gas_legislation_and_the_refining_industry_part_2.aspx This article provides a brief outline of a greenhouse gas management strategy and tools for refineries as they take the necessary action to comply with the future of greenhouse gas legislation. 15/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Reporting_on_biofuels_demand.aspx A report on how biofuels are scrambling to meet regulated demand. 15/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/InterOil_Corp._announces_Papua_New_Guinea_drill_stem_test_results.aspx InterOil Corp. has announced that drill stem test (DST) 2 at the Antelope-2 well in Papua New Guinea showed a 15% increase in condensate to gas ratio (CGR) in comparison to DST 1. 14/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Global_carbon_market_grew_by_68_in_2009.aspx The global carbon market saw 82 billion t of CO2 equivalent exchange hands in 2009, and increase of 68% on the previous year. Despite this, however, the value of the global carbon market remained virtually unchanged on 2008 figures due to low carbon prices. 13/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Geotrace_completes_onboard_data_processing_offshore_Libya.aspx Geotrace has completed of one of the world’s largest onboard data processing projects for BP’s Sirt Basin concession off the coast of Libya. 13/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/UK_wind_farms_go_ahead.aspx The south east coast of England will see a large expansion of offshore wind energy development as the go-ahead has been granted for companies to progress renewable energy sites. 12/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Woodside_acquiring_more_customers_in_Asia_Pacific_region.aspx Woodside Petroleum Ltd. has signed an agreement to supply Osaka Gas with LNG, they are also in discussions with other potential customers in the region. 11/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Bucyrus_acquires_Terex_Corp’s_mining_equipment_business.aspx Bucyrus International Inc. has announced an agreement to buy the mining equipment business of Terex Corp. for US$ 1.3 billion in cash. The acquisition will create a premier supplier of mining equipment with an addressable market of US$ 30 billion and about 10,000 employees in 100 locations around the world. 11/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Recent_refining_industry_news.aspx A look at three recent stories from within the refining sector. 11/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Trinidad_Drilling_Ltd._resumes_construction_of_six_drilling_rigs .aspx Trinidad Drilling Ltd has agreed to resume the construction of six new contracted drilling rigs that were delayed earlier in 2009 due to weak industry conditions. 11/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Blow_for_CCS_after_UN_committee_recommends_CDM_delay.aspx UN committee recommends delaying the decision to include carbon capture and storage in Clean Development Mechanism. 08/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/US_LNG_demand_hits_two_year_high_in_cold_snap.aspx Cold weather has boosted prices for LNG, drawing extra tankers to the US. 08/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Statoil_fined_for_Statfjord_incident .aspx Statoil has been fined NOK 25 million following the oil leak from the Statfjord A loading buoy on 12 December 2007. 08/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Aker_Solutions_awarded_BP_tieback_contract_for_Ula.aspx BP Norge has awarded Aker Solutions an engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) contract for a tieback from Oselvar to the Ula platform in the North Sea. Aker Solutions estimates the contract value to be approximately NOK 450 million. 07/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Russia_averts_oil_crisis,_restarts_oil_shipments_to_Belarus.aspx The annual wintertime dispute over Russian payable pipeline tariffs rears its head again; the Russia-Belarus crisis ends after an oil cut-off lasting several days. 07/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/US_energy_secretary,_Steven_Chu,_announces_US$_3_billion_investment_for_CCS.aspx US energy secretary, has announced the selection of three new projects to accelerate the development of advanced coal technologies with CCS at commercial-scale. 05/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/GE_Oil_and_Gas_and_Al_Shaheen_Energy_Services_sign_strategic_partnership_agreements.aspx Al Shaheen is to make 50% investment in GE’s PII Pipeline Solutions business. GE Oil & Gas and Al Shaheen are to establish JV to perform aftermarket services of Turbomachinery equipment in Qatar. 05/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Devon_Energy_announces_pre-salt_discovery_offshore_Brazil.aspx Devon Energy Corp. has announced a pre-salt oil discovery in the Campos Basin, offshore Brazil. This initial exploratory well was drilled to a total depth of 16 240 ft and encountered approximately 240 ft of oil column. 04/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Dooson_Babcock_announces-carbon_capture_project_with_Basin_Electric_Power_Cooperative.aspx Doosan Babcock had announced it will undertake a major carbon capture project with Basin Electric Power Cooperative. The project will commence in January. 04/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/JFE_Steel_Corp._will_acquire_stake_in_Australian_coal_project.aspx JFE Steel Corp. will acquire a 20% stake in the Byerwen coal project from QCoal Pty Ltd. JFE has also agreed an off-take contract that will supply JFE with 2 million tpa or premium hard coking coal from Byerwen. 31/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Shell_awarded_permit_to_study_natural_gas_potential_in_central_South_Africa.aspx Shell have been awarded a technical co-operation permit for a one-year study to investigate the hydrocarbon potential in parts of central South Africa. 28/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Lukoil_and_Statoil_win_bid_on_West_Qurna_2_field_in_Iraq.aspx Lukoil and Statoil secured the winning bid on the gigantic West Qurna 2 field in Iraq. 27/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/US_EPA_delays_ruling_on_coal_ash.aspx The US EPA has delayed its decision on regulating coal ash waste from power plants. A decision was expected before the end of the year but, due to the complexity of the analysis involved, the agency is still actively working on parts of the proposal. 23/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Hydrocarbon_discovery_on_the_OPL_223_licence_in_Nigeria.aspx Total has announced the discovery of hydrocarbons in the southern portion of the Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 223, offshore Southeastern Nigeria. 23/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Macarthur_Coal_in_coal_industry_consolidation_move.aspx Macarthur Coal Ltd, has announced a number of acquisitions which will significantly increase their operations and market capitalisation. 22/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Downstream_investment_plans.aspx Major downstream investments have been announced by Petrolera Argentina, Husky Energy and Ecopetrol. 22/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Chevron_announces_natural_gas_find_in_Australia.aspx Chevron Corp. has announced an additional natural gas discovery in the Carnarvon Basin offshore Western Australia. 22/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Exxon_Mobil_Corporation_and_XTO_Energy_Inc._announce_agreement.aspx Exxon Mobil makes agreement with XTO Energy to enhance its position in the development of unconventional gas and oil resources. 21/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Can_the_UK_lead_the_way_in_carbon_capture_and_storage_technologies.aspx The UK government is working closely with domestic power companies to help keep the UK at the forefront of CCS technology. 21/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Shell_and_Petronas_Carigali_win_rights_to_develop_Iraqi_oilfield.aspx The Iraqi Ministry of Oil has awarded Shell and Petronas Carigali a contract for technical assistance in developing one of the largest oilfields in the world, the Majnoon field in Iraq. 17/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/At_the_crossroads.aspx Barry Baxter explains how logistics threaten coal developments in Mozambique. 17/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/US_EPA_confirms_greenhouse_gases_harmful_to_human_health.aspx The US EPA issued a statement on 7th December that confirms the findings of its investigations into greenhouse gases and human health. 16/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/BJ_Services_sets_cementing_world_record_in_Gulf_of_Mexico.aspx BJ Services Co. have set a world record for cementing the longest solid expandable tubular liner; a specially formulated cement had to be developed to accomplish the feat. 16/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Drilling_recommences_at_Point_Thomson_in_Alaska.aspx ExxonMobil Production Co. has resumed drilling on two wells started earlier this year at Point Thomson and is on schedule to reach total depth by the end of 2010. 15/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/SPE_and_EAGE_sign_agreement_for_intersociety_co-operation.aspx The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) and European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE) have made an agreement to formally work together for the mutual benefit of both societies. 15/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Biofuels_news_FosterWheeler_Ensus_partnership.aspx Foster Wheeler have announced a strategic partnership with PetroAlgae and a new biorefinery is scheduled to come online in the next few weeks. 15/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Cemtrex_to_develop_a_coal_mine_methane_project_at_South_American_coal_mine.aspx Cemtrex Inc. has entered into an agreement with a South American coal mine company to develop, supply and construct a coal mine methane (CMM) project. 14/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Ice_plugs_suspected_in_BP_Alaska_pipeline_leak.aspx A BP investigation into its Lisburne pipeline leak suggests extensive ice plugs could be to blame for excess pressure in the line. 14/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Seismic_acquisition_in_Palawan_Basin.aspx Otto Energy Ltd has announced that it will commence a 3D seismic data acquisition programme in SC55. The company plans to acquire 590 square kilometres of 3D data in the southwest part of SC55, which is located in Palawan Basin, Philippines. 14/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Study_of_world’s_top_ten_environmentally_sustainable_oil_and_gas_companies_published_BP_tops_the_list.aspx BP is ranked 1st under ‘alternative energies’ and ‘environmental transparency’ categories of a new study on the most environmentally sustainable large O&G companies. 11/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Over_1_million_bbls_of_oil_produced_in_Parque_das_Conchas.aspx Production has now hit over 1 million bbls of oil at the Parque das Conchas fields 120 km off the coast of Brazil, where ultra deep water and a constant swell makes for tough operating conditions. 11/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Clean_Coal_Ltd_secures_licences_to_investigate_underground_coal_gasification_in_UK.aspx The UK Coal Authority has awarded Clean Coal Ltd licences to investigate the potential for underground coal gasification (UCG) at five sites in the UK. If the investigations are successful, commercial operations could start by 2014/15 and could lead to UGC producing 3 – 5% of the UK’s total energy requirement. 11/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Greenhouse_gas_legislation_and_the_refining_industry_part_1.aspx Greenhouse gas emission policies are rapidly changing, and the refining industry is concerned that profitability is under threat in a carbon capped environment. This article briefly outlines the current situation and considers the future. 10/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/ground_source_heat_pumps.aspx A renewable technology that generates heat from below the ground could produce a third of the UK’s renewable heat by 2020, a report from the Environment Agency has found. 09/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Outlook_for_the_worldwide_sulfur_market.aspx The worldwide sulfur market is facing a glut of product as refiners look to process heavier crudes and oil sands. While a short term recover is to be experienced, long term market stability will rely on the development of new uses for the product. 09/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Refining_investments_in_Africa.aspx Essar Group and ONGC Videsh have announced new investments in two African refineries. 08/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/El_paso_fined.aspx The US Department of Transportation has fined El Paso Corp. and its Colorado Interstate Gas Co. subsidiary a record US$ 2.3 million for violating federal pipeline safety regulations. 08/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Naming_ceremony_for_Polarcus_Nadia_and_Polarcus_Naila.aspx Polarcus Ltd recently held a double naming ceremony for the modern, purpose built 3D seismic vessels Polarcus Nadia and Polarcus Naila. The ceremony, at the Drydocks World – Dubai shipyard in the United Arab Emirates, was attended by over 200 local and international guests. 03/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Basic_design_and_engineering_contract_awarded_to_Chiyoda.aspx Chiyoda Singapore Ltd. have been awarded the design and engineering contract for the desulfurisation facilities at Shell’s Pulau Bukom refinery. 03/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/North_African_oil,_gas,_and_the_development_of_the_refining_industry.aspx This article provides an overview of the North African hydrocarbon industry, assesses its vital regions and considers a future of promise to coincide with the global economic recovery. 02/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/offshore_operations_maintenance_expenditure.aspx New research by energy analysts Douglas-Westwood predicts offshore operations and maintenance expenditure to total in excess of $330 billion over the next five years – with the largest share allocated to North America during that time. 02/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/China’s_position_in_the_oil_and_gas_pipeline_industry_remains_strong_amid_the_recession. .aspx China has withstood the ongoing recession while maintaining a healthy one-digit growth rate in 2008 (over 6%) and 2009 (over 7%) at a time when the American and European economies have contracted significantly. 01/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/wind_farm_new_zealand.aspx Siemens Energy and Meridian Energy have signed an order for the supply of 28 SWT-2.3-101 wind turbines for the Te Uku wind power project near Hamilton, New Zealand. 01/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/NASA_oil_algae.aspx NASA has been applying space technology to a process that links the production of algae-based fuel with an inexpensive method of sewage treatment. This is done by growing algae in plastic containers filled with sewage floating in the ocean. 30/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/The_race_for_West_Africa.aspx West Africa has emerged as one of the hottest battlegrounds for the world’s major powers in their race to corner increasingly scarce oil and gas resources. Ng Weng Hoong details the major players vying for oil and gas resources in West Africa. 30/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Total_has_discovered_oil_in_the_Lac_Da_Nau_prospect_offshore_Vietnam.aspx Total has announced that its subsidiary, Total E&P Vietnam, and its partners on Block 15-1/05, have discovered oil in the Lac Da Nau prospect, located in the southern part of the block offshore Vietnam. 27/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/The_biggest_opportunity_since_diamonds.aspx CIC Energy’s Mmamabula project could be the most significant economic milestone in Botswana’s development since the diamond mines opened. However, the project has had to cut back its potential by 50% and could face further uncertainty unless South Africa lets its power generator, Eskom, play a strong card soon. 27/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_Europe_overview.aspx The Winter issue of LNG Industry magazine contains a regional report on the current place of LNG in the European energy mix. Here we present some of the highlights of the report. 26/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/BG_Group_announces_record_productivity_for_Santos_Basin_interests.aspx BG Group and partners Petrobras and GALP have completed two drill stem tests on the Iracema well in the BM-S-11 appraisal area in the Santos Basin pre-salt, offshore Brazil. The well in-flow performance recorded during the tests was the highest achieved so far in BG Group's Santos Basin interests. 26/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/westinghouse_nuclear_reactors.aspx Westinghouse has now selected one of its largest shareholders as the lead contractor to build nuclear reactors in the UK. Originally, it was thought that Fluor would be awarded the contract. 26/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Light oil discovery in the Campos Basin.aspx Petrobras has completed the drilling of extension exploratory well 3-MA-32A in the Marimbá field, Campos Basin. The amount of recoverable oil has been estimated at 25 million bbls, which will increase Marimbá field's recoverable volume by 27%. 25/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/world_first_gravity_based.aspx GE Oil & Gas powers the world’s first offshore gravity-based LNG terminal. 25/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/SSE_unveil_plans.aspx Scottish and Southern Energy has announced that it will submit a planning application to develop the UK’s biggest carbon capture trial facility. The trial, which will be held at its Ferrybridge coal-fired power plant in Yorkshire, England, is planned to begin in 2011. 24/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/Arch_sign_lease.aspx Arch Coal has agreed to lease the 9600 acres of GNP’s coal resources in Otter Creek, southeastern Montana, US. It is reported that the agreement could encourage Gov. Brian Schweitzer to lease adjacent coal tracts owned by the state. 24/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/streamlining_marine_energy.aspx Marine energy resources around Scotland are the richest in Europe, with the Scottish coast being home to 25% of Europe’s total tidal and offshore wind resources and 10% of its potential wave power. 23/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/India’s_downstream_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx This article offers a recent history of India’s oil and gas industry and describes its current situation, as the nation seeks to expand and increase its refining capacity. 23/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/An overview of South Korea's petrochemical market .aspx South Korea's petrochemical producers face tough times ahead as they prepare for growing competition from Middle Eastern suppliers and China. 23/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/The_increasing_demand_for_energy_in_ASEAN.aspx ASEAN countries have been the subject of fast paced growth over recent years, leading to a growing demand for energy, as well as stepping up the search for alternative fuel sources as oil reserves decline. 20/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Taiwan_petrochemical_industry_overview.aspx Taiwan’s petrochemicals industry has faced roller coaster market conditions for the past 18 months mirroring trends in the fortunes of the global petrochemicals sector. This article traces the industry’s progress and considers its future. 20/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Nace_pipeline_integrity_seminar_focuses_on_PHMSAs_new_Rule .aspx At its annual Pipeline Integrity Seminar (PIMS), Nace International will focus on how pipeline owners and operators can take advantage of the new PHMSA 80% Rule for pipelines. 18/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Global_energy_industry_shows_continued_recovery_across_all_sectors.aspx As we near the end of 2009, all the energy sectors are starting to show signs of recovery, from nuclear power to renewables, this can be seen in the upsurge in project commissioning. 18/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Providing_BP_with_the_potential_to_explore_in_Jordan.aspx BP is seeking to bring its advanced technology and deep expertise to the Risha development in Jordan. If its exploration programme identifies commercially producible gas reserves, production could reach several hundred million cubic feet per day. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/Top_10_energy_myths.aspx A new report from the Pacific Research Institute (PRI) explores 10 common myths about energy in America. The aim of the report is to put accurate information into the public domain that might inform those who will be involved in marking up the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act in the US Senate. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/Fossil_fuels_cannot_be_replaced_by_alternative_energy_systems.aspx A report has suggested that alternative energy systems will not be able to completely replace fossil fuels, and a major rethink on the dynamics of the modern world is required to adjust to the changing situation. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/New_refining_and_chemical_facility_online_in_China.aspx Sinopec has commenced commercial operation at its new refining complex in Quanzhou, China, and has signed a preliminary deal worth US$ 9 billion with Kuwait to build another facility in southern China. 13/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Air_Products_secures_hydrogen_deal_with_ExxonMobil.aspx Air Products has signed a long term supply contract and plans to construct a new hydrogen plant in the Netherlands, serving ExxonMobil’s Rotterdam refinery. 13/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Colombian_farmers_take_BP_to_court.aspx Colombian farmers are suing BP Exploration Co. for the environmental damage to their land caused during the construction of a crude oil pipeline. 13/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Anti-dumping duties imposed on China pipes.aspx The US has imposed anti-dumping measures on Chinese pipes; sparking protectionist row. 09/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Call_for_bonds_as_protection_along_TransCanadas_XL_oil_pipeline .aspx Some landowners are calling for TransCanada to post bonds to protect the company’s proposed XL oil pipeline in western South Dakota. 09/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/The_UK_Norway_cross_border_mentoring_initiative.aspx This article discusses a new initiative for agencies to join forces to improve business opportunities between UK and Norway. 06/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Gas_discovery_in_Haynesville_Shale.aspx With a flow rate of more than 30 million ft3/d, Devon Energy believes the Kardell well is the highest rate well ever drilled in the Haynesville Shale. 06/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/Joint_Venture_DII_established_to_implement_DESERTEC_concept.aspx A unique industry initiative, DII Gmbh, has been set up with the aim of accelerating the development of reliable, sustainable, and climate-friendly energy supply from the deserts in the Middle East and North Africa. 04/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Nord_Stream_pipeline_approved_by_Denmark.aspx Danish authorities approve the Nord Stream pipeline; GDF Suez in talks to join project. 02/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/China_discusses_draft_law_on_the_protection_of_oil_and_gas_pipelines.aspx Chinese legislators are discussing a draft law on the protection of oil and gas pipelines, which, they say, are facing growing problems due to rapid urbanisation and the expansion of pipeline networks 02/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Arctic_pipeline_never_closer.aspx An Arctic pipeline has ‘never been closer’, according to Canadian Environment Minister Jim Prentice, following years of delay. 29/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/Russia_agrees_gas_pipeline_deals_with_China.aspx Russia and China are moving towards a mammoth energy deal, with the signing of dozens of commercial pacts worth US$ 3.5 billion and with the framework in place for a natural gas pipelines agreement. 28/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/Cost_for_West_African_Gas_Pipeline_soars.aspx The West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) is a 678 km pipeline, planned to deliver gas from Nigeria to Ghana, Benin and Togo. The cost of the pipeline, originally said to cost US$ 600 million, has soared to US$ 1 billion. 27/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/Nigerias_Federal_Government_removes_deposit_for_investors_in_private_refineries.aspx Nigeria’s Federal Government has removed the US$ 1 million deposit previously in place for investors planning to build private refineries 26/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/BPs_Whiting_refinery_reaches_one_third_towards_completion.aspx Despite economic and environmental hurdles, BP’s Whiting refinery modernisation project has reached one third of the way towards completion. 23/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/CCS_endorsed_as_key_to_combating_climate_change.aspx Energy and environment ministers from the Carbon Sequestration Leadership Forum’s member nations have endorsed CCS as a vital tool to help fight climate change. 22/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/oil_and_gas_opportunities_in_africa.aspx This article looks at current industry activity in different regions of Africa and explores how companies in the energy supply chain are leveraging the opportunities available in these markets. 21/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/italys_clean_coal.aspx Currently reliant on imported gas, Italy is keen to develop its clean coal industry with a pioneering CCS demonstration plant at Porto Tolle and the construction of several high-efficiency coal-fired power plants. 21/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/exploration_and_appraisal_activity_up_in_UKCS.aspx This article discusses the latest oil and gas industry figures released by Deloitte, which show that offshore exploration and appraisal activity is up by 75% on the last quarter. 20/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/five_ways_to_green_existing_power_plants.aspx Our existing fleet of fossil-fueled power plants represents a massive investment. With permits and infrastructure already in place, conversion upgrades can produce fast results at greatly reduced cost compared to new construction. Here are some ideas: 20/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/mitigating_coal_mine_methane.aspx Coal mine ventilation exhaust air constitutes the largest single source of coal mine methane emissions to the at¬mosphere. Catalytic and thermal oxidation are techniques that can be used to destroy ventilation air methane (VAM) at active underground coal mines. 19/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/global_lng_industry_set_to_regain_momentum_after_2012.aspx The credit crunch and an uncertain market have hit the global LNG industry, which had been steadily growing during the period 2003 - 08. LNG demand (a function of natural gas demand) is low across the globe, yet it is set to pick up post 2012 and rise until 2015. 19/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/australian_pipeline_industry_outlook.aspx The natural gas transmission pipeline industry in Australia is active and vibrant with opportunities for investment in further pipelines and pipeline infrastructure as this demand grows. 18/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/mozambique_coal_railway.aspx Mozambique, a country with vast but mostly untapped coal resources, has recently seen a number of important developments that bring it closer to becoming a major coal exporter. 16/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/yanbu_refinery_contracts_to_be_awarded_in_2010.aspx Saudi Aramco and ConocoPhillips plan on awarding contracts for the Yanu refinery in May 2010. 16/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/offshore_wind_market_status.aspx Offshore wind activity is at an all time high. The next two years will see significant year-on-year growth in terms of capacity installed from projects currently under construction. However, the industry is struggling with the costs of development, which have more than doubled in five years. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/global_power_sector_recovery.aspx The power sector has undoubtedly been hit hard by the global credit crunch. The good news is though, that we are now seeing some positive signs of recovery, with the sector beginning to slowly bounce back with more money being invested in new projects. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/solar_power_breaking_the_economic_barrier.aspx Electricity generation from solar energy has been around for more than 50 years. Solar power generation will see an exponential growth and the resultant technology breakthroughs and economies of scale will lead to costs which are close to grid parity. Changing industry dynamics provide great value creation opportunities, but taking high quality decisions in the face of uncertainty is critical. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/australia_set_to_lead_the_way_in_lng.aspx Australia, with 24 currently active and future LNG projects, could become the second largest LNG producing nation in the world by 2015, according to the International Energy Agency. 14/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/south_american_pipeline_update.aspx The oil and gas sector in South America holds tremendous potential, with at least 110 billion bbls of oil, 272 trillion ft³ of gas and over 250 billion bbls of recoverable bitumen. But that potential often remains elusive for many countries. 13/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/global_exploration_overview.aspx Brazilian oil and Australian gas are the hottest ball games in town at the moment. This article reviews activity in these areas and other offshore exploration activity. 12/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/petrobras_signs_comperj_construction_agreement.aspx Petrobras and CTC Consortium have signed a new construction agreement for construction at the Comperj refinery. 08/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/CO2_storage_report_key_findings.aspx Oil exploration and production technology holds the key to secure CO₂ storage, a report published by the CO₂ Capture Project (CCP) has recently highlighted. The report provides a definitive treatment of the CO₂ storage subsurface technical issues and how oil and gas experience, technology and protocols are available now to address them. 07/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/managing_risk_in_an_uncertain_world_new_techniques.aspx Working with a global operator, a Drilling Risk Assessment simulation model has been developed. Executives can now simulate and test scenarios before committing to a course of action. 05/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/the_arctic_exploration_frontier.aspx The Arctic region holds large reserves of undiscovered, technically recoverable oil and gas. Exploration and drilling challenges exist due to harsh conditions and environmental concerns. 01/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/offshore_production_and_spending_market.aspx The short-term outlook for the offshore oil and gas industry has become more difficult to predict than ever. The last few years saw an unprecedented boom in activity but there is now uncertainty and, in some quarters, despondency. 01/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/east_asian_energy_market.aspx East Asia continues to be a vital region for the world economy and the world energy market. This article looks at the four major East Asian economies, their energy markets, and their hydrocarbon processing industries. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/jubail_refinery_contracts_awarded.aspx Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petroleum Company has begun awarding EPC contracts for the Jubail refinery. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/nippon_oil_to_construct_vietnam_refinery_with_sk_energy.aspx Nippon Oil has decided to construct a new refinery in Japan with partner SK Energy. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/indian_refineries_gear_up_fo_euro_iv_transportation_fuels.aspx India currently has 19 refineries with a total capacity of 3.76 million bpd and gasoline and automotive diesel account for 50% of total domestic refinery production in the country. Delhi is currently the CNG capital of the world. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/redeploying_an_existing_LNG_fleet.aspx Newbuild and converted offshore LNG projects are now under review by ABS. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/indian_oil_and_gas_market.aspx India has ambitions to become the hub for petroleum products exports. The export potential coupled with the additional capacity additions and new refineries provide a unique opportunity for potential investors. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/a_step_closer_to_the_digital_oilfield.aspx When discussing the digital oilfield, one thing the majority of commentators agree on is that it involves operators having maximum awareness and control over their assets. Many also agree that the technology and connectivity across the oilfield is now there and that the key question facing operators is how best to utilise and integrate these technologies. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/nabucco_pipeline_agreement_signed_in_ankara.aspx The signing of an intergovernmental agreement between Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania, Austria and Hungary in Ankara on 13th July was a significant step towards construction of the E7.9 billion (US$ 11.05 billion) Nabucco gas pipeline, which will bring Caspian gas to Europe via the Balkans, Turkey and the Caucasus. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/gas_pipeline_is_top_priority_for_palin_successor_parnell.aspx Following the resignation of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, her successor Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell has announced that the North Slope pipeline will be his top priority. Parnell is expected to pursue many of Palin’s basic policy initiatives, including an Alaska natural gas pipeline. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/a_pipeline_demonstration_centre.aspx Siemens' Pipeline Demo Center simulates technologies on a model pipeline system. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/southeast_asian_coal_surviving_economic_downturn.aspx Rising demand for electricity at home and abroad will bolster Southeast Asian coal markets in the current financial climate. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/major_coal_producers_are_making_a_financial_recovery.aspx Although the financial crisis has hit both the thermal and met coal markets hard, the outlook for both markets is now more positive. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/carbon_reduction_plans_suffer_setbacks.aspx Australia's carbon trading plan has been rejected in the same week that the UN strives to make its climate proposals more manageable. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/us_and_china_join_forces_to_develop_low_carbon_coal_technology.aspx Duke Energy and China Huaneng Group will collaborate to develop gasification technology that allows carbon to be captured and stored. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/unconventional_resources_current_options.aspx Contrary to popular belief, the world is not running out of oil and gas; plenty still remains in the Middle East, Russia and Venezuela. The world is running out of cheap sources located in politically stable countries with open fiscal and regulatory regimes. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/assessing_biofuel_risk_from_field_to_fuel.aspx One of the key technologies for the realisation of eco-society is the production of biofuels. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/bp_and_martek_biosciences_sign_agreement_to_deliver_advanced_biofuels.aspx BP and Martek Biosciences Corp. have signed a joint development agreement to develop biodiesel production using sugar feedstocks. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/methane_from_coal_mines_presents_opportunity_to_recover_energy_and_generate_revenues.aspx If captured and recovered for energy, coal mine methane is a cost-effective resource. Coal mines around the world are increasingly focusing on the commercially available, cost-effective opportunities to capture and use this often wasted resource. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/subsea_7_awarded_US$_150 million_contract_ by_bp_and_opens_pipeline_spoolbase_in_texas.aspx Subsea 7 has been awarded a pipeline engineering, construction and installation contract by BP worth approximately US$ 150 million. In addition, the company has opened a new pipeline fabrication spoolbase in Texas. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/processing/articles/south_american_gas_market.aspx South America has an impressive total of gas reserves and is increasing its production, however, the region is continually facing problems despite its desire to expand and develop. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/argentine_energy_markets.aspx This article discusses Argentine energy markets, covering the growing role of natural gas, primary energy consumption and the refining sector. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/governments_worldwide_make_plans_to_develop_ccs_technology.aspx Ongoing government plans to develop CCS technology reflect growing awareness that coal is essential to the future energy mix. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/geothermal_industry_thriving_amid_support_from_federal_programmes.aspx The sheer potential of geothermal power and its value to the US aids its growing reputation as one of the very best options in the nation's growing energy mix. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/south_americas_lng_market_developments.aspx Many experts predict that South America will become a net exporter of LNG in the future, however many challenges remain to the industry's development. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/lng_16_in_algeria.aspx Algeria will be a fitting venue for next year's LNG 16 Conference, having staked its place as the EU's third largest supplier of foreign gas. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/australia_and_india_LNG_partnership.aspx Exxon Mobil's Australian division and India's Petronet have signed a 20 year LNG supply contract, signaling a step towards approval for the Western Australian Gorgon project on Barrow Island. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/new_brazilian_gas_law.aspx In March 2009, Brazil adopted the much-awaited Gas Law; regulating the transportation of natural gas. The Gas Law establishes a 30 year concession regime, bringing enhanced security for private companies to enter the market for transportation and storage of natural gas. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/pipelines/articles/research_and_development_in_pipeline_coating.aspx Pipeline integrity: lessons learnt from across the globe can prevent unnecessary failures and lead to improved long-term pipeline durability. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/pipelines_and_control_lines_market_update.aspx With the long-term prospect of increasing global energy demand, securing future energy supplies has become a common global issue. For those countries with dwindling production rates or low hydrocarbon reserves, the pressure for energy security is set to increase. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/a_transitioning_electric_utility_industry_embracing_solar_electricity.aspx The US electric utility industry must quickly find ways to acquire and integrate a large percentage of its electricity from clean renewable sources in order to meet existing and anticipated state and federal requirements. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/ensuring_a_workforce_for_tomorrows_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx OPITO – The Oil and Gas Academy, is focusing on attracting skills and talent to the oil and gas industry, through its ‘Energise Your Future’ event, which took place at this year’s Offshore Europe in Aberdeen. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/fmc_technologies_awarded_subsea_contract_by_petrobras_worth_approximately_US$_90_million.aspx FMC Technologies will provide Petrobras with a subsea oil-water separator system for the Marlim field, located in the Campos Basin, offshore Brazil. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/brazils_petrobras_new_light_oil_find_prospects_for_production_pipelines.aspx Petrobras has announced a new light oil find in the Campos Basin. This article looks at the new oil find; Petrobras’ International Business Plan; relations between Brazil and China; foreign participation in the Brazilian market and prospects for the Brazilian pipeline sector over the next few years. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/nuclear_fusion_a_future_energy_solution.aspx There is no one solution to the global energy crisis, but fusion scientists think that they can make an important contribution. Fusion, if successfully developed, will be both clean and green, producing large quantities of energy from non carbon emitting sources and without the burden of long-term radioactive waste. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/influence_of_powe_lines_on_pipeline_networks.aspx Increased difficulties in obtaining utility right-of-way and the concept of utility corridors have brought pipelines into close proximity with electric power transmission/distribution systems. Metallic objects subjected to the alternating electromagnetic field will exhibit an induced voltage. Also, power conductor faults to ground can cause substantial fault currents in the underground structure. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/coal/articles/coal_and_copenhagen.aspx December sees the UN climate talks in Copenhagen. Tasked with developing a new climate agreement to replace Kyoto post-2012, government negotiators, NGOs, industry, media, and other interested parties will convene to try to work out how the world can meet the challenge of climate change. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) from coal mining activity should be an important part of the discussions. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/renewable-energy/articles/wind_energy_thriving_in_US_but_more_help_needed.aspx With a commitment from US policymakers to domestic renewable energy, the US wind energy industry will continue to grow and provide manufacturing jobs at home, and investment opportunities to the global financial community. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/unconventional-resources/articles/joint_ventures_in_unconventional_natural_gas.aspx Joint ventures focused on unconventional natural gas opportunities and related capability transfer will require effective governance to be successful. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/drilling-and-production/articles/offshore_hurricane_insurance_sees_poor_take_up_rate_in_2009 .aspx The article looks at the prospects for the continuing availability of hurricane insurance in the offshore energy markets, discusses some of the problems with the products offered, reports on efforts to improve these products and the effect that low product take up is having on the energy insurance market. Windstorm premium makes up 15 to 20% of the offshore energy insurance portfolio. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/exploration/articles/british_energy_focus.aspx British companies can be found in all aspects of the energy industry all over the world. A track record of more than 40 years of expertise in exploring and developing oil and gas as well as nuclear energy has created a wealth of experience that is now being used globally. 30/09/2009