Further delays for Myanmar-China pipeline
The long-awaited Myanmar-China oil pipeline has been delayed again due to last minute negotiating tensions.
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API: approval of KXL is welcome news and critical to US economy
On 24 March, API welcomed federal approval of the Keystone XL pipeline expansion project.
Gazprom’s “goal to eliminate workplace injuries”
Gazprom recently reviewed its goals of the ‘Year of Occupational Safety’, which was held in 2016. The company held workshops for managers and workers to help better organise and conduct hazardous operations. The initiative also promoted labour safety awareness among youth.
Sinopec’s profits on the up
With profits rising for the first time in three years in 2016 and an expected 150% income surge, Sinopec plans to increase its spending by 44% this year.
Belle Fourche spill three times larger than expected
The Belle Fourche pipeline spill is now believed to have been approximately three times larger than originally estimated.
Oil and gas pipelines market expected to perform well until 2020
According to MarketIntelReports’ new industry report, the oil and gas pipelines market is expected to perform well until 2020.
PetroChina considering pipeline business spinoff
Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein and Jefferies Group told Bloomberg that PetroChina may ‘spinoff’ its natural gas and crude oil pipeline business.
Keystone XL approved by US State Department
TransCanada has received a presidential permit for its Keystone XL pipeline.
Keystone XL set to be approved by Trump administration
The US State Department is expected to approve the Keystone XL pipeline before next week.
Pinnacle Midstream begins operations of its crude transloading facilities
Pinnacle Midstream has announced the commissioning of its truck transloading facility in Culberson County.
Penspen awarded Feruka-Harare contract
Penspen has been awarded a contract for the provision of engineering and procurement services, as well as construction and commissioning supervision for the Feruka-Harare pipeline.
Examining the expectation gap between hiring O&G managers and jobseekers
On 23 March, the first Global Energy Talent Index was published, detailing a significant difference in expectations between hiring managers and candidates within the oil and gas industry.
Putin discusses Nord Stream 2
During a meeting with the head of BASF, Putin is reported to have stated that there is no politics behind the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
Trans Mountain pipeline successfully concludes open season
An open season for the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project has concluded.
Roxtec launches subsidiary company in North America
Roxtec Services has recently launched its subsidiary, Roxtec Services US LLC, which offers inspections and maintenance of cable and pipe transits.