Projects
Alaska's ambitious liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plans are gaining momentum, with the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) finalising agreements with Glenfarne to develop the US$44 billion Alaska LNG project. The venture aims to tap into Alaska's vast hydrocarbon reserves, constructing a 1,300-kilometre pipeline to a liquefaction plant on the…
Shell greenlights major deepwater project in Brazil’s pre-salt basin
Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has taken the final investment decision (FID) for the Gato do Mato project, a significant deepwater development in the pre-salt area of the Santos Basin, offshore Brazil. This move marks a substantial expansion of Shell's presence in Brazil's energy sector. The…
Baleine project phase two strengthens Côte d’Ivoire’s energy sector
Eni, in partnership with Petroci, has announced a significant increase in gas production from the Baleine upstream project, bolstering Côte d'Ivoire's energy sector and improving energy access. The launch of phase two in December 2024 has already led to increased industrial growth and a more secure energy supply for the…
NWS gas project approval pledge fuels energy vs environment clash
The Australian federal opposition has voiced its commitment to fast-track the approval process for the North West Shelf (NWS) gas project extension — a move welcomed by industry leaders but criticised by environmental advocates and government officials. The Coalition, led by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, has committed to resolving the…
Shell achieves first oil production from GKGJE Phase 4 offshore project
Sabah Shell Petroleum Company (SSPC), a subsidiary of Shell, has successfully commenced oil production from the fourth phase of the Gumusut-Kakap-Geronggong-Jagus East (GKGJE) deep-water offshore project. This milestone marks a significant advancement in Shell's deep-water operations in Malaysia. The newly produced oil from phase four is being transported to the…
Australian gas company secures mining licence for Botswana CBM project
Botala Energy, an Australian gas exploration and production company, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a mining licence (ML0052/2025) for its Serowe coal bed methane (CBM) project in Botswana. This licence, granted under Section 39 of the Mines and Minerals Act of Botswana, provides the necessary regulatory approval for…
Gas leak detected at BP’s Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project
A gas leak has been detected at the BP-operated Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project, located offshore Senegal and Mauritania. The incident occurred during planned commissioning tests at the GTA A02 well, where low-rate subsea gas bubbles were discovered. BP has issued a statement indicating that the environmental impact from…
ADNOC inks 15-year LNG supply deal with Osaka Gas
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has solidified its position in the global LNG market with a new 15-year sales and purchase agreement (SPA) with Osaka Gas. Under the agreement, ADNOC will supply the Japanese utility company with up to 800,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) of liquefied natural gas…