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    Petrochemicals

    US OLEFINS—FIRST-HALF 2008: High ethane demand tightens coproduct propylene supply

    July 7, 2008
    An increase in ethane cracking contributed to reduced coproduct propylene supply during first-quarter 2008.
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    HSE

    SPECIAL REPORT: Markets evolving for oil sands bitumen, synthetic crude

    July 7, 2008
    As Canadian oil sands production increases, producers are adopting varied strategies in marketing the bitumen blends and synthetic crude oil (SCO).
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    Drilling & Production

    SPECIAL REPORT: ERCB update expects bitumen production doubling by 2017

    July 7, 2008
    Bitumen production will more than double by 2017 to 3.23 million b/d from 1.32 million b/d in 2007, according to the latest Energy Resources Conservation Board of Alberta update...
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    NELSON-FARRAR QUARTERLY COSTIMATING: How indexes have changed

    July 7, 2008
    Nelson-Farrar indexes for finished steels changed drastically during 2004-07. Generally speaking, the alloy steels changed less than carbon steel products.
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    Nelson-farrar cost indexes

    July 7, 2008
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    WATCHING THE WORLD: Khodorkovsky’s independence

    July 7, 2008
    Last week, just as millions of Americans—many of them in the oil and gas industry—were preparing for their July 4 Independence Day celebrations, the Russian government...
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    Refining & Processing

    ‘Silent disruption’ limiting oil supply

    July 7, 2008
    Recent increases in the price of oil result largely from a collision of demand growth with what might be called a “silent disruption” to worldwide supply.
    Exploration & Development

    Japan to aid Iraq in rebuilding oil, gas industry

    July 7, 2008
    Iraqi Oil Minister Hussain Al Shahristani and Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Akira Amari—voicing concerns over global oil prices—agreed that both ...
    Reserves

    E&Y study: US oil reserves holding flat, costs rising

    July 7, 2008
    US proved oil reserves for 40 exploration and production companies increased 2% during 2003-07, reported Ernst & Young in a benchmark study released in Houston.
    Reserves

    Brazil sets sights on increasing oil production

    July 7, 2008
    Brazil will at least triple its oil reserves by exploring the new Tupi offshore area, and will use the future revenues on healthcare and education for the country, according to...
    HSE

    Supreme Court overturns Exxon Valdez $2.5 billion punitive damages award

    July 7, 2008
    The US Supreme Court has overturned the $2.5 billion in punitive damages against ExxonMobil Corp. for an oil spill from the tanker Exxon Valdez in Alaska’s Prince William Sound...
    Companies

    WATCHING GOVERNMENT: The rest of the Western Hemisphere

    July 7, 2008
    Jorge R. Pinon does not want US politicians to become so concerned about Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez or a possible Chinese presence in Cuba that they overlook the rest of...
    Drilling & Production

    Survey shows US favorable for oil and gas investment

    July 7, 2008
    The US had 9 of the top 10 jurisdictions worldwide that oil and gas executives ranked as attractive destinations for upstream investment, according to results of a survey conducted...
    Economics & Markets

    Barbs fly as House ‘Use it or lose it’ bill headed to floor

    July 7, 2008
    US House Democrats and Republicans accused each other of indifference to record gasoline prices as the week-long Independence Day recess drew closer.
    Reserves

    SEC proposes updated reserves reporting rules

    July 7, 2008
    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has released a proposed set of revised oil and natural gas reserves reporting requirements, and proposed changes include disclosure of...
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    Capacities

    OGJ Newsletter

    July 7, 2008
    General Interest — Quick TakesBrazil plans oil law changes, oil management firmBrazil’s Mines and Energy Minister Edison Lobao plans to propose to President Luiz Inacio Lula da...
    LNG

    EIA: Biggest energy demand growth in developing countries

    July 7, 2008
    The world’s total energy consumption could grow by 50% in the 25 years from 2005 to 2030, with most of the increase coming in developing countries, reported the US Energy Information...
    Reserves

    BP: Free markets effective where allowed to work

    July 7, 2008
    Despite high prices, above-average economic growth drove robust global energy-demand growth last year, according to BP’s latest statistical review of world energy.
    Production Operations

    CAPP alters Canadian oil sands production outlook

    July 7, 2008
    The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) has released its annual crude oil production from oil sands outlook, which is slightly altered from its earlier report.
    Economics & Markets

    GOP Senate bill would improve energy market regulation

    July 7, 2008
    US Senate Republicans introduced legislation that they said would balance developing domestic fossil fuel sources with promoting alternatives and improve energy commodity market...
    Pipelines & Transportation

    Formula for energy security

    July 7, 2008
    The National Petroleum Council (NPC) 10 months ago presented to the US Department of Energy its comprehensive study, “Hard Truths,” which addressed maintaining US and world energy...
    Refining

    Constraints in worldwide refining capacity

    July 7, 2008
    The US currently consumes about 20.5 million b/d of petroleum and produces about 8.5 million b/d, including natural gas liquids and processing gains.
    HSE

    Global warming response

    July 7, 2008
    It is well known that the hydrocarbon industry, by its very nature, is responsible for a large share of the production of products which go on to become greenhouse gases.
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    Drilling & Production

    MODELING GULF OF MEXICO LOST PRODUCTION—1: Field redevelopment economics and storm impact assessment

    July 7, 2008
    The oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico has the greatest weather exposure in the world and is vulnerable to a range of losses that include physical damage and destruction...
    Economics & Markets

    Markets ignore rumors of war

    July 7, 2008
    There was virtually no reaction in world oil markets when Iran denied the rumor that Israeli aircraft had attacked its nuclear facilities on June 23, saying such an act would ...
    Refining

    McCain more like Democrats than Bush on energy

    July 7, 2008
    In another display of confusion about energy, Democratic leaders in Congress responded to oil-supply initiatives from the US president and the Republican who would succeed him...
    Production Operations

    Area Drilling

    July 7, 2008
    ItalyMediterranean Oil & Gas PLC will precisely assess the contingent and prospective oil and gas resources on the BR 269 GC permit in the Adriatic Sea off Italy.Consulting engineers...
    HSE

    Oil sands: the short view

    July 7, 2008
    Canadians know energy short-sightedness when they see it. This quality distinguishes them from their neighbors to the south.
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    Pipelines & Transportation

    US NATURAL GAS—1: Increased Texas-to-Southeast deliveries affect price bases

    July 7, 2008
    The Texas-Gulf Coast natural gas pipeline buildout during the last year has caused price and flow changes offering a glimpse into what will likely take place as the construction...
    Companies

    Print Ad Index

    July 7, 2008
    Alberta Oil Sands MapBaker Hughes IncorporatedBaker Oil Toolswww.multilateralwells.comBaker Petrolitewww.bakerpetrolite.comBelco Technologies Corporationwww.belcotech.comCameronwww...