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No companies bid in a federal lease sale mandated by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and only one bid for 20 acres was made as part of Alaska's annual lease sale.
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March 18, 2026

Oil & Gas Journal ReEnterprised

General Interest

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oil and gas production platform in US Gulf of Mexico
Harbour Energy updates its 2026 guidance, incorporating recent acquisitions, with expected production of 475,000-500,000 boe/d and capital expenditure of up to $2.4 billion, reflecting...
March 6, 2026
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The agreement aims to expand pipeline exports to 30 MMcmd by 2030, leveraging Argentina's growing unconventional gas production and addressing Brazil's need for cost-effective...
March 5, 2026
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floating oil production vessel in waters offshore Brazil
Focusing on Mero field in the Libra block, the Libra Rocks project combines academic partnerships and technology to study rock properties, improve reservoir characterization, ...
March 4, 2026
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Iran flag oil pump shadow
The conflict has caused a surge in Brent and WTI crude prices, with partial normalization after US government intervention. Shipping and refining markets face significant disruptions...
March 4, 2026

Refining & Processing

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Aramco Jafurah gas processing project
Aramco’s recent projects, including the Tanajib gas plant and Jafurah shale development, are central to its strategy to increase gas production by 80% by 2030.
Feb. 26, 2026
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Eni refinery Priolo, Sicily
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Eni's projects at Sannazzaro and Priolo will add 1.05 million tpy of biorefining capacity, complementing existing operations and positioning the company as a major EU producer...
Feb. 26, 2026
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Brazos Midstream Midland basin operations map
The company’s latest projects include the Sundance complex and the Cassidy complex, along with pipeline expansions, aiming to improve natural gas processing and gathering infrastructure...
Feb. 19, 2026
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Vertex Energy’s Alabama refinery
Produced from used motor oil through Vertex’s integrated collection network, the VTX-R6 supports applications requiring greater film thickness, such as heavy-duty engine oils ...
Feb. 19, 2026

Drilling & Production

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The company has spudded the SJ‑12 well on the Brazilian equatorial margin, on the coast of the state of Maranhão.
March 3, 2026
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Leviathan platform offshore Israel
Energean and Chevron have been instructed to suspend activities offshore Israel due to escalating regional conflicts and security concerns.
March 3, 2026
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Vaalco Energy Ivory Coast operations map
The operator has drilled a high-quality Gamba sands well in Gabon, while continuing exploration efforts in Congo basin. Meanwhile, in Ivory Coast, Vaalco is preparing for field...
Feb. 24, 2026
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Canada's 2-rig increase puts the total number of rigs running in Canada at 224.
Feb. 20, 2026

Exploration & Development

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Mako field development concept layout
Conrad's CEO said the FID "has transitioned Conrad from a speculative exploration/appraisal company to a fully contracted gas development and future production company with a ...
March 3, 2026
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Northern Territory Australia EPNT26-1
The NT Government's petroleum release in Beetaloo includes 50 blocks positioned near existing infrastructure, with applications closing in July 2026.
March 2, 2026
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Equinor Snorre A platform North Sea
The discovery is part pilot program aimed at brining fields into production within 2-3 years by pre-planning development.
March 2, 2026
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Flag of Azerbaijan waving in the wind
The agreement grants Gran Tierra a 65% stake and operational control over a promising onshore field in Azerbaijan. At the same time, the company has made moves to fully exit its...
Feb. 19, 2026

Pipelines & Transportation

Venture Global Inc.
LNG vessel
Following QatarEnergy’s news that it has halted LNG production following the strikes on Iran, Venture Global’s CEO said his team is likely the top player today when it comes to...
March 2, 2026
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Glenfarne, TotalEnergies executives sign LOI on Alaska LNG offtake
Glenfarne Group's subsidiary, Alaska LNG LLC, has signed a letter of intent with TotalEnergies to supply 2 million tpy of LNG for 20 years, pending project approval.
Feb. 27, 2026
Commonwealth LNG export plant rendering
Commonwealth LNG export plant rendering
The Commonwealth LNG plant, under development in Cameron Parish, La., has a new LNG offtaker as Caturus works to secure remaining capacity ahead of FID.
Feb. 13, 2026
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Aerial photo of Nguya floating LNG vessel offshore Congo
With the Phase 2 delivery, Congo's liquefaction capacity has increased to 3 million tpy.
Feb. 13, 2026