Production
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April 14, 2026
Senegal is advancing its hydrocarbon strategy through regulatory reforms and expanding oil and gas production, while developing gas-to-power infrastructure to support long-term energy growth.
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April 13, 2026
OPEC oil output fell by nearly 8 million bpd in March, the largest drop on record, as the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruption curtailed exports from key Gulf producers.
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April 12, 2026
TotalEnergies is advancing a major Africa project pipeline, including Congo oil developments, Mozambique LNG restart and Namibia exploration, positioning for production growth through 2026.
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April 10, 2026
Saudi Arabia said attacks on key oil and gas infrastructure, including the East-West pipeline, disrupted production and exports, cutting output capacity by more than 600,000 bpd and tightening global supply.
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April 08, 2026
ExxonMobil reported a 6% drop in global production in the first quarter as Middle East conflict disrupted Gulf operations, including damage to LNG facilities in Qatar.
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February 24, 2026
Endress+Hauser is expanding U.S. manufacturing and supply chain capabilities to support growing demand for instrumentation across energy, oil and gas, and industrial sectors.
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March 30, 2026
Sable Offshore has begun oil sales from the Santa Ynez Pipeline System offshore California, marking a key milestone in restarting production across its assets, with output from multiple platforms expected to exceed 60,000 bpd as operations ramp up through 2026.
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March 27, 2026
Chariot has secured economic exposure to offshore Angola production through a financed acquisition of stakes in Blocks 14 and 14K, gaining access to ~4,000 bpd net-equivalent output and long-term cash flow backed by Shell trading support.
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March 26, 2026
ReconAfrica has commenced production testing at its Kavango West 1X discovery in Namibia, targeting multiple hydrocarbon zones as it advances evaluation of the basin’s commercial potential.
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March 26, 2026
CNOOC reported record oil and gas production and reserves in 2025, supported by new discoveries, project startups and continued upstream investment across China and international assets.
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March 25, 2026
Nigeria is fast-tracking permits to revive idle oil wells, cutting approval times to hours as operators move to boost production and capitalize on stronger crude prices.
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March
From record-shattering pre-salt output and a landmark OPEC+ debut, to a $109 billion investment mandate and the contradictions of hosting COP30, Brazil’s hydrocarbons sector has entered one its most consequential chapters. This report examines the defining decisions of the past 12 months, and charts the terrain for the year ahead.
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March 01, 2026
OPEC+ will add 206,000 bpd of oil production in April as Middle East tensions escalate following strikes on Iran, raising concerns over potential disruptions to Strait of Hormuz crude flows.
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February
Is petroleum coke the next big proppant innovation—or a rediscovered idea? This column explores how legacy concepts like petcoke and other lightweight materials are re-emerging in modern fracturing designs, highlighting the technical merits, cost advantages and historical context behind today’s “new” production technologies.
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February
Can Venezuela rebuild its oil sector without repeating the mistakes of the past? In this Executive Viewpoint, Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian argues that a transparent, market-driven regulatory model—not OPEC-style centralized control—offers the most credible path to restoring investment, stability and long-term production growth in the world’s largest resource base.
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February
While the U.S. market remains flat, international E&P remains a source of optimism, with a number of large-scale and long-term projects under way in some places. Out of eight regions, seven will have increased drilling during 2026. Offshore activity will again fare better than onshore work, particularly in deepwater plays.
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February 20, 2026
Ecopetrol reported 1.94 Bboe in proved reserves at year-end 2025 and a 121% reserve replacement ratio, driven by enhanced recovery projects and improved field performance across key Colombian assets. The company’s average reserve life now stands at 7.8 years.
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February 19, 2026
TIPRO has launched the Power Texas program with Arise Energy, offering Texas oil and gas operators access to competitive electricity procurement tools as power demand and electrification drive higher operating costs across the state.
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February 18, 2026
Expand Energy posted strong fourth-quarter results and is targeting higher gas output in 2026, as the U.S. producer ramps Haynesville activity, boosts cash flow and continues debt reduction while positioning for rising LNG-driven demand.
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February 18, 2026
Occidental reported strong fourth-quarter 2025 production and cash flow, exceeded output guidance and reduced debt following its OxyChem sale, reinforcing its Permian-focused portfolio and balance sheet strength.
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February 18, 2026
Venezuela’s oil production could increase by 30%–40% in 2026, or roughly 300,000–400,000 bpd, according to the U.S. energy secretary, as renewed operating licenses and growing international interest support efforts to revive the country’s upstream sector.
