ADCI Underwater TodaySeptember 29, 2020 INDUSTRY NEWS
The well verified presence of hydrocarbons in carbonate reservoirs of the presalt section. Well data will be analyzed to better assess the potential and direct exploratory activities in the area.
Visit https://www.ogj.com/exploration-development/discoveries/article/14183957/petrobras-finds-hydrocarbons-in-southern-campos-basin to view the full article online. The four-year deal, valued at up to $100 million, applies to the Beryl Alpha and Bravo, Forties Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta platforms, and starts on Jan. 1, 2021.
Visit https://www.offshore-mag.com/drilling-completion/article/14184054/apache-lengthens-north-sea-platform-drilling-services-arrangement-with-archer to view the full article online. Crude-oil futures ended higher Monday, recouping some of last week’s losses, but concerns that the rise in coronavirus cases throughout the globe will lead to weaker energy demand has grown.
Visit https://www.marketwatch.com/story/oil-edges-higher-but-fears-about-coronavirus-fueled-hit-to-demand-weigh-11601295489 to view the full article online. New On ADCI-TV
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As the world deals with SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, the Physicians Diving Advisory Committee (PDAC) is issuing a new statement regarding physicals that should be performed on commercial divers or candidates.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/adc-nwl/pdf/COVID_STATEMENT_PDAC_FINAL.pdf to view the full article online. INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Indonesia’s decision to offer a choice between gross split and cost recovery for new licences is a positive step, according to Wood Mackenzie. Visit https://www.offshore-mag.com/regional-reports/asia/article/14183570/indonesia-introduces-more-flexible-license-terms to view the full article online. Exploration drilling offshore the UK could rebound strongly in 2021, according to Westwood Global Energy Group. Visit https://www.offshore-mag.com/regional-reports/north-sea-europe/article/14184132/uk-set-for-offshore-drilling-upturn to view the full article online. Origin Energy Ltd. started fracturing activities on the Kyalla-117 well in the Velkerri liquids-rich gas play in the Beetaloo subbasin, Northern Territory, Australia.
Visit https://www.ogj.com/exploration-development/article/14183854/origin-begins-fracturing-beetaloo-basin-well to view the full article online. NEW PRODUCTS AND TECHNOLOGY
Maersk Supply Service and Ørsted will jointly test a prototype buoy that will act as both a mooring point and a charging station for vessels.
Visit https://www.offshore-energy.biz/maersk-and-orsted-to-test-offshore-vessel-charger/ to view the full article online. Ocean Infinity has selected the Saab Seaeye Leopard ROV to complement its pioneering ‘Armada’ fleet of unmanned surface robot vessels.
Visit https://www.offshore-energy.biz/electric-rov-for-ocean-infinitys-armada-fleet/ to view the full article online. Norway’s maritime industry group Wilhelmsen and Germany’s industrial and technology businesses conglomerate thyssenkrupp are establishing a 3D printing joint venture targeting the maritime industry.
Visit https://www.offshore-energy.biz/wilhelmsen-thyssenkrupp-create-3d-printing-jv-for-maritime-sector/ to view the full article online. REGULATORY NEWS
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued an executive order Sept. 23 requiring all new cars and new passenger trucks sold in the state to be zero-emission vehicles by 2035, a move that would take a big bite out of US gasoline demand. Visit https://www.ogj.com/general-interest/government/article/14184105/california-governor-orders-transition-to-zeroemission-vehicles to view the full article online. |