Posts by Melissa Lucio
Argentina M&A | Opportunity knocks for Argentina’s independents – YPF’s divestment program
On 1st March 2024, YPF formally announced its intention to “optimize its Conventional Upstream portfolio”. The company will look to sell, or return to the…
Read MoreUS GoM M&A | OG Energy achieves US GoM critical mass with acquisition from Beacon Offshore
On 29 March 2024, Beacon Offshore announced the completion of the divestment of its non-operated interests in certain fields to OG Energy for an undisclosed…
Read MoreBrazil M&A | Westlawn Americas Offshore continues its rapid growth with US$301.7 million Brazil upstream acquisition
On 21 March 2024, Westlawn Americas Offshore (WAO) announced the acquisition of a non-operating 20% interest in the BS-4 concession from Enauta for US$301.7 million.…
Read MoreVaca Muerta wins markets in the region: Bolivia already imports oil from Neuquén
Andrés Armijos, head of LATAM at the Houston-based consulting firm Welligence Energy Analytics, confirmed that Bolivia has not been successful in its exploratory plans to…
Read MoreAustralia M&A | JERA increases Australian LNG exposure, as Woodside trims Scarborough stake
On 23 February 2024, Woodside announced that it has agreed to sell a 15.1% interest in its operated Scarborough JV to JERA, for US$1.4 billion.…
Read MoreBrazil Licensing | Latest bid round triggers rush for Pelotas Basin acreage
The ANP held its latest bid rounds on 13th December 2023, the 4th Concession Permanent Offer and the 2nd Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Permanent Offer.…
Read MoreArgentina’s new president promises energy shake-up
This issue extends into the political arena. Any proposed incentives aimed at fostering growth and investment in the Vaca Muerta must navigate the complexities of…
Read MoreArgentina Politics | Big promises – can Milei deliver his energy agenda?
This Sunday (10th December 2023), Javier Milei will take office as Argentina’s new president, and he has many plans for Argentina’s energy industry. ACCESS…
Read MoreVenezuela’s limited oil sanctions relief
Venezuelan supply “could add to the competition and result in heavier discounts for South American heavy crudes”, [Andres Armijos] continues.
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