UK Corporate Strategy | Apache exiting the North Sea – the tip of the iceberg?
Apache is planning to prematurely cease production at its two operated hubs, Beryl and Forties, and exit the UK North Sea by 2030. This is…
Read MoreWelligence Mexico Corporate | Debunking the myth: why Pemex’s future depends on portfolio optimization, not fiscal reform
Pemex’s fiscal regime is more favorable than often perceived, with its higher fixed profit share compensating for cost recovery limitations across most assets. ACCESS…
Read MoreWelligence Global Benchmarking | Benchmarking the Majors’ deepwater portfolios – who is well positioned for the long-term?
Deepwater is a core part of the upstream playbook for the Majors, even in a low-carbon future. On average, it accounts for around 20%…
Read MoreUS Alaska M&A | ConocoPhillips consolidates Alaska portfolio by acquiring Chevron’s stakes in certain fields
In October 2024, ConocoPhillips announced the acquisition of a package of assets in Alaska from Chevron for US$300 million – a 4.9% stake in…
Read MoreWelligence Global Corporate | A (successful) tale of two stories – what’s next for Galp?
Galp has had an excellent start to 2024, announcing the offshore Namibia Mopane discovery, the largest deepwater find globally in the last 12 months. The…
Read MoreNorway | What next for Vår Energi after Neptune Energy Norge takeover?
Following the takeover of Neptune Energy Norge, the report explores Vår’s announced strategy and potential paths to meet its announced targets. ACCESS PDF
Read MoreWelligence CCUS | Harbour Energy’s acquisition of Wintershall Dea creates a European CCS powerhouse?
The combination of Harbour Energy and Wintershall Dea will create a major CCS player. Harbour will increase its net CCS acreage in the North Sea…
Read MoreWelligence Energy Transition | The Petrobras Paradox: Can output be increased while pursuing decarbonization goals?
Petrobras has made ambitious and comprehensive energy transition targets. It aims to maintain an upstream emissions intensity of 15 kgCO2e/boe between 2025 and 2030 and…
Read MoreGabon M&A | Maurel & Prom becomes Gabon’s top onshore producer with Assala Energy acquisition
On 15 August 2023, Maurel & Prom (M&P) announced the acquisition of Carlyle’s entire holdings in Gabonese onshore player, Assala Energy, for US$730 million. The…
Read MoreWelligence MENA M&A | bp and ADNOC make bid for NewMed Energy
On 28 March 2023, bp announced a joint bid with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) to acquire 50% of NewMed Energy. ACCESS PDF
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