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Energy M&A Apr 24, 2026
SLB to acquire S&P Global upstream software, advancing AI-driven subsurface strategy
SLB has agreed to acquire S&P Global Energy’s upstream software portfolio, expanding its digital subsurface and AI capabilities for U.S. shale and unconventional workflows.
Iran war, U.S. court’s tariff ruling delays India trade deal — but a bigger risk lies ahead
A delay in signing a trade deal with the U.S. would be expensive for India, as it could be exposed to the risk of higher tariffs under the Section 301 probe.
New JV targets deepwater exploration in Guinea-Bissau offshore blocks
A new joint venture between PetroGuin and Tender Oil and Gas will advance seismic work and exploration in Guinea-Bissau’s deepwater offshore blocks, signaling renewed investor interest in the basin.
Ecopetrol to acquire stake in Brazil’s Brava Energia, targets controlling interest
Ecopetrol has agreed to acquire a stake in Brazil’s Brava Energia and plans a tender offer to secure a controlling interest, expanding its upstream portfolio and production base.
bp shareholders reject key proposals amid pressure to boost upstream focus
bp saw shareholder pushback at its AGM as investors raised concerns over strategy and performance, while the company continues to refocus on oil and gas operations.
Dallas Fed: Executives see prolonged Hormuz disruption, modest U.S. supply gains
Dallas Fed survey data show executives expect months of continued Hormuz disruption, higher shipping costs and only modest U.S. production gains as the industry navigates ongoing geopolitical risk.
EIV Capital raises $1.1 billion for upstream, energy infrastructure investments
EIV Capital has raised $1.1 billion across new funds targeting U.S. upstream oil and gas assets and energy infrastructure, signaling continued investor focus on domestic energy development.
U.S. boards Iranian oil supertanker in Indian Ocean amid sanctions crackdown
U.S. forces have boarded another Iranian-linked supertanker, signaling a wider reach for its blockade as oil shipments attempt to move beyond the Gulf.
Well-Safe Solutions wins Forties Field decommissioning contract
Well-Safe Solutions was awarded a multi-year contract by Apache North Sea Limited to decommission platform and subsea wells across the Forties Field in the North Sea. Work is scheduled to begin in 2026, with Well-Safe Solutions leading project management, well and subsurface engineering, and offshore delivery across both platform and subsea wells. The company noted...
Helix and Hornbeck combine to form deepwater offshore services leader
Helix Energy Solutions and Hornbeck Offshore Services will combine in an all-stock deal to create an integrated deepwater offshore services company with expanded vessel and subsea capabilities.
Oil majors boost exploration as 300-billion-barrel supply gap looms
Major oil companies are increasing deepwater exploration investment as the industry faces a 300-billion-barrel supply gap by 2050, according to new analysis from Wood Mackenzie.
How the Iran war has stoked competition between India and China for Russian oil
As the Iran war drags on and the Strait of Hormuz stays shut, India and China are increasingly competing against each other for shrinking crude oil supplies.
NOIA report highlights offshore innovation, workforce development trends
A new offshore industry report highlights innovation, workforce development and environmental performance, with NOIA pointing to growing adoption of digital tools and next-generation workforce programs.
Valeura charters jackup rig for multi-year drilling campaign in Gulf of Thailand
Valeura has chartered a jackup drilling rig for a three-year term to support development and exploration drilling across its Gulf of Thailand assets through 2029.