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Cracking the Fracking Code: Efficient Approaches to Optimize Wellbores

Technology and process innovations improve operational efficiencies even as companies scramble for greener fracking solutions.

‘Too Many’ Players: Oilfield Services Feel Permian M&A Crunch—Dallas Fed

After a historic run of E&P consolidation, oilfield services and equipment providers in the Permian are competing to woo a dwindling number of upstream customers, according to the second-quarter Dallas Fed Energy Survey.

Surge of Longer Lateral Drilling to Enhance Reservoir Recovery

With energy demand growing, operators look to supply hydrocarbons by drilling longer wells.

E&P Highlights: June 17, 2024

Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, including Woodside’s Sangomar project reaching first oil and TotalEnergies divesting from Brunei.

E&P Highlights: June 4, 2024

Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, with new contracts awarded and larger commitments made for oil and gas exploration in South Korea and Australia.

Weatherford, Equinor Extend Completions, Slot Recovery Agreement

Weatherford’s technology will provide Equinor with simplified downhole architecture, cost savings and remote monitoring.

E&P Highlights: May 28, 2024

Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, including production start up at a field using an innovative emissions reduction technology.

Tech Trends, OTC Edition: Drills & Bits

In this month’s Tech Trends, which takes place at the 2024 Offshore Technology Conference, new drilling technologies are on display as well as other bits that ensure efficient operations.

Petrobras' Pioneering Tech Powers Decades-long, 2.9 Bboe Production

From discovery to revitalization, the deepwater Marlim Field offshore Brazil has driven development of technology while delivering more than 2.9 Bboe. 

Haynesville’s Harsh Drilling Conditions Forge Tougher Tech

The Haynesville Shale’s high temperatures and tough rock have caused drillers to evolve, advancing technology that benefits the rest of the industry, experts said.