Business Briefs

Courtesy Eco (Atlantic) Oil and Gas Ltd.
Map of PL001 and Sea Lion Development
PL001 is adjacent to the planned Sea Lion development project in the North Falkland Basin.
March 9, 2026
Courtesy ExRobotics
Screenshot of ExR-2.5 inspection robot carrying out its programmed inspection
March 9, 2026
Courtesy Charge Offshore
offshore charging
March 6, 2026
Courtesy Yokogawa / ANYbotics
ANYmal robot undertaking gas leak detection in the field
March 6, 2026
Courtesy Kongsberg Maritime
Kongsberg Maritime, Seadrill, and Hanwha to develop remote DP technology
March 4, 2026
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CEO succession conceptualization
March 4, 2026
Courtesy Petronas' "PETRONAS Group Financial Results Announcement Year Ended 31 December 2025" presentation
Petronas offshore operations
March 4, 2026
Courtesy Sonardyne
Observer monitoring system for real-time integrity management of subsea infrastructure
March 3, 2026
Courtesy Panoro Energy
Map: offshore Equatorial Guinea
March 2, 2026

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Courtesy Brava Energia
FPSO Atlanta
OTC’s Distinguished Achievement Award for Companies recognizes Brava Energia’s execution of the Atlanta deepwater project, transforming a once “undrillable” field into a benchmark...
Feb. 27, 2026
Courtesy Harbour Energy LinkedIn
Harbour Energy completes acquisition of LLOG Exploration
The $3.2-billion acquisition marks Harbour’s entry into the Gulf of Mexico.
Feb. 12, 2026
Courtesy Valaris Limited LinkedIn
VALARIS DS-12 drillship
The merger creates a 73‑rig global fleet and more than $200 million in projected cost synergies as the companies prepare for a multi‑year offshore upcycle.
Feb. 9, 2026
Courtesy BW Energy's "Fourth quarter and full year 2025" presentation
Maromba rig at yard in Dubai
Operator BW Energy is preparing fresh drilling and appraisal activity as it continues major offshore developments worldwide.
Feb. 5, 2026
Courtesy Shell LinkedIn
Shell Brasil operations
Shell agreed to sell a 20% stake in the Santos Basin presalt project to KUFPEC, enhancing collaboration between the companies while remaining the project's operator.
Feb. 4, 2026
Courtesy Tenaris
Tenaris to supply line pipe, other services for Sakarya gas project offshore Turkey
The contract calls for the delivery of 22,700 tons of seamless pipes for flowlines and 87,800 tons of welded pipes for a 180-km export pipeline.
Feb. 4, 2026

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New appointments and promotions
This compilation highlights the offshore energy industry's latest C-suite, executive management and board of director appointments as well as recent M&A deals and joint ventures...
Feb. 2, 2026
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New CEOs named in 2026
Leadership transitions reflect a strategic reshaping across the offshore energy sector.
Jan. 7, 2026
Courtesy bp
Meg O’Neill will serve as the next CEO of bp, effective April 1, 2026.
Murray Auchincloss has stepped down as CEO and director of the bp's board. As a result, Meg O’Neill has been selected as the next CEO, effective April 1, 2026.
Dec. 18, 2025
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Crowd of business professionals walking in similar direction
This update provides the latest in senior appointments, promotions, retirements, company news and more across the offshore oil and gas and offshore renewables sectors.
Oct. 3, 2025
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offshore energy companies make leadership changes
New CEOs and leaders at Tullow Oil, Adura Energy, Panoro Energy and Meren Energy bring extensive experience in upstream oil and gas, LNG projects and offshore production.
Sept. 10, 2025
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People in business attire walking.
This update provides the latest in senior appointments, promotions, retirements, company news and more across the offshore oil and gas and offshore renewables sectors.
June 30, 2025

Equipment Engineering

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AI computer software
Expanded open‑source patent protections support long‑term reliability, multi‑vendor integration and remote operations across offshore facilities using Yokogawa’s OpreX platforms...
Feb. 27, 2026
Courtesy Woodside Energy's LinkedIn
offshore Scarborough Energy Project
Woodside is considering adding further subsea facilities following a strong production performance in 2025.
Feb. 25, 2026
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offshore drone inspection
Terra Inspectioneering CTO Steven Verver explains how remote ultrasonic testing, aerial inspection systems and continuous data streams are redefining risk, cost and compliance...
Feb. 18, 2026
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Offshore vessel
Offshore operations are evolving from static forecasts to dynamic, real-time environmental intelligence, enabling better planning, vessel motion assessment, and risk management...
Feb. 13, 2026
Courtesy Cegal
Tenaz Energy's Dutch North Sea offshore asset
Cegal successfully executed a rapid IT and OT transition for Tenaz Energy, managing the migration of 1.6 PB of data and onboarding personnel to support the operator’s offshore...
Feb. 11, 2026
Courtesy ABB
Dogger Bank C substation at dock
ABB delivered a scope of work for the offshore and onshore substations for the Dogger Bank offshore wind project, enabling remote operation and reducing offshore personnel needs...
Feb. 10, 2026