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SNGN Romgaz SA and OMV Petrom SA have launched development drilling in the Neptun Deep gas block on Romania’s side of the Black Sea, expecting to start production 2027. At its peak Neptun Deep will add 8 billion cubic meters (282.52 billion cubic feet) a year to Romania’s natural gas production, according to the partners. They are undertaking the project as 50-50 co-venturers. OMV Petrom, majority-owned by Austria’s state-backed OMV Group with investment from the Romanian state, and Romania’s majority state-owned Romgaz peg their investment in the project at up to EUR 4 billion ($4.3 billion). “By developing this project,…
Throughout my tenure at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC), there existed a beloved tradition among my colleagues: when a coworker prepared to embark on a new journey or venture beyond KSC, it was customary for the team to commemorate the occasion with a thoughtfully selected gift — a stunning photograph or two from our time there. These images were often meticulously matted, framed, and signed, serving as a keepsake of shared memories and a symbol of the camaraderie built in an environment dedicated to exploration and innovation. Among these sentimental gifts, one photograph now holds a prominent place on my…
Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora described how agentic artificial intelligence technology comes with cybersecurity challenges in a Tuesday interview with CNBC’s Jim Cramer. Arora pointed to robotaxi company Waymo as an example of how autonomous self-driving agents illustrate a new, more physical, iteration of AI beyond generative technology.”Giving it arms and legs is kind of the next frontier,” the CEO said of agentic AI. “You get into Waymo, you just gave AI arms and legs — you let it decide where to turn, when to stop, how fast to drive and how to get you from point A to…
Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by Endress+Hauser. The popularity of this podcast is due to its variety of guests and topics. This show is no exception as you will never guess what the discussion is when Russell interviews Dave Levitt, Sr. VP, Worldwide Sales Liquidframeworks, a Servicemax company. Listen and find out. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-levitt-0685541Website: https://liquidframeworks.com/fieldfx/ More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events…
In this episode, Erika Gwilt, a serious injury and fatality analyst at DEKRA, discusses the company’s century-long commitment to safety across various industries, particularly in oil and gas. She emphasizes the importance of behavior-based safety initiatives, leadership responsibility in safety culture, and the need for proactive measures to prevent serious incidents and fatalities. The conversation also highlights the significance of data analysis in understanding safety risks and the necessity of human insight in safety assessments. A case study on H2S gas safety measures illustrates DEKRA’s comprehensive approach to safety management. Episode Links Contact Erika Gwilt via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erika-gwilt-ab63609 Company Website:…
In this conversation, Russell interviews Tracey McTague, OFT Country Manager USA & Canada | Oil & Gas Finder Technology with Onirik, an Australian company specializing in satellite technology for oil and gas exploration. She highlights the innovative Oil Finder Technology (OFT) that significantly reduces exploration time and costs while minimizing environmental impact and worker safety exposure. Tracey also shares her extensive background in health and safety within the oil and gas industry, emphasizing the need for family safety training in expatriate environments. Episode Links Contact Tracey McTague via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/traceymctague Company Website: www.onirik.com.au Onirik and Oilfield Network News (ONN): https://www.linkedin.com/posts/oilfieldnetworknews_oilfield-network-news-january-2025-activity-7289772010019176450-H8bR/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAD4DJqEBJAowOaZ6Us5Ad84yWuX-G1ENV8Q…
VelocityEHS® has announced the publication of three scientific papers on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in workplace safety and sustainability. These papers, published in the journals Ergonomics; International Journal of Data Warehousing and Mining; and Heliyon, showcase VelocityEHS’ innovative in ergonomics risk assessment, ESG data management, and Chemical Safety. Advancements in Ergonomics Risk Assessment The first paper, NLP-based Ergonomics MSD Risk Root Cause Analysis and Risk Controls Recommendation, published in Ergonomics and authored by Pulkit Parikh, PhD., Julia Penfield, PhD., Richard Barker, CPE, CSP, Blake McGowan, CPE, and James Richard Mallon, CPE, presents an AI-powered framework that utilizes…
In 2024, the U.S. saw an increase in expectations for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting. Regulatory frameworks continue to evolve and change as well as investor expectations, and organizations are focusing on transparency when it comes to ESG disclosures. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and metrics, including greenhouse gas emissions, climate-related financial risks and transition plans. These new rules will have a significant impact on ESG reporting in the U.S. as companies incur additional costs from implementing new technologies and restructuring reporting processes, while also facing greater investor scrutiny…
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Oil and gas executives who took part in the Dallas Fed’s latest energy survey are not holding back on criticism of the Trump administration. Source link