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The Economic Impact of Oil and Gas in Texas

Texron Operating

This article aims to delve into the extensive economic imprint left by this industry in Texas, shedding light on its vibrant history, philanthropic contributions, and looming challenges. The legacy of oil extraction in Texas dates to 1866, when the first commercial well was drilled close to what we now know as Corsicana.

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What It’s Like To Work On An Offshore Oil Rig

Drillers

Working on an offshore oil rig or platform is a unique experience Note: In this article, we’ll use the word ‘rig’ and ‘platform’ almost interchangeably, but a rig does the drilling, and a platform does the pumping. The Derrick hands are responsible for the drilling mud and the mud pumps.

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

The plaintiff in Endeavor Marine worked on a moored derrick barge on the Mississippi River. Privacy Policy: By subscribing to Liskow & Lewis’ E-Communications, you will receive articles and blogs with insight and analysis of legal issues that may impact your industry. 3d 287 (5th Cir. 2000) (per curiam) and Naquin v.

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

The plaintiff in Endeavor Marine worked on a moored derrick barge on the Mississippi River. Privacy Policy: By subscribing to Liskow & Lewis’ E-Communications, you will receive articles and blogs with insight and analysis of legal issues that may impact your industry. 3d 287 (5th Cir. 2000) (per curiam) and Naquin v.

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Made In The Permian Basin

Permian Basin Oil and Gas Magazine

Derrick Black Recently I toured OSIs manufacturing facility in Odessa with Derrick Black, who oversees the firm’s Business Development department. As we weave between CNC machines, lathes, and racks of completed parts, Derrick assures me that things are only getting better, The future of OSI is the future of the Basin.

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