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The First Oil Well in the World – Bibi Heybat

Aresco

This ancient oil field is widely regarded as the location of the first mechanically drilled oil well in the world, predating Drake’s well by several years. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Baku had become the beating heart of global oil production , producing more than half of the world’s oil by 1901.

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Petrovietnam, JV Partners Sign PSC for Vietnam Block

Rigzone

Image by pavalena via iStock Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) and its joint venture partners have signed a product sharing contract (PSC) for Block 15-1 on the southern continental shelf of Vietnam. The asset is one of the few blocks in Viernam that contains large-scale commercial oil and gas fields. percent, SK Group holds 7.2

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The Iberian green industrial opportunity: Carbon capture and storage

McKinsey

Including GVA from the manufacture of chemicals and chemical products, the manufacture of basic metals, and the estimated GVA in the cement and lime industry within the other nonmetallic mineral products sector in 2022 for Portugal and Spain. For example, the cement industry relies on the calcination process for cement production.

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MOL discovers new oil field in Western Hungary

Oil & Gas 360º

(World Oil) –MOL has discovered a new oil field near Somogysmson in Western Hungary. During the exploration drilling carried out in December 2024, oil was found at a depth of 1,250 meters. We will continue our investments and will do our utmost to maintain and, if possible, increase production.

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EIA forecasts Alaska crude oil production will grow in 2026 for the first time since 2017

Oil & Gas 360º

Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecast crude oil production in Alaska will increase by 16,000 barrels per day (bpd) in 2026 to 438,000 bpd after remaining relatively flat in 2025. Two new oil developments in Alaska the Nuna and Pikka projects are expected to boost crude oil production in the state after decades of decline.

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IBBC Conference: Iraq Prioritises Gas Investment to Boost Growth

Iraq Business News: Oil & Gas

Achieving self-sufficiency in diesel and kerosene production. Abdul Ghani emphasized Iraq's strategy of integrated projects, linking oil production, gas utilization, power generation, refining, and petrochemical industries. On renewable energy, Iraq has secured commitments for 8,000 MW of solar power at oil field sites.

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AI in Oil and Gas – A Game-Changer for Efficiency and Profitability

Aresco

AI-powered technologies are enabling companies to optimize operations, enhance oil and gas exploration, and prevent costly disruptions. AI-Driven Exploration: Unlocking New Potential Oil and gas exploration has always been a high-stakes endeavor, requiring extensive research, testing, and investment.

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