ENB Pub Note: Doug Sheridan writes on LinkedIn the following, and he is spot on. And as the subtitle suggests, \”Turley\’s Law\” has been proven accurate in the past, and we will have to look at modifications as the world needs more oil and gas. The overall premise was that the more money spent on […]
Continue ReadingTrump’s plan to impose a 25% tariff on Indian imports over its Russian crude purchases puts India in a dilemma between preserving $87B in U.S. exports or saving billions through discounted oil. India signals it won’t bow to U.S. pressure, prioritizing cheap Russian crude to keep export goods competitive and avoid a potential $20B jump […]
Continue ReadingNorway, Europe\’s leading natural gas supplier, is gearing up for its most significant oil and gas licensing round in years, signaling a renewed push to bolster exploration and production amid ongoing global energy demands. The Norwegian government has announced preparations for the 26th licensing round, focusing on frontier areas unexplored since 2021, with invitations for […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold yet controversial move, the UK government under Prime Minister Keir Starmer is intensifying its commitment to Net Zero emissions by clamping down on North Sea oil production. Through a combination of elevated taxes, stringent environmental regulations, and a deliberate shift toward wind and solar energy, the administration aims to accelerate the transition […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Trump’s Nuclear Energy Overhaul Sparks Unfounded Alarms over Safety August 3, 2025 Clark Savage In a bold move to revitalize America’s energy sector, President Donald Trump has unveiled ambitious plans to quadruple U.S. nuclear power capacity by 2050, targeting an addition of 300 GW of new nuclear energy. This […] Net Zero […]
Continue ReadingThe Association of Average Adjusters (AAA) has issued a warning to the maritime sector, highlighting the growing legal ambiguity around insurance claims involving vessel groundings linked to GPS spoofing. In a new discussion paper, the AAA warns that cyber exclusion clauses increasingly found in hull & machinery (H&M) policies—most notably the LMA5403 clause—could leave shipowners […]
Continue ReadingThe Panama Ship Registry has become the first flag in the world to implement stricter controls and mandatory traceability for offshore ship-to-ship (STS) transfers of hydrocarbons. Non-compliance—depending on its severity—may lead to the cancellation of a vessel’s Panamanian registration. The regulation requires all Panamanian-flagged oil tankers with a gross tonnage of 150 or more to […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-volatile world of energy, the oil and gas sector is facing a paradoxical challenge: rig counts remain stubbornly low, hovering near three-year lows, even as global demand continues to push boundaries. As of August 2025, the global rig count stands at approximately 1,633 active rigs, a figure that reflects ongoing caution among producers […]
Continue ReadingNorwegian authorities will require foreign-flagged tankers operating within the country’s economic zone to disclose their insurance arrangements starting August 11. The new rule, announced by Norway’s coastal administration, is part of a broader push to enhance maritime safety and environmental protection amid mounting concerns over the growing presence of shadow tankers in northern European waters. […]
Continue ReadingIn the evolving landscape of global energy geopolitics, India is pushing back against Western pressures with a compelling economic narrative. As the United States and European Union intensify sanctions on nations engaging with Russian energy exports, India has emerged as a key player, ramping up its imports of discounted Russian crude oil and other commodities. […]
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