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May 20, 2026
Former Cairn Energy CEO Simon Thomson has joined Alder as senior adviser, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience across the global oil and gas sector.
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May 19, 2026
The U.S. Senate has confirmed former Congressman Steve Pearce as director of the Bureau of Land Management, a move welcomed by oil and gas groups seeking expanded federal leasing and permitting activity.
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May 18, 2026
The African Energy Chamber has named Aliko Dangote its 2026 African Energy Person of the Year, recognizing his investments in refining, energy infrastructure and industrial development across Africa.
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May 15, 2026
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has appointed Pemex CFO Juan Carlos Carpio to lead the state oil company as the heavily indebted producer faces production declines, fiscal pressure and restructuring challenges.
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May 14, 2026
Decom Engineering has appointed Keith McDermott as chairman as the company expands its offshore decommissioning, subsea engineering and industrial cutting technology operations across global energy markets.
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May 07, 2026
Rex International has appointed upstream veteran Mike Hopkinson as COO as the company advances operations and prepares for additional drilling activity in Oman.
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May 06, 2026
Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian praised record Corpus Christi export activity and rising drilling momentum as Texas producers respond to supply disruptions tied to the Iran conflict.
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May 01, 2026
Occidental CEO Vicki Hollub will retire June 1, with COO Richard Jackson set to take over leadership.
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April 27, 2026
Reel Power Marine & Energy has appointed Guillermo Calderon as Director of Business Development for Marine Services, supporting growth across offshore and international markets.
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April
SBM Offshore’s Group Business Development director is very enthusiastic about the market ahead for FPSO construction and operation, given the plethora of deepwater projects expected, not only in established markets like Brazil, Guyana and West Africa, but in places like Suriname, Namibia and others.
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April
This year’s meeting will feature discussion of U.S. energy priorities, as well as a keynote address by fossil fuel advocate Alex Epstein.
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April 22, 2026
A new offshore industry report highlights innovation, workforce development and environmental performance, with NOIA pointing to growing adoption of digital tools and next-generation workforce programs.
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April 21, 2026
Mental health support is gaining traction as part of offshore HSE strategy, with new services expanding into the Middle East to support high-risk energy workforces.
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April
Editor-in-Chief Kurt Abraham weighs in on the Trump administration’s push to streamline offshore regulation, arguing the move could reduce bureaucracy and support U.S. development—while broader industry signals point to cautious optimism amid ongoing global uncertainty.
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April 17, 2026
Texas upstream employment slipped early this year, but hiring demand remains strong, with more than 8,500 job postings in February, according to TIPRO.
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April 17, 2026
Energy NL has appointed a new board of directors following its AGM, with leadership set to guide Newfoundland and Labrador’s offshore energy sector and local industry participation.
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April 14, 2026
bp CEO Meg O’Neill is restructuring the company to simplify operations and return to a traditional upstream and downstream model, as the company seeks to improve performance.
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April 12, 2026
President Trump said the U.S. will move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks, raising major risks to global oil and LNG flows through the critical energy chokepoint.
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February 16, 2026
AFBE-UK will host a career roadshow in Aberdeen connecting STEM students and early-career professionals with energy sector employers, including operators and service companies.
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March 31, 2026
The Energy Workforce & Technology Council has named its 2026–2027 board of directors, with new leadership focused on strengthening the oilfield services workforce, advancing technology and supporting operational performance as the sector responds to rising energy demand.
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March 31, 2026
Chevron has appointed a new chief health, safety and environment (HSE) officer and reassigned leadership across key refinery operations, as the company reinforces its focus on operational performance, safety and reliability across its global upstream and downstream portfolio.
