Friday, November 22, 2024

Lebanon News

Source: Energean has loaded a new oil unit on a vessel off Israel

LONDON, October 25 - Energean added a second unit of oil production to a production vessel that is floating off Israel. This will boost the crude production by as much as two-thirds over the next few months, according to an industry source.

Prices for gas in Europe are rising amid geopolitical concerns and a weaker wind output

Dutch and British wholesale gas prices increased on Thursday morning, as the market awaited any possible escalation in the Middle East conflict and amid an increase in demand for gas due to weaker winds speeds.

Oil prices rise, recovering some of the 7% drop from last week

The oil prices increased on Monday as the Middle East conflict continued and markets were worried about the supply of crude from the region. Brent crude futures rose 58 cents or 0.79% to $73.63 per barrel at 11:02 am ET. ET (15:02 GMT). U.S.

After a 7% drop in a week, oil prices are on the rise again

The oil prices rose in Asian trading Monday after a drop of more than 7% last week due to concerns over demand in China, which is the world's largest oil importer. Also, there were fewer worries about possible supply disruptions in Middle East.

Oil prices stable after 7% drop in a week

Early trading on Monday saw oil prices stabilize after a drop of more than 7% last week due to concerns over demand in China, which is the world's largest oil importer. Also, there were fewer worries…

Prices of gas in Europe are falling due to a weaker demand and stronger forecast winds

Dutch and British wholesale price fell slightly on Friday morning due to continued high temperatures, lower demand and the expectation of higher wind output. LSEG data shows that the benchmark front…

Prices of gas in Europe are lower due to profit-taking and lower demand

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were lower on Tuesday morning due to profit-taking and after media reports that Israel was willing not strike Iranian oil targets. This eased concerns about a disruption in supply.

Prices for EUROPE GAS remain stable despite cooler temperatures and Middle East anxieties

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas rose slightly on Thursday morning, as demand increased due to the colder weather and reduced wind. However, the range remained tight as the market continued…

EUROPE GAS - Prices range amid geopolitical risks and strong inventories

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were not much changed on Wednesday. They traded in a narrow range amid high storage inventories, mild weather and geopolitical tensions. LSEG data revealed…

As tensions in the Middle East escalate, futures prices fall; employment data is on tap

U.S. Stock Index Futures fell on Wednesday, as geopolitical tensions and a port strike in the United States kept investors on edge before data that was expected to shed some light on the state of the economy and its monetary policy trajectory.

EUROPE GAS-Prices drop on profits and mild weather

Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas fell on Tuesday due to profit-taking after recent gains, a comfortable stock position and forecasts for mild weather. LSEG data show that the benchmark front…

The price of gasoline in Europe is rising due to concerns about Middle East tensions

Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas edged up on Monday morning due to concerns about the Middle East conflict escalation. Israel is increasing its attacks on Lebanon and Yemen. However, strong…

Libya's NOC Warns of Dangers at Oil Ports

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The chairman of Libya's National Oil Corp (NOC) on Saturday warned against the risk of a disaster at the country's oil ports due to a growing military presence with storage tanks held at capacity for…

Lebanon Postpones Offshore Licensing Round Again

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Lebanon has again postponed the deadline for the submissions of applications for its second offshore licensing round, citing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the decline in oil prices.Lebanon…

New Offshore Acreage Licensing to Drop 60% in 2020, Rystad says

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Newly licensed offshore oil and gas exploration acreage is likely to fall by about 60% and onshore acreage by 30% compared with 2019 levels, Rystad Energy has said, as the Norwegian energy market analytics…

Oil Jumps After US Kills Iran's Soleimani

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Oil prices jumped more than $3 on Friday after a U.S. air strike in Baghdad ordered by President Donald Trump killed the head of Iran's elite Quds Force, sparking concerns for an escalation of regional…

Lebanon Delays Petrol Tender

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Lebanon's energy ministry delayed a fuel tender by one week on Monday to allow for more competition as it seeks to stave off supply shortages during the worst economic crisis in decades.The ministry is trialing a state tender for 150…

KCA Deutag Names Elkhoury CEO

Drilling and engineering contractor KCA Deutag has appointed a new chief executive Joseph Elkhoury, as ­current boss Norrie McKay prepares to retire. McKay will remain with the group in an advisory capacity until December 31…

Lebanon Announces Offshore Blocks

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Lebanon announced on Friday five offshore blocks to be included in its coming bidding round for energy exploration and production licences, including four along disputed maritime borders.Offshore energy…

BP Partners with Eni For Exploring Oman Block

British multinational oil and gas company BP and Italian oil and gas giant ENI have signed a heads of agreement with the Ministry of Oil & Gas of Oman to explore Block 77 in central Oman.In addition…