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Established in 1996, Offshore Technology, incorporating sister publication World Expro, is a procurement and reference portal providing a one-stop-shop for professionals and decision makers within the worldwide upstream oil and gas industry. We provide a comprehensive breakdown of offshore equipment manufacturers, contractors and suppliers, up-to-date news and press releases, white papers and detailed information on current industry projects and trends. The Offshore newsletter details the latest upstream industry developments, and our oil and gas recruitment area provides career information and the latest job vacancies in the field. www.offshore-technology.com is a product of Kable. Copyright 2017 Kable, a trading division of Kable Intelligence Limited. Source
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Search ArticlesOil and gas buyer’s guide for private cellular networks
Private 5G cellular networks for oil and gas. Credit via Shutterstock. The oil and gas industry is at a crossroads. Amidst the challenges of enhancing operational efficiency, productivity, worker safety and cybersecurity, there’s a simultaneous need to minimize environmental impact. This task is further complicated by a scarcity of skilled labor, limited access to capital, and geopolitical uncertainties, all introducing unpredictable risks beyond the industy’s control.
The future of asset management
Prevent downtime and maximize performance through private networks. Credit via Shutterstock. In the energy and natural resources sector, disruptions and productivity losses can severely impact capital investments, workforce efficiency, and equipment lifespan. Hazardous environments—whether in oil and gas, mining, or wind energy—expose equipment to constant risks of malfunction and damage, threatening operational continuity. With digital transformation, asset management is evolving.
Transforming the energy sector
Energy and natural resources driving efficient operations through digital transformation. Credit via Shutterstock. As digital transformation accelerates, the energy sector is embracing new ways to streamline operations, improve safety and boost productivity. Private cellular network solutions are bringing the promise of industrial digitalization to life, enabling autonomous and virtualized remote operations across energy and natural resources.
Strategic readiness assessment
Smart oil field maturity assessment. Credit via Shutterstock. As the energy sector accelerates its digital transformation, smart oil fields—driven by real-time data, automation, and advanced analytics—are unlocking new levels of efficiency, safety, and operational performance. Achieving this requires a resilient, industrial-grade network foundation; without it, digital operations stall and production risks escalate.
Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) Project, Virginia, US
The Mountain Valley Pipeline runs 487.6km between West Virginia and Virginia, US. Credit: Malachi Jacobs/Shutterstock.com. Construction of the pipeline system commenced in February 2018. Credit: Malachi Jacobs/Shutterstock.com. The pipeline can deliver up to 2bcf/d of natural gas. Credit: Malachi Jacobs/Shutterstock.com. The Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) is a 303-mile (487.6km)-long natural gas pipeline project between West Virginia and Virginia in the US.
New episode: Q&A with Sweden’s nuclear power chief
Sweden’s nuclear landscape has done a 180-turn in recent years, moving from plans for a phase-out now to ambitions for an expansion. The government has lifted the reactor cap, opened new sites and introduced measures to accelerate investments and deployments. The country’s nuclear roadmap now includes adding at least 2.5GW of capacity by 2035 and the equivalent of 10 new reactors by 2045.
US continues to be a major driver of global ethylene demand Original
Global ethylene demand continues to grow, reflecting the essential role of this petrochemical in producing plastics, packaging, and other everyday materials. The US is a key country that plays a leading role in driving global ethylene demand, second only to China. For instance, in 2026, the US ethylene demand is projected to reach approximately 36.78 million tonnes per annum (mtpa), which translates to a 18% share of the worldwide demand.
China to be at the forefront of global propylene demand in 2026 Original
The global propylene market has posted steady growth in recent years and is forecasted to grow significantly at a CAGR of 2.4% over 2026 to 2030. Polypropylene, a thermoplastic polymer of propylene, accounts for over 70% of propylene’s end use globally, as it finds extensive application in consumer goods, automotive parts, packaging, and high-value new materials.
Oil and gas contracts activity drops in 2025
Global oil and gas contracts activity reported a decrease of 12% in the number of contracts from 6,993 in 2024 to 6,188 in 2025. The total disclosed contract value also decreased, from $193.5bn in 2024 to $139.8bn in 2025. Stability, despite intermittent dips, is being underpinned by robust contributions from several high-value awards secured by leading contractors.
Qatargas I LNG Plant, Ras Laffan, Qatar
The Qatargas I LNG plant has been in operation since 1997. Credit: Matthew Smith @ Flickr/commons.wikimedia.org. The LNG plant is located in Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar. Credit: NASA/commons.wikimedia.org. The Qatargas I LNG plant in Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar comprises liquefied natural gas (LNG) Trains 1, 2 and 3. It is owned and operated by QatarEnergy LNG N(1), a unit of QatarEnergy LNG, which operates a total of 14 LNG trains at Ras Laffan Industrial City.