Regional News: United States

Friday, May 17, 2013 Oil futures rise to a one-week high, as broader markets rally on positive US economic data.

Friday, May 17, 2013 The Obama administration clears the way for broader natural gas exports by approving a $10B facility in Texas, a milestone in the US transition into a major supplier of energy for world markets.

Friday, May 17, 2013 Two companies instrumental in selling LNG and LPG produced in the U.S. view the Panama Canal expansion as a means of reaching more customers.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 Apache shareholders didn't approve the energy company's executive compensation plan for 2012 at its annual meeting, making their displeasure with the company's performance known.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 Crude-oil futures prices settle higher, climbing on hopes for rising demand as the peak summer gasoline demand season approaches.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 Hess settles a months-long proxy fight hours before a shareholder vote, agreeing to name three directors backed by dissident hedge fund Elliott Management Corp.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 The Department of Interior seeks comments on the updated rule that would govern hydraulic fracturing on US federal and Indian lands.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 The US Senate confirmed Ernest Moniz, a nuclear physicist who has lauded the US natural gas boom, as the next US Energy Secretary.

Thursday, May 16, 2013 Transocean reports downtime for its drilling fleet but inks several new contracts for its rigs.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Crude-oil futures end a turbulent session little changed, after a report shows an unexpected drop in US oil stockpiles but also points to sliding gasoline demand.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 AmericaCNG will begin rolling out in September mobile plants that will allow producers to monetize their natural gas liquids and convert methane production to LNG or CNG.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Policy makers in Washington should know that finding ways to expanded production on the OCS does not mean they are shirking their responsibilities to provide oversight.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 ConocoPhillips CEO Ryan Lance tells shareholders that the company's long-awaited production growth rebound will begin by the end of this year.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 A recruiter tells Rigzone that an uptick in deepwater activity has contributed to a marked increase in demand for riser, drilling and completion engineers worldwide.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 US crude oil futures fall for a fourth straight Tuesday, shedding 1% to settle at a two-week low of $94.21 a barrel on worries over high inventory and sluggish demand.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Dejour Energy reaches total depth of 8130 feet in the Federal 6-7-15-21, the fourth and final well in the current Kokopelli drill program.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Existing offshore innovations are increasingly being re-purposed for greater depths, mature wells and even land rigs, OTC exhibitors tell Rigzone.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Hess says it is prepared to add two of Elliott Management Corp.'s nominees to the energy company's board after the dissident hedge fund scrapped an unorthodox bonus plan.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Oil futures settle lower for the third straight session, weighed by concerns over weakening demand in China and robust global production.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Shale oil production could reduce global oil prices and boost the global economy, but its impact will vary by country, according to a PwC study.

Friday, May 10, 2013 Crude-oil futures fall on a stronger US dollar and new indications of sluggish global fuel demand.

Friday, May 10, 2013 An investigation is underway into an explosion of an oil tank at a Newfield Exploration Co. site in Uintah County, Utah.

Friday, May 10, 2013 Expro is celebrating its 40th anniversary at this year's Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston by showcasing its investment in new technology and innovation.

Friday, May 10, 2013 Hess says CEO John Hess will step down as board chairman, a move to address criticism of its board days before shareholders choose 5 new directors from rival slates.

Friday, May 10, 2013 Pennington successfully carries out a recompletion of the Crown Paper #1 well.

Friday, May 10, 2013 The next wave of oil and gas engineers shared some of the spotlight at this year's OTC, when GE highlighted its latest student survey results during the GE Oil & Gas Young Engineer Panel.

Friday, May 10, 2013 Women's Energy Network (WEN) is forming a new chapter focused on South Texas.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 Apache's first-quarter earnings fell 10% on lower commodity prices as the oil-and-gas explorer and producer also unveiled a plan to divest itself of $4B in assets by year's end.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 BSEE Director James Watson and US Coast Guard Rear Admiral Joseph Servidio announce a new Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)to strengthen the working relationship between the two agencies.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 Attendance at the 2013 OTC reached a 30-year high of 104,800, the second highest in show history and up 17 percent from last year.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 Due to recent events, BLM has delayed oil and natural gas leasing in California.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 Nostra Terra announces a progress update on the High Plain Prospect, located in Texas.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 QEP Resources Inc.'s newly formed master limited partnership has filed for an initial public offering worth up to $400 million.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 US crude oil futures end weaker but above the day's lows, while refined products futures hit one-month highs on hopes of a coming improvement in the economy of the world's biggest oil consumer.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Daybreak Oil and Gas announces the results of the first well in the initiation of a six well drilling program at the East Slopes Project in Kern County, California.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Crude-oil futures settle at a one-month high after a report shows US oil stockpiles rose less than expected last week.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Apache announces updated well results from drilling in the Tonkawa and Granite Wash formations of the Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 ATR is seeking potential acquisitions at the world's largest oil show in Houston this week at the 2013 Offshore Technology Conference.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 ConocoPhillips executive believes that key ingredients that brought about the shale gas revolution in North America are missing in countries like China and India.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Amid the global offshore drilling boom, oil and gas companies look to hire more employees, focusing on experienced professionals and rig workers.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Four weeks on the job, Secretary Sally Jewel visits OTC to discuss the department's plans for the oil and gas industry.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Several GE business units are showcasing their latest products and services for the offshore sector at the 2013 Offshore Technology Conference.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization has no plans to increase its presence in the Arctic, Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen says.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Transocean's 1Q profit soars as the offshore-oil driller benefits from a year-earlier comparison that included significant impairment and discontinued-operations losses.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Caterpillar Global Petroleum announces that the Cat C280-16 generator sets with an increased power rating have been selected by Jurong Shipyard to power the Moss Maritime designed CS60 West Rigel.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 GE Oil & Gas announces it is launching its next-generation SeaONYX blowout preventer (BOP) surface control system and operator interface at the 2013 OTC.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Marathon Oil Corp.'s first-quarter earnings fell 8.2% as the energy company set aside more for income taxes, masking revenue growth.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Oil and gas operators face a tougher US regulatory regime as new safety rules are implemented, but the rules are seen as necessary for improving safety and the industry's image.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Oil and gas recruiters focus on how to attract and retain the upcoming Generation Y as the older workforce retires.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Saudi Aramco announces the opening of three research centers in the United States with Houston named one of the cities to house a new facility focused on upstream research.