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Canada’s Oil Sands Production Set for Record High in 2025

This year, production is set for a record annual average of 3.5 million bpd, up by 5% compared to the 2024 output, while oil sands volumes are expected to top 3.9 million bpd by 2030, per S&P Global Commodity Insights. The projection for 2030 is 500,000 bpd higher compared to the 2024 production level and is 100,000 bpd – or almost 3% — higher compared to the previous 10-year outlook.

SLB partners with Cactus to advance autonomous drilling solutions

Under the agreement, Cactus will build on its current use of SLB’s Precise™ automated drilling control systems by integrating DrillSync™, SLB’s automated controls platform and software suite. These technologies will work together to improve drilling efficiency, increase equipment utilization and provide real-time data insights for better execution.

Monumental Energy Restarts Production at Copper Moki Well in NZ

“The Copper Moki wells have demonstrated exceptional reservoir performance, with cumulative production approaching one million barrels of oil to date”, said Monumental vice president for corporate development Max Sali. “The successful recompletion of CM-2 – including the perforation of three new intervals – is expected to significantly enhance output. We anticipate strong flush volumes and reservoir recharge, further validating the productivity of the Mt. Messenger formation.

Trump Says Israel, Iran Reached Ceasefire

Many questions remain, including the state of Iran’s uranium stockpile and whether any ceasefire will lead to discussions about Tehran’s nuclear program. The Islamic Republic, which has denied it’s seeking an atomic weapon, has refused to give up the right to enrich uranium, a condition the US has insisted upon.

Iberdrola to Power Renfe through Onshore Wind

“With this agreement with Renfe, we can highlight electrification without emissions in transport, which is responsible for more than a third of all energy consumed in our country. Partnerships such as this one are essential to support the development of a renewable electricity mix. The PPAs, through their different modalities, are a key tool for customers who want to secure renewable energy at a fixed, long-term price”, David Martínez, director for clients in Spain at Iberdrola, said in a media release.