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MEG says 2024 production to come in at low end of forecast due to wildfires

MEG says 2024 production to come in at low end of forecast due to wildfires

CALGARY — Oilsands producer MEG Energy Corp. expects its full-year 2024 production to come in towards the lower end of its forecast range, in part due to the wildfires that forced a temporary evacuation of its Christina Lake site in July.
Emissions cap puts methane in spotlight; industry says low-hanging fruit already gone

Emissions cap puts methane in spotlight; industry says low-hanging fruit already gone

CALGARY — Oil and gas producers who have already made progress on lowering their methane emissions over the last decade say further large-scale reductions will be tougher to deliver.
Oil, gas companies told to cut emissions by one-third under planned cap

Oil, gas companies told to cut emissions by one-third under planned cap

OTTAWA — Oil and gas producers in Canada will be required to cut greenhouse gas emissions by about one-third over the next eight years under new regulations published Monday.
Major Drilling buys South American drilling contractor, boosting rig count

Major Drilling buys South American drilling contractor, boosting rig count

MONCTON, N.B. — Major Drilling Group International Inc. has signed a deal to buy South American specialty drilling contractor Explomin Perforaciones in a deal worth up to US$85 million.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Bank of Canada The Bank of Canada will release the summary of deliberations from its recent interest rate decision on Tuesday and senior deputy governor Carolyn Rog
Pathways seeking bids for part of its proposed carbon capture network: Imperial

Pathways seeking bids for part of its proposed carbon capture network: Imperial

CALGARY — The Pathways Alliance group of oilsands companies has issued a request for proposals to pipe manufacturers for the massive carbon capture and storage network it wants to build in northern Alberta. The CEO of Imperial Oil Ltd.
Enbridge in talks about Mainline pipeline expansion as Canadian oil output grows

Enbridge in talks about Mainline pipeline expansion as Canadian oil output grows

CALGARY — Enbridge Inc. has begun talks with its customers about expanding its Mainline pipeline network to handle growing volumes of Canadian oil output, the Calgary-based company said Friday.
Exxon Mobil profit tops Street in 3rd quarter, helped by Pioneer Natural acquisition

Exxon Mobil profit tops Street in 3rd quarter, helped by Pioneer Natural acquisition

Exxon Mobil's third-quarter profit beat analysts' expectations, as the oil and gas giant was helped by contributions from Pioneer Natural Resources, a recent acquisition. Exxon earned $8.6 billion, or $1.92 per share, for the three months ended Sept.
Veren's share price plunges as oil producer lowers output forecast

Veren's share price plunges as oil producer lowers output forecast

CALGARY — Oil producer Veren Inc. saw its share price plunge by more than 14 per cent on Thursday, on news that the company is lowering its production forecast for 2024 and grappling with "under-performance" from some of its wells.
SeaRose floating oilfield vessel en route back to Canada after refurbishment: Cenovus

SeaRose floating oilfield vessel en route back to Canada after refurbishment: Cenovus

CALGARY — Cenovus Energy Inc.'s West White Rose project off the coast of Newfoundland has reached a major milestone with the completed refurbishment of the massive vessel that will operate in the expanded offshore oilfield.
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