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After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plans - Reuters UK

After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plans Reuters UK Iraq in November signed a final $17 billion deal with Royal Dutch Shell (RDSa.L) and Mitsubishi (8058.T) to capture flared gas at southern oilfields, which is meant to help harness more than 700 million cubic feet per day of gas being burned off. and more »

Syria violence flares as UN observer chief pushes for talks - CBC.ca

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Syria violence flares as UN observer chief pushes for talks CBC.ca Syrian security forces fired tear gas and live ammunition to disperse thousands rallying Friday in Aleppo in what activists said was the largest protest yet in a city that has largely remained loyal to President Bashar Assad during the country's ... and more »

Investing in Iraq's Oil Rebirth - Investorplace.com

Investing in Iraq's Oil Rebirth Investorplace.com Shell is also working on building an Iraqi plant to capture natural gas as well as an ethane “cracker” to produce petrochemicals. Iraq is currently flaring off almost all of the gas produced in association with crude oil because it lacks the ... and more »

Iraq to surpass Iran oil output, but faces Kurd problem - Zawya (registration)

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Iraq to surpass Iran oil output, but faces Kurd problem Zawya (registration) The aim of the fourth round is primarily to expand Iraq's natural gas production capacity to satisfy the power generation sector and create gas-based industries, as well as increase the country's oil reserves. The auction covers 12 new exploration ... and more »

Syria crisis and Bahrain unrest - Tuesday 24 April - The Guardian

The Guardian

Syria crisis and Bahrain unrest - Tuesday 24 April The Guardian Authority can avoid all 'tragic consequences' by announcing that ppl are free to demonstrate and declaring no use of lethal gas and shotgun. 3.05pm: Bahrain: Zainab al-Khawaja, one of the daughters of hunger striker Abdulhadi al-Khawaja, ... and more »

Capital Thinking Update - April 23, 2012 - JD Supra (press release)

Capital Thinking Update - April 23, 2012 JD Supra (press release) To achieve VOCs reductions, owners and/or operators may use “reduced emissions completions” (RECs) or “green completions” (such as flaring) until January 1, 2015; as of that date, owners and/or operators must use RECs and a completion combustion device ... and more »

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Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict - Reuters UK

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Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict Reuters UK By Peg Mackey | LONDON (Reuters) - Shell is pressing ahead with talks over final development of Iraq's Majnoon oilfield, a senior executive told Reuters, and a lower, more realistic oil production target is a core part of discussions. UPDATE: Shell Suggests More Realistic Iraq Oil TargetZawya (registration) Iraq News & TendersIranOilGas.com (subscription) all 10 news articles »

UAE- Tech Group unit bags $47m worth of Iraq projects - MENAFN.COM

UAE- Tech Group unit bags $47m worth of Iraq projects MENAFN.COM The deals include a $45 million deal for the revamp of the Central Bank of Iraq and a $2.15 million partnership with Royal Dutch Shell to support developing its main office in Burjisia, Basra, the company said in a statement. Construction Tech is one ... and more »

Exclusive - Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target - Reuters UK

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Exclusive - Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target Reuters UK By Ahmed Rasheed | BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Royal Dutch Shell (RDSa.L) is in talks with Iraq to cut the production target for the Majnoon oilfield, oil ministry documents show, in a move that may prompt discussions with other companies and lead to a ... Investing in Iraq's Oil RebirthInvestorplace.com all 5 news articles »

ROYAL DUTCH SHELLA : Shell Suggests More Realistic Iraq Oil Target - 4-traders

ROYAL DUTCH SHELLA : Shell Suggests More Realistic Iraq Oil Target 4-traders Iraq may be forced to cut its ambitious oil production targets by as much as 40%, despite recently boosting output to pre-Gulf War levels, a senior Royal Dutch Shell PLC (RDSB.LN) executive said Thursday. Although Iraq has been steadily improving ... and more »

After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plans - Reuters UK

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After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plans Reuters UK Iraq in November signed a final $17 billion deal with Royal Dutch Shell (RDSa.L) and Mitsubishi (8058.T) to capture flared gas at southern oilfields, which is meant to help harness more than 700 million cubic feet per day of gas being burned off. Shell seeks to cut targets in IraqThe National INTERVIEW-After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plansChicago Tribune Iraq News In BriefIranOilGas.com (subscription) all 10 news articles »

Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target - Reuters UK

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Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target Reuters UK BAGHDAD May 8 (Reuters) - Royal Dutch Shell is in talks with Iraq to cut the final production target of the Majnoon oilfield to 1 million bpd from 1.8 million bpd, according to oil ministry documents seen by Reuters, in a move that may kickstart talks ... Exclusive: Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output targetBaltimore Sun EXCLUSIVE-UPDATE 2-Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output targetReuters Africa all 24 news articles »

Construction Tech bags Iraq deals - Trade Arabia

Construction Tech bags Iraq deals Trade Arabia The deals include a prestigious $45 million deal for the revamp of the Central Bank of Iraq and a $2.15 million partnership with Royal Dutch Shell to support developing its main office in Burjisia, Basra, a statement from the company said. and more »

Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target - Arab News

Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target Arab News By REUTERS BAGHDAD: Royal Dutch Shell is in talks with Iraq to cut the production target for the Majnoon oilfield, oil ministry documents show, in a move that may prompt discussions with other companies and lead to a downsizing of the country's ... and more »

ROYAL DUTCH SHELLA : Shell Executive : Realistic Iraq Output Target 6 Million ... - 4-traders

ROYAL DUTCH SHELLA : Shell Executive : Realistic Iraq Output Target 6 Million ... 4-traders Iraq can realistically target crude production of 6 million to 7 million barrels a day, a senior Royal Dutch Shell PLC (RDSB) executive said Thursday. Iraq "has acknowledged" that its post-war output target of 11 million barrels a day by 2020 is too ... and more »

Soft-shell lobsters make early appearance in Maine - WGME

Soft-shell lobsters make early appearance in Maine WGME PORTLAND, Maine (AP) -- Maine lobstermen are hauling in soft-shell lobsters earlier than usual this year, in what some say is an indication of a mild winter and ocean warming trends. Soft-shell lobsters usually don't start showing up in lobster traps ... and more »

Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict

LONDON (Reuters) - Shell is pressing ahead with talks over final development of Iraq's Majnoon oilfield, a senior executive told Reuters, and a lower, more realistic oil production target is a core part of discussions. Majnoon is one of four southern super giant fields that are vital to Iraq's ambition to at least double its oil output and put it firmly back among the world's top producers. But ... Read more

Exclusive: Shell in talks to cut Iraq's Majnoon output target

BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Royal Dutch Shell is in talks with Iraq to cut the production target for the Majnoon oilfield, oil ministry documents show, in a move that may prompt discussions with other companies and lead to a downsizing of the country's unrealistic output goals. The documents, seen by Reuters, mention a reduction in the target at the super-giant Majnoon field to 1 million barrels per day ... Read more

Shell Opens Talks with Iraq to Cut Majnoon Targets

Reuters, citing official documents, reported yesterday that Shell is in talks with Iraq's oil ministry over potential revisions to the planned production plateau at the Majnoon field from 1.8 million barrels per day (bpd) to 1 million bpd. Read more

UAE- Tech Group unit bags $47m worth of Iraq projects

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Construction Tech, a part of UAE-based business conglomerate Tech Group, has bagged two major project deals in Iraq totalling over $47 million as the war ravaged country ... Read more

Analysis - JPMorgan CEO gets crisis marks but war isn't over

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shooting from the hip may have got Jamie Dimon into deep trouble -- shooting straight may help to get him out of it. Related Stories Finmeccanica says death threat to CEO from "mythomaniac" EBRD to invest 6.5 billion euros in sustainable energy Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict Ex-miner Abbott may collect millions from LME sale Bristol Airport under ... Read more

China to exclude foreign firms in shale gas tender

BEIJING (Reuters) - China will exclude foreign firms from bidding in its second tender for shale gas blocks, despite a need for overseas technology to help exploit massive reserves of gas trapped within shale rock formations in the world's top energy user. Related Stories Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict Ex-miner Abbott may collect millions from LME sale Bristol Airport ... Read more

Insight - Who got Facebook IPO shares? Fairness may not come into it

NEW YORK (Reuters) - A lot of loyal Facebook fans and occasional investors are discovering a hard truth this week: Money and connections talk, especially when it comes to a hot deal handled by Wall Street. Related Stories Finmeccanica says death threat to CEO from "mythomaniac" EBRD to invest 6.5 billion euros in sustainable energy Shell's Majnoon deal highlights Iraq oil target verdict Ex-miner ... Read more

After gas, Iraq has big petrochemical plans

BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Iraq plans to build on its nascent gas sector to power a new petrochemicals industry, looking to foreign firms to invest $35-50 billion from 2017-2023, a senior official told Reuters. Mohammed Abdullah, a deputy minister with responsibility for companies, said the ambitious plan was to produce 10 million tonnes of petrochemicals a year during that period. "The amount of ... Read more

Oman keen to explore possible collaboration

MIRI: Oman is keen to explore possible collaboration with the Sarawak Skills Development Centre (PPKS) for mutual benefits. Read more

Equine therapy helps veterans cope with injuries of war

Dave Vernaza came close to death while serving in Iraq. Eight years ago, a mortar shell fired by insurgents exploded near him at a base in Ramadi. Read more