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Saipem, KCA Deutag close first phase of $550 million acquisition

KCA Deutag has announced the completion of the largest phase of Saipem onshore drilling business acquisition announced earlier this year. This first phase encompasses Saudi Arabia, UAE and Africa, with Kuwait expected to follow later in Q4 2022. The acquisition of the Latin America business together with the rigs in Romania and Kazakhstan will complete […]

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Opinion: How Middle East oil companies should respond to higher oil prices

The recent surge in the oil price is an opportunity for National Oil Companies (NOCs) in the Middle East to reinforce their commitment to transformation. For the moment, profits are plentiful and providing ample funding to their host governments’ budgets. However, the long term pressure on the oil price remains significant and there are no […]