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Guyana’s VP fires back at critics of Gas-to-Energy project; cites hypocrisy in global fossil fuel pledges

Despite encountering resistance from some local analysts arguing that the Gas-to-Energy Project could risk anchoring the nation to a fossil fuel-dependent future, rather than a renewable energy trajectory, Guyana's Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, staunchly contends that such an...

Georgetown Chamber says ‘parasitic’ fronting must be weeded out

In a recent statement, the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) expressed serious concerns regarding the burgeoning issue of sham partnerships within the private sector, a trend alarmingly labelled as 'fronting' or 'rent-a-citizen'. Such faux partnerships, according to...

Guyana Minister slams rent-a-citizen practices hindering local content

Deodat Indar, one of Guyana’s infrastructure ministers, passionately called upon members of the local private sector to steer clear of engaging in "rent-a-citizen" practices due to its detrimental impact on the government's dedicated efforts to foster local content growth...

Noble’s Q2 earnings come in at US$606 million

Noble Corp. announced robust financial results for the second quarter of 2023, showcasing a positive growth trajectory amidst an upswing in market conditions. The company reported contract drilling services revenue of US$606 million for the quarter, representing an increase...

Europe ranks as top buyer of Guyana’s Liza and Unity Gold crude – S&P Global

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine foisted Europe to the top as one of the largest buyers of Guyana’s Liza and Unity Gold crude, said S&P Global Commodity Insights' oil pricing and news expert Patrick Harrington.  “Until recently, the bulk of Guyana...

Guyana private sector urged to cash in on ‘never-ending opportunities’

"If you not in the business, get in the business" was the advice of Government Minister, Deodat Indar to the 360-member strong Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) as it celebrated 60 years of existence on August 3.  His feature...

Upcoming major shorebase seeking local suppliers for up to 90 services

The Vreed-en-Hoop Shorebase Inc. (VEHSI) has taken a significant step towards its December completion date by seeking local service providers to meet its operational needs. The company recently published a request for information (RFI) to identify potential contractors offering...

More dredging of Demerara channel to support VEHSI project

Dredging activities continue in the vicinity of Guyana’s Demerara main ship channel and off the West Coast of Demerara around Plantation Best to support the Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base Project (VEHSI).  A notice from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) outlined that...

Steady output at Liza projects in June delivered highest daily volumes yet

The Stabroek Block’s Liza projects delivered steady volumes at peak levels in June 2023, resulting in the highest daily volumes yet.  Liza Phase 1 delivered 154,790 barrels per day (bpd), totaling 4.3 million barrels over the full month. Liza Phase...

In three short years, Guyana transformed legislative, regulative framework for oil industry – VP Jagdeo

As the Guyana Government marked its third year in office on August 2, 2023, it reveled in the progress made thus far in overhauling the legislative and regulatory architecture of the oil industry. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the country’s Vice...

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University of Guyana to expand port, marine, aviation education as oil and gas jobs grow

The University of Guyana is moving to expand technical education offers in port, marine, and aviation as employment opportunities...