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Exploring the Next Generation of Opportunities for Guyana

By Tash Doimen & Dr. Terrence Blackman - OilNOW The world’s newest major oil producer, Guyana, is a hot topic in D.C. today. U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visited the country in early July, marking only the second time...

Positive Phase III Results for Genentech’s Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) Twice a Year, 10-Minute Subcutaneous Injection in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

–– Phase III OCARINA II trial met primary and secondary endpoints –– Ocrevus 10-minute injection has the potential to further improve the treatment experience and expand Ocrevus® usage in MS centers with IV capacity limitations or without IV infrastructure –– Ocrevus...

HKSTP and eWTP Arabia Capital Jointly Welcome Saudi Delegation to Boost I&T Collaboration between Hong Kong SAR and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Major milestone as 11 companies seal MoUs for Middle East Expansion and the establishment of Saudi Arabia-China Entrepreneurs Association’s first office in Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee met with H.E. Eng. Abdullah Al-Swaha, Minister of Communications and Information Technology...

South America’s oil industry faces high labour demand as operations expand

More oil and gas development means more workers needed - 30,000 by 2024, according to Rystad Energy’s estimates, a significant increase from previous years. And this is just for South America’s operations and maintenance (O&M) workforce.  The Norway-based independent research...

Remembering the Basics: Easy Wins for a Sustainable Energy Future in Guyana, Part II

By Dr. Ulric Trotz - OilNOW In our previous consideration of the utilisation of wastes for energy generation in Guyana, we discussed, so far, the potential of employing domestic and agricultural wastes, inclusive of wastes from livestock for this purpose....

EDGE Group Company, CARACAL, Signs Agreement with Malaysia-based Ketech Asia at LIMA 2023

Under the agreement, EDGE will conduct a transfer of technology to Ketech Asia CARACAL will collaborate with Ketech Asia on localized assembly and resale of the CAR 816 tactical assault rifleABU DHABI, United Arab of Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CARACAL, an EDGE Group...

EDGE Reinforces Presence in Southeast Asia with Impressive Product Display at LIMA 2023

Seven of EDGE’s portfolio companies will exhibit industry-leading advanced maritime and aerospace solutions at Malaysia’s leading biennial eventABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EDGE, one of the world’s leading and fastest growing advanced technology and defence groups, is proud to...

Navigating the Emerging Oil & Gas Economy for Guyana’s Indigenous Communities: Consultation, Challenges, and Opportunities

By Sydney Allicock, Dr. Carolyn Walcott and Dr. Terrence Blackman - OilNOW The Indigenous Peoples of Guyana, known locally as Amerindians, comprise nine distinct groups, each with their own unique culture and traditions, three in coastal areas and six in...

2022 Year in Review of Guyana, Part 1: What I have said so far

By Dr. Lorraine Sobers - OilNOW The year 2022 has been an intriguing one for Guyana’s energy sector: oil production and reserves have grown significantly, local content legislation came into full force, legal local content disputes arose and were settled,...

Strong institutions, citizens’ innovative skills key to Guyana unlocking oil potential – Professor Haynes

As oil-rich Guyana continues its quest for transformative growth, there are two main factors that will determine the extent of its success—the robustness of its institutions and government’s ability to harness the innovative gifts of its citizens. Making this point during...

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Look beyond the barrels for the success of Guyana’s oil industry – Ali 

President Irfaan Ali has urged Guyanese to measure the success of the oil industry by more than just the...