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Editor’s Note

Welcome back to Endeavour Magazine!

This month, we are delighted to share a great insight into the Port of Savannah, the fastest-growing container port in North America. The port delivers vital maritime and cargo services, supporting both local and international shipping lines traversing the State of Georgia’s coastline. We got to see how the port, under the Georgia Ports Authority, has continued to expand the port’s infrastructure to meet the growing cargo demand across the state. We’re thrilled to see O’Neill Logistics providing lead support for this feature.

We also cover two exciting developments from the global Perenco Group. We start with Perenco Brazil, which has been involved in the development of Brazil’s oil industry for many years. We got to see how the company has continued to develop the Pargo Cluster, delivering vital oil resources for the country. For this feature, we’re glad to have DOF Subsea supporting the article, alongside Sulnorte and CPE Technologies. We then turn to Perenco’s operations in Gabon, where Perenco Oil & Gas Gabon has been developing the Cap Lopez LNG Terminal, one of the most ambitious energy developments across Africa. For this, we thank Action Rapide Transit for their support for this article, alongside IGS Logistics.

We also return this month to Maersk, focusing this feature on insights from their North American operations. We got to see how Maersk’s integrated shipping services majorly benefit key traders across the region and allow them to access international markets with ease. Here we’re thrilled to have Alfa Laval supporting our feature on Maersk North America.

by Carley Fallows

Maersk

Asia/Oceania Construction Begins in China for

World’s

Largest Dam

A hydropower dam in Tibetan territory has begun to be constructed by Chinese authorities. The dam, once completed, will be the largest dam of its type in the world and is estimated to cost $125 billion. However, the construction has been met with backlash from those living downstream along the Yarlung Tsangpo River in India and Bangladesh due to its potential implications on them, the local environment and local Tibetans. The completed dam will be known as the Motuo Hydropower Station and could generate up to three times the energy of the existing Three Gorges dam, which is currently the world’s largest dam.

Whilst the scheme has said it will prioritise ecological protection and boost local prosperity, many fear that it could have detrimental effects on the environment and pose a threat to livelihoods down the river. India has begun plans to build a hydropower dam on the Suang river, which would buffer against water released from the Motuo Hydropower Station, which could cause flooding in parts of India downstream. .

Marine Heatwave Damaging Coral in Australia

Australia is known for its Great Barrier Reef, which has been experiencing the effects of climate change on its coral for many years. However, the lesser-known Ningaloo Reef on the other side of the country has been experiencing a marine heatwave, leading to bleaching of its coral too. The marine heatwave has been caused by increasingly high water temperatures, which have stressed the corals, causing them to turn white. This is due to the algal symbionts that live inside the cells of the coral, to break down in their relationship with the coral, resulting in it not functioning as normal. This is what leads to the coral bleaching, and it marks the first time the reefs on both the eastern and western coasts of Australia have been bleached simultaneously.

The elevated sea temperature is being linked to a trend in sea temperature, which has been wreaking havoc across the world. This trend has been likened to ‘a raging underwater bushfire’ by the Australian Marine Conservation Society. The heatwave began causing damage in the Caribbean in 2023 and has now made its way across the Indo-Pacific, leaving coral reefs severely bleached in its path. By the end of last year, and in recent months, temperatures have continued to rise across Western Australia, leading to the Ningaloo Reef now being another victim of the ‘underwater bushfire’.

Severe Flooding in South Korea

In recent weeks, many different countries across Asia have seen vast flooding caused by extreme weather. In South Korea, extreme flooding caused by torrential rain has left a wake of destruction, with landslides and water causing widespread destruction to buildings and homes.

The worst-affected areas were in the south of the country, where at least 17 people were killed by the flooding and landslides, whilst many remain missing in Sanchong. 10,000 people were evacuated across the region following the start of the downpour, and 41,000 homes lost power according to local media reports. Footage has shown people wading through thick mud in the resort town of Gapyeong, where a bridge was damaged from the flooding.

Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Won by Nigeria

Nigeria have taken home the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations trophy after defeating Morocco 3-2 in the final. The game started with Morocco, the host nation, starting strong and scoring two goals against Nigeria by the 24th minute. However, Nigeria came back stronger in the second half, winning a penalty in the 64th minute and a further goal in the 71st. However, 24-year-old Jennier Echegini secured Nigeria the title with a last-minute goal, just 2 minutes before the end of full time.

Nigeria had called their title campaign ‘Mission X’ to reclaim the Women’s African Cup of Nations title after their last win in 2018. It is the 10th time the Nigerian side has got to the finals, and their 10th win. This means that in every final the team has played in, they have come out victorious.

Leafy Greens From Kenya Proving a Popular Choice on Menus

Wild weeds and leafy greens in Kenya are becoming more common as a vegetable of choice for many across the country. Many vegetables, such as cabbage, spinach and spring greens, have been readily available across Kenya since they were first introduced by colonial authorities in the 1960s. However, there has been a significant rise in the number of people utilising locally grown and organically produced varieties of green vegetables such as spring greens. One type is known as ‘sukumawiki’, which means ‘stretch the week’ in Swahili.

Vegetables grown locally have become increasingly popular across the country, with production of these types of greens doubling over the last 10 years. In 2023, More than 700,00 tonnes of sukumawiki were produced across Kenya, making it more than double the volume of all indigenous leafy vegetables combined. For many years, locally grown crops were not as favoured due to attitudes against traditional crops. However, they are now being noticed on a wider scale for their resistance to diseases and pests, which allows them to be grown more organically.

Zimbabwe Qualifies for the Rugby World Cup for the First Time since 1991

After beating Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final, winners Zimbabwe have qualified for the Rugby World Cup 2027. The final match saw Zimbabwe face off against Namibia at the Mandela National Stadium in Kampala, Uganda. Whilst both sides seemed pretty even during the first half, Zimbabwe took the lead after a penalty and kept just ahead for most of the game. However, Namibia had a chance to take the lead in the 79th minute, but Namibia sent a penalty attempt just wide of the posts, which sealed the team’s fate.

The win for Zimbabwe means they now qualify for the Rugby World Cup, bringing an end to their absence from the event for the last 36 years. The Rugby World Cup is set to take place in Australia in 2027, and will run from October to mid-November, where it will feature 24 teams for the first time in the tournament’s history.

Americas Development Law In Brazil Could Risk Amazon Rainforest

Lawmakers in Brazil have outlined a new law which has raised concerns about the potential environmental harm it could cause to the Amazon Rainforest and the local area. The plans for the bill outline measures that would simplify environmental licenses for infrastructure. This includes licences for building roads, dams, energy and mines. The changes would mean that developers would have to self-declare the environmental impact of their development via an online form.

However, the proposed bill has been criticised for the potential effects it could have on the environment due to its lighter regulations. If the existing environmental studies are not carried out in the same way as they are now, it could lead to deforestation and land-clearing as a result of excessive mining and agriculture, which are already the leading causes of these issues in the Amazon. Whilst some believe the proposed measures will prevent delays in development projects, including for things such as hydroelectric dams, which drive clean energy, some call for more efficient systems that factor in detailed assessments on environmental impact before they are granted.

Ancient City Discovered in Peru

Archaeologists working in Peru have announced the discovery of an ancient city located in the Barranca province in the north of the country. The city, named Peñico, is thought to be around 3,500 years old and previously served as a trading hub connecting the Pacific coast with communities in the Andes Mountains and Amazon Basin.

The city, thought to be founded between 1800 and 1500 BC, has shed light on the oldest civilisation in the Americas, the Caral. The archaeologists have released drone footage which shows a circular structure surrounded by the remnants of stone and mud buildings. Over the last 8 years, the researchers have uncovered 18 structures, including ceremonial temples and residential complexes. Within these buildings, researchers have uncovered ceremonial objects, clay sculptures of human and animal figures and necklaces made from beads and seashells

Tsunami Warning Across the US West Coast after Russian Earthquake

An 8.8 magnitude earthquake has hit off the east coast of Russia in the Kamchatka Peninsula and is one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor had a depth of 18km and sent waves generated by the subsequent tsunami towards American shores. Waves of up to 4 metres were reported by Russian authorities in the town of Severo-Kurilsk, which flooded the port and fish processing facility. The waves reaching Hawaii have reached up to 1.74 metres in Kahului, Maui.

Tsunami warnings have since been downgraded in Japan, Russia and Hawaii. However, evacuation orders remain in place for Colombia and New Zealand, after alerts were also issued for China, the Philippines, Indonesia, Peru and Mexico. Currently, no injuries or fatalities have been reported, and the main damage has been caused to the far eastern coast of Russia, where some buildings have been destroyed, and the port has been submerged.

Middle East

Wildfires in Syria and Turkey

Widespread destruction has been caused across Syria and Turkey as wildfires have taken hold of forest and mountain areas. In Turkey, blazes have been burning for weeks and have now begun encroaching on the country’s fourth-largest city. The wildfires in the forested mountains of Buras in the northwest of the country have continued to spread rapidly, with the government declaring that the provinces of Izmir and Bilecik are disaster areas.

In Syria, wildfires are ripping through the coastal mountain region of Jabal Turkman. The fires in Syria have already resulted in thousands of hectares of forest being destroyed. With such widespread destruction, emergency services have been vastly overwhelmed, whilst thousands of people have been evacuated. The fires have cut off roads and left some areas without power.

The unseasonably high temperature, dry conditions and strong winds have continued to fuel the wildfires across the countres. With an increase in extreme temperatures caused by climate change, such natural disasters could become more common across the region.

Ancient Handprint Found in Egyptian Tomb

Researchers from the University of Cambridge have discovered a 4,000-year-old handprint on an artefact from Egypt typically found in burials. The handprint was found on a ‘soul house’, which is a type of clay model in the shape of a building, most commonly found in burials in Egypt. It’s thought that the soul houses may act as offering trays or provide a place for the deceased soul to live within the tomb. The handprint is the result of the maker touching the model before it was dry and dates between 2055 and 1650 BC.

The discovery was made by curators when preparing for an upcoming exhibition, and it will now be on display as part of the university’s ‘Made in Ancient Egypt’ exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum, set to open later this year. The discovery is a rare find, with no other full handprint being found on an Egyptian artefact before.

Sand and Dust Storms Getting Worse in the Middle East due to Climate Change

The United Nations’ World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) have released data outlining that sand and dust storms are causing premature death, with the increase in such storms often being caused by climate change. The two organisations have outlined their concerns that nearly half of the global population between 2018 and 2022 have been exposed to dust levels that the WHO deem as unsafe.

Some of the most severely impacted areas are the Middle East and North Africa, where more than 80% of the world’s dust is produced from the deserts. Across these two regions, roughly 2.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) is spent annually to tackle dust and sand storms. However, dust from these regions can travel far across the world, with the Sahara Desert dust ending up in the United States, causing widespread issues.

Europe

Sinner Defeats Alcaraz at Wimbledon Final

Last year’s Wimbledon Champion, Carlos Alcaraz, faced off against Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon Men’s Singles final, with Sinner coming out on top. The game was an exciting watch with both players demonstrating their excellence in the sport. Both Sinner and Alcaraz have dominated the Grand Slam Championships, with either one of the men claiming the top titles at the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open since 2024. To date, Sinner has won 20 titles, with Alcaraz claiming 21.

Sinner is ranked world number one and showed his power on the court, with a four-set victory over the second seed Alcaraz. Whilst this was the pair’s first meeting in the final at Wimbledon, it is very unlikely to be their last. The win for Sinner comes just a few weeks after Alcaraz took the French Open title.

England are the Women’s Euros Winners

England’s women’s team have taken home the trophy at the UEFA Women’s Euros 2025. England faced off against Spain, who had been playing very well across the tournament. The game opened with Spain going a goal ahead in the first 25 minutes, leaving England with some work to do. However, in the second half, England came back stronger with Alessia Russo scoring the equaliser. With a fierce competition between the two sides, the game was sent into extra time.

After many attempts in extra time, the game was to be decided by penalties. After a retake of the first penalty due to the player slipping, it resulted in a miss for England. However, after scoring their first penalty, Spain wasn’t successful with their next 3 penalties. Therefore, the deciding penalty came down to Chloe Kelly, who has been vital to the success of England’s title campaign through the Euros. Scoring her penalty, Kelly secured the win for England.

Manager Sarina Wiegman has reached the final in all major tournaments in which she has managed, with the England side winning the Euros in the last two tournaments.

Chelsea Takes Home the Club World Cup Title

Paris Saint-Germain met Chelsea in the final of the Club World Cup, with the Parisian side tipped to win the title after their impressive performance across the tournament. However, Chelsea would bring their winning streak to an end, as it was Chelsea that secured the win with a shocking 3-0 defeat of PSG. One of the stars of the match was Cole Palmer, who scored two goals and assisted with the final goal.

Previously, the FIFA Club World Cup was an annual event; however, following the 2023 games, it was restructured into a quadrennial event for 2025. This means that the event is held much like the FIFA World Cup. This makes Chelsea the first winners of the game in the new format and will mean they will hold the title until the next Club World Cup in 2029.

Shell Nigeria

Shell is present in more than 70 countries worldwide using leading technology and its innovative approach to develop a more sustainable energy future. For Shell, its primary mission is to meet the energy needs of society in a manner that prioritizes the economic, social and environmental impact of energy generation, now and for the future. One of the key focuses for its developments over the last 50 years has been in Nigeria, where Shell has been at the forefront of the country’s oil and gas development. With almost 90% of Nigeria’s export income, and 75% of the country’s overall government revenue coming from the oil and gas sector, Nigeria, with the help of Shell, is primed to deliver significant energy for the country for many years to come.

Shell has been in operation in Nigeria for more than 50 years with its first developments beginning in 1937. Over the years, Shell has been vital in delivering pioneering onshore, shallow and deep-water oil exploration and production projects. These projects are delivered by one of the four subsidiary companies as part of Shell Companies in Nigeria which collectively contribute majorly to the economy thanks to the energy they produce and the revenue this generates for the country. Aside from the development of energy, these companies are also vital in supporting the supply chains, local content and social investment of the country’s energy industry.

The largest Shell company in Nigeria is Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), a joint venture between Shell and the government-owned Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). As part of the SPDC JV, NNPC holds a 55% share, with SPDC holding 30%. The remaining shares are owned by Total E&P Nigeria (10%) and ENI-owned Agip Oil Company Limited (5%). SPDC was responsible for producing the country’s first commercial oil exports in 1958. Today, the joint venture is focused on onshore and shallow water developments to produce oil and gas in the Niger

FASTER LIFTS FEWER HANDS GREATER EFFICIENCY

CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE) installed its second offshore substation using ROPES BY BAKAERT, powered by BEXCO’s Ultraline® Slings made with Dyneema® SK78®, a lighter, high-strength alternative to traditional steel

FASTER LIFTS

FEWER HANDS GREATER EFFICIENCY

CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE) installed its second offshore substation using ROPES BY BAKAERT, powe by BEXCO’s Ultraline® Slings made with Dyneema® SK78®, a lighter, high-strength alternative to traditional steel

This resulted in faster lifts, fewer hands and better efficiency offshore.

This resulted in faster lifts, fewer hands and better efficiency offshore.

For CTRL System Technologies Nigeria Ltd and Nigerian operators, this isn’t just innovation, it’s a shift in how we operate our lifts. Lightweight slings mean easier mobilization, reduced risk, and no compromise on performance. From FPSOs to fabrication yards, CTRL in collaboration with BEXCO is driving smarter, safer, and more costeffective lifting solutions across Nigeria’s energy landscape. Sometimes, the lighter way really is the stronger one.

CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE) installed its second of by BEXCO’s Ultraline® Slings made with Dyneema® SK78® steel

For CTRL System Technologies Nigeria Ltd and Nigerian operators, this isn’t just innovation, it’s a shift in how operate our lifts Lightweight slings mean easier mobilization, reduced risk, and no compromise on performan From FPSOs to fabrication yards, CTRL in collaboration with BEXCO is driving smarter, safer, and more costeffective lifting solutions across Nigeria’s energy landscape. Sometimes, the lighter way really is the stronger one

This resulted in faster lifts, fewer hands and better efficien For CTRL System Technologies Nigeria Ltd and Nigerian oper operate our lifts Lightweight slings mean easier mobilizatio

From FPSOs to fabrication yards, CTRL in collaboration with effective lifting solutions across Nigeria’s energy landscape Sometimes, the lighter way really is the stronger one

REDEFINING MARINE SERVICES ACROSS THE CONTINENT

For over four decades, Python Engineering Company Ltd. has set the standard in West Africa’s marine sector. Operating from its expansive 9-acre marine base in Warri, Nigeria, Python Engineering offers a full suite of marine services—from vessel construction and dry-docking to steel fabrication and offshore support.

Boasting one of Africa’s most diverse and modern fleets, Python’s vessels are built to exacting European & US standards and are tailored for the demanding conditions of both inland and offshore operations.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE

MARINE SERVICES

From the maintenance of marine vessels, barges and tugboats in her shipyard at 47 Enerhen road, Warri, in the early 90s, PECL has acquired a vast experience in shipyard services and then progressed to the construction of different marine vessels, such as houseboats, ramp barges, flat top barges, fuel barges, water barges, dredgers, pontoons, offshore and onshore Port A Cabins and even tugboats. PECL provides wide range of offshore support services in the oil and gas sector from the logistics and transportations to security patrol services to supporting rigs in their daily drilling operations through provision of various types of offshore vessels

CIVIL & CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Our Civil design and construction team has executed several projects starting from residential projects, roads & infrastructure, helipads and runways, office complex buildings, to integrated projects ( as Field logistics bases and plant buildings)

FABRICATION & ERECTION OF CAMPS

Python Engineering Company Ltd has combined its expertise both in marine & civil services and has designed, fabricated, installed and executed several camps both on land and on offshore barges and locations by construction of accommodation units, office units, kitchen and messing units, recreational units, self-contained toilet units and technical units.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Python Engineering Company Limited is a leading Facilities Management & Maintenance Services Company; since incorporation PECL was & still rendering her services successfully to the Major Oil & Gas Companies with the highest safety standards.

Whether it’s accommodation barges, tugboats, or offshore logistics vessels. Python ensures every asset delivers comfort, safety, and efficiency.

Trusted by leading IOCs, energy and infrastructure firms, Python Engineering is more than a marine services provider—it’s a strategic partner powering progress across the continent.

Partner with Python Engineering for reliable, stateof-the-art marine services tailored to your project’s needs. Explore our capabilities and discover how we can support your operations.

Elshcon Nigeria Limited has since 1990 been the go to ISO 9001:2015 ‑ certified partner for Integrated Maritime Logistics, Steel Fabrication and Construction company servicing both the energy and non‑oil sectors of the economy.

WE DELIVER WITHOUT COMPROMISE

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Steel Fabrications/Construction & Maintenance Facilities & Pipelines Solutions

• Marine Solutions; Inland Marine Vessels and Machineries/Equipment

• Tugboats, Barges & House Boats Charter. • Machineries & Equipment Supply

• Offshore Marine Vessels: Offshore Barges, AHTS, PSVs, LHT & Security Vessels, Utility Vessels Charter, etc. Marine Logistics & Offshore Support

• Supply Base Solutions • Lifting Solutions – Cranes & Forklifts

• Ship Building, Ship Repairs & Dry docking Solutions, etc.

• Anchors, Chains/Shackles, Deck and Fendering Solutions

CORPORATE OFFICE: Deborah Lawson House Plot F6 Abacha Road, GRA, Phase III, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

FABRICATION / SUPPLY BASES: 11, Trans Woji Road & #7 Elshcon Road, off #3 Trans Woji Road, Trans Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

LAGOS OFFICE: 33 Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Victoria Island, Lagos State, Nigeria.

Over 50 Years of Oil and Gas Development

Delta, with assets spanning 50 oil-producing fields. Across these assets, SPDC JV has a network of 5,000km of oil and gas pipelines and flowlines, 5 gas plants and two major oil export terminals.

For deepwater oil development, Shell holds 100% interest in Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo) which has focused its development primarily on the Bonga Field. Across the Bonga field, Shell is responsible for the production of more than 200,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) and 10 million standard cubic feet of gas per day (mmscf/d). As the first deepwater development for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, Shell has played a key role in pioneering this industry for the country, which in 2005 saw Shell increase the country’s offshore capacity in Bonga. Today, almost a third of Nigeria’s deep-water production comes from the Bonga and Erha oil fields, reaching depths of more than 1,000 metres.

In 2014, SNEPCo continued its expansion of the country’s deepwater developments with the establishment of additional deepwater developments in Bonga North West. These offshore deepwater projects have been vital to the social and economic development of Nigeria, with the developments delivering much-needed employment, training and

business opportunities for local people. In fact, the Bonga Field developments have helped establish the first generation of Nigeria’s oil and gas engineers with experience in deep water development.

For gas development, Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG) is the only international oil and gas company established as a gas distributor to industry customers across Nigeria. SNG, incorporated in 1998, has spent more than 25 years focused on the downstream distribution of gas to industries across Nigeria. The company provides manufacturing and industrial customers with access to a clean, reliable and lowcost alternative to liquid fuel. To achieve this, SNG operates a growing world-class gas transmission and distribution network spanning 138km of the country. In recent years, SNG has been focused on a growth phase, and so in recent years has expanded its gas distribution capacity by over 150%. Its network is now able to distribute over 150 mmscf/d of dry processed gas to more than 300 industrial customers nationwide, with more than 100 industrial customers already connected to its gas grids.

To help support SNG’s networks, the company has built strong relationships with virtual pipeline operators, which are focused on developing compressed natural gas and mini-LNG grids

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across the country. By working closely with these operations, SNG can continue to deliver vital energy infrastructure to meet the needs of the country, and in turn bring more social investments into the local communication through its value chains, revenues and employment opportunities. For this reason, SNG has established itself with a firm identity as a safe and credible gas distributor.

The final company operating under Shell Companies in Nigeria is Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG). The company is a joint venture with Shell holding 25.6% share, and NNPC, Total E&P Nigeria and ENI holding 49%, 15% and 10.4% respectively. The focus of its operations centres around the NLNG Plant on Bonny Island, where the facility has 5 processing units with a total processing capacity of 22 million tonnes a year of LNG. In addition to this, the facility can produce up to 5 million tonnes of natural gas liquid (liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and condensate). The facility is responsible for powering more than 200,000 homes and businesses on Bonny Islands, through a rural electrification scheme, Today, NLNG accounts for approximately 7% of the world’s total LNG supply, highlighting the valuable role Nigeria and Shell play in delivering this vital energy to market for a more sustainable future.

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In recent months Shell completed the sale of SPDC to a consortium called Renaissance for $1.3 billion. The divestment of SPDC is set on helping Shell simplify its presence in Nigeria, through its exiting from the onshore oil production in the Niger Delta. Instead, its focus for the future would remain on investing and developing Nigeria’s deepwater and integrated gas positions. Renaissance, renaming SPDC to Renaissance Africa Energy Company (RAEC), will therefore take over Shell’s previous 30% stake in the joint venture, leaving the company now owned by Renaissance, NNPC, Total E&P Nigeria, and Agip Energy.

Across Shell’s operations in Nigeria, there is a keen focus on making the most of the country’s oil and gas reserves to serve the people and economy of Nigeria. With every aspect of the oil and gas development sector focused on delivering vital resources, Shell continues to invest in people and businesses across Nigeria delivering a better future for the country both now and in the future. With the announcement of the divestment of SPDC to Renaissance, we look forward to seeing how Shell will continue to expand its deepwater and integrated gas positions across Nigeria to deliver vital resources for the future of energy development.

Strategic Business Units (SBU)

ENGINEERING

CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE

Process Design

HAZOP/SIL Review

Mechanical Design/GADs

Structural Design/3D Modelling

Piping Design

Instrumentation Design

Shop fabrication (Steel & Copper Nickel welding)

Blasting, painting, installation, construction, and commissioning for onshore and offshore operations

Facility upgrades, modifications, and operational maintenance

ACCREDITATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS

Our Mangement System Conforms To The Following:

Accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Certified to ISO 9001:2015

Certified to ISO 14001:2015

Certified to ISO 45001:2018

INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROLS

Instrumentation

Control Safety Systems (DCS and ICSS)

Energy and Transport System (ETS)

Process Systems and Solutions (PSS)

Reliability Solution (RS)

TESTING & CALIBRATION LABORATORY

ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

Flow Metering Service

Instrumentation & Laboratory

Calibration Services Process Automation Services

Longevity and reliability of critical assets

State-of-the-art technologies

Sustainable Industry-approved Methodologies

Corrosion control and mitigation Leak detection and repair. Production Operation & Lube oil flushing Flange Management Services Torque & Hot Bolting Services

Corporate Office

3A Sule Onabiyi Street, off Christ Avenue, off Admiralty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State enquiries@eatlng.com +234 (0) 901-033-6048

Project Office No. 5 Apagodo Street, off Ada George Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

enquiries@eatlng.com +234 (0) 901-033-6050

Operational Headquarters

Ikot Udoma - Ataidung Road, Eket, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

enquiries@eatlng com +234 (0) 810-337-5124 USA Office 15915 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77094, USA

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Port of Savannah

Believing that flexibility is essential for meeting the increasing demands of the global shipping industry, the Port of Savannah aims to facilitate flexible and faster-to-market services worldwide from its strategic location along the State of Georgia’s coastline. This prime positioning allows the port to offer weekly container services across global markets, strengthening its role as a major seaport on the East Coast of the United States (US). Managed by the Georgia Port Authority (GPA), the port has continuously expanded its capacity and now hosts the largest and fastestgrowing container terminal in North America.

The Port of Savannah delivers vital cargo and maritime services to shipping lines traversing the Gulf Coast, supported by the Port’s integrated interstate and railroad access that extends across the state of Georgia. For many US consumers and manufacturers, Georgia’s integrated interstate and railroad systems are vital to delivering goods and products across the country on time. Therefore, with the Port of Savannah located at the cross-section between these two vital transportation links, it is primed to support the efficient and seamless delivery of such goods to markets across the US and beyond. Therefore, with the continued support of both rail and interstate transportation links, the Port can continue to expand its shipping footprint to position it as a key port ready to deliver diversified cargo solutions to both US and global markets.

One of the central offerings at the Port of Savannah is the Garden City Terminal (GCT), which is the single

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available to inland destinations across the country, including Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Memphis and beyond to service growing markets across the US. CSX Transportation specifically serves the Chatham Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), whilst Norfolk Southern Railroad calls at the James D. Masion ICTF. These facilities are owned and operated by the GPA, which is vital in overseeing the entire operation of the Port of Savannah from cargo arriving at the port to shipping it across the country via these vital road and railway routes.

Alongside GCT is the Garden City Terminal West (GCTW), which adds 100 acres of capacity to the Port of Savannah, providing space to store 20,000 containers at the terminal. The storage solutions are offered to importers who are looking for longterm storage solutions. GCTW is serviced by 15 new electric rubber-tire gantry cranes, which add over 1 million twenty-foot equivalent (TEUs) container units to the port’s existing capacity. The terminal provides a state-of-the-art gate which provides easy access for truck drivers to maximise efficiency

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and convenience across the shipping of the port’s facilities.

GCTW is located adjacent to the docks at the Port of Savannah and the Mason Mega Rail Terminal. The Mason Mega Rail Terminal has been a longterm infrastructural investment in GCTW by GPA to help move cargo to key markets much faster. The rail link provides shipping to these markets in less than 3 days and thus supports the Port of Savannah as the largest intermodal facility in North America, servicing 42 trains a week with an annual capacity of 2 million TEUs. In 2024, the Mason Mega Rail Terminal achieved record volumes, moving 540,850 containers via its rail network, a figure that was up 5.7% from the previous year. Thus, through the fluidity and enhanced network provided by the Garden City Terminals and the Mason Mega Rail Terminal, the port’s infrastructure continues to provide the necessary shipping and logistical solutions to deliver the port’s facilities as a vital hub along the east coast of America.

In addition to the Garden City Terminal, there is the Ocean Terminal, which is one of the central developments for the port over the coming years. The current Ocean Terminal spans 5 berths, which are met with full transportation access across both interstate and railroads. The Terminal is located

just 2 miles from Interstate 516 and 10 miles from Interstate 95. Via these roads, cargo trucks can move the cargo from the Ocean Terminal and deliver it across the country efficiently. In addition to road access, the terminal also has integrated rail access via a Class I rail service on the terminal via the Norfolk Southern Railroad. This provides onterminal service and line-haul service thanks to Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation, with on-dock rail access served directly to Berths 1, 2, 12 and 13.

However, as the Ocean Terminal looks towards the future, GPA are currently working on an improvement plan for the terminal. The plans outline the renovation of the berths and the container yard, which will allow the terminal to serve two large container ships simultaneously. The start of renovation work will commence in spring 2025, with the construction of a 1,325-foot berth. This berth will be followed by a second, which is planned for completion in June 2026 and will span 2,650 feet. By enhancing its berth capacity, the Terminal will be able to offer an annual capacity of 2 million TEUs.

In January, the Port of Savannah received four new electric ship-to-shore cranes, which were added to the fleet operating across the Ocean Terminal. With the addition of the new crane, the Terminal now

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operates 8 Super Post Panamax cranes, designed by Konecranes. These will be vital in helping the port in its development to service two vessels at the Terminals’ berths at once. The Terminal will remain open and operating during the renovation works. In the press release announcing the Ocean Terminal renovation plans, Ed McCarthy, Chief Operating Officer at GPA, outlined that “The completion of this project upgrade in 2028 will enable Ocean Terminal to accommodate the largest vessels serving the U.S. East Coast”. McCarthy continues, ‘Our goal is to ensure customers have the future berth capacity of their larger vessels’ first port of calls with the fastest U.S. inland connectivity to compete in world markets”. McCarthy’s comments highlight the growing role that Ocean Terminal, and in turn the Port of Savannah, will continue to play in delivering the port as a key hub for vessels traversing the East Coast of the US to help facilitate access to the nation’s markets.

Thus, in a further development of Ocean Terminal to enhance its interconnectivity, the GPA board have approved the development of a $29 million exit ramp from the terminal, which will enable direct access to local highway transit to Atlanta. Currently, the ramp is 70% complete and will help support the port’s continued interconnected

nature both within Georgia and across the US. We can see that the developments across the Port of Savannah have been largely successful, as in June, the port announced that it had achieved its third consecutive month handling over half a million TEUs. The announcement came as the port concluded May, having handled 500,900 TEUs of containers, which is a 2.2% capacity increase from the same period last year.

With vital expansion and investment from GPA, the Port of Savannah has continued to enhance its infrastructure and, in turn, see a vast increase in the port’s capacity. As the port continues to grow, supported by the rail and interstate networks across Georgia, and beyond across the nation, customers can choose to utilise the Port of Savannah as a key step in their supply chains, knowing all cargo will be moved reliably, securely and quickly thanks to its faster-to-market service record. Therefore, it is no surprise that the port is now the single largest container terminal in America. With investment and expansion planned over the coming years under the ownership and operation of GPA, we look forward to seeing how the port continues to enhance its offerings to see an increasing cargo capacity with each passing month.

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Perenco Brazil

As part of the global Perenco Group, Perenco Brazil brings together the expertise and know-how developed across the global company and utilises this in developing new and exciting offshore developments for Brazil. A key area for oil exploration offshore Brazil is within the Campos Basin, where the first well was drilled as early as 1971. For over 50 years, the field has seen vast exploration, and now, through Perenco Brazil, the company has begun vital production from the Parago Cluster within the basin, now producing up to 20,000 barrels of oil per day. In delivering such vital oil production for Brazil, Perenco can achieve its central mission to deliver solutions that unlock stranded reserves whilst extending the economic life of the fields it works across. With this mission in mind, Perenco Brazil’s exploration of the Pargo Cluster is vital and looks to deliver valuable oil resources for Brazil.

Perenco Group currently operates across 14 countries worldwide, and across these locations, the company produces a gross total of 500,000 barrels of oil per day (boepd). In recent years, the company’s development in Brazil has been a key focus, especially following its acquisition of key oil fields from Petrobras in October 2019. However, Perenco Brazil, the Brazilian subsidiary of Perenco Group, has been operating in the country for many years, with the company awarded 5 deep water exploration licences in 2008 following a 9th round of licensing. The exploration block awarded to Perenco is held in partnership between the company and OGX and is located within the Espirito Santo Basin.

Whilst its other licences have been vital for Brazil’s energy development, it is the company’s acquisition of the Pargo Cluster from Petrobras in 2019 that has shaped Perenco’s current developments across Brazil. The Pargo Cluster is held 100% by Perenco and comprises a group of oil fields in the Campos Basin offshore Brazil, including the Pargo, Carapeba and Vermelho fields. The assets upon acquisition were mature developments and would require a revitalisation project to enhance their production. To achieve this, the Pargo Cluster Development Plan was developed and formally approved in 2021. The aim was to revitalise the oil fields across the Pargo Cluster and increase the production from these fields whilst extending their operational life.

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One of the central revitalising projects of the Pargo Cluster Development plan was the installation of a Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel, FSO Pargo. The FSO Pargo project saw the conversion development of a double-hulled vessel, with a 750,000 barrel capacity, that would receive oil from the Pargo platform. The vessel received its first oil from the Pargo Cluster at the end of 2023 and is now anchored by 9 moorings, which connect to a new integrated turret system. The oil is passed through the 2.8km pipeline to connect the FSO with the platform. Currently, the Pargo Cluster produces around 20,000 barrels per day, which is a stark contrast to the production level at 2,800 barrels per day when Perenco took it over in 2019. Today, the development of FSO Pargo forms part of Perenco’s $400 million investment into the Pargo Cluster and provides essential oil production for the country.

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Upon the announcement of the first oil delivered to FSO Pargo in December 2023, Yves Postec, General Manager of Perenco Brazil, outlines that “FSO Pargo first oil represents a major landmark for the consolidation of Perenco’s long term strategy for the Pargo Cluster. It will be able Perenco Brazil to structure a new scheme for marketing of Pargo oil, one that reinforces the company’s independent and bold values. This project perfectly illustrated the Group capacity to innovate and execute independently. Perenco is very proud of this important milestone”. As we can see from Postec’s comments, the development of the FSO and the overall development of the Pargo Cluster is a valuable field that is delivering significant results for Brazil. Therefore, with the development of FSO Pargo and the continued revitalisation of the Pargo Cluster, Perenco’s operations in Brazil add to the company’s broader strategy to maximise production and extend the life of the assets within the cluster for many years to come.

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However, Perenco has only continued to build on its operation in Brazil, and in April 2024, it acquired the Cherne and Barge oil field concessions. The acquisition deal is between Perenco Brazil and Petroleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) and will see the Cherne and Barge fields and two fixed platforms taken over. The platforms, PCH-1 and PCH-2, are located about 30km from the Pargo Cluster at water

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depths of 120-140 meters and had previously been hibernated by Petrobas in early 2020 and scheduled for decommissioning. Upon the completion of the transaction this year, Perenco is set to implement a vast redevelopment project for these fields and, in turn, restart production. The Cherne and Barge fields are expected to reach a target production rate of 10,000-15,000 barrels of oil per day, whilst Perenco looks to unlock more than 50 million stock tank barrels (mmstb) of reserves. Once in production, these are hoped to be linked with the FSO Pargo to continue enhancing the oil fields of the Campos Basin via a new export pipeline.

Armel Simondin, Chief Executive Officer at Perenco, outlined, “The acquisition is a new milestone for the Perenco Group in Brazil. Since the takeover of the Pargo assets in 2019 at a rate of 2,800 bopd, we have increased production to over 20,000 bopd and successfully installed our own FSO. Perenco is proud to deploy its know-how to extend the life of these mature fields and grow our footprint in Brazil”. What we can see from Simondin’s

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comments is that Brazil remains a vital development for the company, and through its constant focus on enhancing existing assets, Perenco can achieve its central mission to unlock and develop existing reserves to extend the economic life of fields by leveraging its solutions and expertise to add value to the industry’s existing mature field challenges.

Across Perenco Brazil’s operations, you can really sense the company’s appetite and capacity to develop the mature assets of the oil industry, in order to maximise production and deliver assets for a much longer life cycle. By investing in mature fields across Brazil, Perenco Brazil has delivered vast oil production for the region and, in turn, delivered the Pargo Cluster as a resource for the future of Brazil’s oil industry. With its vital Pargo Development Plan to the more recent acquisition of further fields across the Campos Basin, Perenco Brazil is aligning itself as a leading energy company on a mission to deliver a fair energy industry that brings together its expertise and innovative global spirit into solutions to enhance Brazil’s energy industry for the future.

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AngloGold Ashanti

Gold mining is one of the largest industries in Ghana and thus makes up a significant part of the country’s overall economy. With mining operations spread across the country, large-scale mining operations are delivering significant gold resources for the country and solidifying Ghana’s role as the largest gold producer in Africa. Therefore, as one of the largest mining companies in the world, it is no surprise that AngloGold Ashanti has vital mining developments in Ghana set on delivering gold resources to market, and adding to its diverse, high-quality portfolio of mining operations spanning the globe. However, AngloGold Ashanti is committed to delivering valuable resources whilst working to deliver vital community development and social change to support the regions in which its operations are located. For this reason, AngloGold Ashanti today is a leading mining company that delivers resources across Ghana, underpinned by its pursuit to empower people and advance societies.

Gold has long been a vital industry for Africa, as the continent is home to multiple large mining operations taking advantage of the rich gold deposits spanning multiple countries. AngloGold Ashanti currently has gold mining operations in Egypt, Guinea, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Across these, AngloGold Ashanti is focused on pursuing valuecreating opportunities, supported by its global expertise in the minerals and mining industry. However, Ghana is one of AngloGold Ashanti’s central developments in Africa, spanning the Iduapriem and Obuasi mine sites.

A key mining site for AngloGold Ashanti in Ghana is the Iduapriem Mine, located in the west of the country, spanning 137km2, inclusive of the Ajopa south-western region. The history of the Iduapriem Mine dates back to the early 1990s when Golden Shamrock Limited, the original owners of the mine, began construction of the mine with a semi-autogenous mill circuit and carbon-in-pulp (CIP) plant. By 1992, the mine had officially begun construction and poured its first gold. In 2000, AngloGold had purchased the site and began upgrades, which saw the mine’s operation output capacity increased to 4Mtpa following the merger of Ashanti with AngloGold in 2002. Today, AngloGold Ashanti has continued to expand the plant, which now delivers a 5.2 Mtpa capacity.

Across AngloGold Ashanti’s operations, the company is focused on developing methods that safely and responsibly manage mineral waste. When mining activities are conducted, tailings are produced are the waste residue that remains after minerals are extracted from mined ore. This waste residue is typically composed of finely mined ore, water and trace quantities of metals as well as some additives used in processing. Thus, managing this is essential for environmental and human health. Whilst some tailings are utilised as backfill in mines, most are deposited into surface Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF).

At the Iduapriem mine, AngloGold Ashanti has been working on developing a new Beposo TSF, which would take over from the existing Greenfields TSF. The first phase of the Beposo TSF has already been constructed, with the second phase currently underway. The construction of the Beposa TSF is being supported by local leading engineering and construction services, and will significantly help in the company’s goals to manage its tailings and implement the necessary regulations to avoid

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The other central mine site for AngloGold in Ghana is at the Obuasi Mine, which began operations in 1897, but, in recent years, the mine has run a more limited portion of its total facilities as it has been functioning under limited operational conditions since the end of 2014. However, in 2017, AngloGold Ashanti began developing an underground mine following a feasibility study into the area, which indicated a strong technical and economic case for the mine. Today, Obuasi encompasses an underground mining operation, located within the Ashanti region and consists of a single access decline with interlevel development between 15 and 30 metres, as well as various shafts. With a 20-year life of mine from its initial feasibility study, Obuasi has continued to expand its operations, and now the mine’s infrastructure includes a 2.4 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) processing plant with flotation and bacterial oxidation, hoisting shafts with associated infrastructure, and power and water reticulation facilities.

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Following the 2017 feasibility study receiving strong approvals from the AngloGold Ashanti Board, the current stage of the Obuasi mine’s development began with a three-phase approach that commenced in September 2020. The initial phase covered the conceptualisation and planning of the site, whilst the second phase focuses on the construction of the mine and its development, which was completed in 2021. Following the second phase, the mine expanded its capacity to 4,000 tonnes per day (tpd) of gold, with the final stage of the development set to increase this further to 5,000 tpd through establishing the necessary infrastructure to handle the ramping up of gold production in late 2024. However, as mining operations began, AngloGold Ashanti encountered difficult ground conditions, especially in high-grade areas. Thus, a hybrid mining approach was adopted during the 2024 mining development, using sub-level open stopes (SLOS) in the lower grade areas, and UHDF in higher grade areas. These were designed to help deliver a safer, more predictable and ramp-up profile

In May, African Underground Mining Services (AUMS) secured a A$1 billion contract via its Underground Mining Alliance Joint Venture, with AngloGold Ashanti. The contract outlines a 5-year contract where AUMS will deliver underground mining services at the Obuasi Gold Mine for AngloGold Ashanti. AUMS has previously worked with AngloGold Ashanti on the development of the Iduapriem mine, with AUMS working on the mining operations for the Iduapriem and Teberebie pits. Therefore, its role across the Obuasi Mine marks another key contract between the two companies. The new contract for the Obuasi Mine is estimated to be around A$1,020 million, and will be for services including underground development, production and related mining services. Thus, in working alongside AUMS, AngloGold Ashanti can bring greater development to the Obuasi Mine site and achieve even greater gold production for Ghana.

As both mines move towards the future, AngloGold Ashanti is passionate about ensuring that its operations are positively benefiting the local community through economic growth,

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empowerment and sustainability. One of the initiatives set up by AngloGold Ashanti is a 10year Socio-Economic Development Plan (SEDP). The initiative launched in 2022 outlines a clear strategy which ensures that those living in the host communities of the Obuasi mine reap sustained benefits from AngloGold Ashanti’s mining business. The 10-year plan aims to improve social development, deliver a diversified and sustained local economy and improve partnerships within the local community.

A key part of the development plan includes the partnership between AngloGold Ashanti and the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation and the Ghana Education Service, which distributes 34,000 numeracy and literacy books to public schools across Obuasi. This highlights the mine’s close relationship with the local community, and through the continuous implementation of the 10-year plan, aligned with the mine’s business, the SEDP and AngloGold Ashanti can support livelihoods through

things such as education until long after the life of the mine expires.

Across Ghana, AngloGold Ashanti’s operations are delivering vital gold resources for the country through the Obuasi and Idupriem gold mines. Each mine has seen its infrastructure developed to help deliver significant gold resources, for the benefit of Ghana’s economy, as it serves both local and international markets. However, across AngloGold Ashanti’s operations, there is a real focus on the communities in which its projects are operating within. With the development of the SEDP, AngloGold Ashanti continues to give back to the local community to ensure that its operations benefit those in the local community for many years to come. As AngloGold Ashanti looks towards the future, we look forward to seeing how the company continues to expand its mining operations across Africa and, in turn, deliver vital gold resources and community development for Ghana in the process.

Noble Drilling Guyana

As a dynamic leader in offshore energy development, Noble Corporation Plc has long facilitated innovative offshore drilling operations as a contractor for the oil and gas industry. The company’s central mission is to deliver vital drilling activities that can power the world responsibly, aiming to be the leading global driller for offshore energy projects. Therefore, Noble Drilling has positioned itself as the first choice for employees, customers and investors alike to facilitate drilling projects across the world. To achieve this, Noble boasts one of the most modern, versatile, and technically advanced fleets in the offshore drilling industry. This fleet is recognised for high quality and performance, and that is why it is one of the largest offshore drilling contractors in the world today.

Noble has been operating globally for over a century, beginning in 1921 with a single rig. From this initial vessel, Noble has continued to expand its fleet and now delivers vital drilling operations across both established and emerging energy regions worldwide. The company’s international growth has been driven by its central values to deliver the highest quality service and performance across its drilling operations. Most of Noble’s activities are conducted through its subsidiaries and contract drilling services. Across these, the company has a fleet of 25 offshore drilling units, including 12 drillships and semisubmersibles, and 13 jack-ups. These vessels are focused on delivering oil in ultra-deepwater and highspecification jack-up drilling projects worldwide.

A key place of Noble’s current drilling expansion is in Guyana, where its subsidiary Noble Drilling (Guyana) Inc. operates to deliver key drilling vessels to support the country’s oil field development. In Guyana, key oil developments are primarily located in the Stabroek Block, which is home to an expansive offshore oil and gas reservoir. The block is operated by energy giant ExxonMobil, in partnership with Hess and CNNOC. One of the most notable developments in the Stabroek Block is the Liza-1 development. The initial Liza-1 discovery was announced in 2015 by ExxonMobil and was the first significant oil find offshore Guyana. In 2020, Noble announced a drilling services agreement with ExxonMobil. The agreement outlines that Noble would facilitate the drilling services for ExxonMobil across the Liza-1 development within the Stabroek Block of the GuyanaSuriname Basin.

The agreement outlines that Noble will deliver ultra-deepwater drillships, which are already in operation in Guyana for ExxonMobil, and utilise them for delivering new drilling for the project. The vessels include the Noble Bob Douglas, Noble Tom Madden, Noble Sam Croft and Noble Don Taylor, which are Gusto P-1000 design ultra-deepwater drillships that can operate at depths of up to 12,000ft. The rigs, which commenced operation in 2013 and 2014, are equipped with the necessary advanced drilling system and subsea control technology to facilitate the drilling of ExxonMobil’s oil project across Liza-1 for Guyana.

Thus, the agreement signed between Noble and ExxonMobil is vital in helping to deliver valuable resources to Guyana’s energy sector. For this, Noble plays an important role as a leading drilling contractor, helping global energy giants such as ExxonMobil deliver vital drilling solutions for the future. The president, CEO and chairman of Noble in 2020 outlined that “The Guyana-Suriname basin stands as one of the world’s premier offshore exploration and development opportunities. Since establishing an operational presence offshore Guyana in March 2018 with the Noble Bob Douglas, we have continued to expand our footprint in the region”. The CEO’s comments highlight the pivotal and expansive role that Noble has continued to play across Guyana’s energy sector, as its drillships have long been used to deliver vital energy development projects for the benefit of the country’s energy delivery and economic growth.

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Upon the announcement of the contract extension, the CEO of Noble outlined that “We are extremely pleased to further our relationship with ExxonMobil and their partners offshore Guyana. This award demonstrates the capability of the Commercial Enabling Agreement to align the interests of Noble and ExxonMobil while continuing our participation in one of the world’s premier offshore exploration and development opportunities and supports additional investment by Noble in local content”. The CEO’s comments here exemplify how pivotal Noble remains in bringing such valuable resources to market, thanks to its modern fleet of drillships.

However, Noble’s role alongside ExxonMobil doesn’t end there, as ExxonMobil is continuing its pursuit of more oil and gas resources with the support of Noble Drilling. Since it began operations in Guyana, ExxonMobil has made over 30 new discoveries, which equate to more than 11 billion barrels of oil equivalent (boe). Therefore, as ExxonMobil continues to expand its reach across Guyana’s Stabroek Block region, it looks set to hand more work out to the four drill ships currently in operation by Noble in Guyana. The Noble Tom Madden, Noble Sam Croft, Noble Don Taylor, and Noble Bob Douglas have secured an additional 4.8 rig years of backlog in Guyana, which has extended

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each rig’s contract. In particular, the Noble Bob Douglas rig is conducting vital activities with assistance from multi-purpose subsea vessels that are designed for well intervention, subsea construction and equipment installation, as well as inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) services.

One of the central focuses of Noble in Guyana is delivering its drilling operations with sustainability in mind. For the global company, Noble is focused on reducing its carbon intensity by 20% by 2030. To achieve this target, the company is committed to trying and testing energy consumption methods, including monitoring, energy management, behaviour programs, and natural energy efficiency upgrades that help its vessels and operations remain as sustainable as possible. In fact, with

more than 100 years of experience behind it, responsible drilling is a core value of the business. Today, the company has developed such initiatives as the Energy Efficiency Insights (EEI) program, which monitors the energy consumption across its rigs. Through EEI, and with the support of the sustainable behaviour programme, Noble could deliver a 6-10% reduction in fuel consumption and derived emissions. This aims to help the company move towards global net-zero targets and ensures that when customers choose Noble for its drilling operations, they know that they are supported by a company pushing towards sustainable targets.

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green methanol in place of traditional diesel. By making this switch, the rig could result in up to a 95% reduction of carbon dioxide emissions. This development could pave the way for an exciting next step in the company’s development to bring energy efficiency, safety and sustainability to the forefront of its drilling operations across the world.

Across Noble’s operations on both a global and local scale, there is a real focus on delivering drilling operations that help companies achieve their energy operations to bring vital oil and gas resources to market. Through Noble’s fleet of modern, versatile and technically advanced vessels, the company is the leading offshore drilling provider. With energy operations across the world utilising Noble’s drilling

solutions, the company plays a valuable role in supporting the energy sector and in turn helps bring economic development to countries across the world as they make the most of the energy resources offshore their countries. One of the most vital parts of Noble’s operations is its commitment to sustainability. By fostering sustainable practices from its design to its delivery, Noble can deliver vital energy development whilst working to protect the planet for future generations. We look forward to seeing how Noble’s fleet continues to service ExxonMobil’s developments in the Stabroek Block off Guyana’s coastline for many years to come.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch: Combatting Ocean Pollution

Written by Carley Fallows

We’ve all heard about the effects of plastic pollution on the planet, whether from ending up in landfills or littering natural habitats. However, with more and more plastic being produced, and the plastic already created not going anywhere as it doesn’t biodegrade, plastic is turning up in all aspects of life, from the food we eat, the water we drink and the landscapes we live in. One of the most prominent examples of plastic polluting the planet can be seen in the form of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in the North Pacific.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is the largest accumulation of marine debris in the world, formed through naturally occurring currents that push waste into two distinct collections of debris, making up what is coined the ‘Pacific Trash Vortex’. The reason that rubbish ends up in this area is due to the subtropical gyre, which sees the California, North Equatorial, Kuroshio and the North Pacific current meeting and rotating clockwise across 20 million square kilometres. These currents push marine debris, which leads to it getting trapped in the centre of these currents in a more stable and calmer zone. In these calmer waters, surrounded by the currents, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch has been formed.

However, whilst you might be thinking that the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is like a floating island of rubbish, you’d be wrong. Instead, it’s actually two distinct collections of debris, many of which are made up of tiny pieces of plastic. These tiny bits of plastic are called microplastics and are formed

from plastic waste being broken down by the sun through a photodegradation process. These microplastics are then joined by larger debris such as ghost fishing nets, which turn the Great Pacific Garbage Patch into an area of murky water littered with waste rubbish of all sizes.

Whilst the exact amount of debris that makes us the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is unknown, it has been estimated to be around 100,000 tonnes, which puts it much larger than it was previously calculated to be. With this much waste, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch can be compared in weight to that of 740 Boeing 777s, according to Ocean Cleanup, which begins to capture the vast nature of this debris accumulation. With plastics making up a large majority of this material, it only continues to grow as the plastic will not biodegrade, and so it remains stuck there.

A central concern when it comes to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and the wider pollution of the ocean is the impact that such plastics and

waste material can have on the environment and subsequent ecosystems. Within the subtropical gyre, species such as sea turtles and seals are at risk, mistaking plastic bags for food or getting caught in disposed of or abandoned fishing nets, causing them to drown. Furthermore, as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch continues to grow, it will block out more and more sunlight, resulting in algae and plankton not being able to grow. This will mean food chains will be disrupted, which could have wider implications on feeding grounds and the subsequent ecosystems.

Therefore, it’s clear that ocean cleaning solutions are needed to help stop the Great Pacific Garbage Patch from growing and clean up what has already accumulated. However, cleaning up such plastics that are present in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a difficult task, as many are suspended at varying depths, and many are the same size as many sea animals, which could result in them being captured if a standard net technique were utilised. However, Ocean Cleanup, a non-profit environmental engineering organisation, has been working on developing solutions to help clean up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

Since its operations began, Ocean Cleanup have been carrying out research in both the laboratory and in the field, to optimise its positive impact on the environment. Through innovative solutions, it has been working to help reduce ocean pollution by capturing waste in the ocean, whilst also working to prevent such materials from ending up in the ocean

in the first place. For the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, Ocean Cleanup has developed System 03, which is its current ocean cleaning technology innovation, that is designed to capture plastic ranging from small pieces as little as just a few millimetres in size to large debris.

One of the ways that System 03 is so effective is due to computational modelling, which helps to predict where the hotspots are whilst the Great Pacific Garbage Patch moves around with the currents. By tracking where these hotspots occur, it can direct its vessel to these areas and collect more plastic, whilst also cutting costs and reducing emissions. Plus, System 03 has been constructed with deterrents, cameras, escape aids and other features to help minimise the risk posed to marine wildlife. Therefore, with the help of System 03, Ocean Cleanup believes it can clean the entirety of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in just 5 years.

Across the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, one thing is for certain: the amount of plastic we produce

across the world is a growing problem, especially when it is not biodegradable and not enough of it is being recycled. Instead, we are leading to our entire ecosystem being littered with microplastics, which is having a detrimental effect on the world’s oceans. Whilst Ocean Cleanup’s work is vital across the world, and particularly at the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a move towards more biodegradable options is needed to help limit plastic pollution on a global scale and protect the planet’s oceans.

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Africa remains a vital player in global energy markets, with valuable oil and gas deposits across both onshore and offshore fields that supply essential energy resources to power daily life. With such an expansive energy industry across the continent, Perenco, a leading independent global hydrocarbon producer, has been present in Africa for many years, investing in African energy projects in the hope of generating substantial capital expenditure across its operational countries. One of the most prominent countries for Perenco’s current development in Africa is in Gabon, where Perenco Oil and Gas Gabon (POGG) has spent over three decades delivering the country’s energy needs. Its operations across the country remain crucial to energy delivery, with POGG now producing approximately 110,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in Gabon.

The Perenco Group currently operates in 14 countries worldwide, aiming to be a responsible operator focused on enhancing the energy sector and establishing itself as a leading international independent hydrocarbon company. With solutions tailored to meet the needs of its customers and provide vital resources for life, Perenco boasts extensive experience across its global projects. This expertise is brought together by POGG in Gabon to deliver innovative technologies that support the energy transition through projects focused on investing in the future of Gabon’s energy infrastructure. POGG has been vital to Gabon’s energy sector, and since 2006, it has been the sole commercial gas producer providing essential natural gas to power the Libreville and Port-Gentil power plants, providing 70% and 100%, respectively, of the power for each city. Thus, with significant operations in Gabon, which powers major cities with the majority of its power, Perenco are instrumental in the delivery of energy across the country.

Across Gabon, Perenco operates within both onshore and offshore fields, developing various projects set on delivering vital energy resources to Gabon. One of the most significant developments is the Cap Lopez LNG Terminal, which is set on positioning natural gas at the centre of the development’s growth strategy, making the project one of Africa’s most ambitious energy developments. The project spans the existing Cap Lopez Terminal, which was acquired from TotalEnergies by Perenco in 2021, and aims to introduce a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel, which will monetise Gabon’s offshore gas reserves and reduce gas flaring.

The FLNG unit, once built, will deliver a capacity of 700,000 tons of LNG and 15,000 LPG annually, supported by storage infrastructure capable of holding up to 137,000 cubic metres. In May, Dixstone, an affiliate of Perenco, announced that it had signed an engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and integration (EPCCI) agreement with Technomak for the LNG project, featuring the FLNG barge offshore Gabon. The project is part of a $2 billion initiative that aims to serve as a catalyst for energy diversification and broader economic growth in the country.

Thus, the Cap Lopez LNG Terminal project marks a major step towards advancing the offshore

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module solutions offered across Africa, and it hopes that through the development in Gabon, it can contribute significantly towards global efforts for cleaner energy and a lower carbon footprint. The flagship project will be the first large-scale gas development following the final investment decision (FID) in 2024 and is set to bring greater regional security and industrialisation towards Gabon’s energy sector. Once completed, the Cap Lopez LNG Terminal project is expected to come online in 2026 and begin delivering significant gas resources for the country.

However, Perenco’s exploration of Gabon’s energy sector does not end there, and instead, the company has continued to cement its role as a premier independent hydrocarbon producer operating across Africa’s energy landscape. We saw its continued development in early 2024, when POGG announced the successful start-up production from an appraisal well spudded at the Hylia Southwest Discovery. The drilling exploration took place within the Ntchengue Ocean reservoir (NTO) and revealed substantial oil-bearing columns and reinforced the potential of the lower Madiela carbonate formation just 10km south of the existing Hylia field. Thus, POGG installed a 10km pipeline and a

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Fololo platform to fast-track the production testing through the Hylia platform facilities. The platform was completed in 2023, equipped with an electrical submersible pump, helping to produce 3000 barrels of oil per day (bopd). As further testing continues to be carried out, it is currently estimated that the NTO and Madiela reservoirs could hold between 20 to 100+ million barrels in place, and so studies continue to be launched across the region for further drilling potential.

Adrien Broche, General Manager of POGG, outlined in the press release announcing the start of production from the Hylia South West Discovery, that “The Hylia South West Discovery is another success in POGG’s ongoing ambitious exploration campaign. It comes only a few months after the Wamba discovery, which is still producing 2000 bopd. More exploration wells are planned to be drilled offshore and onshore in Gabon in the coming

months, including at both Wamba and Igonguino. We look forward to further leads being as positive as Hylia South West”. What we can see from Broche’s comments is POGG’s commitment to continually developing the energy infrastructure of Gabon in order to deliver vital resources that position the country as a vital energy producer for Africa.

Across Perenco’s operation in Gabon, there is a real focus on bringing valuable resources to market by investing in the necessary infrastructure to make the most of the country’s energy potential. Through the establishment of the Cap Lopez FLNG facility to the appraisal well drilling at Hylia South West, Perenco continues to expand its footprint across the country’s energy sector, and with more wells and exploration planned, POGG continues to play a significant role in developing the energy resources of Gabon for the future.

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ExxonMobil Nigeria

Nigeria is one of the largest oil and gas producers in Africa. Consequently, many global energy players have vital operations throughout the country aimed at bringing these essential resources to market. For ExxonMobil, its operations in Nigeria focus on exploring and producing crude oil and natural gas, while manufacturing petroleum products to support the country’s energy sector. Given Nigeria’s reputation for substantial energy production, it is unsurprising that the oil and gas sector contributes significantly to the country’s economic growth. Through a variety of affiliate companies, ExxonMobil has long played a crucial role in Nigeria’s energy sector, delivering energy resources to meet global energy demands in the most responsible manner possible.

Across Nigeria, ExxonMobil is heavily focused on the upstream aspects of oil and gas production, with its primary focus covering the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. Across these operations, the company then covers the transportation and sale of crude oil, natural gas and petroleum products. For this reason, ExxonMobil is a vital manufacturer and marketer of such commodities across Nigeria and the global market. In Nigeria specifically, ExxonMobil has 5 upstream affiliate companies which cover 5 deepwater blocks. These include Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited, Esso Exploration and Production (Offshore East) Limited, Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater West) Limited, Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Upstream) Limited and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater Ventures) Limited. Across these 5 companies, ExxonMobil spans some of the most vital offshore fields surrounding Nigeria to deliver vital oil and gas products to market.

One of the most notable fields for ExxonMobil and Nigeria’s energy development is the Erha Field

located off the Nigerian coastline, roughly 85 nautical miles from the Port of Lagos. Within this field, Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (Esso E&P Nigeria) operate the Erha development inclusive of the Erha terminal. The terminal consists of a spread-moored floating production and offloading (FPSO) unit, which can store 2.2 million barrels of crude oil. The development of the terminal began over 10 years ago in 2003, with production starting in the first quarter of 2006. The terminal remains a key focus for Esso E&P Nigeria today and is now one of the largest FPSO platforms in the world. Today, the Erha Terminal can store 2.2 million barrels of oil (MMbbl), with a capacity to handle 210,000 barrels per day (b/d). In addition to this, the terminal has a capacity of 340 thousand cubic feet per day (Mcf/d) of gas for reinjection, with a 150,000 barrels per day capacity for water reinjection.

Across Erha there are three subsea centres, these are named Erha DCE, DCW and DCN. Both DCE and DCW have a total of 24 wells, of which 15 are producers, whilst 4 are water injection and the remaining 5 are gas injection. DCN has 8 wells, half

are used for production and the other half are used for water injection. The development is operated by Esso E&P Nigeria, which holds a 56.25% participating interest in the OML 133 production-sharing contract area where the terminal is located. The remaining 43.7% is owned by Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (Shell Nigeria E&P Co.).

A field that is currently undergoing vital development is the Usan Field located in the OML Block 138. The field, which is operated by

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Aside from ExxonMobil’s focus on delivering vital energy resources in Nigeria, the company remains committed to achieving its operations in a sustainable way. ExxonMobil is committed to improving the quality of life and so continues to invest in solutions and initiatives that will support tomorrow whilst delivering the vital energy resources for today. ‘Protect Tomorrow’ is the guiding principle behind ExxonMobil’s sustainability approach, and it is with this in mind that the company is aiming to pursue $30 billion in lower-emission investment between 2025 and 2030. This is a mission that the company is already largely on track with, as it is actively focusing its business plans on reducing its overall emissions.

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Whilst ExxonMobil’s operation in Nigeria remains vast, there is a key central focus to deliver the vital infrastructure, investment and development to help the country’s energy sector thrive. With vital operations spanning some of the most

lucrative deposits along the West African coastline, ExxonMobil Nigeria is set on delivering vital economic growth to the region supported by its dynamic and reliable energy delivery operations. As the company moves towards the future, it continues to balance the need for energy resources with a focus on reducing emissions on a global scale. Therefore, through vital energy delivery operations, it is set to continue to enhance the country’s energy development and help deliver these resources to key markets across the world.

MODEC Offshore Production Systems Pte Ltd.

MODEC has been operating as a leading provider of solutions to the floating offshore oil and gas market for more than 50 years. Across this vast history, MODEC has been on a mission to unlock the potential of the ocean and deliver vital resources that will benefit humanity. MODEC achieves this through its delivery of engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services to the offshore sector, supported by innovative technologies which work together to help meet the challenges of the energy sector across the globe. In recent years, Singapore has remained a valuable market for the company’s development, with MODEC Offshore Production Systems (Singapore) Pte Ltd. working to provide valuable support to energy developments across Singapore and the surrounding regions.

Since 1968, the global MODEC Group has been a leader in the floating solutions market for the offshore oil and gas industry. Many of these solutions include Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) or Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessels, which are essential for supporting the delivery of energy to markets by enabling oil and gas companies worldwide to extract resources from wells and transfer them through pipelines to these vessels, where they can then be distributed across the local region. However, with most wells situated in deep offshore waters, they are often exposed to harsh conditions. Therefore, MODEC is dedicated to providing solutions that address the unique and challenging conditions of its clients’ deposits to supply vital energy, and with it, ensure customer satisfaction.

In Singapore, MODEC Offshore Production Systems is committed to providing EPCI services and, with it, the delivery of FPSOs and other floating production systems. MODEC Offshore Production Systems often works alongside Offshore Frontier Solutions Pte Ltd., a MODEC Group Company, to handle the EPCI aspects, whilst the wider MODEC group offers engineering support for oil and gas extraction and offshore exploration in Singapore. MODEC’s operations through these two subsidiaries bring vital offshore solutions to the energy sector in Singapore, and through this to the wider region.

In fact, in recent months, MODEC Offshore Production Systems announced that it was opening a new execution centre in Kuala Lumpur. The centre will be facilitated by Offshore Frontier Solutions, part of the MODEC Group, who will be responsible for supervising subcontracting detailed engineering activities, whilst overseeing the hull and module construction works. These will be completed at local shipyards, which will help manage offshore installation and commissioning activities. The centre will be the heart of MODEC’s Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), Pre-FEED execution, project proposals, research and development, as well as digital analytics. Through this execution centre, MODEC will be able to deliver innovative and efficient solutions for the benefit of its clients both in Malaysia and across the world.

The first project to be achieved by the Execution Centre will be the FPSO Gato do Mato project. The project will be delivered for Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda, which awarded the development to MODEC in March. Whilst the final project will be located offshore Brazil, the development and construction of the FPSO will be facilitated by MODEC via the execution centre in Malaysia. Thus, the centre serves as a vital development hub in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, strategically positioned and supported by the necessary facilities to become a key driver of MODEC’s growth across the region. Through the leveraging of MODEC’s skilled workforce across the facility, the company is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of its clients and the global energy industry.

The development of the Execution Centre in Kuala Lumpur adds to MODEC’s global capability centre, which it developed in Bengaluru in India. MODEC announced in October 2024 that Offshore Frontier Solutions has partnered with Toyo Engineering India Private Limited. The joint venture company, TOTO MODEC OFS India Private Limited (OFS India), will execute the FEED and detailed engineering and provide procurement support for the topsides of FPSO projects among its primary business activities. The Global Capability Centre opened officially in June 2025, and both the capability centre and execution centre highlight MODEC’s growing role across the region to enhance the delivery of energy solutions across the world.

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Ide’s comments bring into focus the vital and comprehensive role that MODEC can provide to the offshore energy industry, and through such vital developments across Malaysia and India, reinforced Singapore’s role as a leading energy solutions provider.

At present, the global MODEC Group currently has 20 FPSOs and FSOs in operation at offshore fields in places such as West Africa, Asia, Oceania, the Gulf Coast of Mexico, South America, Brazil and the North

Sea. Across these projects, MODEC delivers the best services possible through turnkey solutions that harness the energy potential across the world. By ensuring that its vessels are equipped to manage the often-harsh conditions, MODEC ensures that each project’s life cycle is maximised to deliver significant returns for the customer and the global energy industry in the process.

To remain ahead of its competition, MODEC continues to develop its FPSO and FSO solutions, and in recent years has developed two new types of hulls that are designed to optimise the future of offshore energy development. These vessels bring together MODEC’s best-in-class design and construction technology to deliver top-of-the-line FPSO and FSO projects that will see the next generation of energy production. One particular development of note is the M350™ and the MODEC NOAH™, which will help it take its energy development potential to the next level through their innovative hull designs. However, aside from its development of new hull designs, MODEC also has a key role in converting oil tankers into FPSOs and FSOs. The company has been redeveloping oil tankers for over 40 years and has built a strong reputation within the global market as a leading oil tanker conversion company.

In achieving its delivery of new and redeveloped FPSO and FSO vessels, MODEC relies on its network of shipbuilders and shipyards around the world to fully implement its EPCI works on its projects. Across its global network, MODEC has more than 6000 employees across 15 countries worldwide who help it to achieve its project visions. In addition to this, MODEC also relies on outsourced shipyards and companies that help it achieve its projects using local knowledge and expertise. Through this network, MODEC can maintain its competitive lowprice points and achieve greater flexibility across its operations by building and developing FPSO and FSO vessels utilising its connections on both a local and international scale.

What we can see across MODEC operations, both on a global scale and specifically in Singapore, is that the delivery of high-quality and innovative floating solutions is allowing the company to position itself as a leading offshore floating solutions provider for the oil and gas industry. Through the execution of facilities, cutting-edge technology and innovative FPSO/FSO vessels, MODEC is set on delivering a world where the oceans’ potential is harnessed to support humanity, aided by global subsidiaries that are vital in expanding its network across the world.

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Port of Milwaukee

From its home on the western shore of Lake Michigan, the Port of Milwaukee is a vital hub for shipping operations connecting Wisconsin with important markets across the US and along international shipping routes. The port’s central mission is to enhance the economic and social well-being of the city through trade, business, and employment supported by its port activities, which position the state as a leading centre for domestic and international transportation and freight distribution services. Handling approximately 2.3 million metric tons of cargo annually, it has continued to strengthen its reputation as a key player in the state’s trade, helping to maintain Milwaukee as a watercentric city, where businesses and communities thrive thanks to the port’s maritime operations.

The Port of Milwaukee, overseen by a sevenmember board of Harbour Commissioners, aims to foster shipping and economic development in Wisconsin and neighbouring states through its top-tier domestic and international transportation and freight services. The Port can accommodate vessels up to a maximum draft of 8.08 metres under normal water conditions and up to 304.8 metres in length. Additionally, the port features two dedicated barge berths with drafts exceeding 5.5 metres. These facilities ensure the port can efficiently manage cargo from both local and international clients.

Vessels arriving at the Port of Milwaukee gain access to a range of services to offload and unload cargo across 330,000 square feet (sq. ft) of covered warehouse space. This is specifically designed for bulk, steel and general cargo, but there is also 30,000 sq. ft of climate-controlled space should a customer’s cargo require it. This space is utilised by customers spanning a multitude of industries, with common good transported including steel, wind turbine components, brewery tanks, mining equipment, yachts, forest products, transformers, farm equipment, construction machinery, manufacturing equipment, bagged materials and other project cargoes. With such a vast array of products moving through the port, we can

begin to understand just how vital the Port of Milwaukee is in supporting these industries, and in turn, the local and national economy.

One of the main reasons the port can support such a variety of cargoes is due to the commercial operational flexibility of the port, which is unique to the Western Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway inland waterway system. This is largely aided by the Port’s location, which allows it to serve primary markets across the State of Wisconsin, as well as northern and western Illinois, and eastern Minnesota via both road and rail services. The Port benefits from its proximity to railroad links, which provide the port with the valuable infrastructure to get cargo moving from the port and across the country seamlessly. The Port of Milwaukee is served by two Class I railroads: the Union Pacific (UP) Railway and the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway. These provide an essential link to other states, and so vessels stopping in Milwaukee can use the port to distribute their products throughout the region and onto the national marketplace. This reliance on the railroad infrastructure has been further

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developed by the Port of Milwaukee as it also owns and maintains 14 miles of its own rail track, which connects up with the UP and CPKC railways.

In addition to the railroads, the Port of Milwaukee is also directly served by the Federal Interstate Highway System with the I-94/794, which allows trucks to drive directly into the port. This ease of access to the port for the land freight forwarders and trucking companies allows for a quicker turnaround on shipment pick-ups and therefore a speedy delivery to customers. Consequently, through almost 350 miles of highway connection, the Port of Milwaukee provides direct access from its ports to crucial trade hubs such as Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Peoria, Des Moines, Moline, Indianapolis, Madison and Green Bay.

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integrated transportation network across the state to help the Port continually meet its logistics and shipping needs. With such a vast network, it’s no surprise that the Port’s operations have reaped significant economic benefits both to people and the local economy, with more than 1,300 jobs created through the port, and $155.7 million generated in economic activity, with $100.3 million in income generation. Thus, in its commitment to stimulating trade on both a local and international scale, the port continues to be largely successful in delivering vital benefits for all those involved.

Aside from cargo and the State’s import and export activities, the Port is also home to a thriving tourism sector, which sees thousands of global passengers descend on the port annually. For the Port of Milwaukee, it aims to be a premier destination for tourists seeking a diverse and vibrant travel experience. Cruise tourism is vital for bringing significant economic benefits to the local economy, and the cruise business of the Port of Milwaukee is no exception. Every year, multiple different cruise companies arrive at the Port on travel itineraries that include Milwaukee. The typical cruise season spans from late April until mid-October, and so the 2025 cruise season for the Port of Milwaukee is well underway. The inaugural cruise ship to call at the City of Milwaukee for the 2025 season was Viking Octantis, marking it as the fourth consecutive year this vessel has opened the cruise season for the port.

Over the upcoming season, the Port of Milwaukee expects around 22 cruise vessels to arrive at the port, spanning 44 itineraries. These calls are estimated to bring around 11,000 global passengers to Milwaukee, providing a significant benefit to the local economy. Other vessels arriving at the Port this season will include Viking Polaris, Pearl Mist, and, after a 7-year hiatus, the port will see a return from cruise vessels from Victory Cruise Lines. What we can see across the Port of Milwaukee’s cruise services is that the tourism sector is vital for the local economy, and with the repeated arrival of giant cruise liner companies such as Viking and Pearl Seas to the shores of Milwaukee, it is an industry that will continue to expand. Thus, with the vital infrastructure and services in place, the port is primed with the expertise to service these vessels, bringing benefits to both its visitors, local economy and the port, thanks to its growing reputation as a leading cruise port of call.

From cargo movement to cruise itineraries, the Port of Milwaukee is primed to be a leading hub for maritime activities located at the heart of the Midwest of the US. As the Port moves towards the future, it will continue to expand on its port offerings to enhance its delivery of maritime services and help it to keep cargo moving, supported by its integrated infrastructure to boost local and international trade for many years to come.

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THE WORLD OF Mad Bee Honey

For centuries, honey cultivated by beekeepers in the Black Sea region and the Himalayas has been used to treat a range of medical ailments from hypertension, diabetes, arthritis or even a sore throat. In small doses, the honey produced in this region is said to have a profound effect on the human body, but what is this effect, how is it produced and why does the honey sell for such a high price?

The bees in places such as Nepal are pollinating plants across the landscapes to produce honey which has a slight hallucinogenic effect on the human body. This honey is produced in areas where there are a high number of rhododendron plants. Rhododendrons contain a group of neurotoxic compounds called grayanotoxins, and so when bees pollinate these plants their resulting honey contains traces of grayanotoxin. Therefore, in places where there are widespread rhododendron plants, for example in the mountainous regions of Nepal, the bee’s honey contains much higher levels of this toxin. The resulting honey containing these toxins is reported to be redder in colour, with a slightly more bitter taste than the honey many of us know.

The most notable effect of the honey is euphoria, light-headedness, and dizziness – causing it to be called ‘mad’ honey by many. In low doses, the honey is said to have a slight hallucinogenic effect on the human body, however, if we were to consume it in high quantities the honey can cause serious complications including vomiting, loss of consciousness and even death. Therefore, in low doses, it has been used for centuries to treat

a range of medical issues in countries across the world where this type of honey can be found. Although, as there is no way to control the amount of rhododendron pollen consumed by the bees, cultivators can never be sure of the potency of the resulting honey, so the effects can vary from season to season depending on the flowering of the rhododendron plants. Therefore, while the medical benefits of the honey cannot be guaranteed, the honey is, however, still used and sold across the world in very low doses for a variety of uses.

The ‘mad’ honey is known to be one of the most expensive types on the market, initially due to its hallucinogenic effect but also due to the extremely demanding conditions to retrieve the bee’s raw honey. Rhododendrons typically grow in high altitudes and so the hives of bees which produce the honey with high amounts of neurotoxic compounds are also found high in the mountains.

Therefore, it is both difficult and dangerous to retrieve the honey, as hunters must climb down the side of the mountains amid swarms of bees to get to the hives. The hunting for the hallucinogenic

honey extends back for centuries and so gathering and cultivating it has become a tradition. For many locals their communities have been sustained by agriculture for generations, however, many people have left their rural villages to work abroad, so hunting for honey remains a way that many villagers near these hives can reconnect with their ancestors.

Overall, the production and cultivation of ‘mad’ honey is a natural phenomenon which is both intriguing and dangerous. Whilst, the potential mood and pain effects are desired and effective for many, the retrieval and potential risks that it comes with makes it a dangerous game - but one that many locals are willing to take. Consequently, many tourists travel across the world to experience the effects of the honey, and many more seek it out to purchase it online. However, we can’t help but wonder whether the bees feel the hallucinogenic effects of the pollen too…

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Across the global shipping industry, A.P. Møller – Mærsk (Maersk) is likely to be a name you are very familiar with, especially for its integrated transport and logistics services across the world. The company, a global leader in logistics services, today operates across more than 130 countries worldwide, supported by approximately 100,000 employees across the globe. With such a vast array of experience behind the company, it is no surprise that companies across the world choose to move their products with Maersk, knowing each and every delivery is supported by their full sea and inland transportation service. Across these services, Maersk ensures that no matter the cargo or destination, the company is committed to getting its customers’ products where they need to be – and in a cost-effective and timely manner. For North America, Maersk brings its expertise together to deliver full inland services that ensure cargo can smoothly travel across the region and onto key trading markets through its transportation routes.

Across North America, Maersk is committed to delivering well-connected, agile and reliable logistical solutions supported by its global network. In North America, there is a wealth of commodities being shipped locally across the region, as well as overseas to partners in places such as Europe. For Canada specifically, mining and technological development are at the forefront of the country’s development, and so these resources are vital for exporting within and across the country. These materials can include things such as fuel, vehicles, and machinery, which play a valuable role in supporting the economy of Canada. The United States of America (USA) sees a similar array of products shipping to and from its shores, with vehicles, electrical machinery, and even petroleum and gas products making up its key shipped commodities. Across Mexico and the rest of North America, items such as manufactured goods, electronic components, fuels and other energy products lead its import and export operations. Therefore, with such a wealth of products being shipped both within and from North America, it’s no surprise that Maersk is relied upon heavily for its services spanning across the region.

Across North America, Maersk offers regulated shipping services across many major ports. For Canada specifically, Maersk offers regular shipping services across its ports spanning both the east and west coasts, including services to the Port of Montreal, Port of Prince Rupert, Port of Halifax, Port

of Surrey and Port of Vancouver. In the USA, Maersk calls at ports along the entire coastline, including large-scale ports such as Port of Los Angeles, Port of New York, Port of Savannah and Port of Seattle – to name just a few. In Mexico, Maersk serves the likes of Port Altamira, Port Lazaro Cardenas, Port of Manzanillo, Port Progreso and Port Veracruz with shipping services. Across these ports, customers gain access to Maersk’s international ocean fleet, which ensures that all shipping operations from North America can reach global markets more easily.

One of the things that separates Maersk from its competitors is its international network, which is committed to delivering effective solutions that extend beyond the ports. Once cargoes reach end ports, both across North America for imports, or across the world as exports, Maersk provides full-inland services, which help to move the cargo from end ports to its end markets. It achieves this through its own transportation fleet supported by local transportation companies that help move cargo across roadways, railways and inland waterways.

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Many of the countries operating under Maersk in North America are vital trade partners, with Canada, the USA and Mexico playing a vital role in each other’s import and export markets. Across these markets, Maersk delivers its expertise to streamline supply chains to help get cargo from manufacturers to end markets much quicker. Across all of these services, Maersk is committed to delivering a full inland service, which ensures that whether travelling by sea, road, railway or barge, its customers’ supply chains are continually supported by its fleet and global network of expertise.

When dealing with such a diverse array of cargoes across North America, Maersk is committed to delivering the perfect shipping solutions that meet the needs of each cargo. This can include break bulk or refrigerated items, all of which require specific shipping needs, and it is these cargospecific requirements that Maersk thrives on providing. A great example of this is across Maersk’s operations in Mexico, where it provides specialised refrigerated cargo services which ensure produce and temperature-controlled items arrive in perfect condition. This attention to detail helps Maersk support North American supply chains by providing a cost-effective and reliable service that meets the

exact needs of each cargo. However, this seamless movement of cargo wouldn’t be possible without Maersk’s network of local suppliers to help provide complete and integrated supply chain logistical solutions that cover cargo from the start to the end of its journey.

In July, Maersk released its North American Market Update, which outlined that the shipping links between Europe and North America have remained strong, whilst shipping between the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East and Africa to North America is beginning to enter peak season. The demand for shipping between North America and West Africa remains firm, with garment and coffee volume expected to rise between North America and East Africa. In terms of shipping between AsiaPacific and North America, Maersk outlines that trans-Pacific import demand increased in June. To meet the demand, Maersk have reinstated its vessel capacity that has previously been downsized. The larger capacity should help meet the growing

demand. These market updates remain vital to helping Maersk stay ahead of the game in delivering the best shipping facilities possible, which meet and expand its offerings based on demand. This ability to stay on top of current and predicted cargo demands helps Maersk remain a leader in the industry, set on delivering its customers’ supply chains in the most effective way possible.

Across Maersk, there is a firm commitment to simplifying global logistics to help connect key markets and, through this, deliver an integrated world where shipping and logistics solutions like we have seen across North America can connect the whole way round. As the company looks towards the future, we look forward to seeing how it continues to enhance the shipping and logistics sector of North America, whilst working to continually build its network spanning all corners of the globe. With such a wealth of expertise behind it, it’s no surprise that Maersk is a leading shipping and logistics provider for North America and its customers’ supply chains.

Thai International Freight Forwarders Association

On a mission to deliver Thailand as a key logistics hub operating across Asia, the Thai International Freight Forwarder Association (TIFFA) brings together the key players within the country’s freight forwarding industry under one governing body to build regional growth and strengthen the country’s role as a cargo shipping partner of choice. With operations spanning more than 35 years, TIFFA focuses on networking, education and industry development to ensure that every member operating under the association meets the highest standards in the freight forwarding sector to deliver Thailand as a leading logistics hub operating across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

TIFFA was established in March 1987 by a group of freight forwarders operating across the country who saw the need for a fixed body that could help deliver more regulation, structure and reliability for the country’s freight forwarding industry. This need for a governing body was so crucial, as previous to the establishment of TIFFA, Thailand had seen a vast surge in cargo imports and exports across the country; however, the freight forwarding activities were not well recognised and instead were viewed as a kind of brokerage service from the perspective of the government and private sectors. Therefore, the original members of the association submitted the proposal for a freight forwarders association to the Board of Trade in Thailand (BoT), which was fully supported and then registered with the Ministry of Commerce. After this registration, TIFFA was officially inaugurated in March 1987 and saw an increase in members joining the association over the coming years.

The establishment of TIFFA was vital for many industries across Thailand, including the electronics, agriculture, furniture, and manufacturing sectors, which all relied heavily on the reliable movement of goods both across Thailand and international markets for the country’s economy. However, one of the most vital industries that TIFFA benefited is the

automotive industry of Thailand, which saw many car parts arriving in the country from overseas, which would then be assembled in Thailand and sent throughout the country via freight links to ports for international shipping. Therefore, as the automotive industry was so lucrative for Thailand, the founding freight forwarding companies of TIFFA needed a way to ensure that the movement of such valuable cargo was supported by the same regulatory standards seen across the world, to ensure its exports remained competitive in global markets.

Today, TIFFA is home to over 250 members, ranging from ordinary to association members. TIFFA members all have the same combined goal of developing the country’s freight forwarding industry to keep cargo moving throughout Thailand and onto end markets through seamless supply chains. Since its establishment, TIFFA has continued to benefit Thailand, providing essential structure, regulation and support to its members. Ordinary members gain access to utilisation of the TIFFA logo to signify their role with the association, as well as things such as

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group liability insurance, logistics news, networking, training and education. For TIFFA, education and training are some of the most valuable aspects of its membership, because through these, TIFFA can help shape the future of Thailand’s freight forwarding industry.

To support education and training across the Association, TIFFA has established the International Transport and Business Academic Institute. The school provides essential education on both practical and theoretical training, which is vital to helping its members grow within both the local and global freight forwarding industry. Thus, by delivering expertise, education and knowledge across its members, TIFFFA can create a more experienced workforce for the country that is ready to transform the future of Thailand’s freight forwarding industry.

In recent years, TIFFA introduced the TIFFA MARK certification, which outlines a standard assessment to develop the quality of its member services by assessing logistics business quality standards. The role of the TIFFA MARK is to help raise

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the quality of management of international freight forwarding, set a foundation for freight forwarding to operate on both locally and internationally, and to help promote recognition from both government and private sectors across the world of a member’s international freight forwarding business. Members with this certification highlight their expertise in the freight forwarding space, and so these businesses gain international recognition for their excellence within the sector.

When we last covered TIFFA, we highlighted its work across the Inland Container Depot (ICD) Lat Krabang, where the Association had been granted a 10-year concession from the State Railway of Thailand to operate and manage the facility. The ICD is one of the most active terminals in Bangkok, and so TIFFA’s role in managing the facility is pivotal for the country’s freight forwarding operation, providing its members with access to international markets via the ICD’s integrated service offerings. In recent months, TIFFA launched a new ICD station in the Lat Krabang area named the TIFFA Logistics Centre. The Logistics Centre will help TIFFA enhance its network and offer more options for connecting freight transport between the central region and Thailand’s major container port.

The introduction of the new TIFFA Logistics Centre follows the expansion of manufacturing

sectors across the country, with the introduction of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project. The data from this project highlighted that the central and nearby regions were vital for importing and exporting, and so the development of the new Logistics Centre would meet these needs. The new Logistics Centre will help TIFFA deliver even greater opportunities for its members to serve international and local markets, operating as a new strategic hub for multimodal transport operating between Thailand and neighbouring countries. Equipped with comprehensive services, the TIFFA Logistics Centre has the capacity to handle up to 25,000 Twentyequivalent units (TEUs) per month or 300,000 TEUs per year.

Across TIFFA’s operations, there is a real focus on enhancing the country’s freight forwarding business to deliver it as a vital hub serving marketing across the ASEAN and beyond. With the development of education, the TIFFA MARK certification, and the introduction of new ICD facilities, TIFFA is continually striving to provide its members, and in turn, the country’s freight forwarding industry, with the vital tools and resources to thrive. We look forward to seeing how TIFFA will continue to expand its offering across the country, to further position the Association and its members as a leading logistics hub.

International Zinc Association

Zinc is one of the most valuable metals used in our everyday life. Zinc is present in all aspects of daily life; whether from the phone you likely have in your pocket, the way you got to work this morning, or even the food you eat, for all of this, zinc is likely playing a key role. The valuable nature of zinc is what established the International Zinc Association (IZA), the only organisation that is dedicated exclusively towards the interests of zinc and its users. For IZA, it is on a mission to provide global leadership, coordination and value on strategic issues of the zinc industry. This includes aspects of market development, operating licenses, communication and sustainability, as the central focus for IZA is to highlight the valuable role of zinc in the world.

Today, the zinc industry is a $40 billion a year market, with the utilisation of zinc consumption expected to hit 652 tonnes globally by 2030. With such a valuable role across the world, IZA is passionate about championing zinc use globally, whilst growing and protecting zinc markets. Key aspects of its operations include licensing for zinc operations and coordinating with those within the zinc industry through networking. Through these operations, IZA hopes can promote and develop a positive impact of zinc across the globe and leverage member funding to highlight the vital role zinc plays in our everyday lives.

At present, members of IZA include those spanning the mining and refining industry, and it is these that are given full membership under the Association as leading players within their respective zinc industries. These members are given seats on the Association’s board of directors to help oversee the progress and development of the zinc sector through the Association’s operations. As a full member, companies and stakeholders are also eligible to vote in the Annual General Meeting, which helps to drive the mission of the Association and continue to influence IZA’s decisions going forward in promoting the zinc industry.

Affiliate members include exploration companies, recyclers, oxide producers, first users of zinc and other companies whose operations concern the development and promotion of zinc. Then, Associate members include all of these within the industry, including trade associations, universities, research institutes and non-commercial organisations that work with their members and the Association to develop and understand the valuable role of zinc across global markets.

One of the central focuses of the Association is education and promotion, because by highlighting the vital role zinc plays in the development of everyday life, and the role it will play in the future, IZA can promote it as a vital metal of choice for a range of future developments. Today, zinc is present in a range of markets, including manufacturing, steel galvanising, technology, and market development, as well as in environmental, health, and sustainability sectors. This means that almost every day we are coming into contact with something that has utilised this vital metal to help in its functionality or project delivery. Therefore, IZA’s operations are

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To highlight the valuable role of zinc across such an array of industries, IZA has established two central committees: the Environmental and Sustainable Development Committee and the Technology and Market Development Committee. These committees are made up of experts and specialists across the industry from its member companies and work together under the association to address the sustainable development of zinc, whilst ensuring that once sourced, this vital metal will be utilised across the world as a metal for the future.

One of the most exciting industries adopting zinc is the rechargeable battery industry. Zinc plays an important role in the development of

rechargeable batteries, many of which are used in electric vehicles. Rechargeable batteries have been at the forefront of decarbonisation efforts as governments across the world are pushing for the implementation of electric vehicles in place of petrol and diesel vehicles. This global shift aims to reduce carbon emissions, and so rechargeable batteries have seen great investment in the last 15 years.

For many years, rechargeable batteries have tended to focus on lithium, which is widely utilised across multiple operating systems for energy storage. However, zinc provides a flexible, long-life cycle and highly powered battery option which can operate at a variable temperature whilst maintaining its performance. Zinc batteries are also non-

toxic, often more cost-effective to make and are importantly recyclable. This ensures that even when a zinc battery reaches the end of its life, the metal can be reused to create more, making it a great sustainable option for the future of energy storage.

Sustainability and the impact on human life remain a key drive for IZA, as it works to promote the adoption of zinc across industries as a sustainable alternative, that, like with rechargeable batteries, plays a vital role in developing future decarbonization goals. However, IZA also remains focused on the role zinc plays in human life, and for many, the prevalence of zinc deficiencies among young children. According to IZA, 15% of the global population is zinc deficient, with 116k children estimated to die from zinc deficiency every year due to a weakened immune system.

This is a growing concern in developing countries, and so IZA has established the Zinc Saves Kids initiative in partnership with UNICEF to deliver cost-effective and high-impact solutions to treat zinc deficiency. This includes food fortification, macronutrient supplementation, and treatment for

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diarrhoea. Since Zinc Saves Kids was established, the initiative has raised over USD 4 million, helping to improve the survival and health of young children experiencing zinc deficiency. The role of IZA as part of Zinc Saves Lives highlights the association’s commitment to developing the adoption of zinc for infrastructural, technological, sustainable and health development.

Across IZA, there is a real passion about the role of zinc across the world and the valuable role it will continue to play in development for many years to come. The association brings together those vital to the development of the metal across the world, and through its operation, IZA can protect, enhance and promote the industry on a global scale. With so many industries relying on zinc, it’s clear that this kind of promotion, regulation and development is vital in helping to continue to develop the world towards a more sustainable future. Thus, with the support of its commitments, members and initiatives, IZA will continue to lead the adoption of zinc across the world to support life now and in the future.

Amec Foster Wheeler

As an industry leader for consulting, engineering and project delivery, Amec Foster Wheeler, now part of the global Wood Group Plc, harnesses its expertise to help the global company design the future of energy and materials. From design to engineering and installation, Wood is determined to find solutions that best suit its clients by carrying out in-depth FEED and engineering studies to deliver innovative solutions for continuous development. One of the key focuses of the company is to deliver projects that tackle some of the world’s most complex and critical challenges in the energy and materials sector, with the company’s combined 160+ years of experience.

Amec Foster Wheeler began as a multinational consultancy, engineering, and project management company, however, following an acquisition by the Wood Group (Wood) in October 2017, it saw the company combined into the overarching Group’s role in delivering project, engineering and technical services to both the energy and industrial markets. The acquisition cost Wood £2.2 billion and would see the global company take on

Amec Foster Wheeler’s expertise in engineering and utilise this expertise to better develop Wood’s engineering services across the world. Upon the acquisition of Amec Foster Wheeler, Wood’s Chief Executive Officer, Robin Watson, outlined that “this transformation acquisition creates a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We become a business of significant scale and enhanced capability delivering services across a broader range of geographies and sectors, differentiated by the quality of our people, enabling technology and now how”. Watson continues that following the acquisition, “Wood is better placed to serve customers than ever before, with a more comprehensive range of capabilities and the potential to deliver efficiency integrates solutions with fewer customer interfaces”. Watson’s comments highlight the unified role Amec Foster Wheeler will play in helping the new Wood Group deliver more seamless, cost-effective and diverse project offerings backed by the experience gained by both companies over the years. Therefore, today, as part of the Wood Group, the company continues to strive towards a future where it is globally recognised as a leader in the engineering design field.

Across Wood, more than 13,000 skilled workers are helping deliver projects that prioritise digitalisation, decarbonisation and the optimisation of the energy industry. They achieve this by partnering with clients to deliver full engineering services across asset lifecycles for the energy industry. This spans all the way from the early phase engineering, including the planning and developing new facilities to reviewing, improving, or decommissioning of existing infrastructure. The purpose of such detailed early planning is to ensure the success of the project by assessing the most suitable logistical and commercial project parameters to enhance production and optimise the performance of assets. In addition to this, Wood ensures that all operations and developments

decision made by its client is based-on real world data backed by Wood’s extensive operations knowledge.

With such attention to detail behind every development Wood covers, the company has garnered a reputation for delivering top quality projects on time and to schedule supported by its thorough design integration, supply chain and construction management, production of construction deliverables, home office support to construction, development of operating manuals, commissioning, and start-up planning.

One of the central missions of Wood is to ensure all development are backed by safety and regulations. This firm backing ensures that every operation from the development, all the way through the production, and into the management is supported by regulations to uphold the best possible safety standards for the people working on the project and the environment. This can be anything from legal regulation for various projects, down to the vital personal protective equipment

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further develop Malaysia’s energy sector. The agreement would see, the Group Managing Director of ICE Petroleum become a majority shareholder of Wood Group Engineering Sdn Bhd, which will trade under the name ICE Wood. The partnership set out a new chapter for Wood in Malaysia, with the two companies leveraging their roles across the engineering and energy development sector, to deliver “impactful, differentiated solutions for clients operating critical energy infrastructure” according to Ralph Ellis, Wood’s President of Operations across Asia Pacific. These vital developments in Malaysia, highlight just one of the vital places where Wood is working to develop its engineering projects alongside vital local partners

to helps make energy projects and local energy sectors thrive.

From the original Amec Foster Wheeler company to its acquisition by Wood, a focus on delivering valuable engineering projects that deliver vital energy development across the world remains evident. From the initial development, all the way down to the maintenance and management of a project, Wood is passionate about delivering assets that will thrive across oil, gas, carbon capture, hydrogen, power, renewables, chemicals, life sciences and minerals, and metal markets. As a globally recognised leader in engineering design, Wood is invaluable for the future of energy development.

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