In 2024, the oil and gas mergers and acquisitions activity reached levels not seen in years. What makes this consolidation wave particularly significant is that it occurred despite softer commodity prices, signaling a fundamental shift in industry strategy from growth-focused…
Bottom Line Up Front: The construction industry faces persistent labor shortages requiring 439,000 new workers, slowing but growth in commercial spending, and accelerating digital transformation. Project managers and owners are faced with higher costs, extended timelines, and supply chain challenges…
The Critical Role of Refineries in Our Daily Lives The world’s refineries process tens of millions of barrels of oil daily, converting crude oil and, in some cases, much smaller volumes of bio-feedstocks into the fuels that power our cars,…
Natural gas infrastructure development remains strong heading into H2 2025, driven primarily by LNG export demand. While large-scale crude oil pipeline projects are unlikely this year, several major natural gas pipelines are under construction or nearing completion. Key Projects Moving…
Energy construction projects face unique challenges in today’s market with fluctuating oil prices and changing tariff regulations. This article explores how these factors impact construction materials, workforce, schedules, and offers strategic approaches for project managers. Oil Price Impacts on Construction…
Midstream companies are increasingly adopting AI for emissions management, risk assessment, maintenance, storage optimization, and regulatory compliance. For project managers overseeing pipeline, processing facility, and terminal construction, these technologies provide powerful solutions to longstanding challenges in safety, efficiency, and environmental…
Introduction The midstream oil and gas sector faces unique challenges when undertaking new construction projects. These large-scale endeavors involve substantial capital investment, complex technical requirements, and significant risk exposure. This article outlines the primary risks encountered in midstream oil and…
Midstream oil and gas project managers occupy a critical position in the energy supply chain, overseeing the transportation, storage, and wholesale marketing of petroleum products. A skill set that involves emerging technologies, lifecycle emissions, and carbon intensity metrics. Renewable energy…
Last year in oil was marked by chronic trader pessimism about Chinese demand and downplaying supply disruption risks. It was a stable year in prices—and the stability could continue in 2025 depending on geopolitical tensions, economic growth, and infrastructure capabilities.…