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Shell Begins Production at Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Project
Shell announces first oil from the Vito deep-water development in Gulf of Mexico, featuring simplified design and 100,000 barrels per day peak production capacity with advanced safety systems and envi
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Energy Infrastructure
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ExxonMobil Plans $20 Billion Guyana Oil Expansion
ExxonMobil announces massive offshore development in Stabroek Block, targeting 1.2 million barrels per day production capacity with advanced FPSO vessels and carbon capture technology integration.
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BP Starts Major Gas Project in Trinidad and Tobago
BP begins production at Cassia Compression Platform, boosting natural gas output from existing fields by 25% and extending field life through 2030 with innovative compression technology.
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