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What's new this month | February 2012

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Whats New imageUpstream M&A in uncertain times

Luke Parker discusses some of the highlights of our M&A Service Annual Review of Upstream M&A and shares our thoughts for 2012.

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What to Watch in 2012: Rude Awakening,Renewed Strategy

North America

The 2012 gas markets looks to be a rude awakening for producers in particular, the mild winter weather will not be the only thing different in the gas market. Click below to register for our latest report, to see what the key changes to watch for this year.

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Podcast: global exploration trends.

Latin America

The oil and gas exploration industry is enjoying an excellent run of results - new field volumes are up and full-cycle returns continue to be healthy. Giant oil discoveries underpin much of this positive story with remarkable discoveries in Brazil’s Santos Basin.

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Review of 2011 - UK upstream sector.

Europe

Record capital investment, successful 2nd phase licensing round, but fewer new fields onstream and lower E&A drilling. Click below to find out more.

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The monetisation options for Ghana's gas.

Africa

Recent exploration success in Ghana is set to transform the country’s gas industry, potentially making it a net exporter of gas. Click below to learn more.

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Russia oil and gas production - what the future holds?

Former Soviet Union

Russia is the number one hydrocarbon producer and looks set to retain this position through the next decade. It will however be challenging for Russia to meet its Energy Strategy target of 10.7 million b/d of oil and 85 bcfd of gas by 2030. Click below to find out more.

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Iran - Potential Implications for the Energy Industry

Middle East

We assess what the implications for the energy sector would be of further US and EU sanctions against Iran and/or closing of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Wood Mackenzie to present at China's Iron Ore conference.

Asia Pacific

We are delighted to present at the upcoming China Iron Ore conference on the short and long view: mapping out China’s future iron ore requirements: How much?, Where from? And at what cost? Click below to register for a copy of the presentation.

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Gross Refining Margins - Outlook for 2012.

Global

The refining environment in 2011 was dominated by unexpected events and our 2012 base case remains vulnerable. This highlights the need to keep up-to-date with market developments and how our forecast in 2012 may change. Click below to receive the latest Insight.

Highlights


Global LNG: A Review of 2011

 The LNG industry witnessed a number of significant shifts in 2011 that will shape the industry for many years to come. | February 2012


Are the days numbered for Russian feedstock exports?

 Register for this Insight which looks at the new oil export tax regime recently employed across Russia | January 2012


Fundamental Perspective on Brent-WTI Differential Podcast

 Our latest podcast considers the US supply outlook for tight oil, ongoing refinery projects and logistic developments. | December 2011


Podcast: global exploration trends

 Andrew Latham reviews global exploration trends and how remarkable discoveries in Brazil's Santos Basin have lifted results. | December 2011