The latest round of U.S. sanctions targeting two of Russia’s largest oil exporters has pushed crude oil prices higher, with benchmarks on course to end the week with a gain after a string of losses. At the time of writing, Brent crude was trading at $65.63 per barrel, with West Texas Intermediate at $61.43.
US pipeline operator Kinder Morgan said Wednesday it is evaluating new projects to support natural gas exports to Mexico, amid rising power demand in the country. The Houston-based company is pursuing more than US$10 billion in opportuniities including liquefied natural gas (LNG) development, new power plants and exports to Mexico.
Curious Minds Corner
What’s the term for deviating a well bore directionally while drilling?
Directional drilling, which today may go horizontal for 2 miles or more.