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Russia and Caspian upstream in brief

20 September 2019

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20 September 2019

Russia and Caspian upstream in brief

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The Russia and Caspian upstream in brief provides Wood Mackenzie's expert opinion and analysis of the key events impacting the upstream industry in the region. We draw upon our upstream database and data tools to help deepen our clients' understanding of the region. The report primarily focuses on exploration and appraisal drilling, project developments, production, licensing, fiscal and regulatory changes, geopolitics, and corporate and M&A activity.

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- Uzbekistan GTL secures critical US$2.3 billion financing
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- Commercial oil production launched at Yaro-Yakhinskoye
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- NOVATEK signs new deals for GBS construction, equipment for Arctic LNG-2
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- OPEC and Russia ink new production cut deal
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