Will international shipping be net zero by 2050?

• 23 October 2023

Upgraded decarbonisation targets present a huge challenge for marine fuels

Coronavirus and China’s jittery commodity markets

• 04 February 2020

The WHO has announced that the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), first detected in Wuhan, is now a ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern’. As of February 4, there are over 20,000 cases of 2019-nCoV confirmed globally, the vast majority within China.

Singapore carbon pricing: an accelerating trend?

• 07 April 2017

As the first Southeast Asian nation to adopt a tax on carbon, Singapore could encourage other countries to follow suit

Will changing demand hamper North American refiners?

• 16 March 2017

Despite the prolonged low-price oil market over the past year, North American refiners have largely remained in good financial health — but changes in the supply and demand landscape are creating uncertainties.

How uncertainty will define the oil market in 2021

• 28 January 2021

Covid-19 and the oil price crash sent shockwaves through the oil market in 2020. How will continuing uncertainty affect global demand, supply and refining in 2021?

Oils & Chemicals

• 14 November 2023

Explore how oils and chemicals are connected, from feedstocks to end products, with in-depth analysis and insights.

Wood Mackenzie and Ball Corporation announce satellite data analytics collaboration

• 11 November 2021

Wood Mackenzie, Inc. a Verisk business (NASDAQ:VRSK), and Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) announced today that they have formed a strategic agreement between the two organisations to accelerate the development of advanced analytics for energy markets.

How will India’s extended lockdown impact the energy sector?

• 06 May 2020

Our experts unpack the effect of the coronavirus crisis on energy demand in India, the world’s fifth-largest economy.

Back to the future: the Horizons year in review

• 09 December 2021

We touched on a number of issues this year with our new thought-leadership series. Post-COP26, it's time to review the articles and put them in recent context.

Refinery Intelligence

Gain unparalleled access to real-time refining operations across the world critical to understanding the full picture of crude oil and refined product supply and demand.

North American oil & gas commodity data: how does WoodMac compare to EIA?

• 24 July 2025

Changes at the EIA spark questions about the continuity and accuracy of US energy reporting.

Upstream Service

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Refined Products Wholesale & Retail Markets Services

Wood Mackenzie provides a comprehensive view of the fuels market and its future evolution, as well as clarity of the short- and long-term oil product markets.

The impact of tariffs on Canada’s export market

• 20 March 2025

Shifting tariff regulations between the US and Canada are reshaping the oil market, creating new opportunities for traders. Canada’s exports to other countries could see significant growth, leading to shifts in market dynamics and price volatility.

Saudi Arabia’s price push for oil market dominance in Asia

• 21 April 2020

Competition is fierce and struggling Asian refiners must now take full advantage of the abundant crude options to maximise their margins.

Fifty years since the first oil shock: how much has changed? | Podcast

• 20 October 2023

US oil production has reached unprecedented levels, but what implications does this hold for our energy security? Join the latest episode, where host Ed Crooks joined by Robbie Orvis and Amy Myers Jaffe, delve into the intricate world of energy dynamics, past and present.

The Energy Gang podcast: the EU's plan for energy self-sufficiency

• 03 June 2022

The energy crisis is showing no signs of abating. There’s a shortage of energy, and the world’s efforts to transition to low-carbon energy are met with countless hurdles.

Horizons podcast: Scraping the barrel

• 06 March 2023

Is the world running out of high-quality oil and gas? Valentina Kretzschmar, Head of Energy Transition at Capricorn Energy and Andrew Latham, Vice-President of Energy Research at Wood Mackenzie join to discuss this month’s Horizons topic.

Five themes dominating China’s energy scene in 2022

• 27 January 2022

Economic growth, stability in energy prices, energy transition, dual-control targets and relations with the US, are the top five themes to watch out for in China’s energy outlook this year, says Wood Mackenzie.

China’s Q2 2020 oil demand shows signs of recovery

• 26 May 2020

According to the latest analysis by Wood Mackenzie, China’s oil demand will recover to 13 million barrels per day (b/d) in Q2 2020, a 16.3% jump compared to Q1 this year.

What does the US-China trade deal mean for refiners - and for the market?

• 20 January 2020

After over a year of trade tensions, the US and China signed a “phase one” trade deal on 16 January. As part of the deal, China has agreed to increase the value of energy imports by US$52.4 billion above 2017 levels over the next two years. What could it mean for the oil market?

Oil: Our Latest Thinking

• 16 November 2020

Get the latest oil news and insight from our energy industry experts.

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Oil Supply Tool

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Webinar: IMO 2020 impact on upstream producers, LNG and bulks

• 07 May 2019

Join us on this upcoming webinar where our industry experts will discuss how and where the ripples will be felt as we edge nearer to the implementation date of 1st January 2020.

Webinar | After the crash: what's changed in Latin America upstream?

• 23 June 2020

Latin America quickly responded to the oil market downturn. NOCs and Majors cut production and pushed back imminent FIDs. However, as Latin America has many large developments that break even below US$40/bbl, several projects are still under operators’ priority list. • Investments: The region is among the largest capex cut globally. How much has development spend been cut? • Production: We expect a 7% reduction in 2020. What are the long-term implications? • Economics: Latin America upstream NPV10 down by a third. Which resource themes have been hit the hardest? • Corporate: Are Latam NOCs prepared for the tough road ahead?

Webinar: IMO 2020 impact on upstream producers, LNG and bulks(2)

• 07 May 2019

Join us on this upcoming webinar where our industry experts will discuss how and where the ripples will be felt as we edge nearer to the implementation date of 1st January 2020.

Horizons Live: The Big Ban

• 30 June 2022

Watch on demand as we answer your questions about the consequences of the Ukraine war on commodities, and how governments, companies and investors must respond as the outlook for energy is transformed.

Faked signals, real risks: AIS disruptions spread in the Gulf

• 23 June 2025

Electronic interference complicates maritime operations in the Strait of Hormuz and beyond

Is CCUS viable in power generation?

• 03 October 2025

Lower capture costs and enhanced decarbonisation incentives will be needed if carbon capture is to materially help decarbonise the global thermal power fleet