Big Data adds up to big savings for upstream players

• 12 November 2018

The upstream sector could save as much as US$75 billion annually thanks to digitalisation and Big Data. In its new report, Digitalisation in upstream: Show me the money, global natural resources consultancy Wood Mackenzie dug into the numbers to see exactly what Big Data could do for Big Oil – and smaller players too.

Ensco beefs up fleet with Rowan deal

• 08 October 2018

Offshore driller Ensco is poised to buy smaller rival Rowan in an all-stock deal valued at $2.38 billion.

Global upstream project delivery is finally hitting the mark

• 14 August 2018

Has the oil and gas industry finally turned around its reputation for always delivering upstream projects behind schedule and overbudget? Emerging signs of improved execution suggest companies are getting it right after a period of dismal performance on project returns, according to a new Wood Mackenzie report.

Exploration industry eyes a brighter future at EAGE

• 12 June 2018

In his keynote address to the EAGE 2018 Conference in Copenhagen, Andrew Latham, vice president, global exploration, at Wood Mackenzie, told delegates that the exploration sector emerged from the downturn in better shape, and the economic outlook is looking bright.

IMO aims to halve global shipping emissions. But, what will it cost?

• 12 April 2018

The IMO is gearing up to cap sulphur emissions. Wood Mackenzie looks at the potential impact the new regulations could have on the shipping and bunker fuel sectors.

Global Polyethylene Markets: 6 Key Things to Look For in 2018

• 16 January 2018

The year 2018 will be recorded as the "transition year" for the polyethylene industry. Widely anticipated North American polyethylene resin will hit the global markets, China's ban on importing scrap plastic will challenge the prevailing trends, and new tax structures in the United States and India will show its full impact on the plastic industry.

Producers double down on hedging in Q3 2017

• 29 November 2017

Hedging activity surged in Q3 2017 as oil producers rushed to lock in rising prices for future production, according to Wood Mackenzie's latest analysis of oil and gas hedging activity.

Majors start shaping strategies to capture a piece of the renewables action

• 26 September 2017

Renewable energy sources are set to radically reshape global energy markets. For the Majors, this poses a threat to legacy oil and gas operations, but is also an opportunity to diversify and future-proof portfolios.

Revival of deepwater industry: best projects closing gap

• 30 March 2017

The deepwater industry has emerged from the downturn leaner and more competitive with US tight oil

IMO 2020 regulation could cost shippers extra US$60 billion a year

• 28 February 2017

The 0.5 wt% sulphur cap for bunker fuels could have far-reaching repercussions

Bulks Webinar 2025

• 24 July 2025

Join Wood Mackenzie’s Bulks team on Thursday 24 July, as our experts explore critical insights in bulks commodities.

Enlit Europe 2023

• 03 August 2022

Meet our team at this year's Enlit Europe 2023, taking place in Paris, France | 28-30 November

Webinar | North American Natural Gas Summer Outlook 2025

• 30 April 2025

Join Wood Mackenzie on Wednesday 30 April, for our Summer Outlook where our experts will discuss the primary risks facing the North America natural gas market this summer and host a Q&A to address your most relevant questions.

Webinar | Cutting through hydrogen cost confusion

• 06 June 2024

Join Wood Mackenzie as we explore the true costs of hydrogen production.

Webinar | Hydrogen: what to look for in 2025

• 10 December 2024

Join Wood Mackenzie as as our experts dive into the key themes to look for in 2025.

Webinar | Hydrogen and Derivatives: Existing Demand and Future Industries

• 26 June 2025

Join Wood Mackenzie as as our experts explore the dynamic landscape of low-carbon hydrogen, ammonia and methanol.

Webinar | Carbon offsets: How to realise value in the net zero transition

• 06 June 2024

Webinar | Making the connection: meeting the electric T&D supply chain challenge

• 15 October 2024

This webinar will dive deep into the electric T&D supply chain challenge, examining the underlying drivers of demand, supply constraints and future trends.

Webinar | Carbon offsets: How to realise value in the net zero transition

• 06 June 2024

Why oil and gas exploration is still important

• 27 May 2021

As the energy transition gains pace, questions are being asked about exploration's continued relevance. Does the industry still need to find new barrels? How committed are the Majors to exploration?

Steel Product Suite

Attain market clarity with industry-leading steel research and analysis in this fast-changing environment

Australia-China relations continue to sour

• 13 May 2021

With China buying around a third of everything Australia exports on a value basis, the downward spiral in Sino-Australian diplomatic relations is clearly of concern.

Full steam ahead: the changing outlook for global marine fuels to 2050

• 20 August 2024

Global maritime trade set to grow by more than 40% by mid-century.

Oil price crash dents timeline of Australia’s second wave of FIDs

• 26 March 2020

Wood Mackenzie’s latest analysis reveals that Australia’s next wave of LNG projects are likely to be delayed.

Webinar | APAC Upstream Outlook 2025

• 25 February 2025

Join our webinar on the 25th February as we discuss the outlook for APAC Upstream oil and gas

Horizons Live: Conflicts of interest

• 14 May 2024

Transitioning to a net zero global economy is a monumental investment challenge. Meeting the challenge, already an outside bet, will have to happen against a less favourable monetary backdrop than the world has been used to since 2009. This month's Horizons live panel discuss the cost of investing in the energy transition in a high-interest-rate era.

Horizons Live: Taking the strain

• 29 January 2025

Watch the Horizons Live replay as industry experts analyse how the upstream sector can meet rising oil and gas demand amid a delayed energy transition. Discover insights on investment needs, supply challenges, and the impact on global energy markets.

What's driving energy investors?

• 14 July 2022

The oil and gas sector is back with a bang in the stock market this year, reversing the flow of capital towards low-carbon energy plays. Investors have found the surging cash flow and dividends irresistible.

Brent set to average $65/b in 2019

• 21 January 2019

Global markets were volatile heading into the new year. Oil has been no exception, with Brent trading between $62 per barrel on 7 December 2018 before falling to $51/b on 21 December. Mixed macroeconomic data have driven much of the volatility, with political uncertainty compounding concerns of a sharper than expected economic slowdown. What's the outlook for 2019?

Oil demand faces downside risks; supply shortage not anticipated in 2022 with lots to watch out for

• 19 January 2022

Wood Mackenzie releases its Oil markets: 5 things to look for in 2022 report which discusses the uncertainties and issues impacting global demand, oil supply and refining markets this year.