AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOffshore Energy Watch: Halliburton has signed long-term integrated drilling and completions contracts for TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu deepwater project in Suriname’s Block 58, using a digital, automated execution model to improve well placement and cut overall costs, while also upgrading local mud and cement capabilities and supporting Suriname’s first drilling and completions workshop. FPSO Innovation: SBM Offshore, Technip Energies and TotalEnergies’ STS joint venture will evaluate wind-assisted kite-towing for the GranMorgu FPSO, aiming to reduce towing duration and fuel use on the China-to-Suriname journey through phased R&D and onshore testing. Security & Interior Governance: Suriname’s Justice Minister Harish Monorath warned that lawlessness can’t be excused in the interior after 14 armed Chinese nationals were arrested during a joint police and military operation near Sarakreek in Brokopondo, an area linked to illegal gold mining. Local Industry & Exports: Suriname’s push for stronger local participation in international markets is echoed by regional industry calls for more firms to position for export opportunities. Exploration Update (Gold): Founders Metals reported new gold results from its Antino project in southeastern Suriname, including a first-ever Antino Northeast discovery with 58.5m grading 1.00 g/t Au.
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