ExxonMobil and Turkey’s TPAO signed an MoU to evaluate offshore exploration and development opportunities in the Black Sea and the Mediterranean, with no targets disclosed.
Aker Solutions expects lower 2026 activity than 2025 and will resize capacity. Just over 500 roles may be affected, including about 300 linked to the Verdal yard.
U.S. authorities seized tanker Olina near Trinidad on 9 January 2026, the fifth recent action tied to Venezuela sanctions enforcement and deceptive flag tactics.
Equinor says Empire Wind 1 could be cancelled unless the US stop-work order is lifted and key construction restarts by 16 January 2026, as the company pursues an injunction.
Maersk’s new WTIV built by Seatrium has completed South China Sea sea trials and is due for delivery by 28 February 2026, following a December settlement.
