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OCS Lease Expiration: MMS Denial of Suspension of Operations Upheld

The Energy Law

The lessee, ATP, acquired its interest in the lease located in the Mississippi Canyon Area, Offshore Louisiana a little more than two months before expiration of its primary term, which the IBLA described as a “risky venture.” In denying ATP’s request for an SOO, the MMS relied upon its Notice to Lessees No.

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

Maintaining that the plaintiff qualified as a seaman under controlling Fifth Circuit precedent but questioning that precedent in light of Supreme Court case law, the panel urged the Fifth Circuit to review the case en banc. Smart Fabricators of Texas (“SmartFab”) fabricates steel and repairs oil and gas drilling equipment.

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

Maintaining that the plaintiff qualified as a seaman under controlling Fifth Circuit precedent but questioning that precedent in light of Supreme Court case law, the panel urged the Fifth Circuit to review the case en banc. Smart Fabricators of Texas (“SmartFab”) fabricates steel and repairs oil and gas drilling equipment.

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The Crucial Role of Plastic Thread Protectors in Ensuring Project Success

DIC Oil Tools

Role of Plastic Thread Protectors: Oilfield plastic thread protectors serve a crucial role in protecting the threaded connections of pipes, drill bits, casing, and other equipment used in the oil and gas industry. Here are some specific aspects and features of oilfield plastic thread protectors: 1.

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Subsea Plugging & Abandonment: Light Well Intervention Vessel Overview

Drillers

Tower Training Vessel Classifications DNV GL classifies offshore drilling and support units based on a set of variables. The vessels commonly used for both intervention and P&A can be divided into three categories; Mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU), well intervention unit (WIU) type 1 and well intervention unit Type 2.