offshore drilling
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Public debate about offshore drilling concentrates on the possibility that large oil spills will occur, with subsequent damage to the coastal environment.
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Interest costs of nearly $400 million annually have weighed on earnings and slowed debt reduction, even as offshore drilling conditions improved.
From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026
“The powerful combination is well-timed to capitalize on an emerging, multi-year offshore drilling upcycle,” said Transocean Chief Executive Keelan Adamson.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
Fellow offshore drilling company Transocean has agreed to acquire Valaris in an all-stock deal worth $5.8 billion.
From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026
The bill also would make offshore drilling more difficult by tightening the safety and regulatory requirements for pipelines.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025
Shell, which has been pushing to sell its assets in the West African country to focus on offshore drilling and onshore gas, has indicated it will defend the claims.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2025
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