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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“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
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
A spokesman with the California Natural Resources Agency said the state remains committed to prohibiting new offshore drilling and protecting coastline communities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 27, 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
Seven offshore drilling rigs stand in the vicinity, with three permanently shuttered, and four temporarily out of operation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2024
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