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CSR Summary: Hiring ex-combatants

Equion Energy received accolades for a program in which it hired demobilized combatants as part of a transitional initiative. This and other Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) related news in our periodic summary.

Tuesday, May 17th, 2016
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Geopark wants company for its exploration

Geopark (NYSE:GPRK) will explore “every piece” of its Llanos 34 block, but does not want to stop there. Its Colombia director Marcela Vaca gave details on its exploration activities, and that it has interest from larger operators and investment funds to form joint ventures.

Tuesday, May 17th, 2016
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Only 20 rigs working in March

Only 20 rigs working in March

The Association of Oil Goods and Services (Campetrol) reported one of its biggest drops yet in the use of rigs during March 2016, and authorities urge greater focus on expanding reserves and exploratory activity. But to do so there are several critical obstacles that must be addressed.

Tuesday, May 17th, 2016
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What is next for Pacific?

What is next for Pacific?

Pacific E&P posted a US$901M loss in the first quarter of 2016 and saw its production fall as well. In its earnings statement issued on May 13th, management seemed set on accepting a restructuring deal from Catalyst Capital.

Monday, May 16th, 2016
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USO cuddles up to new Labor Minister

The USO said that the new Labor Minister Clara López will allow for a dialogue between the ministry and the union to systematically discuss worker issues.

Monday, May 16th, 2016
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Now we cannot use prices as an excuse

Editor’s Note: The Colombian Association of Petroleum Engineers (ACIPET) finds its members at the sharp end of the decline in petroleum investment, especially in exploration.

Monday, May 16th, 2016
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