Category: Geoscience
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Architecture, Energy, Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geological Poetry, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, New Refinery, Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt, Petroleum Economics, Reservoir Engineering, Sloanea, Suriname, UncategorizedSuriname: Van Olie-inkomsten naar een Weerbare Productiestaat
The advice from the Council of State regarding Suriname’s oil and gas revenues is timely and emphasizes the need for strategic use of these finite resources. It advocates for building lasting production capacities instead of increasing government spending. A multi-sectoral, system-oriented diversification is essential, focusing on shared infrastructure to enhance resilience and sustainability.
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Energy, Gas2Shore, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Oil Trading, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Reservoir Engineering, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Suriname, UncategorizedSE Golden Lane: A Dual Oil and Gas Condensate Basin
The Charge Fairway of the SE Golden Lane Blocks 52 & 58 (Suriname) — A Sovereign Reconstruction of the ACT Petroleum System, from Kitchen Mass Balance to Living Well Proof A GLIAG petroleum-system architecture reading of the Aptian–Cenomanian–Turonian (ACT / Canje) marine source-rock engine beneath the Suriname-side SE Golden Lane — modelled from first principles,…
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Energy, Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geological Poetry, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Mineral Exploration, Oil Trading, Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Poems, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedGranMorgu’s Revenue Waterfall: A Look at Suriname’s Future
The article examines Suriname’s production-sharing contract for Block 58 with GranMorgu, highlighting its fiscal structure designed to ensure long-term sustainability rather than immediate profits. It projects a gross revenue of $55.5 billion, with the government’s take peaking at approximately 42% over the project’s lifespan, promoting strategic patience for economic stability.
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Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Suriname, Uncategorized, VenezuelaTullow Oil’s Impact on Suriname’s Oil Exploration
Tullow Oil is recognised for its early exploration of the Guyana–Suriname Basin, showcasing Suriname’s geological potential despite limited commercial success. The company’s experience highlights that discovering hydrocarbons is only the beginning; converting them into sustainable prosperity through sound economic strategies is essential for long-term national wealth and resilience.
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Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Oil Trading, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Strategy, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedTransforming Suriname: From Value Leakage to Capture
The Guyana-Suriname Basin’s oil discovery presents Suriname with a strategic chance to capture value through a phased development of a New Modular Refinery. This initiative aims to reduce imports, retain foreign exchange, and foster industrial growth, ultimately transforming crude oil into lasting national wealth while minimising risks associated with financing and expansion.
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Energy, Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedGuyana-Suriname Basin: From Frontier to Global Oil Hub
The Guyana–Suriname Basin, once seen as a marginal area, is now central to global petroleum investment, with significant FPSO developments led by Guyana and Suriname. Brazil showcases industrial maturity, while Guyana exemplifies rapid advancement in production. Suriname, with its emerging projects, has the chance to convert confidence into lasting economic benefits.
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Gas2Shore, Geological Poetry, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Sloanea, Stabroek Block, Strategy, SurinameLessons from Cairn Energy’s Block 61: Why Some Wells Are Never Drilled
Cairn Energy’s exploration of offshore Suriname’s Block 61 illustrates that decisions in petroleum exploration encompass more than geology. While the block was relinquished without drilling, it reflects a strategic portfolio management approach. The evolving market dynamics highlight how exploration value changes over time, necessitating a focus on optimising remaining opportunities in the region.
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Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Maracaibo Basin, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Strategy, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedGuyana-Suriname Basin: Time to Build a Refinery Before 2028
The Guyana–Suriname Basin has produced nearly one billion barrels of crude since late 2019, none of which has been refined locally, resulting in substantial economic leakage. With projected reserves of 12 billion barrels, a modular refinery is essential. By 2028, establishing one could significantly capture refining margins and enhance regional energy security.
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Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geological Poetry, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Oil Trading, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & BeyondLibya’s PSA: Lessons in Petroleum Contract Design and Investment
Libya’s recent signing of modern Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs) highlights the significance of well-structured petroleum contracts in attracting and retaining investors. Drawing on Suriname’s successful approach, which emphasises stability and competitiveness, the article underscores the need for nations to continuously refine their contractual frameworks to secure long-term investment and national prosperity.
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Energy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Poems, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, World LitteratureHow a Suriname’s New Refinery Can Ensure Energy Security
Suriname faces a critical opportunity with its New Refinery, designed to convert offshore crude into essential fuels, enhancing national energy security and economic independence. As current refinery limitations hinder domestic supply, the project aims to strategically exploit local resources, connecting energy production with regional markets, while ensuring operational sustainability and resilience against global fluctuations.
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