Petroleum & Energy Blogs

Málaga’s Timeless Taverns: A Geologist’s Perspective

Un ensayo literario, geológico y personal por Marcel Chin-A-Lien, Petroleum & Energy Insights Advisor, 27 Julio 2025. En el corazón…

8 months ago

Shell-BP Merger Speculation: Analyzing Strategic Implications

Speculation surrounding a potential Shell-BP merger has emerged, despite Shell's denial of any talks. This analysis explores strategic implications, including…

8 months ago

Suriname’s Local Content Strategy: Lessons from Global Models

This whitepaper by Marcel Chin-A-Lien examines local content policies in petroleum economies, particularly focusing on Suriname. By analyzing experiences from…

9 months ago

Suriname’s PSC Framework: A Competitive Edge

The essay by Marcel Chin-A-Lien reflects on his father's influence on his career in petroleum geoscience, emphasizing the importance of…

9 months ago

Guyana and Suriname: Oil-Driven Economic Transformations

Guyana and Suriname are experiencing significant economic changes due to offshore oil discoveries. While Guyana projects high growth and investor…

9 months ago

Block 66: New 3D Seismic Insights & Frontier Opportunity

The article by Marcel Chin-A-Lien discusses the significance of Block 66 in Suriname's offshore exploration, detailing insights from a recent…

9 months ago

Exploring Block 66: Petronas and Paradise Oil’s New Adventure

On June 17, 2025, Staatsolie signed a Production Sharing Contract for Offshore Block 66 with Petronas and Paradise Oil, reviving…

9 months ago

Why Suriname Needs a Modern Oil Refinery

The Guyana-Suriname Basin presents a significant opportunity for economic growth, yet Suriname lacks a modern refinery for its light crude…

9 months ago

Suriname’s Natural Gas Potential: A New Dawn in Energy

Suriname is at a crucial crossroads with its significant offshore natural gas discoveries, especially in blocks 52 and 58, offering…

9 months ago

Understanding Guyana’s Evolving Petroleum Agreements

The author shares a personal analysis of Guyana's Petroleum Agreement, highlighting significant concerns regarding its evolution post-Liza-1 discovery in 2015.…

9 months ago