-
Energy, Gas2Shore, Geological Poetry, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), New Refinery, Oil Trading, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Science, Sloanea, Sloanea, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedSuriname’s Petroleum: Creating a Legal Fiscal Ring Fence
The document outlines a proposal for establishing a resilient fiscal ring-fence in Suriname’s petroleum sector, addressing gaps in existing legislation. It aims to protect the corporate income tax base by preventing losses from different blocks from diluting profits. The workstream includes legislative drafting and stakeholder engagement, targeting enactment within 24 months.
-
Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, GLIAG Doctrine, GtS, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, PSC and Legal Matters, Reservoir Engineering, Science, UncategorizedDistinguishing Contractual and Fiscal Rings in Suriname
This essay by Drs. Marcel P.T. Chin-A-Lien explores the distinct meanings of “ring-fencing” in Suriname’s petroleum sector, differentiating between contractual and fiscal interpretations. It discusses historical origins and current applications in Suriname’s laws. The author argues for the necessity of legislating a fiscal ring to ensure proper tax regulation within the sector.
-
Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana, Guyana, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), Kitchen Canje SR, Oil Trading, Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Reservoir Engineering, Sloanea, Sloanea, Source rocks, Stabroek Block, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, UncategorizedExploring ExxonMobil’s Strategic Move into the Columbus Basin
ExxonMobil’s move into the TTUD-1 area highlights the significance of the Columbus Basin within the geological continuum of northeastern South America. Understanding the evolution of sediment routing and regional tectonics is crucial for exploration, as it informs how potential hydrocarbon systems are developed, integrating historical geological processes into modern assessments.
-
Energy, Energy Strategy, Gas2Shore, Geopolitics, Geoscience, GLIAG Doctrine, Golden Lane, GtS, Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB), New Refinery, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Economics, Petroleum Exploration, Reservoir Engineering, Sloanea, Sloanea, Stabroek Block, Strategy, Subsurface, Suriname, Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond, Uncategorized
Suriname’s Multi-Hub Future: Turning Gas-to-Shore into Sovereignty
Suriname’s emerging offshore petroleum potential presents a crucial challenge: transforming multi-hub developments into sovereign capabilities through a comprehensive Gas-to-Shore strategy. While recent assessments highlight significant offshore resources, the real test lies in ensuring these hubs connect with domestic infrastructure and industry to foster lasting national growth and control over petroleum assets.
-
Guyana-Suriname Basin: From Discovery to Production Success
The essay discusses the evolution of the Guyana–Suriname Basin’s petroleum industry, highlighting the transition from discovery to production. It examines case studies like the Stabroek Block and GranMorgu, illustrating the importance of infrastructure, speed of development, and the integration of national capabilities. The focus is on leveraging existing resources for broader economic benefits.
-
Inventory vs. Accessible Supply: Key Insights for Suriname’s Oil Sector
The Accessible Barrel Doctrine Why Reported Inventory Is Not the Same as Strategic Availability: Lessons from U.S. Storage for the Guyana–Suriname Basin Publication ID: GLIAG-SPIN-2026-AB-001Version: 1.0 — Strategic Public EditionDate: 20 July 2026 Marcel P.T. Chin-A-Lien – 20th July 2026 Principal Founding Partner & Chief ArchitectGLIAG N.V. — Golden Lane Investments Advisory Group A barrel…
-
Culture, Curaçao, Geopolitics, Geoscience, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Exploration, Poems, Poesía, Suriname, Travel, UncategorizedJourneying Through France: A Geologist’s Travel Memoir
The second chapter of “Memoirs of the First Curaçao Petroleum Geologist” recounts a transformative journey through France towards Spain by two geology students, reflecting on the landscape’s geological history. They observe the contrasts between French and Dutch driving styles, the significance of patience in travel and geology, and the profound lessons of independence and discovery…
-
Culture, Curaçao, Geological Poetry, Geoscience, Literatura, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Exploration, Poems, Poesía, Travel, Uncategorized
Memories of a Geologist: A Journey Through France to Riaño
In “From Leiden to Riaño,” Dr. Marcel Chin-A-Lien reflects on a pivotal 1970 journey that shaped his career as a petroleum geologist. He and a fellow student traverse landscapes that become classrooms, learning valuable lessons about independence, geology, and life. Their experiences highlight how journeys can profoundly influence one’s trajectory.
-
Culture, Curaçao, Geological Poetry, Geoscience, Literatura, Petroleum & Energy Blogs, Petroleum Exploration, Poems, Poesía, Suriname, Travel, Uncategorized, World LitteratureMemoirs of a Geologist: Exploring Spain’s Mountains
GLIAG — PETROLEUM ENERGY INSIGHTS MEMOIRS OF A PETROLEUM GEOLOGIST FROM LEIDEN TO RIAÑO ( 1970 ) Volume I Chapter One — Southward Drs. M.P.T. Chin-A-Lien, MBA, M.Sc., Ing. Geologist – 20th July 2026 Certified Professional Geologist Nr. 5201-1996 (AAPG) · Chartered European Geologist Nr. 92-1996 (EFG) · Energy Negotiator, June 2021 (AIEN) Principal Founding…
-
Colombia, Culture, Curaçao, Geological Poetry, GLIAG Doctrine, Literatura, Poems, Poesía, Science, Travel, World LitteratureLessons from Deep Time: The Valley Beneath Waters
The piece reflects on humanity’s perception of time, particularly through geology’s lens, contrasting the fleeting nature of human existence with the permanence of geological history. It recounts the village of Riaño, its eventual submergence under a reservoir, and the lessons learned from observing both the landscape and memory, which endures far beyond physical loss.
Categories
- Architecture
- Aruba
- Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao
- Colombia
- Culture
- Curaçao
- Eartquakes
- Energy
- Energy Strategy
- Explorers
- Flora and Fauna
- For Sale
- Gas2Shore
- Geological Poetry
- Geopolitics
- Geoscience
- GIP
- GIP
- GLIAG Doctrine
- Golden Lane
- GtS
- Guyana
- Guyana
- Guyana Craton
- Guyana Suriname Basin (GSB)
- Kitchen Canje SR
- Literatura
- Maracaibo Basin
- Memoires
- Mineral Exploration
- New Refinery
- New Refinery
- Oil Trading
- Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt
- Petroleum & Energy Blogs
- Petroleum Economics
- Petroleum Exploration
- Poems
- Poesía
- PSC and Legal Matters
- Religion
- Reservoir Engineering
- Science
- Sloanea
- Sloanea
- Source rocks
- Stabroek Block
- Strategy
- Subsurface
- Suriname
- Suriname
- Suriname Horizon 2050 & Beyond
- Travel
- Trinidad
- Uncategorized
- Venezuela
- World Litterature
Recent Posts
- The Economics of Refining Golden Lane™ Crude in Suriname
- Dushi Korsou: Alonso de Ojeda, 1499, and the Island of the Giants
- Mi Dushi Korsou: Alonso de Ojeda, 1499, y la Isla de los Gigantes
- Exploring Columbus’ First Voyage in 1492 with Modern Science
