Energy Executives See Hormuz Closed to August or Beyond
Iran War Survey
In response to questions from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, energy executives share their views on the war’s duration, its impact on U.S. upstream activity, and long-term geopolitical risk.
Six Countries Stand Out As International Shale Exploration Heats Up
International Shale Plays
As a new era of international shale investment kicks off, companies are applying past experience and high-grading opportunities to increase their chance of turning appealing geology into scalable growth. The conflict in the Middle East heightens the importance of diversified global energy supplies.
Range Of Opportunities Driving Williston Basin Activity For Operators Of All Sizes
April 2026 Cover Story
The Williston’s enduring success is driven by operators that are willing to embrace new technology, extend play boundaries outside the historic core and explore untapped benches. Operators such as Formentera, True Oil and Chord Energy are among those leading the charge.
WBPC Returns With Focus On Basin’s Next Chapter
April 2026 Editor's Choice
The executives, technical experts and policymakers at the 75th WBPC will celebrate the Williston’s many accomplishments but focus on enhancing emerging opportunities.
Proactive Waterflood Planning Replaces Legacy Approaches
April 2026 Markets & Analytics
Historically, conventional geologic formations in the Mid-Continent have been active waterflooding targets. The industry’s focus may have shifted in recent years to horizontal resource plays, but the region’s geology obviously has not changed.
Powerful New Ways To Gather Drilling Data Accelerate Industry Progress
April 2026 Sneak Peek
Drilling is one of many disciplines that exemplifies the idea that knowledge is power. The more drillers know about the downhole environment and the interactions between each component of the drill string, the easier it is for them to select the right equipment and drilling parameters to deliver high-quality wellbores quickly and consistently.
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