.April 15, 2025

U.S. crude oil exports reached a new record in 2024

U.S. crude oil exports in 2024 surpassed the previous record set in 2023, exceeding an annual average of 4.1 million barrels per day. Read More

The high cost of waiting: Preventive maintenance protects budget and investments

Asphalt roads and parking lots are often overlooked — until damage becomes impossible to ignore. Cracks form, water pools and before long, a minor flaw turns into a major, costly repair. Read More

Mid South Extrusion announces expansion with $12.5M investment in Louisiana manufacturing facility

This is the second expansion the Ouachita Parish-based company has announced in seven months. In September, Mid South Extrusion announced a $17 million investment for two similar production lines to support growing consumer demand. Read More

U.S. production of all types of coal has declined over the past two decades

Rising mining costs, increasingly stringent environmental regulations and competition from other sources of electric power generation have contributed to domestic coal production declines. Read More

bp announces oil discovery in the Gulf of America

bp drilled the exploration well in Green Canyon Block 584, located in western Green Canyon approximately 120 miles off the coast of Louisiana in 4,092 feet of water. Read More

NextDecade announces LNG sale and purchase agreement with TotalEnergies from Rio Grande LNG

Under the terms of the SPA, TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America, Inc. will purchase 1.5 MTPA of LNG for 20 years on a free-on-board basis at a price indexed to Henry Hub, subject to a positive Final Investment Decision on Train 4. Read More

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