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Guyana plans to contract a survey to gather data in support of offshore exploration and future bid rounds. The Ministry of Natural Resources published a June 5 request for expressions of interest from “reputable and experienced” firms to conduct a 3D multi-client seismic survey offshore Guyana. The new notice said the objective of the assignment is to acquire, process and interpret high-quality 3D seismic data to facilitate exploration and potential development of hydrocarbon resources offshore Guyana. A second objective is to ensure high-quality seismic data is available for effective evaluation during future bidding and licensing rounds. The government closed its first offshore licensing round and announced awards in 2023, but did not conduct a seismic study in support of the round. Government had said earlier this year that it would conduct an internal review of its available data to guide a decision on the second round. For the seismic study, eligible firms are required to demonstrate that they are qualified and experienced, including by providing a record of similar assignments in similar conditions, and the availability of appropriate staff and equipment. The deadline for submissions with Guyana’s National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) is Thursday, June 20, 2024. The Ministry said it will shortlist firms that meet the qualification requirements and invite them to submit a technical and financial proposal. On the eastern side of the Guyana-Suriname Basin, a five-phase seismic survey was conducted by CGG, CGS and BPC, prior to Suriname putting 11 shallow water blocks on auction. Scheduled for closure of the round on May 31 past, the Staatsolie Hydrocarbon Institute is scheduled to announce the successful bidders by the end of June. Shell is conducting a seismic survey offshore Trinidad and Tobago across three deepwater blocks awarded to a consortium of Shell and bp late last year.

Guyana to contract 3D seismic study to support offshore exploration, future bid rounds

eyesonsuriname Guyana plans to contract a survey to gather data in support of offshore exploration and future bid rounds.  The Ministry of Natural Resources published a June 5 request for expressions of interest from “reputable and experienced” firms to conduct a 3D multi-client seismic survey offshore Guyana.  The new notice said the objective of the…
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Agreement reached between Staatsolie and Total Energies

Agreement reached between Staatsolie and Total Energies

Economic Development Suriname may take off eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, June 5th 2024– According to TotalEnergies, an agreement was concluded between Staatsolie NV of Suriname and the French Oil and Gas company on the field development area, maximizing the value for Suriname and the Block 58 co-venturers over the 25 years Production Period.  In addition, the hull for…
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Brazil Energy Minister commends Guyana for oil sector investments

Brazil Energy Minister commends Guyana for oil sector investments

eyesonsuriname Brazil’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, commended Guyana for how well it has attracted investment in its oil sector, a June 3 report by CNN Brazil said. “Guyana has advanced very quickly in this geological region [the Equatorial Margin], which it shares with Brazil. This demonstrates unequivocally that Guyana has merit in…
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Suriname’s Agricultural Ascent: A Vision for the Future

eyesonsuriname Suriname stands at the cusp of an agricultural revolution, one that promises to transform its verdant landscapes into a powerhouse of food production for the Caribbean region. The Regional Entrepreneur Acceleration Program (REAP) is the catalyst for this transformation, offering a beacon of hope and a roadmap to prosperity. Unleashing Potential with REAP The…
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Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traore

President Ibrahim Traoré: A Model of Humility and Service

eyesonsuriname In a continent often marred by stories of excess and corruption, President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso stands as a beacon of hope and humility. His decision to forgo a presidential salary and continue his duties as a military commander is not just a personal choice but a powerful statement that resonates with the…
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The Threat of Illegal Mining from Brazil Crossing the Border and Reaching Suriname

The Threat of Illegal Mining from Brazil Crossing the Border and Reaching Suriname

dr. Edivando Vitor do Couto / eyesonsuriname Amsterdam June 3d 2024–Illegal mining, particularly gold mining, is a significant issue in Brazil, especially within the Amazon region. The problem has been exacerbated by the involvement of organized crime groups such as the First Command of the Capital (PCC) and the Red Command (CV), which provide miners…
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What were you doing while the forests were burning and the city was drowning?

eyesonsuriname John Goedschalk is the Nature Based Solutions pioneer with over a decade of experience in climate finance, carbon credit development and climate and conservation program design  Amsterdam, June 2, 2024 –In march of 2011, I learnt that climate change was going to make the city of Paramaribo I loved virtually uninhabitable due to increased temperatures…
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You’ll Never Guess Who Really, Really Won the Champions League

By Rory Smith LONDON — Vinícius Junior was grinning, laughing even, long before Real Madrid had anything very much to smile about. His team had, for more than an hour, seemed to be teetering on the brink of not just defeat but something worse: an embarrassment, a humiliation, and possibly the most unlikely defeat in…
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Hello? Who’s on the phone?? Who am I talking to?

Yes, this is your chatbot eyesonproject/Roland van der Vorst Amsterdam June 1, 2024– It won’t be long and we really won’t know anymore whether we are talking to a human or a computer. The machine watches and listens to us, and predicts what we want to hear. In the meantime, we think we are dealing…
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How Brazil Can Strengthen its Infrastructure to Combat the Climate Crisis

How Brazil Can Strengthen its Infrastructure to Combat the Climate Crisis

Dr. Edivando Vitor do Couto To comprehend the gravity and urgency of the climate crisis, it is essential to distinguish between the terms “climate crisis” and “climate change.” Climate change refers to long-term alterations in the Earth’s climate patterns, including variations in temperature, precipitation, and other meteorological phenomena over decades or centuries. This process is…
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