Sunda Energy applies for offshore Taranaki Basin exploration permit
Sunda Energy's strategic move to secure a petroleum exploration permit in New Zealand's offshore Taranaki Basin marks a calculated expansion into a proven hydrocarbon province. This application signals renewed interest in the region's gas potential, which is critical for New Zealand's domestic energy security amid declining production from existing fields. For junior explorers like Sunda, securing acreage in this basin represents a high-impact opportunity to leverage modern seismic data and target overlooked gas-play concepts.
Offshore Technology · July 15, 2026
Wärtsilä scores multi-year lifecycle assignment for Türkiye-based FSRU
Finnish engineering giant Wärtsilä has finalized a comprehensive lifecycle maintenance agreement with Pardus Energy for the 'Ertuğrul Gazi' FSRU, operating at the BOTAŞ Dörtyol terminal in Hatay, Turkey. This long-term service contract is designed to maximize the operational uptime and regasification efficiency of a critical asset in Turkey's gas import infrastructure. By securing specialized OEM support, the vessel's operators aim to mitigate technical risks amid volatile regional gas dynamics and Turkey's push to become a regional energy hub.
Offshore Energy · July 15, 2026