Industry: Oil & Gas

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U.S. refined product exports to Latin America

Latin America fuel supply hasn’t been able to meet the region’s fuel demand for the past several years mainly due to its refineries’ low utilization rates and a lack of investments in refinery upgrades and expansions. In addition, refining capacity has been insufficient in key Latin American countries. As a result, the region has been […]

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ADI participated in the 2025 Digitalization in Oil and Gas conference

Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, spoke at the Digitalization in Oil and Gas conference September 3-4, 2025 in Houston. Turaga participated in a dialogue on “Building the digital-ready workforce.” The core of this discussion was about building a digital-ready workforce in oil & gas. It examined strategies to upskill teams in digital tools. Additionally, it shared successful training […]

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Flying high: Jet fuel is the bright spot in global fuels demand

Jet fuel demand is taking off, a key finding from ADI’s recent long-term forecast. Other fuels face a turbulent market today as gasoline demand is weak and diesel shows modest growth. On the contrary, jet fuel is a bright spot in the energy sector. The aviation sector’s recovery is the primary driver behind this surge. Demand for jet […]

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Diesel’s enduring drive: ADI’s long-term global demand forecast

ADI Analytics has just published our global diesel demand forecast. While the long-term outlook for gasoline is characterized by significant regional divergence, it is clear that diesel is here to stay. After a period of relative stagnation since 2015, global diesel demand is projected to grow well through 2045. This resilient growth trajectory, faster than the pace […]

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Newsletter: Shale expertise fuels global energy

In the August 2025 edition of the ADI Newsletter, U.S. shale expertise is highlighted as a driving force behind global growth in unconventional oil and gas. Natural gas and LNG have become central to energy strategies worldwide, influenced by AI, data centers, energy security, and reshoring. Moreover, the plastics industry is rapidly evolving toward sustainability […]

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Refracs: Breathing new life into old wells

The U.S. oil and gas industry is seeing a renewed interest in refracturing (refracs), a process that re-stimulates existing wells to boost productivity. This is especially true as Tier 1 drilling locations become harder to find. Refracs aren’t new, but recent technological advancements and compelling economics are making them a vital part of operators’ strategies. […]

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ADI Analytics joined Texas delegation at Gastech in Milan

Panuswee Dwivedi, Project Manager, represented ADI Analytics at the Gastech Exhibition and Conference from September 9-12, 2025, in Milan, Italy. Gastech is a premier event for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and low-carbon solutions. She joined the Texas delegation at the Texas Pavilion, where we had a booth, to discuss the latest trends and insights across […]

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Produced water management in the oilfield is back in rage

We recently wrote about litigation around produced water and its critical mineral content. That is not the only lawsuit surrounding water management. Shale independent Stateline Operating is seeking $180 million in damages from operator Devon Energy and water treatment services provider Aris Water Solutions. It alleges that the large volume of wastewater injection led to contamination […]

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ADI’s U.S. refinery database

The U.S. refining industry has undergone rapid transformation in recent years, driven by shifting market conditions, evolving regulations, and increasing reliance on export markets. In response, American refineries have adapted with speed and flexibility to remain competitive in an evolving dynamic environment. To keep pace with a rapidly evolving refining landscape, industry stakeholders need data […]

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Africa’s new oil frontier: Exploration hotspots across the continent

As the global oil and gas industry adapts to slower demand growth and increasing pressure to decarbonize, Africa is quietly reasserting itself as a frontier for upstream exploration. As seen in Exhibit 1, oil reserves in Africa have been concentrated in a few producers, particularly Libya, Nigeria, and Algeria. Exhibit 1. Oil reserves by the […]

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Produced water in the oilfield: From waste to a lithium goldmine?

On June 27, 2025, the Texas Supreme Court ruled in Cactus Water Services, LLC v. COG Operating, LLC. It declared that produced water is oil & gas waste and therefore belongs to the hydrocarbon lessee i.e. oil & gas operator typically. This landmark decision clarifies that the right to produce oil & gas inherently includes […]

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Hold ’em or fold ’em: Navigating the hydrogen downturn

Hydrogen is key to decarbonizing, and countries worldwide unequivocally recognize this, as seen from the widespread policies supporting hydrogen market development displayed in exhibit 1. Most European countries have developed hydrogen strategies and roadmaps, with targets for green H2 production capacity by 2030, including 5.0 GW in the UK, 10.0 GW in Germany, and 6.5 […]