Posted on 30 October 2009 in 2008, Departments, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June, News
Indonesia tax scheme raises concern IADC has written the Indonesian director general of tax to urge the consistent application of Indonesia’s “deemed profits” regime for offshore drilling contractors. Over many years, IADC has worked with the Indonesian government to establish a reliable taxation system for its members operating in Indonesia. As recently as 2005, an [...]
Posted on 30 October 2009 in 2008, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
By Magne Ognedal, director-general, Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSA) The solution to problems in the petroleum industry is not new regulations but enhancing the responsibility of the players. That view underpins Norway’s regulatory approach to offshore health, safety and the environment. It also means that a fundamental understanding of the factors that influence risk, including [...]
Posted on 17 May 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
IADC has opened a regional operations office in Bangkok, Thailand, staffed by Chit Hlaing, IADC’s new operations assistant – Asia operations. Mr Hlaing will serve IADC members…
Posted on 17 May 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
It’s a simple equation: Increased taxes = less investment = less production. Which is why IADC is working, through its alliance with industry groups like API and IPAA…
Posted on 17 May 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
An estimated 300 guests helped the IADC South Central Asia (SCA) Chapter celebrate its 10th anniversary on 13-14 March at Aamby Valley’s Sahara Lake City, a resort community…
Posted on 17 May 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
In December 2007, the International Regulators Forum (IRF) convened in Miami, Fla., to focus attention on asset management and safety in the offshore industry. As a representative…
Posted on 17 May 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, May/June
We are now well into 2009. So far, this year has been a bumpy ride. Slump in demand due to decreasing prices and anxiety for the future characterise the current market situation…
Posted on 12 March 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, March/April
In 1982, a determined MMS employee named Lowell Hammons initiated the Safety Awards for Excellence (SAFE) program. Lowell recognized that only so much could be achieved…
Posted on 12 March 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, March/April
From US infantry to rig floor: Fort Hood job fair gave former soldier chance at a new career By Linda Hsieh, assistant managing editor Rogelio Noyola always knew he had what it takes to work on a rig. He had served in the US military as infantry team leader for four years and in the [...]
Posted on 12 March 2009 in 2009, IADC: Global Leadership, Global Challenges, March/April
The IADC South Central Asia (SCA) Chapter has formed a work group that will coordinate a response plan to challenge requirements issued last year by India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DGS)…