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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Prepreg Market by Type of Reinforcement (Carbon Fiber Prepreg, Glass Fiber Prepreg), Resin Type (Thermoset Prepreg, Thermoplastic Prepreg), Form, Manufacturing Process (Hot-melt, Solvent Dip), Application, and Region - Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.


The global prepreg market size is estimated at USD 7.0 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 12.6 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 12.5%. Prepreg is being used in the aerospace & defense, wind energy, automotive, sporting goods, electronics, and other end-use industries. The increasing wind energy projects and demand for lightweight material from the automotive industry support the demand for prepreg in the wind energy and automotive end-use industry.

Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Type is the fastest-growing Fiber Reinforcement Type of prepregs, in terms of value.

The carbon fiber prepregs find wide applications in various end-use industries. Carbon fiber prepregs are used in automotive, sporting goods, and leisure items such as vehicles (motorcycle) rim and integral spokes structural components. The use of carbon fiber prepregs in these applications provides 40-50% weight reduction over their conventional aluminum counterparts.

Thermoplastic Prepreg is the fastest-growing resin type of prepreg, in terms of value.

The prepreg products are mainly used in industries such as aerospace & defense, automotive and sporting goods. In the aerospace & defense sector, due to their recyclability, good shelf life, lightweight, tough, and high stiffness, thermoplastic prepregs are used to make a variety of structural components. The increasing demand for prepregs from aerospace & defense, wind energy, and automotive applications is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

Tow Prepreg is the fastest-growing Form of prepreg, in terms of value.

The tow prepreg form of the prepreg is fastest-growing form in prepreg market. Towpregs are typically used in the filament winding process to construct high-strength structures in aerospace & defense, automotive, and other industries. The use of the filament winding process results in higher productivity for manufacturers. These materials are used in automotive, aerospace, oil & gas, sports & recreation, and other industries.

Hot-Melt Process is the fastest-growing manufacturing process of prepreg, in terms of value.

Due to the eco-friendly nature and less complex machinery, the hot-melt process is preferred over the solvent dip process. Environmentally, this process is less hazardous as small or no organic solvents are consumed or emitted during operations.

Wind Energy is the fastest-growing application of prepreg, in terms of value.

In wind energy application, the critical component of wind turbines uses composites and prepregs for bigger size turbines. Growing environmental concerns in Asia Pacific countries such as China and India are expected to boost the demand for wind energy during the forecast period.

APAC is the fastest-growing prepreg market.

APAC is the largest prepreg market in terms of volume and is expected to maintain its lead during the forecast period. The remarkable growth of the wind energy industry has driven the expansion of the market in the region. China is leading the Asia Pacific prepreg market in the wind energy industry, with 71.7 GW new wind capacity installed in 2020. Favorable government policies, to protect the economies from volatile fossil fuel prices and take steps against harmful GHGs emissions, are expected to drive the wind energy industry in Asia Pacific, stimulating the demand for prepreg in the region. North America is the second major consumer of prepregs aerospace & defense, and wind energy are the major industries fueling the growth of the prepreg market in this region.

Market Dynamics

Drivers

  • Increasing Demand for Lightweight Materials from Automotive Industry
  • Increasing Use of Prepreg by Boeing and Airbus
  • Growing Demand for Prepreg in Wind Energy Industry

Restraints

  • Issues Related to Recyclability
  • High Processing and Manufacturing Cost
  • Declining Economy due to COVID-19

Opportunities

  • Reduction in Cost of Carbon Fibers
  • Development of Advanced Software Tools for Prepreg Product Development

Challenges

  • High R&D Cost
  • Market Recovery from COVID-19

Companies Mentioned

  • APCM LLC
  • Arris Composites
  • Axiom Materials
  • Basf SE
  • E. I. Dupont Nemours & Co.
  • GMS Composites
  • Gurit Holding Ag
  • Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
  • Hexcel Corporation
  • Kineco Kaman
  • Mallinda Inc.
  • Mitsubishi Corporation
  • Park Aerospace Corp.
  • Plastic Reinforcement Fabrics Ltd.
  • Reliance Composites
  • Renegade Materials Corporation
  • SGL Group
  • Shd Composite Materials Ltd.
  • Solvay Group (Cytec Industries, Inc.)
  • St Advanced Composites
  • TCR Composites
  • Teijin Limited
  • Toray Industries, Inc.
  • Victrex
  • Zoltek

     

     

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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Primoris Services Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: PRIM) (“Primoris” or the “Company”) today announced its plans to release financial results for the first quarter 2022 on Monday, May 9, 2022, after market close. A copy of the Company’s press release will be available on the Primoris website at www.primoriscorp.com.


Management will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. U.S. Central Time (10:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time), to discuss the Company’s first quarter 2022 results and review its financial outlook. Prepared remarks by Tom McCormick, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Ken Dodgen, Chief Financial Officer, will be followed by a question and answer session.

Interested parties are invited to dial-in using 1-888-330-3428, or internationally at 1-646-960-0679, using access code: 7581464, or by asking for the Primoris conference call. The conference call will be webcast, accessible from the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website.

A replay of the conference call will be available Tuesday, May 10, 2022, beginning at 5:00 p.m. U.S. Central Time for seven days. The phone number for the conference call replay is 1-800-770-2030 or, for calls from outside the U.S., 1-647-362-9199, using access code: 7581464. The replay of the webcast will also be available on the Company’s website following the end of the live call.

About Primoris

Primoris Services Corporation is a leading specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy/renewables and pipeline services markets throughout the United States and Canada. The Company supports a diversified base of blue-chip customers with engineering, procurement, construction and maintenance services. A focus on multi-year master service agreements and an expanded presence in higher-margin, higher-growth markets such as utility-scale solar facility installations, renewable fuels, electrical transmission and distribution systems and communications infrastructure have also increased the Company’s potential for long-term growth. Additional information on Primoris is available at www.primoriscorp.com.


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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "UAE Port Automation Market Research Report: Forecast (2022-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.


This study cites that the UAE Port Automation Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18% during 2022-27. The research report provides comprehensive analysis on the growth, opportunities, challenges, trends, & outlook on the UAE Port Automation Market to 2027. In the report, the 2017-20 is considered the historical period, 2021 as the base year, and from 2022-27 is the forecast period.

The Impact of Covid-19 on the UAE Port Automation Market

The Covid-19 pandemic continues into 2022 and is still impacting different industries across the globe. This updated research study cites analysis, insights, & predictions considering the impact of the pandemic on the UAE Port Automation Market. Its long-term effects like supply chain disruptions, shifts in risk factors, volatile stock markets, etc., are projected to impact the market growth during 2022-27. The report also provides industry insights based on the changes in consumer behavior & demand, purchase patterns, etc., due to the pandemic.

Key Questions Answered:

1. What are the key growth factors & challenges shaping the UAE Port Automation Market during the forecast period?

2. What strategies are considered crucial to enter the UAE Port Automation Market?

3. What are the key trends & regulatory frameworks in the UAE Port Automation Market?

4. What is the share of the leading players in the UAE Port Automation Market?

Competitive Analysis:

The report explores the recent developments by the key companies positioned in the Market include DHI, Microsoft, Accenture, TBA Group, Navis, Royal HaskoningDHV, Wipro, IBM, Kalmar, TCS. It also provides an outlook on numerous business growth strategies like mergers & acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations adopted at different stages by the leading market players to gain a competitive edge over their rivals during 2022-27.

Scope of the UAE Port Automation Market:

This section of the report cites how the leading companies in the Market are focusing on their share, gross margins, net profits, sales, & product portfolio, among other factors. It further cites how they are performing in terms of revenue generation & end-user base while contributing to the overall market growth. Moreover, the report provides superior recommendations for new market entrants while carefully steering the well-established ones for further growth in the industry.

Key Insights Covered in the UAE Port Automation Market:

1. An extensive examination of the UAE Port Automation Market offered by the industry leaders

2. In-depth information about emerging trends and prominent segments of the UAE Port Automation Market.

3. Meticulous statistics about product launches, untouched countries, recent developments, and investment portfolio.

4. A thorough assessment of key strategies, products, services, regulatory approvals, and innovative capabilities of the leading players in the UAE Port Automation Market

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction

2. Executive Summary

3. Impact of COVID-19 on UAE Port Automation Market

4. UAE Port Automation Market Trends & Insights

5. UAE Port Automation Market Dynamics

5.1. Drivers

5.2. Challenges

6. UAE Port Automation Market Regulations, Policies, Product Benchmarks

7. UAE Port Automation Market Hotspot & Opportunities

8. List of Ports with Planned Infrastructure Automation (Khalifa Port, Jebel Ali Port, Mina Rashid, etc.)

9. UAE Port Automation Market Case Studies (AI, Process Automation, Blockchain, etc.)

10. UAE Port Automation Market Outlook, 2017-2027

10.1. Market Size & Analysis

10.1.1. Revenues (USD Million)

10.2. Market Share & Analysis

10.2.1. By Platforms

10.2.2. By Throughput Capacity

10.2.3. By Solutions

10.2.4. By Connectivity

10.2.4.1. Bluetooth

10.2.4.2. Wireless LAN

10.2.4.3. Wi-Fi

10.2.4.4. IR

10.2.4.5. ZigBee

10.2.5. By Data Storage

10.2.5.1. Cloud

10.2.5.2. On Premise

10.2.5.3. Hybrid

10.2.6. By Region

10.2.6.1. Dubai

10.2.6.2. Abu Dhabi & AI Ain

10.2.6.3. Sharjah & Northern Emirates

10.2.7. By Company

11. UAE Port Automation Market Key Strategic Imperatives for Success & Growth

12. Competition Outlook

12.2. Company Profiles (Business Description, Product Offering, Strategic Alliances or Partnerships, etc.)

12.2.1. DHI

12.2.2. Microsoft

12.2.3. Accenture

12.2.4. TBA Group

12.2.5. Navis

12.2.6. Royal HaskoningDHV

12.2.7. Wipro

12.2.8. IBM

12.2.9. Kalmar

12.2.10. TCS

13. Disclaimer

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE: EPD) announced today that it will host a meeting with securities analysts and investors on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 8 a.m. CDT in Houston. The event will be webcast live on the internet and may be accessed along with accompanying slides via Enterprise’s website at www.enterpriseproducts.com.


Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and marine terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and marine terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage, and marine terminals and related services; and a marine transportation business that operates on key United States inland and intracoastal waterway systems. The partnership’s assets include more than 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 Bcf of natural gas storage capacity. Please visit www.enterpriseproducts.com for more information.


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MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Management Committee of I Squared Capital is pleased to announce the appointment of Andreas Moon as Partner, Chenhua Shen as Fund Partner, and Enrico Del Prete as Fund Partner, bringing the total number of partners at I Squared Capital to eleven. “In our tenth anniversary year, I am so proud to be part of this extraordinary group whose combined talents have contributed so much to the success of the firm,” said Sadek Wahba, Chairman and Managing Partner of I Squared Capital. “Our new partners have helped build I Squared Capital into a vibrant global platform with over $34 billion of assets under management and a diverse portfolio of infrastructure assets around the world. They have demonstrated the talent and innovation necessary to execute on our long-term strategy and help lead the firm on its next phase of growth.”


The firm continues to grow rapidly and, with the recent closing of ISQ Global Infrastructure Fund III at $15 billion, I Squared now has over $34 billion in assets under management. With this growth comes the need for additional resources across the firm. Over the past six months, 19 professionals have joined across various groups including ten on the investment team and nine in other functions. Over the course of the coming period, we look to add significant resources, including investment professionals in the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and Asia, as well as the Credit and InfraTech platforms, some of whom will be announced shortly.

I Squared Capital is an independent global infrastructure investment manager focusing on utilities, digital infrastructure, energy, transport and social infrastructure in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Headquartered in Miami, the firm also has offices in Hong Kong, London, New Delhi, Singapore, and Taipei.


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– Sustainable European Air-to-Water-Heat pump production 4 times more in 2022 vs 2019



PILSEN, Czech Republic--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Panasonic’s factory in Pilsen, Czech Republic began manufacturing its Air-to-Water heat pumps three years ago. Production has been an ever-increasing endeavour at Panasonic’s Czech factory, in part due to order demands for its Air-to-Water Heat Pump solutions, Aquarea which have been increasing year-on-year.

According to The European Heat Pump Market and Statistics Report which includes data from 21 European countries, European heat pump sales grew by +7.4% in 2020 with 1.62 million units sold setting a new sales record despite the pandemic. Since the Panasonic heat pumps began production at the Pilsen factory location in 2018, capacity has been continuously increasing to meet current demands and future growth acceleration in Europe.

Heat pumps contribute to an annual reduction of 9,16 million tons CO2 emissions in the EU, and according to IEA, heat pumps could save 1.8 billion tonnes of CO2 per year in the building and industrial sectors. Managing Director of Panasonic HVAC Europe, Enrique Vilamitjana says, “Heat pump technology in Europe has been in demand over the past few year, however, now we are really seeing it accelerate. It's a region very conscious about climate change with a strong desire to renew and build environmentally-friendly homes. In this way, our heating and cooling products will continue to empower consumers and suppliers to reduce their carbon footprint. Combined with our HVAC R&D division based in Germany we are able to both design and produce heat pumps that meet the growing needs of our European customers."

About the Panasonic Group
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GALESBURG, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#autosupplier--Power management company Eaton today announced Marco Martini has been named president, Vehicle Group, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Martini will be responsible for leading all business growth and operational activities in the EMEA region. He will continue to be located in Torino, Italy.



“Marco’s diverse background and broad leadership experience make him an excellent fit to lead the Vehicle Group in EMEA,” said João Faria, president, Eaton’s Vehicle Group. “We believe Marco’s strong financial and operational proficiency will help our business thrive in the region.”

Martini joined Eaton as a manufacturing controller and was promoted to director, Finance, Vehicle Group, EMEA. Most recently, he served as director, Operations, Vehicle Group, EMEA. Prior to joining Eaton, he worked in the appliance industry for 15 years in various finance roles in Italy, the United Kingdom, Mexico and Russia.

Martini holds a degree in business and administration from the Marche Polytechnics University in Ancona, Italy.

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.


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Solution Enables Real-time Streaming Analytics and Visualization for Energy Sector

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#iotstreamanalytics--NetSpring, a cloud provider of business metrics-first Operational Intelligence, today announced a collaboration agreement with DCP Midstream to develop advanced streaming analytics solutions from IoT operational data. These solutions will help energy companies drive operational excellence across field assets by uncovering new and untapped insights.


Founded in late 2019 to revolutionize data analytics in the enterprise, NetSpring’s mission is to empower every enterprise to reach their peak operational agility with broader, deeper, and more timely intelligence from data. The NetSpring Operational Intelligence platform enables customers to efficiently build complex analytics using time series and traditional business data. NetSpring’s vision is to be the unified command center for all operational insights from data.

The NetSpring platform allows DCP Midstream to easily customize complex business logic into their sensor-level data and alerts and provides collaborative, 24x7 visibility to a variety of insights via the web or on a secure mobile app. The first use case deployed for DCP Midstream was an operational assurance solution that automatically detects critical operating issues and delivers real-time contextual mobile notifications to all stakeholders, while immediately initiating restoration workflows within operations.

“A core focus of DCP Midstream is our commitment to operational excellence,” said Rob Sadler, DCP Midstream group vice president of Energy, Transition & Transformation. “Leveraging the NetSpring Operational Intelligence platform to analyze real-time data gives our team members key information to prioritize critical work, support quick response, and more effectively serve our customers.”

“Our strategic collaboration is based on a shared vision for digital innovation,” said Vijay Ganesan, co-founder and CEO, NetSpring. “Unlocking the power of streaming data presents immense opportunities for an always-on enterprise. Developing features with an industry leader, such as DCP Midstream, enables us to deliver proven value and impact to the midstream industry at large.”

About NetSpring.io

NetSpring.io is a Cloud analytics application platform-as-a-service for Operational Intelligence. NetSpring was founded in late 2019 by industry thought leaders Vijay Ganesan, Priyendra Deshwal, Satyam Shekhar and Abhishek Rai. The founders were previously part of the founding team at ThoughtSpot, which is now a leader in the business intelligence space. NetSpring’s team has deep expertise in enterprise software, data analytics, large scale distributed systems, databases, and complex analytic applications. This team’s mission is to usher in the next generation of data intelligence in enterprises. NetSpring is headquartered in Redwood City, California. For more information, visit www.netspring.io.

About DCP Midstream

DCP Midstream, LP (NYSE: DCP) is a Fortune 500 master limited partnership headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with a diversified portfolio of natural gas gathering, processing, logistics and marketing assets. DCP is one of the largest natural gas liquids producers and marketers and one of the largest natural gas processors in the U.S. The owner of DCP’s general partner is a joint venture between Enbridge and Phillips 66. For more information, visit the DCP Midstream, LP website at www.dcpmidstream.com.


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Texas-based Facility to Further Support Domestic Sustainability and Infrastructure Goals

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. & ARLINGTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wallbox (NYSE:WBX), a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions worldwide, today announced the commencement of construction at its Arlington manufacturing facility, the company’s first U.S.-based EV charger manufacturing facility. The 130,000 square-foot high-tech plant is expected to have enough capacity to fully support Wallbox's expansion plans in North America over the next decade. This announcement comes on the heels of the start of production at Wallbox's new state-of-the-art factory in Barcelona, which began in December 2021 and will be inaugurated later this month.


Investing approximately $11 million USD* into initial construction, Wallbox is expecting to begin production within the facility by early Fall 2022. Initial construction is planned to allow the EV charger and energy management company to manufacture over 250,000 units in 2022, and over 500,000 in 2025.

The facility will begin with production lines for Wallbox’s Pulsar Plus AC chargers, its powerful best-selling home charger that can charge any electric car on the market, including Teslas with a converter. Production lines for Wallbox’s Quasar 2, its next-generation bi-directional DC charger that enables your car to power your home, Supernova, its fast public charger with 130kW power, and Hypernova, its ultrafast public charger with between 150kW and 350kW of power, are anticipated to follow in 2023.

The U.S.-based facility will play a vital role in expanding the company's presence in North America, a market that is making a big push into automotive electrification with the Biden Administration targeting 50% of all new car sales to be electric by 2030. Expanding its U.S. presence is expected to allow Wallbox to improve delivery time, reduce freight costs, and qualify for subsidies offered by the U.S. government; all aspects that further allow Wallbox to provide the best products for its customers. The new facility is anticipated to create approximately 250 direct jobs in the region by 2030. Wallbox also entered into partnerships with U.S. suppliers, for the design and construction of the facility, storage racking, and its new assembly line.

“With the U.S. undergoing a steady increase in demand toward energy-friendly solutions due to the government’s aggressive EV infrastructure targets, we are pleased to begin construction on our factory that will be at the forefront of serving this rapidly growing market,” said Douglas Alfaro, General Manager of North America at Wallbox. “The U.S. factory is an exciting milestone that allows us to expand our local footprint stateside, and we are thrilled to begin construction in Arlington. The manufacturing facility is expected to allow us to better meet the needs of our American customers and support the nation's transition toward electric mobility.”

Wallbox made the strategic decision to select Arlington, Texas as the location of its first North American manufacturing hub for a variety of factors including the city's position as a central transit hub between the East and West coasts, its access to cross-country highway corridors and central location to other major cities in the region including Dallas and Fort Worth. The Arlington facility is Wallbox's fourth manufacturing site, additive to two facilities in Europe and one in China. Between all facilities, Wallbox is expected to have a global production capacity of over 1.1 million chargers per year by the end of this year.

About Wallbox Chargers
Wallbox is a global company, dedicated to changing the way the world uses energy in the electric vehicle industry. Wallbox creates smart charging systems that combine innovative technology with outstanding design and manage the communication between vehicle, grid, building and charger. Wallbox offers a complete portfolio of charging and energy management solutions for residential, semi-public and public use in 98 countries. Founded in 2015, with headquarters in Barcelona, Wallbox’s mission is to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles today to make more sustainable use of energy tomorrow. The company employs over 900 people in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. For additional information, please visit www.wallbox.com.

Wallbox Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding the features of Wallbox’s products. Wallbox’s manufacturing capacity, future expansion, future partnerships, and expected benefits from the Arlington Facility. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "anticipate," "believe," "may," "can," "should," "could," "might," "plan," "possible," "project," "strive," "budget," "forecast," "expect," "intend," "will," "estimate," "predict," "potential," "continue" or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology, but the absence of these words does not mean that statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. In addition, any statements or information that refer to expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, performance or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking.

These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause Wallbox’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to: Wallbox’s history of operating losses as an early stage company; the adoption and demand for electric vehicles including the success of alternative fuels, changes to rebates, tax credits and the impact of government incentives; Wallbox’s ability to successfully manage its growth; the accuracy of Wallbox’s forecasts and projections including those regarding its market opportunity; competition; risks related to health pandemics including those of COVID-19; losses or disruptions in Wallbox’s supply or manufacturing partners; Wallbox’s reliance on the third-parties outside of its control; risks related to Wallbox’s technology, intellectual property and infrastructure; and other important factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in Wallbox’s final prospectus on Form 424(b)(3) filed with the SEC on November 12, 2021, as such factors may be updated from time to time in its other filings with the SEC, accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investors Relations section of Wallbox’s website at investors.wallbox.com.

These and other important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any forward-looking statement that Wallbox makes in this press release speaks only as of the date of such statement. Except as required by law, Wallbox disclaims any obligation to update or revise, or to publicly announce any update or revision to, any of the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

*investment figures have been translated at a EUR/USD rate of 1.091, according to the spot rate on April 6, 2022


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GLASTONBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC, a leading global provider of fast-track, on-demand power solutions, has signed an agreement with Life Cycle Power (Houston, Texas) to supply five FT8® MOBILEPAC® gas turbine units, adding 155 megawatts of capability to LCP’s fleet.


Mitsubishi Power Aero’s multi-fuel, 31-megawatt mobile generators fulfill urgent requirements, including disaster relief and emergency power. In this application, LCP expects to deliver emergency backup generation capacity to electric utilities serving Texas markets. The MOBILEPAC units can support the grid to provide electricity to over 150,000 homes and businesses that may otherwise be in the dark during extreme weather events like the 2021 polar vortex.

Power grids must keep energy demand and supply in balance at every moment or risk uncontrolled blackouts. In February 2021, ERCOT ordered power generators across Texas to cut power to significant portions of the state to avoid even larger blackouts that could have left most of Texas without power.

John Tuma, Life Cycle Power CEO, observed, “Building grid resilience to extreme weather is a work in progress, and state officials and agencies have encouraged energy companies to weatherize their plants, transmission lines, and other facilities. Life Cycle Power’s backup mobile generation resources can help utilities and operations that need reliable power mitigate the negative effects of weather conditions like the one that severely tested our electric grid last year.”

“Speed was a key consideration to advance this project,” said Raul Pereda, Mitsubishi Power Aero president and CEO. “Life Cycle Power required prompt delivery and quick installation, and more importantly, dependable, flexible generating equipment that is designed to provide power fast. When you flip that switch, you can expect the MOBILEPAC units to react immediately, delivering power when and where the world needs it most.”

About Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC
Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC, headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, USA, is a leader in the supply of fast-track, on-demand power solutions to global power producers and industrial and O&G customers. We provide flexible and customizable products and services, including aero-derivative gas turbine packages that generate 30 to 140 megawatts, tailored and responsive aftermarket services, turnkey EPC expertise, and battery storage. As the demand for electricity expands, and more renewables are added to power grids, Mitsubishi Power Aero will continue to play a vital role in providing energy security to customers around the world. Mitsubishi Power Aero is a group company of Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. Connect with us at aero.power.mhi.com and LinkedIn.

About Life Cycle Power
Life Cycle Power is a turnkey power solutions company based in Houston, Texas, that utilizes mobile gas turbine generators to supply clean, reliable, and cost-effective power to customers in the electric power, oil and gas, mining, and other industrial sectors. LCP’s environmentally-friendly solution enables operators to largely eliminate diesel consumption for power generation and reduce their carbon footprint by utilizing a variety of fuels including wellhead natural gas that would otherwise be flared. LCP operates more than 750 megawatts of mobile gas turbine generators in the U.S.


Contacts

Stefan Zavatone, VP of Marketing & Communications
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  • First ESG Conference presents holistic environmental, social and governance concept along the entire value chain.
  • Mercedes-Benz intends to go all-electric until the end of this decade and aims to cut its carbon footprint per passenger car by more than half by 2030 compared with 2020 levels.
  • 70 percent of energy needs in production should be covered through renewable energy by 2030.
  • Human Rights Respect System: Mercedes-Benz increases transparency and takes appropriate measures in relation to 24 raw materials with an elevated risk.
  • Mercedes-Benz aims to have 30 percent women in senior management positions by 2030.
  • Variety of green financing instruments and green KPI-linked bilateral funding agreements will be increased.

STUTTGART, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At its first digital ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) Conference for investors and analysts, the inventor of the automobile announced measures aimed at cutting CO2 emissions, creating lasting value for all stakeholders. As stated at the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in November 2021, Mercedes-Benz is committed to a faster transition to electric cars. “The desire for individual mobility keeps growing. Our mission is to meet this need in a sustainable way. Mercedes-Benz has a clear roadmap how to become carbon-neutral. By 2030, we want to reach the half-way mark. In order to make faster progress in protecting the climate we need maximum dedication and more collaboration among governments, companies and society as a whole,” says Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG.


The company aims to at least halve CO2 emissions per passenger car over the lifecycle by the end of this decade compared to 2020 levels. To achieve this goal, the key levers include: electrifying the vehicle fleet, charging with green energy, improving battery technology, an extensive use of recycled materials and renewable energy in production. Mercedes-Benz plans to cover more than 70 percent of its energy needs through renewable energy by 2030 by rolling out solar and wind power at own sites as well as through further Power Purchase Agreements.

Electric only – well on the way to zero tank-to-wheel emissions
Electrification of the Mercedes-Benz portfolio has been progressing in leaps and bounds for some time. The aim is to achieve up to 50 percent share of plug-in hybrid and BEVs by 2025 on the way toward going all-electric by 2030 wherever market conditions allow. The portfolio already includes six, and soon nine, all-electric models. To-date, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the EQA, the EQB, the EQC (WLTP: combined electrical consumption: 25-21,3 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km)1, the EQS, the EQE 350+ (WLTP: combined electrical consumption: 18,7‑15,9 kWh/100 km, combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/100 km)1 as well as the EQV. Further models will follow: the EQS SUV, the EQE SUV and the EQT. The company plans to assert its leadership in electric mobility among commercial vans, too, through the ongoing electrification of its entire model range.

Green Charging –renewable electricity for electric vehicles
In the lifecycle of an electric vehicle, using renewable energy for charging is a significant lever for helping to avoid CO2 emissions. Mercedes-Benz enables “green charging2” at all of the around 300,000 public charging points in the Mercedes me Charge network throughout Europe and ensures that a sufficient amount of electricity from renewable sources is fed into the grid.

Battery – decreasing carbon footprint through innovative cell chemistry and battery recycling
The battery is the biggest lever for reducing CO2. With the current EU electricity mix, supply chain and production account for more than half of the lifecycle CO2 emissions. This proportion can be reduced significantly through the use of renewable energy. By transitioning to CO2-neutral cell production, it is possible to cut emissions for the production of the entire battery pack by 20 percent. Additional CO2 savings are expected to be achieved through further measures - e.g., by improving the anode and cathode production process. Strategic partnerships have thus been formed to develop and industrialize highly advanced and competitive cell technologies. With more than 800 watt-hours per litre at cell level by mid-decade, high-silicon anodes offer great potential in respect of energy density. At the same time, Mercedes-Benz expects to be able to use LFP batteries in its series-production vehicles. These batteries have a completely cobalt-free cathode. Together with research partners the company is also working on solid-state batteries. To keep control of the battery lifecycle in-house, the company is starting a CO2-neutral recycling factory in Kuppenheim3, Germany, to recycle end-of-life electric vehicle batteries using a new hydrometallurgical technique which increases the recycling rate to 96 percent.

Green steel and Aluminium - pulling out all stops to lower emissions and to support a sustainable future
Mercedes-Benz is setting up a green steel supply chain4 to massively expand its use of low-CO2 and zero‑CO2 steel. Working closely with steel suppliers, the company is consciously steering clear of carbon offsets, focusing instead on the avoidance and reduction of CO2 emissions. In 2021, the company became the first car maker to take an equity stake in Swedish start-up H2 Green Steel (H2GS), with the aim of introducing green steel in a number of production models by as early as 2025. Through the adoption of a circular economy approach, Mercedes-Benz is steadily increasing the proportion of secondary aluminium it uses. Furthermore, it is the first automotive manufacturer to commit to sourcing only primary aluminium certified by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) for its stamping plants and foundries in Europe in future. This confirms that the raw materials are obtained and processed responsibly and in an ecological manner irrespective of the source country — from mining through melting and refining all the way to the gates of the Mercedes‑Benz plants. This requirement will be rolled out to other locations outside Europe in the medium term.

Sustainable materials in series production – now and in the near future
Several sustainable materials are already in series production in some vehicle models. These include seat upholstery fabrics from 100 percent recycled PET bottles as well as floor coverings made with yarns from fishing nets recovered and fabric remnants from old carpets. The EQS and EQE will even feature cable ducting made with recycled landfill waste. Indeed, the components in the EQS, manufactured with efficient use of resources through recycled and renewable raw materials, already weigh more than 80 kilograms. By applying its “Design for Environment” and “Design for Circularity” approaches to the selection of materials, Mercedes-Benz Cars aims to increase the use of recycled materials per vehicle by 2030 to 40 percent.

The bigger picture – Environmental, Social and Governance responsibility go hand in hand
Mercedes-Benz has been producing CO2-neutrally in all own plants as of this year. In addition, the company aims to further expand production of renewable energy by rolling out solar and wind power at all sites.

Mercedes-Benz has a holistic concept of ESG across all departments. The transition to CO2-neutrality and the associated expansion of electric mobility bring many challenges, including those relating to raw materials such as cobalt or lithium, and supply chains. As part of the risk-based Human Rights Respect System Mercedes-Benz increases transparency and takes appropriate measures in relation to 24 raw materials with an elevated risk. The corporate ambition is to ensure that human rights are respected along the entire supply chain: from the mines where raw materials are obtained to the processing companies, and finally to own production.

Along with sustainability and integrity, diversity forms the foundation of the sustainable business strategy of Mercedes-Benz. The company is convinced that sustainable success can only be achieved with diverse teams. One area of action for Diversity & Inclusion Management is the advancement of women. They make up the equivalent of 37.5 percent of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG: Three of the eight members of the Board. Mercedes-Benz wants more qualified women in senior management positions and is aiming for a share of 30 percent in 2030.

The shift towards climate neutrality is changing the financial world and green financing is gaining in importance. Therefore, the variety of green financing instruments like “Green ABS” and green KPI-linked bilateral funding agreements will be increased. Mercedes-Benz also expects a significant increase in EU taxonomy aligned CapEx until 2026 in accordance with its all-electric strategy. Analysis of the ESG ratings of Mercedes-Benz is an important aspect to identify and close transparency gaps. In 2021, the company was able to significantly improve those ESG ratings.

For a replay of the digital ESG Conference please have a look at the Mercedes me media online platform.

Further information about Mercedes-Benz is available at www.mercedes-benz.com. Press information and digital services for journalists and multipliers can be found on our Mercedes me media online platform at media.mercedes-benz.com as well as on our Mercedes-Benz media site at group-media.mercedes-benz.com. Learn more about current topics and events related to Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans on our @MB_Press Twitter channel at www.twitter.com/MB_Press.

Mercedes-Benz AG at a glance

Mercedes‑Benz AG is responsible for the global business of Mercedes‑Benz Cars and Mercedes‑Benz Vans, with around 172,000 employees worldwide. Ola Källenius is Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes‑Benz AG. The company focuses on the development, production and sales of passenger cars, vans and vehicle-related services. Furthermore, the company aspires to be the leader in the fields of electric mobility and vehicle software. The product portfolio comprises the Mercedes‑Benz brand with the brands of Mercedes‑AMG, Mercedes‑Maybach, Mercedes‑EQ, G‑Class as well as products of the smart brand. The Mercedes me brand offers access to the digital services from Mercedes‑Benz. Mercedes‑Benz AG is one of the world's largest manufacturers of luxury passenger cars. In 2021 it sold around 1.9 million passenger cars and nearly 386,200 vans. In its two business segments, Mercedes‑Benz AG is continually expanding its worldwide production network with around 35 production sites on four continents, while gearing itself to meet the requirements of electric mobility. At the same time, the company is constructing and extending its global battery production network on three continents. As sustainability is the guiding principle of the Mercedes‑Benz strategy and for the company itself, this means creating lasting value for all stakeholders: for customers, employees, investors, business partners and society as a whole. The basis for this is the sustainable business strategy of the Mercedes‑Benz Group. The company thus takes responsibility for the economic, ecological and social effects of its business activities and looks at the entire value chain.

1 The WLTP electrical consumption has been determined on the basis of Regulation (EU) No. 2017/1151.
2 Press Release: “Mercedes me Charge: Mercedes-Benz drives electric mobility forward with simplified charging rates
3 Press Release: : “Mercedes-Benz establishes sustainable battery recycling: Own recycling plant to start in 2023
4 Press Release: “Mercedes-Benz to use green steel in vehicles in 2025, reducing its carbon footprint


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GLASTONBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC, a leading global provider of fast-track, on-demand power solutions, has signed an agreement with Life Cycle Power (Houston, Texas) to supply five FT8® MOBILEPAC® gas turbine units, adding 155 megawatts of capability to LCP’s fleet.


Mitsubishi Power Aero’s multi-fuel, 31-megawatt mobile generators fulfill urgent requirements, including disaster relief and emergency power. In this application, LCP expects to deliver emergency backup generation capacity to electric utilities serving Texas markets. The MOBILEPAC units can support the grid to provide electricity to over 150,000 homes and businesses that may otherwise be in the dark during extreme weather events like the 2021 polar vortex.

Power grids must keep energy demand and supply in balance at every moment or risk uncontrolled blackouts. In February 2021, ERCOT ordered power generators across Texas to cut power to significant portions of the state to avoid even larger blackouts that could have left most of Texas without power.

John Tuma, Life Cycle Power CEO, observed, “Building grid resilience to extreme weather is a work in progress, and state officials and agencies have encouraged energy companies to weatherize their plants, transmission lines, and other facilities. Life Cycle Power’s backup mobile generation resources can help utilities and operations that need reliable power mitigate the negative effects of weather conditions like the one that severely tested our electric grid last year.”

“Speed was a key consideration to advance this project,” said Raul Pereda, Mitsubishi Power Aero president and CEO. “Life Cycle Power required prompt delivery and quick installation, and more importantly, dependable, flexible generating equipment that is designed to provide power fast. When you flip that switch, you can expect the MOBILEPAC units to react immediately, delivering power when and where Texans need it most.”

About Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC

Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC, headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, USA, is a leader in the supply of fast-track, on-demand power solutions to global power producers and industrial and O&G customers. We provide flexible and customizable products and services, including aero-derivative gas turbine packages that generate 30 to 140 megawatts, tailored and responsive aftermarket services, turnkey EPC expertise, and battery storage. As the demand for electricity expands, and more renewables are added to power grids, Mitsubishi Power Aero will continue to play a vital role in providing energy security to customers around the world. Mitsubishi Power Aero is a group company of Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. Connect with us at aero.power.mhi.com and LinkedIn.

About Life Cycle Power

Life Cycle Power is a turnkey power solutions company based in Houston, Texas, that utilizes mobile gas turbine generators to supply clean, reliable, and cost-effective power to customers in the electric power, oil and gas, mining, and other industrial sectors. LCP’s environmentally-friendly solution enables operators to largely eliminate diesel consumption for power generation and reduce their carbon footprint by utilizing a variety of fuels including wellhead natural gas that would otherwise be flared. LCP operates more than 750 megawatts of mobile gas turbine generators in the U.S.


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DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Farmland Partners Inc. (NYSE: FPI) (the “Company” or “FPI”) sold approximately 303 acres of North Carolina farmland to a large solar power developer for $4 million on Wednesday. The Company realized a net gain of nearly $2.3 million, or 132%, on the disposition.


The parcel was part of a 944-acre farm that FPI acquired in 2015. It will continue to rent the remaining farmland to a local farmer.

“This sale is great news for our shareholders because of the more than 2X gain we achieved,” said FPI Chairman and CEO Paul Pittman. “It’s also emblematic of our Company’s strategy to work with renewable energy producers, when possible, to maximize returns and benefit the environment.”

FPI also leases land to renewable energy producers. Its portfolio includes five solar and three wind projects, which collectively have the capacity to generate more than 110 megawatts of electricity.

About Farmland Partners Inc.

Farmland Partners Inc. is an internally managed real estate company that owns and seeks to acquire high-quality North American farmland and makes loans to farmers secured by farm real estate. As of the date of this release, the Company owns and/or manages nearly 187,000 acres in 19 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, South Dakota and Virginia. We have approximately 26 crop types and more than 100 tenants. The Company elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust, or REIT, for U.S. federal income tax purposes, commencing with the taxable year ended December 31, 2014. Additional information: www.farmlandpartners.com or (720) 452-3100.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including, without limitation, statements with respect to expected yields on acquired farmland, our outlook, proposed and pending acquisitions and dispositions, the potential impact of trade disputes and recent extreme weather events on the Company's results, financing activities, crop yields and prices and anticipated rental rates. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "should," "could," "would," "predicts," "potential," "continue," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" or similar expressions or their negatives, as well as statements in future tense. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, beliefs and expectations, such forward-looking statements are not predictions of future events or guarantees of future performance and our actual results could differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Some factors that might cause such a difference include the following: general volatility of the capital markets and the market price of the Company's common stock, changes in the Company's business strategy, availability, terms and deployment of capital, the Company's ability to refinance existing indebtedness at or prior to maturity on favorable terms, or at all, availability of qualified personnel, changes in the Company's industry, interest rates or the general economy, adverse developments related to crop yields or crop prices, the degree and nature of the Company's competition, the timing, price or amount of repurchases, if any, under the Company's share repurchase program, the ability to consummate acquisitions or dispositions under contract and the other factors described in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and the Company's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking information presented herein is made only as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or otherwise.


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WEST HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MidCap Business Credit increased its senior credit facility with Wells Fargo Capital Finance to $200 million. This upsize will enable MidCap to support the growth of its existing asset-based lending business and support the launch of its equipment finance vertical, MidCap Equipment Finance, which will focus on providing equipment leases and loans between $2 million and $20 million to middle-market customers in the United States and Canada.


Steve Samson, president of MidCap Business Credit, stated, “We are excited to expand our relationship with Wells Fargo. The Lender Finance team was very supportive throughout the process, and we are now able to offer both asset-based lending and equipment financing to our customers while leveraging our rigorous credit, servicing, and finance operations.”

“Wells Fargo values our relationship with MidCap, and we are proud to support their strategic plan and expanded product offering,” said Stewart Hayes, managing director for the Lender Finance division of Wells Fargo Capital Finance. “We are pleased to be part of MidCap’s ongoing growth story and look forward to helping them continue to serve middle-market clients.”

Saurin Shah will serve as president of MidCap Equipment Finance. Shah is an industry veteran with deep expertise in structuring equipment transactions. Prior to MidCap, Shah was a co-founder of SLR Equipment Finance, which started operations in 2010 (formerly Nations Equipment Finance). He started his equipment finance career with GE Capital. Joining Shah, MidCap has hired Matt Lightfoot as head of originations and Al Berger as head of credit. Both Lightfoot and Berger were most recently at SLR Equipment Finance and worked closely with Shah in the past. This team invested over $1 billion in equipment loans and leases across a variety of industries.

“I am very excited to join MidCap to build out an equipment finance platform,” said Saurin Shah. “Since 2004 MidCap has been serving middle-market companies nationwide with its asset-based lending product. MidCap is a respected brand and consistent force in the industry. This expansion, with the support of Wells Fargo, represents a unique opportunity for our customers. We have great team with proven experience that has worked together for many years. We are committed to bringing our knowledge and expertise to the marketplace.”


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Increasing Production, Finding More Oil, Expanding Acreage, Growing Free Cash Flow, Reducing Debt and Giving Back More to Shareholders

BOGOTA, Colombia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GeoPark Limited (“GeoPark” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GPRK), a leading independent Latin American oil and gas explorer, operator and consolidator today announced its operational update for the three-month period ended March 31, 2022 (“1Q2022”).


All figures are expressed in US Dollars. Growth comparisons refer to the same period of the prior year, except when otherwise specified.

Highlights

Accelerating Production Growth

  • Consolidated oil and gas production of 38,626 boepd – up 6% adjusting for divestments in Argentina
  • Production in Colombia of 33,738 boepd, up 6% vs 4Q2021
  • Indico oil field in the CPO-5 block (GeoPark non-operated, 30% WI) added over 8,000 bopd gross in 1Q2022 and is now producing over 19,000 bopd gross, ranking as one of the top 10 highest oil-producing fields1 in Colombia

Drilling and Finding Oil and Gas

  • Consolidated Results: Put on production 13 gross new productive wells, including 2 successful exploration wells
  • Llanos 34 block (GeoPark operated, 45% WI) - Llanos basin – Colombia:
    • Drilled and put on production 7 gross development wells in the Tigana, Jacana and Tigui oil fields
  • CPO-5 block - Llanos basin – Colombia:
    • Put on production the Indico 4 development well, producing 4,200 bopd gross of light oil
    • Drilled the Indico 5 development well, currently testing 4,000 bopd gross of light oil
    • Drilling rig currently moving to spud the Urraca 1 exploration well in April 2022
  • Platanillo block (GeoPark operated, 100% WI) - Putumayo basin – Colombia:
    • Put on production two development wells, producing 690 bopd of light oil on aggregate
  • Perico block (GeoPark non-operated, 50% WI) - Oriente basin – Ecuador:
    • Two light oil discoveries - Jandaya and Tui oil fields, producing 2,000 bopd2 gross
  • Espejo block (GeoPark operated, 50% WI)- Oriente basin – Ecuador:
    • Ongoing 3D seismic, targeting to spud the first exploration well in 2H2022
  • Fell block (GeoPark operated, 100% WI) – Magallanes basin – Chile:
    • Drilled the Jauke Oeste 2 gas well, expected to be completed in 2Q2022

Expanding Growth Fairway and Strengthening Portfolio

  • Colombia: Acquired the CPO-4-1 block (GeoPark non-operated, 50% WI), an attractive low-risk, low-cost exploration block3, approximately 50% covered with 3D seismic, and strategically located adjacent to the CPO-5, the Llanos 94 (GeoPark non-operated, 50% WI) and the Llanos 123 (GeoPark operated, 50% WI) blocks
  • Brazil: GeoPark to maintain its 10% non-operated WI in the Manati gas field as deadline to complete the divestment expired on March 31, 2022
  • Argentina: Completed the divestment of non-core Aguada Baguales, El Porvenir and Puesto Touquet blocks (GeoPark operated, 100% WI) on January 31, 2022

Giving Back to Shareholders and Reducing Debt

  • Repurchased $28.2 million of the 2024 Notes during 1Q2022 and until April 8, 2022 in open market transactions at prices below the call option, reducing gross debt and providing financial cost savings
  • Doubled Quarterly Dividend to $0.082 per share, or $5.0 million, paid on March 31, 2022
  • Acquired 231,836 shares for $3.1 million under the Company’s discretionary share buyback program while executing self-funded work programs and paying down debt
  • $112 million of cash & cash equivalents at March 31, 20224

Work Program Generating Strong Cash Flow

  • Self-funded 2022 capital expenditures program of $160-180 million to drill 40-48 gross wells
  • At $95-100/bbl Brent, the work program generates approximately $260-280 million free cash flow, a 30-32% yield
  • Free cash flow use priorities include funding incremental organic capital projects, partial or total repayment of the 2024 Notes, increasing shareholder returns and other corporate purposes
  • Drilling of 10-12 gross wells in 2Q2022, targeting development, appraisal, and exploration projects, including initiation of the exploration drilling campaign in the CPO-5 block
  • The Company plans to review its current 35,500-37,500 boepd production guidance in May 2022, jointly with releasing its 1Q2022 financial results, to reflect ongoing drilling results, incremental work program underway, and adding back production from the Manati gas field in Brazil5

Breakdown of Quarterly Production by Country

The following table shows production figures for 1Q2022, as compared to 1Q2021:

 

1Q2022

1Q2021

Total
(boepd)

Oil
(bopd)a

Gas
(mcfpd)

Total
(boepd)

% Chg.

Colombia

33,738

33,527

1,262

31,455

+7%

Chile

2,279

377

11,408

2,491

-9%

Brazil

1,815

25

10,740

1,984

-9%

Ecuador

190

190

-

-

-

Argentinab

604

323

1,686

2,201

-73%

Total (as reported)

38,626

34,442

25,096

38,131

+1%

Total w/o Argentinac

38,022

34,119

23,410

35,930

+6%

a)

Includes royalties paid in kind in Colombia for approximately 1,115 bopd in 1Q2022. No royalties were paid in kind in Brazil, Chile, Argentina or Ecuador. Production in Ecuador is reported after the Government’s production share of approximately 100 bopd.

b)

1Q2022 average production in Argentina includes production until its divestment on January 31, 2022, divided by 90 days.

c)

Excluding production from recently divested blocks in Argentina in 1Q2022 and 1Q2021. 

Quarterly Production

(boepd)

1Q2022

4Q2021

3Q2021

2Q2021

1Q2021

Colombia

33,738

32,002

31,565

29,571

31,455

Chile

2,279

2,162

2,354

2,584

2,491

Brazil

1,815

1,822

1,791

2,080

1,984

Ecuador

190

-

-

-

-

Argentina

604

1,942

2,149

2,254

2,201

Total

38,626

37,928

37,859

36,489

38,131

Oil

34,442

33,205

32,844

30,962

32,877

Gas

4,184

4,723

5,015

5,527

5,254

Oil and Gas Production Update

Consolidated:

Oil and gas production in 1Q2022 was 38,626 boepd. Adjusting for recent divestments in Argentina, consolidated oil and gas production increased by 6% compared to 1Q2021, due to higher production in Colombia and recent exploration successes in Ecuador, partially offset by lower production in Chile and Brazil.

Oil represented 89% and 86% of total reported production in 1Q2022 and 1Q2021, respectively.

Colombia:

Average net oil and gas production in Colombia increased by 7% to 33,738 boepd in 1Q2022 compared to 31,455 boepd in 1Q2021 resulting from increased production in the Llanos 34, CPO-5 and Platanillo blocks.

Oil and gas production highlights in main blocks in Colombia:

  • Llanos 34 block net average production in 1Q2022 increased by 6% to 26,469 bopd (or 58,818 bopd gross), compared to 24,866 bopd (or 55,258 bopd gross) in 1Q2021
  • CPO-5 block net average production in 1Q2022 increased by 15% to 4,545 bopd (or 15,150 bopd gross), compared to 1Q2021, or 87% up compared to production prior to GeoPark’s acquisition in January 2020
  • The Indico oil field in the CPO-5 block, currently producing over 19,000 bopd gross by natural flow and from just four wells, ranks as one of Colombia’s top 10 highest-producing oil fields6
  • The Indico field (discovered in December 2018) continues showing strong reservoir performance, as shown by the Indico 1 well that is still producing 5,200 bopd by natural flow with a 0.1% water cut, and has accumulated production of over 5.5 million barrels of oil
  • Platanillo block average production in 1Q2022 increased by 11% to 2,329 bopd, compared to 2,100 bopd in 1Q2021. The block is currently producing 2,600 bopd

Ongoing Drilling Activities in the CPO-5 block

  • Put on production the Indico 4 development well (spudded in December 2021), currently producing 4,200 bopd gross of light oil with 0.1% water cut
  • Drilled the Indico 5 development well, currently being tested, producing 4,000 bopd (on a restricted 34/64 inch choke) of light oil with 0.1% water cut
  • Drilling rig currently moving to spud the Urraca 1 exploration well in April 2022, testing an exploration prospect in the northern part of the block, next to the Llanos 34 block

Strategic Acreage Expansion in Llanos basin

  • GeoPark and Parex Resources executed an agreement by which GeoPark will obtain, subject to final signature of the contracts, a 50% WI in the CPO-4-1 block, in exchange for funding its 50% pro-rata share of existing commitments, with no carry
  • The CPO-4-1 block is strategically located adjacent to Llanos 94 (GeoPark non-operated, 50% WI), Llanos 123 (GeoPark operated, 50% WI) and the CPO-5 blocks
  • The block covers an area of 148,263 acres (600 sq km), with nearly 50% of the block covered with 3D seismic
  • Existing commitments require drilling one exploration well during the first exploration phase, representing a firm investment commitment of $5-7 million ($2.5-3.5 million net to GeoPark) over the next three years

Chile:

Average net production in Chile decreased by 9% to 2,279 boepd in 1Q2022 compared to 2,491 boepd in 1Q2021, resulting from lower gas production due to limited drilling activities and the field’s natural decline. The production mix was 83% natural gas and 17% light oil in both 1Q2022 and 1Q2021.

During 1Q2022 drilling activity in the Fell block included the successful drilling of the Jauke Oeste 2 well, which is expected to be completed and tested in 2Q2022 after drilling of the Jauke 3 gas well.

Brazil:

Average net production in Brazil decreased by 9% to 1,815 boepd in 1Q2022 compared to 1,984 boepd in 1Q2021. The production mix was 99% natural gas and 1% oil and condensate in both 1Q2022 and 1Q2021.

Manati Gas Field Divestment Process Update

  • In November 2020, GeoPark signed an agreement to sell its 10% non-operated WI in the Manati gas field in Brazil to Gas Bridge S.A. for a total consideration of R$144.4 million ($~29 million at an exchange rate of R$5 per dollar), including a fixed payment of R$124.4 million plus an earn-out of R$20.0 million, subject to obtaining certain regulatory approvals
  • Closing of the transaction was subject to several conditions that should have been met before March 31, 2022 and that were not met. Upon expiry, GeoPark decided not to extend this deadline
  • Manati gas field is a low-risk, fully developed and profitable upstream asset and GeoPark will continue evaluating alternatives to maximize the value of the field

Ecuador:

The Perico block is currently producing approximately 2,000 bopd gross, or 1,000 bopd net from the recent Jandaya and Tui discoveries, before Government’s production share. Net production after the Government’s production share equals 650-700 bopd. The Government’s production share varies with the different oil prices and is approximately 30-40% with an Oriente crude oil price7 of $70-100 per bbl.

In 1Q2022 the average net oil production in Ecuador reached 290 bopd before the Government’s production share or 190 bopd after the Government’s share, with the quarter only partially reflecting production from recent Jandaya and Tui discoveries that took place in late January and late March 2022, respectively.

Perico block

During 1Q2022 the operator put on production two exploration wells, Jandaya 1 and Tui 1:

  • The Jandaya 1 exploration well is currently producing 800 bopd gross of light oil with 1% water cut
  • The Tui 1 exploration well is currently producing 1,200 bopd gross of light oil with 1% water cut
  • Production from Jandaya and Tui is already being delivered to a nearby access point on Ecuador’s main pipeline system for sale to export markets
  • GeoPark and its partner are currently evaluating subsequent activities in the Perico block, including a potential development drilling plan for both the Jandaya and Tui fields
  • For further details, please refer to the releases published on January 24 and March 28, 2022

Espejo block

In the Espejo block, GeoPark is currently carrying out the acquisition of 60 sq km of 3D seismic, targeting to spud the first exploration well in 2H2022.

The Espejo and Perico blocks are attractive, low-risk exploration blocks located in the Sucumbios Province in the Oriente basin in northeastern Ecuador. The blocks are adjacent to multiple discoveries and producing fields and have access to existing infrastructure with spare capacity and a well-developed service industry.

Argentina:

Completion of the Divestment Process

  • In November 2021, GeoPark accepted an offer from Oilstone Energía S.A. to purchase GeoPark's 100% WI in the Aguada Baguales, El Porvenir and Puesto Touquet blocks for $16 million
  • Closing of the transaction occurred on January 31, 2022, and GeoPark no longer reports production from these blocks since that date

2022 FREE CASH FLOW CALCULATION AND SENSITIVITIES TO DIFFERENT BRENT OIL PRICES

The table below provides sensitivities to different Brent oil prices using the 2022 base work program:

 

2022 Free Cash Flow8

 

$80-85 per bbl

 

$95-100 per bbl

(in millions of $)

 

 

Operating Netback

510-550

560-580

Adjusted EBITDA

460-500

510-530

Cash Taxes

(40-45)

(40-45)

Capital Expenditures

(160-180)

(160-180)

Mandatory Debt Service Payments9

(38-42)

(38-42)

Free Cash Flow

210-240

260-280

Free Cash Flow Yield (in %)

24-28%

30-32%

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as profit for the period (determined as if IFRS 16 Leases has not been adopted), before net finance cost, income tax, depreciation, amortization, certain non-cash items such as impairments and write-offs of unsuccessful exploration efforts, accrual of share-based payment, unrealized result on commodity risk management contracts, geological and geophysical expenses allocated to capitalized projects, and other non-recurring events. Operating Netback is equivalent to Adjusted EBITDA before cash expenses included in Administrative, Geological and Geophysical and Other operating expenses.

Free cash flow is used here as Adjusted EBITDA less income tax paid included in cash flows from operating activities, less capital expenditures included in cash flows used in investing activities, less mandatory interest payments included in cash flows used in financing activities.

Free cash flow yield is calculated as free cash flow divided by GeoPark’s average market capitalization from January 3 to March 31, 2022.

OTHER NEWS

Reporting Date for 1Q2022 Results Release, Conference Call and Webcast

GeoPark will report its 1Q2022 financial results on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, after the market close.

In conjunction with the 1Q2022 results press release, GeoPark management will host a conference call on May 12, 2022, at 10:00 am (Eastern Daylight Time) to discuss the 1Q2022 financial results.

To listen to the call, participants can access the webcast located in the Investor Support section of the Company’s website at www.geo-park.com, or by clicking below:

https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/3738306/B98B6DEBD18BAB89024E05E5E5412500

Interested parties may participate in the conference call by dialing the numbers provided below:

United States Participants: 844-200-6205

International Participants: +1 929-526-1599

Passcode: 970790

Please allow extra time prior to the call to visit the website and download any streaming media software that might be required to listen to the webcast.

An archive of the webcast replay will be made available in the Investor Support section of the Company’s website at www.geo-park.com after the conclusion of the live call.

 

1 Based on current production in the Indico oil field compared to latest available information on Colombia’s oil production per field during December 2021 published by the ANH.

2 Before the Government’s production share.

3 Subject to final signature of the contract.

4 Unaudited.

5 Manati gas field divestment process was not completed before the March 31, 2022 deadline.

6 Based on current production in the Indico oil field compared to latest available information on Colombia’s oil production per field during December 2021 published by the ANH.

7 As of March 31 2021, the Oriente/Brent discount was $5.48/bbl.

8 Brent oil price assumptions refer to April-December 2022 and consider a $3-4 Vasconia/Brent differential. Free cash flow excludes changes in working capital.

9 Excluding potential and voluntary prepayments on existing financial debt.

GLOSSARY

 

 

ANH

Colombia’s National Agency of Hydrocarbons

 

 

Operating netback

Revenue, less production, and operating costs (net of accrual of stock options and stock awards), selling expenses and realized portion of commodity risk management contracts. Operating netback is equivalent to Adjusted EBITDA net of cash expenses included in Administrative, Geological and Geophysical and Other operating costs 

 

Bbl

Barrel

 

 

Boe

Barrels of oil equivalent 

 

Boepd

Barrels of oil equivalent per day 

 

Bopd

Barrels of oil per day 

 

D&M

DeGolyer and MacNaughton 

 

F&D costs

Finding and development costs, calculated as capital expenditures divided by the applicable net reserves additions before changes in Future Development Capital

 

Km

Kilometers

 

 

Mboe

Thousand barrels of oil equivalent 

 

Mmbo

Million barrels of oil 

 

Mmboe

Million barrels of oil equivalent 

 

Mcfpd

Thousand cubic feet per day 

 

Mmcfpd

Million cubic feet per day 

 

Mm3/day

Thousand cubic meters per day

 

NPV10

Present value of estimated future oil and gas revenues, net of estimated direct expenses, discounted at an annual rate of 10% 

 

PRMS

Petroleum Resources Management System 

 

 

Sq km

Square Kilometer

 

WI

Working Interest

 

 

W/O

Without

 

 

NOTICE

Additional information about GeoPark can be found in the “Investor Support” section on the website at www.geo-park.com.

Rounding amounts and percentages: Certain amounts and percentages included in this press release have been rounded for ease of presentation. Percentage figures included in this press release have not in all cases been calculated based on such rounded figures but based on such amounts prior to rounding. For this reason, certain percentage amounts in this press release may vary from those obtained by performing the same calculations using the figures in the financial statements. In addition, certain other amounts that appear in this press release may not sum due to rounding.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS RELEVANT TO FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward- looking statements contained in this press release can be identified using forward-looking words such as ‘‘anticipate,’’ ‘‘believe,’’ ‘‘could,’’ ‘‘expect,’’ ‘‘should,’’ ‘‘plan,’’ ‘‘intend,’’ ‘‘will,’’ ‘‘estimate’’ and ‘‘potential,’’ among others.

Forward-looking statements that appear in a number of places in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations regarding various matters, including the expected production growth, expected schedule, economic recovery, payback timing, IRR, drilling activities, demand for oil and gas, oil and gas prices, capital expenditures plan, work program and investment guidelines, free cash flow yields, our dividend and share buyback programs, our deleveraging process, reserves and exploration resources. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs and assumptions, and on information currently available to the management. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to various factors. Oil and gas production figures included in this release are stated before the effect of royalties paid in kind, consumption, and losses, except when specified.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update them considering new information or future developments or to release publicly any revisions to these statements to reflect later events or circumstances, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. For a discussion of the risks facing the Company which could affect whether these forward-looking statements are realized, see filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Readers are cautioned that the exploration resources disclosed in this press release are not necessarily indicative of long-term performance or of ultimate recovery. Unrisked prospective resources are not risked for change of development or chance of discovery. If a discovery is made, there is no certainty that it will be developed or, if it is developed, there is no certainty as to the timing of such development. There is no certainty that any portion of the prospective resources will be discovered. If discovered, there is no certainty that it will be commercially viable to produce any portion of the resources. Prospective resource volumes are presented as unrisked.

 


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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Concentrated Solar Power Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2021-2031" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.


The latest study analyzes the historical and present-day scenario of the global concentrated solar power market in order to accurately gauge its future growth.

The study presents detailed information about the important growth factors, restraints, and trends that are creating a landscape for the growth of the global concentrated solar power market so as to identify growth opportunities for market stakeholders. The report also provides insightful information about how the global concentrated solar power market would expand during the forecast period of 2021 to 2031.

The report offers intricate dynamics about different aspects of the global concentrated solar power market, which aids companies operating in the market in making strategic development decisions. This study also elaborates on significant changes that are highly anticipated to configure growth of the global concentrated solar power market during the forecast period. It also includes a key indicator assessment that highlights growth prospects of the global concentrated solar power market and estimates statistics related to growth of the market in terms of value (US$ Bn) and volume (MW).

This study covers a detailed segmentation of the global concentrated solar power market, along with key information and a competition outlook. The report mentions company profiles of players that are currently dominating the global concentrated solar power market, wherein various development, expansion, and winning strategies practiced and implemented by leading players have been presented in detail.

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The report provides detailed information about the global concentrated solar power market on the basis of comprehensive research on various factors that are playing a key role in accelerating the growth potential of the global market.

Information mentioned in the report answers path-breaking questions for companies that are currently operating in the market and are looking for innovative methods to create a unique benchmark in the global concentrated solar power market, so as to help them design successful strategies and make target-driven decisions.

  • Which product segment of the global concentrated solar power market would emerge as major revenue generator during the forecast period?
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  • What are the winning imperatives of leading players operating in the global concentrated solar power market?
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Market Dynamics

Drivers

  • Rising Global Warming Awareness Coupled With Increasing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
  • Rising Prices of Conventional Energy
  • Concerns over Future Energy Supply
  • Governmental Support and Incentives

Restraints

  • High Cost of Electricity Generation
  • Nascent Technology

Opportunities

  • Adoption of Heat Storage Systems
  • Hybridization of CSP Plants With Conventional Thermal Plants

Companies Mentioned

  • Abengoa Solar, S.A.
  • Areva Solar
  • eSolar, Inc
  • SkyFuel, Inc.
  • Acciona S.A.
  • BrightSource Energy, Inc.
  • Solar Millennium AG
  • SolarReserve, LLC
  • TSK Flagsol
  • SCHOTT Solar AG
  • Ibereolica Group
  • GDF SUEZ
  • NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

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ATHENS, Greece--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Danaos Corporation (NYSE: DAC), one of the world’s largest independent owners of containerships, announced today that it has placed orders for four 7,200 TEU containerships. The vessels will be built at Daehan Shipbuilding in Korea and are expected to be delivered to Danaos in the first half of 2024.

The vessels will be methanol fuel ready, will come with open loop scrubbers and will be built in accordance with the latest requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in relation to Tier III emission standards and Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) Phase III.

The Company’s CEO, Dr. John Coustas, commented:

“We are very pleased to announce the commissioning of four 7,200 TEU containerships. These vessels are at the forefront of new technology, come with the latest specifications on emissions requirements and are methanol ready. With this order Danaos continues to solidify its position as one of the major players in the containership market worldwide.

The current world developments are pointing out to significantly elevated fuel prices in the future and bearing in mind the uncertainty of green fuel availability we are following a strategy of investing into the most fuel-efficient vessels together with scrubbers that will minimize the fuel cost while maintaining the option to modify the vessels into green methanol use when the fuel will be available. This strategy removes the risk of technical obsolescence while it delivers short and medium term benefits on the fuel cost front. Further the midsize segment is the one which is most underbuilt, and replacement will be required. We will continue to work to maximize our profitability and secure more accretive transactions with a focus on creating value for our shareholders.”

About Danaos Corporation
Danaos Corporation is one of the largest independent owners of modern, large-size containerships. Our fleet of 77 containerships aggregating 479,589 TEUs, which includes 6 containerships on order aggregating 43,000 TEU with scheduled deliveries in 2024, ranks Danaos among the largest containership charter owners in the world based on total TEU capacity. Our fleet is chartered to many of the world’s largest liner companies on fixed-rate charters. Danaos Corporation’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “DAC”.
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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Oil And Gas Global Market Report 2022, By Type, Drilling Type, Application" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.


This report provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global oil and gas market as it emerges from the COVID-19 shut down.

The global oil and gas market is expected to grow from $6,098.98 billion in 2021 to $6,819.04 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The growth is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $10,376.28 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 11.1%.

Companies Mentioned

  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • BP plc.
  • Saudi Aramco
  • Exxon Mobil
  • Gazprom PAO
  • Chevron
  • Iraq Ministry of Oil
  • PJSC Lukoil
  • Total SA
  • Rosneft

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The oil and gas market consists of sales of oil and gas by entities (organizations, sole traders or partnerships) that undertake the exploration for, extraction, drilling, and refining, of oil and gas and some of its derivatives. This market does not include petrochemicals.

The main types are oil & gas upstream activities; oil downstream products. Oil and gas upstream activities include exploration activities, such as creating geological surveys and obtaining land rights and production activities, such as onshore and offshore drilling. The various drilling types include offshore; onshore that are used for residential, commercial, institutions and other applications.

Asia Pacific was the largest region in the oil and gas market in 2021. North America was the second largest region in the oil and gas market. The regions covered in the oil and gas market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

Low interest rates in most developed countries will positively impact the oil and gas industry during the forecast period. For instance, in 2019, the European Central Bank decreased interest rates to -0.5% on deposits from banks to encourage lending. This created a flow of cheap money for investment, both in developed and developing economies. It also encouraged borrowing and discouraged saving in advanced markets, helping to drive spending. Oil and gas companies were able to borrow more money for process improvements and expansion projects, thus driving the market during this period.

Oil price volatility is likely to have a negative impact on the market as significant decline and increase in oil prices negatively impacts the government and consumer spending. The decline in oil prices is having a negative impact on government spending in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Nigeria and the UAE (United Arab Emirates) which are largely dependent on revenues generated through crude oil exports; whereas significant increase in oil prices had resulted in rising inflation, current account deficit and fiscal deficit in countries such as India and China, which predominantly import oil. For instance, the Saudi government is expected to cut down its spending from 1.05 trillion riyals ($280 billion) in 2019 to 1.02 trillion riyals ($270 billion) in 2020, to 955 billion riyals ($255 billion) by 2022, due to significant decline in revenues generated from oil exports, thereby affecting the market. This high volatility in oil prices is expected to negatively impact the market going forward.

Major companies in the oil and gas industry are looking into big data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance decisions making abilities and thus drive profits. The companies in this industry gather huge amounts of raw data relating to the working of refineries, pipelines and other infrastructure through a large number of sensors placed across the oil rig. Using big data analytics, the companies can detect patterns which can allow them to quickly react to unwanted changes or potential defects, thus saving costs. AI allows the companies to take better drilling and operational decisions. Companies such as ExxonMobil and Shell have been increasingly investing in AI technology to have a centralized method of data management and support data integration across multiple applications.

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Kicking off this week with a public art installation at the Franklin Park Zoo, the three-month campaign will draw public attention to climate change through coordinated events, public art installations and programs at over a dozen of Greater Boston’s cultural institutions

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boston Green Ribbon Commission (GRC) has joined with the City of Boston and nearly 40 of Boston’s top cultural institutions to unveil Action Pact 2022, a first-of-its-kind public awareness campaign that will engage, educate and draw attention to the pressing issue of climate change. Kicking off this week with a public art installation at the Franklin Park Zoo, the Action Pact campaign – entitled ‘Ready, Resilient, Reinvented’ – will offer climate themed programming of all kinds over the next three months (April 1, 2022 to June 30, 2022) to the public including events, additional public art installations and coordinated programming at more than a dozen of Boston’s world-class arts, educational, sports and entertainment organizations.


“In this closing window of time to act, Boston must lead by taking every possible step to prepare for and mitigate the effects of the climate crisis," said Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. "I am grateful to the Green Ribbon Commission and Boston's cultural institutions for collectively supporting this Action Pact and our efforts to become a more resilient and just community."

The City of Boston aims to be carbon neutral by 2050, as well as increase resilience to climate threats including extreme weather, heat and sea level rise. To support these efforts, the Green Ribbon Commission, the Museum of Science, the New England Aquarium, the Boston Red Sox, the Museum of Fine Arts and 40 of Boston’s top cultural institutions formed a partnership that has served as the genesis for the Action Pact Boston campaign. With the goal of becoming an annual event, Action Pact seeks to capture the public’s attention around a vision of a future Boston that is carbon-free, climate-ready, equitable and innovative.

“We are incredibly excited to launch Action Pact in collaboration with our partners across the city and with Boston’s leading cultural institutions,” said Amy Longsworth, Executive Director of the Boston Green Ribbon Commission. “Along with our dedicated partners, we envision Action Pact becoming an annual event that will harness the power of arts and culture to open people’s minds and help people see things in powerful new ways. Our goal is to harness that power and encourage a sustained focus on visioning and achieving a climate-safe future.”

The inaugural theme – Ready, Resilient, Reinvented – of the 2022 Action Pact campaign embraces a wide range of connections and entry points to Boston’s climate challenges, including the need to learn from our past, mobilize our collective energies and imagine a future worth striving for by taking productive action that truly matters.

“The climate crisis we face requires a collective response like that of Action Pact,” said Tim Ritchie, President of the Museum of Science. “We are proud to be a founding member of this important assembly of cultural institutions in Boston, to educate our community on climate solutions. Together with our civic and cultural partners, we can inspire millions of people on the many ways – big and small – we can make long-lasting change.”

“With millions of fans coming through our gates each season, our organization has put considerable thought and effort into working to offset the environmental impact of operating a 110-year-old ballpark,” said Jon Lister, Vice President of Facilities Management at the Boston Red Sox. “Beginning in 2008 with solar panels, and more recently with the installation of a rooftop garden to grow fresh produce for ballpark kitchens, to fully offsetting our electrical consumption, the greening of Fenway Park has been ongoing. The Action Pact initiative allows us to continue to share our efforts on climate action while engaging a wider audience.”

The Action Pact 2022 campaign will include the following components over the next three months:

  • Boston Cultural Institution Programming – As part of the collective Action Pact campaign, over a dozen cultural institutions will feature climate-themed events including exhibitions, installations, panel discussions, film screenings, lectures and children’s programs – to name a few. Some notable programs and exhibitions will include the Norman B. Leventhal Map & Education Center’s “More or Less in Common: Environment and Justice in the Human Landscape,” the Museum of Science’s “New England Climate Stories” and more. You can visit https://www.actionpact.boston/events for a calendar and detailed listing of these events and programs.
  • Public Art Installations – To engage more Bostonians in Action Pact 2022, the GRC has sponsored a series of public art installations. Planned in partnership with local artists and GRC member institutions, the installations will consist of a series of pop-up, climate inspired artworks done all over the City during Spring 2022. In order to leave no long-term physical impact on their site, the artworks are, by design, ephemeral; created with materials such as charcoal, vegetable dyes and other materials, which will naturally fade over time. The first public artwork will be installed this week at the Franklin Park Zoo, followed by an installation at Boston Medical Center the week of May 2nd. Future installations are planned for the Boston Children's Museum, Fenway Park and other potential locations. For details on all planned public art installations visit the Action Pact website or reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
  • Public Events – In conjunction with the Action Pact media partner, The Boston Globe, and partner cultural organizations, the GRC will also hold a series of events over the three-month campaign. A full schedule of Action Pact events can be found here: https://www.actionpact.boston/events.

About the Boston Green Ribbon Commission
The mission of the Green Ribbon Commission is to accelerate the implementation of the City’s Climate Action Plan by convening, organizing, and enabling leaders from Boston’s key sectors. The City of Boston is committed to achieving net zero carbon energy sources by 2050, even as the city grows. The GRC provides a forum for representatives of the private sector and the City to discuss, plan and act on the opportunities, challenges, ideas, and requirements of preparing Boston to meet the imperatives of climate change. To learn more, visit www.greenribboncommission.org or follow us on Twitter.

About Action Pact
Action Pact is a consortium of arts, science, history, sports and entertainment organizations committed to leadership on climate action through creativity, education and facility energy efficiency and resilience. Arts and culture have the power to open people’s minds and help people see things in new ways. The goal of Action Pact is to harness that power and encourage a sustained, culturally-based focus on visioning and achieving a climate-safe future. Action Pact is a partnership between the Boston Green Ribbon Commission, the City of Boston, and over 40 of Boston’s world-class cultural institutions. To learn more, visit https://www.actionpact.boston.


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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Oil & Gas Upstream Activities Global Market Report 2022, By Type, Drilling Type, End-User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.


This report provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global oil & gas upstream activities market as it emerges from the COVID-19 shut down.

The global oil & gas upstream activities market is expected to grow from $3,567.49 billion in 2021 to $3,934.81 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $5,663.36 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 9.5%.

Companies Mentioned

  • Iraq Ministry of Oil
  • Gazprom PAO
  • Saudi Aramco
  • National Iranian Oil Company
  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • Rosneft
  • Schlumberger Ltd.
  • Equinor
  • Gazprom Neft
  • Chevron

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The oil and gas upstream activities market consists of sales of crude oil and natural gas by entities (organizations, sole traders or partnerships) that undertake the pre-refining activities of crude oil and natural gas production.

The main types of oil and gas upstream activities are crude oil, natural gas, oil and gas wells drilling services, oil and gas supporting activities. Crude oil is a naturally occurring petroleum product made up of hydrocarbon deposits and other organic materials that is extracted from the earth and refined into gasoline, jet fuel, and other petroleum products. The different drilling types include offshore, onshore and is used by various sectors such as crude petroleum comprises, natural gas extraction comprises

Asia Pacific was the largest region in the oil & gas upstream activities market in 2021. North America was the second largest region in the oil & gas upstream activities market. The regions covered in the oil & gas upstream activities market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

Oil and gas extraction companies around the world are investing heavily in digital oilfield technology to enhance oil and gas production. Digital oil fields integrate advanced software, hardware, and data analysis techniques to collect real-time data from the oilfield. They consist of visualization, product surveillance, integrated decision making, and remote communication systems. Digital technologies in oil fields include high-performance drill bits, advanced electrical submersible pumps, and 3D seismic imaging and reservoir modelling.

Oilfields digitization facilitates efficient utilization of human resources and thus optimizes the profitability of oil production. This technology is changing the competitive landscape with a fact that an increase in production efficiency by ten percentage points can yield an impact of $220 million to $260 million on the bottom-line. According to IHS CERA, digital oilfield implementation leads to increase in oil production by 2 to 8% and reduction in operating expense by 5 to 25%. For Instance, some of the major companies investing in digital oilfields include Noble Corp, Statoil and Apache Corp.

Oil and gas well drilling companies are adopting 3D visualization systems to reduce project cycle times and increase drilling accuracy. 3D visualization system generates a 3D model of a wellbore and real-time drilling data to monitor and optimize drilling process. This system facilitates automatic diagnosis of drilling problems and improves and streamlines collaboration by allowing geoscientists and drilling engineers to virtually locate, see, and test drilling sites, resulting in significant cost savings of up to 20% and reduction in non-productive drilling time by 20%.

These systems are integrated with asset teams by means of software, thus facilitating precise and accurate placement of drill sites. For Instance, some of the major companies offering 3D visualization technology companies include eDrilling, Hexagon, Mechdyne and Landmark.

Oil and Gas Wells Drilling Service providers are using seismic technology to map and interpret potential hydrocarbon reserves. 4D seismic technology is used to track the change in the physical properties of the reservoir rocks which are caused due to changes in reservoir pressure, temperature and fluid saturation.

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