News Archive - August 2008

First all-sky map in gamma rays revealed

The US Department of Energy has announced that Gamma-Ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) has revealed its first all-sky map in gamma rays.

Department of Energy in recycling exhibit

The US Department of Energy will unveil The Art of Recycling: The Coolest Show in Town, a special exhibit at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC.

Providence, Star Energy launch Ulysses JV

Providence Resources plc has announced the commencement of its Ulysses Project, a joint venture with Star Energy Group plc.

DCC to acquire UK oil business

DCC plc has strengthened its presence in the UK through the acquisition of Chevron Ltd UK, which trades under the Texaco brand.

Waste Management raises Republic Services offer

Waste Management Inc, the largest North American trash hauler, has raised its unsolicited offer for Republic Services Inc by 8.8 percent to US$6.73 billion.

Transcanada gets go-ahead for US$26bn Alaskan pipeline

TransCanada Corp has received the support of the Alaska Legislature to award the company a license for the Alaska Pipeline Project.

US$1.3 billion deal for ExxonMobil in Nigeria

ExxonMobil Corporation has announced that its affiliate has commenced operations of a US$1.3 billion project in Nigeria to produce and sell natural gas liquids, providing a new source of energy and economic benefits while reducing environmental impacts.