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Chevron (NYSE: CVX) has announced the start of oil and natural gas production from its Anchor project in the deepwater U.S. Gulf of Mexico. This marks a significant milestone, utilizing industry-first high-pressure technology rated for 20,000 psi operation and reaching reservoir depths of 34,000 feet below sea level.
The Anchor semi-submersible floating production unit (FPU) has a design capacity of 75,000 gross barrels of oil per day and 28 million gross cubic feet of natural gas per day. Located approximately 140 miles off Louisiana's coast, the project consists of seven subsea wells tied to the FPU. The Anchor field's total potentially recoverable resources are estimated at up to 440 million barrels of oil equivalent.
Chevron holds a 62.86% working interest in the project, with TotalEnergies E&P USA, Inc. owning the remaining 37.14%. The Anchor FPU is designed as an all-electric facility to reduce carbon emissions, utilizing waste heat recovery and existing pipeline infrastructure for direct transport to U.S. Gulf Coast markets.
Chevron (NYSE:CVX) announced significant changes, including the relocation of its headquarters from San Ramon, California, to Houston, Texas, and several senior leadership transitions. CEO Mike Wirth and Vice Chairman Mark Nelson will move to Houston by the end of 2024, with corporate functions migrating over the next five years. The company currently has about 7,000 employees in Houston and 2,000 in San Ramon.
Key leadership changes include: Nigel Hearne, EVP of Oil, Products & Gas, retiring after 35 years; Mark Nelson taking over this role; Rhonda Morris, VP and Chief HR Officer, retiring after 31 years; Michelle Green succeeding Morris; Colin Parfitt, VP Midstream, retiring after 29 years; and Andy Walz appointed as President of Downstream, Midstream & Chemicals. These changes aim to enhance collaboration and operational efficiency.
Chevron (NYSE: CVX) reported earnings of $4.4 billion ($2.43 per share - diluted) for Q2 2024, down from $6.0 billion ($3.20 per share - diluted) in Q2 2023. Adjusted earnings were $4.7 billion ($2.55 per share - diluted), compared to $5.8 billion ($3.08 per share - diluted) last year. Foreign currency effects decreased earnings by $243 million. Chevron's global production rose by 11% driven by the acquisition of PDC Energy and strong performance in the Permian and DJ Basins.
The company returned $6 billion to shareholders, totaling over $50 billion in the last two years. However, worldwide net oil-equivalent production was up 11% from a year ago but partly offset by downtime in Australia. The company's cash flow from operations stood at $6.3 billion, in line with the year-ago period.
Capex increased to $4.0 billion from $3.8 billion last year, reflecting higher investments in upstream projects. Chevron executed agreements in Namibia, Brazil, Equatorial Guinea, and Angola to expand exploration acreage. The quarterly dividend was declared at $1.63 per share, payable on September 10, 2024.
Chevron (NYSE: CVX) will hold its 2Q 2024 earnings conference call on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT). The call will feature Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO, Eimear Bonner, CFO, and Jake Spiering, General Manager of Investor Relations. Participants can dial in using the number 888-271-8608 with the conference ID 3154534, or access the live webcast via www.chevron.com. A replay will be available in the 'Investors' section of the website. Chevron is a leading energy company focused on expanding its oil and gas business while lowering carbon intensity and growing lower carbon ventures like renewable fuels and hydrogen.
Chevron (NYSE: CVX) highlighted its 2024 business performance at its Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Chairman and CEO Michael Wirth emphasized strong operational performance, cost and capital discipline, and consistent cash returns to shareholders. Chevron achieved its highest-ever annual production of 3.1 million barrels per day in 2023. The first quarter marked the ninth consecutive quarter with adjusted earnings over $5 billion and an adjusted ROCE above 12%. Key projects in the Gulf of Mexico and advancements in lower carbon intensity fuels were noted. Recent acquisitions, including PDC Energy and ACES Delta, enhance Chevron's U.S. presence and green hydrogen capabilities. Wirth reiterated financial priorities: growing dividends, efficient capital investment, maintaining a strong balance sheet, and returning excess cash to stockholders. Preliminary meeting results are online, with final results to be filed with the SEC.
Chevron Pipe Line Company and American Aerospace Technologies received a waiver from the FAA to conduct unmanned aircraft surveillance in the San Joaquin Valley. The AiRanger UAS, designed by AATI, supports aerial surveillance for Chevron's pipeline facilities. The DAA system capabilities were demonstrated in California, leading to the issuance of a waiver. The AiRanger UAS is a fixed-wing aircraft capable of long-range operations beyond visual line of sight, marking a milestone in unmanned aviation.
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