Oil & Gas Risk Service

Stay ahead of upstream risk

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The Oil and Gas Risk Service provides a global view of comparative investment risks in the upstream oil and gas sector. You get upstream-specific country risk forecasts, dynamic analysis of emerging risks, 130+ country/territory reports, and an interactive risk rating tool. Online access to these resources, including the analysts behind the research, ensure you can:

Receive objective expert analysis incorporating IHS Energy data, forecasts and mapping tools
Get early warnings about major developments pertinent to the upstream industry
Gain insight into policy drivers in producing countries and emerging exploration frontiers
Directly access a team of 15+ regional experts with tailored insight, ad hoc presentations and support

What’s Included

Research Notes & Briefs

Timely analysis that leverages Energy expertise, data, forecasts and mapping tools
“Beyond-the-news” analysis of state behavior and its impact on upstream investment/operating climate
Contributions from a team of 15+ analysts, providing strong regional experience and insight

Online Country Profiles

130+ major oil and gas producing countries and frontier states
Analysis of policy implementation, decision-making structures/frameworks, and investment risks
Description of existing investor success, government-company relations and competitor challenges
Customizable by clients to create risk presentations for new entry/portfolio assessment decisions

Special Reports & Quarterly

Analysis of emerging trends affecting investors in hydrocarbon-producing/frontier states
Regional assessments of major changes in the upstream investment environment
Emphasis on visualization, with supporting graphics and data
Thought leadership on above-ground risk.
Research basis for client presentations and analyst contact

Industry Success Stories

Monroe Energy improves operational efficiency, enables Delta Air Lines’ strategy to cut fuel costs $300MM per year

As a Delta Air Lines subsidiary, this oil refinery reduced the parent company’s jet fuel costs by $300 million per year and increased the efficiency/productivity of its own 40 engineers by up to 2 hours a day – saving about $600K per year. The refinery also strengthened corporate governance by ensuring compliance with safety/environmental standards.

SEE CASE STUDY

Bill Barrett Corporation Spends More Time Analyzing, Less Time Searching, to Gain Investment Insights

While seeking oil and gas development opportunities in the Rocky Mountains region, this Denver-based company has increased workflow efficiency by using a new platform that displays research based on users' preferences, delivers hours of time-savings each week and enables greater focus on high-level analysis.

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Jake Oil Cuts Drilling Time with IHS Markit Offset Drilling Data

Based in Montana, this trio of oil and gas exploration and consulting companies gained access to comprehensive, up-to-date drilling data and was therefore able to reduce the time required to research drilling programs by up to 2 weeks-- which saves clients money on the front end -- as well as improving operational efficiency and minimizing risks

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Shell Innovates the Biofuel Market with Marine Algae

This group of oil, gas and petrochemical companies has interests in a variety of renewable energy sources and has become the world’s largest distributor of biofuels – exploring ideas to accelerate potential development of a commercially-feasible and climate-friendly biofuel from marine algae.

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