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Trade Arabia
02-06-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
OEG wins agreement to support oil major in North America
OEG, a leading energy solutions provider, has secured a three-year contract with an international oil major. Under the terms of the agreement, which includes optional extensions for up to five years, OEG will supply logistics equipment for the organisation's operations in North America. This partnership underscores OEG's commitment to operational excellence and ability to support across the energy lifecycle. Its leading cargo carrying units (CCUs), designed to meet international standards for quality and safety, will ensure a resilient and sustainable fleet that can meet operational demands, said a statement from OEG. The full-service offering, which includes inspection, maintenance and replacement of the units when required, will be managed out of OEG's strategically located yards in New Iberia, Port Fourchon, and Houston, it stated. Garett Gauthier, Regional Director for OEG's logistics equipment division in North America, said: "This is an exciting win for OEG, and we look forward to leveraging our significant experience to support this customer in the region. This award reinforces the competence and professionalism of our team." Headquartered in Aberdeen, OEG is a leading energy solutions business providing mission critical infrastructure assets, technologies and services to the global energy industry. It has over 1,300 employees and operates in more than 65 countries. "OEG is recognised for its exceptional service delivery, which was a determining factor in finalising the agreement. Our localised approach to equipment and service delivery will help to strengthen our relationship with our customer by enabling close collaboration and fast response times," he noted. According to him, the US offshore energy sector is experiencing increased activity, with new oil and gas discoveries and production milestones.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Accidental blaze damages two units at Meadows West Apartments
LAFAYETTE, La. () — An accidental fire in Lafayette Parish caused damage to two apartments and minor injuries for an occupant. Lafayette firefighters responded to the Meadows West Apartments on 201 High Meadows Boulevard for a reported apartment fire at 4:20 pm. Officials said when they arrived smoke was coming from the apartment. Firefighters entered the unit and conducted a search for occupants. The only occupant, at the time, exited the apartment as firefighters arrived. Officials located the fire in the kitchen and extinguished it within ten minutes. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Officials said the kitchen sustained heavy fire and water damage while other rooms in the dwelling had smoke damage. The adjoining apartment also sustained smoke and minor water damage. According to officials the occupant was cooking prior to falling asleep. He was awakened by the alarm and discovered the kitchen on fire. He attempted to extinguish the fire. While doing so, he sustained minor burns to his hands. He was evaluated on the scene and later transported to a local hospital. The fire was ruled an accident. New Iberia dedicates historical marker to Spanish founding fathers Four arrested in connection to Opelousas homicide Accidental blaze damages two units at Meadows West Apartments New York Times agrees to license its material for Amazon's AI Haribo recalls sweets in the Netherlands after cannabis detected Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Iberia Parish Memorial Day Remembrance Program
IBERIA PARISH, La. () — Holding its annual Memorial Day Ceremony, the Iberia Veterans Association honors fallen soldiers in Downtown New Iberia. Percy Barrilleaux, an Army Veteran and President of the Iberia Veterans Association, says this is necessary to remind people the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day. 'A lot of people mistake Veterans Day and Memorial Day,' explained Barrilleaux. 'Veterans Day is more for us that is still living, but Memorial is for those that are gone.' Remembering soldiers who made the sacrifice to protect our freedoms, New Iberia Mayor Freddie Decourt shared with people the number of fallen New Iberia servicemen and women. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'It's 1,000,308 souls,' said Decourt. 'Heros that never returned. Heros made the ultimate sacrifice. And of 1,000,308 souls, we have the distinction of having 129 on the wall of our Veterans Memorial.' A proud Army Veteran, Iberia Parish President Larry Richard continues the memorial program by reminding everyone of the real reason they are there to celebrate. 'Memorial Day is a time of reflection, a moment to recognize the true cost of freedom and to remember those who gave everything for the second,' Richard said. Iberia Parish Memorial Day Remembrance Program Memorial Day services held at Moncus Park in Lafayette IMS opens ticket renewal for the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 Teen confesses to fatal shooting of LYFT driver in Panama City Beach Florida man survives alligator attack before being fatally shot by deputies Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Accidental shooting in New Iberia leaves one injured
NEW IBERIA, La. (KLFY) — Police are investigating an accidental shooting that left one person injured in New Iberia this evening. According to authorities, just before 5 p.m., the New Iberia Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 900 block of Mississippi Street. When officials arrived on the scene, they found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital. The condition of the victim is currently unknown. Officials said an investigation revealed the incident occurred inside of a residence when an individual mishandled a firearm, causing the firearm to discharge and accidentally hit the victim. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KLFY Daily Digest The individual has been detained by police for questioning. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact New Iberia Police. Latest news Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
Duson man charged with attempted murder in Easter shooting in Rayne
RAYNE, La. () — A Duson man is charged with six counts of attempted murder in connection with a , authorities said. Ashwin J. Nickerson, 27, of Duson, is charged with six counts of attempted first degree murder and one count of illegal use of weapons. Nickerson was allegedly involved in a shooting April 20 in the 900 block of Lyman Avenue in Rayne. Two of the victims were shot in the head, but managed to drive themselves to a police station, authorities said. Nickerson was arrested May 1 by the on a warrant from . He was later transported to the Acadia Parish Jail where he is being held on a $750,000 bond, officials said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 19 seniors will not walk in Comeaux High School graduation after prank Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr awarded 10 medals to replace those destroyed in LA fires Trump says he doesn't know if he has to uphold Constitution: 5 takeaways from interview New Iberia man charged on two different warrants in St. Mary Parish Sandbags available for expected flooding this week Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
