BOEM proposes changes to offshore oil and gas bond requirements

In support of President Trump’s Executive Order 13795, implementing an America-first offshore energy strategy, the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) announced proposed changes to clarify, streamline and provide greater transparency to financial assurance requirements (e.g. bonding) for the offshore oil and gas industry, while protecting American taxpayers against high-risk decommissioning liabilities.

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Volvo Penta introduces next generation of D4 and D6 engine packages

Volvo Penta held a Media Day in Gothenburg, Sweden, last week to introduce the new D4 and D6 to the marine press. Volvo Penta photo

With over 100,000 units delivered since its introduction in 2003, Volvo Penta has given its next generation D4 and D6 propulsion packages a comprehensive overhaul. They are available in three different variants: Volvo Penta IPS, Inboard and Aquamatic sterndrive.

The benefits touch on almost every aspect that boat owners consider important — including performance, reliability, durability, running costs and maintenance. The improvements also deliver a more enjoyable experience, with a more...

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