Plains Midstream Canada to acquire Empress NGL business

Plains Midstream Canada ULC has entered into a definitive agreement to pay $200 million (Can.) in cash to acquire the ownership interests held by Westcoast Energy Inc. in Spectra Energy Corp.’s Canadian natural gas liquids business. Source: News


Hrudey to take role of APEGA president

Steve E. Hrudey will become president of the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) at its 2016 annual general meeting in Edmonton on Apr. 22. Source: News


Petrobras launches voluntary termination program

Petroleo Brasileiro SA (Petrobras) has created a voluntary termination program, open to all employees regardless of age and tenure, in an effort to “optimize productivity and reduce costs,” the Brazilian state-owned firm said. Source: News


Nguer selected as Total president, marketing and services

Momar Nguer has been appointed president, marketing and services, and member of the executive committee of Total SA. He has served as senior vice-president, Africa and Middle East, marketing and services, since December 2011. Source: News