The Distinguished Lecturer program is now accepting nominations for the 2027–2028 season. Nominees typically have at least 10 years of experience in a subject of widespread interest and are nominated by a colleague, acquaintance, or friend.

Deepwater blocks drew most of the attention in the first lease sale for the offshore region to be held in 2 years.

The discovery in the Kutei Basin offshore Indonesia is being considered for fast-track development.