Guyana Oil Boom: ExxonMobil Hits 900,000-Barrel Milestone As Production Race Accelerates

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BY NAN BUSINESS EDITOR

News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Weds. Nov. 12, 2025: Guyana’s oil juggernaut, ExxonMobil, has hit another major milestone – 900,000 barrels of oil per day – solidifying the South American nation’s position as one of the fastest-growing petroleum producers in the world.

The announcement from ExxonMobil Guyana and its Stabroek block partners – Hess Guyana Exploration Ltd. and CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Ltd. – marks a symbolic moment just six years after Guyana’s first commercial oil production began.

Yellowtail Boosts Output

The surge comes on the heels of the Yellowtail project’s successful ramp-up to its designed capacity of 250,000 barrels per day, joining the already robust operations at Liza Phase 1, Liza Phase 2, and Payara.

Together, the four projects have propelled Guyana to output levels that rival OPEC producers such as Ecuador and surpass every other Caribbean nation combined.

“Guyana’s story is one of continuous achievements,” said ExxonMobil Guyana President Alistair Routledge. “Through close collaboration with the Government of Guyana, our co-venturers, suppliers, contractors, and employees, we are building a world-class energy sector that delivers significant value for the people of Guyana.”

A $60 Billion Energy Bet

The Stabroek block consortium has now committed more than US$60 billion in development investments — a staggering sum that underscores long-term confidence in Guyana’s offshore reserves.

Six additional government-approved projects are in the pipeline, including Uaru and Whiptail, both expected to deliver 250,000 barrels per day each by 2026 and 2027. The Hammerhead project will follow in 2029 with another 150,000 barrels per day, while Longtail – now under regulatory review – could push Guyana’s total capacity to 1.7 million barrels per day across eight developments.

Guyana’s Global Moment

This exponential growth is transforming Guyana’s economy and geopolitical relevance. Once one of the poorest countries in the hemisphere, it now boasts one of the world’s highest GDP growth rates and has become a central player in global energy markets.

But as production scales, so do expectations – from managing environmental risks and fiscal transparency to ensuring oil wealth benefits the broader population.

Still, ExxonMobil’s rapid progress signals an undeniable reality: Guyana’s oil era is no longer an emerging story – it’s a global force in motion.

“I Love Jamaica” Global Telethon And Concert Series To Raise Funds For Hurricane Melissa Recovery

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By NAN Entertainment News

News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Weds. Nov. 12, 2025: Jamaica’s creative and sporting communities are joining forces in a powerful show of unity and compassion under the banner of the “I Love Jamaica” Telethon and Concert Series – a national and global fundraising campaign to support recovery efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa.

Organized by the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, (MCGES), and spearheaded by Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange, the initiative will combine the strength of Jamaica’s music, sports, and diaspora communities to help rebuild homes, schools, and livelihoods across the hardest-hit parishes in western Jamaica.

The Telethon: Music, Hope & Giving

The “I Love Jamaica Telethon” in Kingston, Jamaica, presented by Red Stripe and powered by Digicel, will air live on Sunday, November 23, from 1 to 7 p.m. The six-hour televised event will be broadcast on TVJ and CVM TV, and streamed worldwide on multiple digital platforms.

The telethon will feature an all-star line-up including Chris Martin, Masicka, Alaine, Tarrus Riley, and others, alongside appearances by Jamaica’s sporting icons Usain Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Asafa Powell, who will join the phone lines to take calls and pledges live on air.

“The need is great, and we must answer the call to show care, compassion, and love,” Minister Grange said. “We’re leveraging the power of our creative and sports sectors to bring relief to our brothers and sisters, particularly in the western parishes.”

Donations can be made through the official government portal supportjamaica.gov.jm, with oversight provided by ODPEM and the Ministry of Labour and Social Security to ensure transparency and accountability.

Global Concerts Unite Jamaica And The Diaspora

British singer Ali Campbell, seen here with the reggae group UB40 during a concert of The Hits Tour at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on April 2, 2024, will perform at the UK Jamaica fundraiser on Nov. 13, 2025. (Photo by MARCEL KRIJGSMAN/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Beyond the telethon, the I Love Jamaica Concert Series will take the message of “One Love” worldwide, with major shows scheduled in London, New York, Miami/Miramar, and other key diaspora cities.

The series kicks off November 13 at KOKO Camden, London, hosted by Kane Brown and featuring an impressive lineup including Boy George, Ali Campbell (UB40), David Rodigan, Bitty McLean, Emeli Sandé, Carroll Thompson, General Levy, Robbo Ranx, Becca D, and Tippa Irie. A mega show at London’s O2 Arena is also confirmed for December 21, headlined by UB40 and Culture Club.

In the U.S., concerts are set for Miami (December 7th) and New York (December 12th at UBS Arena), produced by Bobby Clarke of Irie Jam, Jammins Entertainment, and Jamaica Strong NY Inc. The New York staging will feature Shaggy as headliner, supported by a powerhouse team including Roger Lewis (Inner Circle), Sharon Burke, and RoadBlock Radio.

Additional concerts are being explored for Toronto, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and even Serbia, reflecting the global outpouring of love for Jamaica’s rebuilding mission.

“Jamaica’s culture has always been a source of strength, pride, and global influence,” said Minister Grange. “In times of crisis, it becomes a unifying force. This concert reminds us that our people and friends around the world can come together to rebuild lives and restore hope.”

Power of Music, Spirit of Resilience

During last week’s media launch, Christopher Martin, one of the headlining artists, spoke emotionally about the initiative.

“I’ve seen the devastation firsthand. Jamaicans don’t abandon each other — we rise together. Hurricane Melissa took a lot from us, but it did not take our spirit,” he said.

Minister Grange echoed that sentiment, challenging critics who dismissed the concert as trivial. “Anyone who sees the music and our entertainers doing something at this time as frivolous doesn’t understand the power of our music. Our music heals, uplifts, and unites.”

The goal is to raise at least US$1 million across the telethon and concert series – a target Grange believes is achievable given Jamaica’s history of solidarity.

“The last time we did a telethon, we raised $60 million in just 10 days,” she noted. “We can do it again.”

More Ways To Give

The Ministry is also in discussions with the Jamaica Football Federation to organize international friendly matches featuring the Reggae Boyz in the U.S. and U.K. for hurricane relief. Additionally, Damian Marley and Ghetto Youths International are staging a separate series of U.S.-based charity events, while the Caribbean Premier League, (CPL), and Chris Gayle are planning fundraising collaborations.

Minister Grange has also encouraged citizens to register on the National Registry of Volunteers to assist with on-the-ground recovery and counseling support being led by the Jamaica Umbrella Group of Churches under Bishop Herro Blair.

“Hurricane Melissa may have shaken us, but it did not break us,” Grange said. “We will rebuild and emerge even stronger. Let’s show the world what ‘One Love’ truly means.”

Guyana Signs Major Offshore Oil Deal With QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies and PETRONAS

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News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Weds. Nov. 12, 2025: The Government of Guyana has inked a new Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) for shallow-water Block S4 offshore Guyana with a consortium led by global energy giants QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies, and PETRONAS.

The deal, signed through the Ministry of Natural Resources, marks another milestone in Guyana’s growing oil and gas industry. Under the agreement, TotalEnergies will serve as the operator with a 40% stake, while QatarEnergy and PETRONAS will hold 35% and 25% respectively.

The Government of Guyana has inked a new Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) for shallow-water Block S4 offshore Guyana with a consortium led by global energy giants QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies, and PETRONAS.

Awarded under Guyana’s first-ever licensing round in 2022, the PSA includes a US$15 million signing bonus and underscores continued investor confidence in the country’s hydrocarbon sector.

Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, hailed the signing as a signal of Guyana’s global appeal. “We are pleased to welcome QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies and PETRONAS as new partners in Guyana’s petroleum sector,” Bharrat said. “This investment demonstrates continued international confidence in Guyana’s transparent and robust licensing framework, and it reflects our government’s commitment to ensuring that the development of our natural resources is done sustainably and for the benefit of all Guyanese.”

Block S4 covers roughly 1,788 square kilometers, located between 50 and 100 kilometers off Guyana’s coast, in water depths ranging from 30 to 100 meters. The Ministry said exploration will adhere to both national regulatory standards and international best practices for environmental protection.

TotalEnergies’ Vice President of Exploration for the Americas, Daniel Larrañaga, expressed eagerness to begin operations, saying:

“We want to go fast. We want to explore this basin as soon as we can.”

The Ministry of Natural Resources reaffirmed the government’s commitment to environmental stewardship, transparency, and maximizing local participation in all petroleum activities.

With this latest agreement, Guyana continues to solidify its status as one of the world’s fastest-emerging energy producers—balancing rapid sector growth with a pledge to responsible development and national benefit.