Governments suddenly are racing to ban vehicles fueled by oil products. Source: News

Rick Kessy will join Painted Pony Energy Ltd., Calgary, as its chief financial officer, effective Oct. 1. Source: News

Richard Scott Sloan has been appointed executive vice-president and chief financial officer of Vanguard Natural Resources Inc., Houston. He succeeds Richard A. Robert in both roles. Source: News

Politically motivated regulations need to be revoked and agencies across the federal government that make decisions affecting energy resource development need to work together more closely, US Interior Sec. Ryan Zinke said. “My job is to make sure all Americans have a voice. I can assure you the war on American energy is over,” he […]

Michael C. Kearney has been tapped to lead Frank’s International NV as president and chief executive officer. He’ll also continue in his current roles as chairman. He succeeds Douglas G. Stephens, who has left the company and to pursue other interests. Source: News

Joseph A. Blount Jr. has been named president and chief executive officer of Colonial Pipeline Co. He succeeds John Somerhalder II, who served as interim president and CEO for Colonial upon the retirement of Tim Felt earlier this year. Source: News