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Lower Natural Gas Prices Expected

February 7th, 2012 | No Comments | Posted in Geology.com

Analysts are expecting natural gas prices to continue falling during 2012 as overproduction and slow adoption of the fuel in the transportation and electricity generation industries continues.

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Natural Gas Funding for the Sierra Club

February 6th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Geology.com

Between 2007 and 2010 the Sierra Club accepted over $25 million in donations from the gas industry but declined recent offers of $30 million.

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You Don’t Have Earthquake Coverage

February 5th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Geology.com

Out of nearly 6000 homes damaged by the August 23 earthquake in Virginia , only a few percent will be covered by earthquake insurance. A bill in the Virginia legislature, if passed, will require insurance companies to notify all homeowners who have purchased a homeowners insurance policy that does not cover earthquakes.

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Solar Flares

February 5th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Geology.com

Following one of the longest and weakest periods of activity in many cycles, the Sun is brimming with activity again. In late January 2012, our nearest star offered a preview of what may be to come in the solar maximum of 2012–13.

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Head of Real Estate Private Equity Job

February 4th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Jobs in UAE

Client: Our client is a wealthy South American family that would like to make a shift in their real estate investment from Mexico to the Middle East. They are members of the Forbes list of wealthiest South Americans. They have hired our firm to find an individual who is capable of starting and operating a full-service real estate investment firm in the Middle East. Our client has significant investments across many industries in North and South America, Mexico, Africa, Europe, Caribbean with limited investments in the Middle East, with the exception of oil and gas. Their holdings in oil and gas are mostly equipment manufacturing and leasing as well as ownership in a highly respected energy consulting firm. The client’s real estate holdings include: Office, mixed use developments, multi-family, industrial, retail and major land holdings.

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Continued Eruption at Puyehue-Cordón Caulle

February 3rd, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Geology.com

“Eight months of ceaseless activity have covered the landscape around Chile ’s Puyehue Cordón Caulle Volcanic Complex in ash. The light-colored ash appears most clearly on the rocky, alpine slopes surrounding the active vent and Puyehue’s 2,236 meter (7,336 foot)-tall caldera.” Quote from the Earth Observatory image release.

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Receptionist Job – Gulf Recruitment Group

January 31st, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Jobs in UAE

You will be joining a global multi-national corporation. The company offers remote site life support services to various sectors including military, oil and gas, and semi permanent construction sites. Job Details Date Posted: 2012-01-31 Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Role: Administration Company Industry: Oil/Gas Monthly Salary: US $2,000 Preferred Candidate Career Level: Mid Career Apply Now – Jobs in UAE – Jobs in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Administration Jobs in UAE – Search All Jobs

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Personal Assistant Job – Gulf Recruitment Group

January 31st, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Jobs

PA required for the Dubai office of a major global life support services group You will be joining a global multi-national corporation. The company offers remote site life support services to various sectors including military, oil and gas, Purpose of role: To provide an efficient and responsive administrative, organizational, and logistical service to 2 Managing Directors, helping him to manage and prioritize his time and the Chief Administrator. Job Details Date Posted: 2012-01-31 Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Role: Administration Company Industry: Construction Monthly Salary: US $7,000 Preferred Candidate Career Level: Mid Career Degree: Bachelor’s degree/higher diploma Apply Now – Jobs in UAE – Jobs in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Administration Jobs in UAE – Search All Jobs

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Design & Engineering Manager | FAMCO | Dubai Job – Al Futtaim Group

January 30th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Jobs

About the Business: FAMCO (Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Co.) is a market leading supplier of products & services to a diverse range of industries & commercial undertakings covering the transportation, construction, manufacturing, warehousing, oil & gas and marine sectors. FAMCO serves these industries with world-class brands like Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Construction Equipment, Merlo, Ingersoll Rand, Linde, Dexion, Yanmar, Himoinsa, Stanley Proto, Fenner, Bruynzeel, Mobel Linea, Meco, Bott, Stertil, Hart & Nassau. FAMCO has operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah and in December 2011, FAMCO acquired the Volvo Construction Equipment distributor for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Al Rehab) and now operates with 5 branches across the Kingdom." The company’s development and success has been based on an in-depth understanding of customer needs and the dedication of its skilled staff. FAMCO is committed to providing outstanding second-to-none service levels to customers and to maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards at the highest possible levels. FAMCO is an ISO 9001: 2008 & ISO 14001: 2004 certified company

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ERD Drilling Supervisor Job – Star Services

January 30th, 2012 | Comments Off | Posted in Jobs in UAE

Completion of secondary education(12) years. Degree from technology College including computer skills. Degree in relevant Engineering discipline such as Petroleum or Mechanical (Desired) Minimum four to eight years experience, job level will be based on total qualifications. Three years experience in operations relaed to Directional/ERD drilling, completion and workover activities (Desired) Computing skills including MS office. Knowledge of Drilling Information Management System (DIMS) Leadership training

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