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British oil giant BP launches sale of North Sea business

BP has initiated the sale of its North Sea operations, potentially ending around 60 years of regional production under its ownership.

By 31 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET Updated 31 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET

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British energy giant BP has launched the sale of its North Sea business, according to Euronews. The proposed sale comes amid volatile global energy markets and higher windfall taxes.

If completed, the transaction could bring an end to approximately 60 years of North Sea production managed under the British energy company's ownership.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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