Exxon Seeks Permit For 8th Project In Guyana As Output Climbs

U.S. oil and gas major Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) is seeking environmental permits for its eighth project in Guyana, the first that will generate gas not linked to oil production. Exxon is also looking to explore another well at its massive offshore block, the head of the U.S. oil major in Guyana revealed on Wednesday. Exxon is getting ready for what promises to be a very active year for exploration and production in Guyana following upgrades that increased the capacity of two of its three floating facilities. Last year, Netherlands-based SBM…