LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)

A formal business arrangement where two or more companies partner to pursue a specific project or contract, which can affect subcontractors by changing who issues purchase orders, approves invoices, or holds liability on site. Field service companies should confirm early which JV partner is the contracting entity to avoid payment delays or scope disputes.

When a well or piece of production equipment is temporarily halted or taken offline, often resulting in subcontractors being demobilised or placed on standby with reduced or suspended billable hours until operations resume.

The date when drilling begins on a new well. Marks the start of drilling operations.

A voluntary safety certification program in Canada that recognizes employers who have developed health and safety management systems that meet established standards. Required by many operators in Alberta and Western Canada.

A company that provides specialized services to oil and gas operators, such as drilling, completions, workover, transportation, or maintenance. Also called oilfield services (OFS).

A structural anchor or connection point used to secure equipment, pipelines, or wellheads back to an existing infrastructure system, commonly referenced in subcontractor scopes of work when connecting new installations to live or existing lines. Subcontractors should confirm tieback specifications and isolation procedures clearly in their contracts, as this work often involves elevated risk and may require additional certifications or permits.