This paper investigates the existence of ownership effects in the global oil and gas industry, i.e. whether there are systematic performance and efficiency differentials between National Oil Companies (NOCs) and privately-owned International Oil Companies (IOCs). After discussing key issues of...

Intro -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- 1 - Overview of the Management of Human Resources -- Strategic Implications of Human Resource Management -- Gaining and sustaining a competitive advantage -- Satisfying multiple stakeholders -- Managing Human Resources -- Staf ng -- Key staf...

The technology to liquefy natural gas for transport to countries worldwide and the increasing use of natural gas as a cleaner fossil fuel for industry and household meant that the supply of liquified natural gas (LNG) worldwide is a profitable trend. Shipping companies can strategically choose...