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For the past 13 years, Nelda and Janie Moore have spent the holidays bundled together in one frigid bedroom shared by the two sisters and Janie's 15-year-old daughter Gina. But, for the first time ever, the Moores will decorate their Christmas tree surrounded by the warmth and comfort of central heat without the challenges of living in substandard housing, thanks to the generosity of Shell Oil Company and its affiliate, Motiva Enterprises LLC.

While the majority of gasolines on the market today contain only the minimum amount of cleaning agents required by government standards, some companies say that isn't enough

PTT Poly Canada announced today that it has successfully started up the first world-scale polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) polymer plant

Shell Solar Industries announced today that they have been awarded a contract by Semitropic Water Storage District of Wasco, California, to design and install a unique array of solar photovoltaics (PV)

Shell Hydrogen (U.S.) opened the first hydrogen dispenser at a retail gasoline station to service a fleet of six fuel cell vehicles from the General Motors Corporation, the companies announced today.

TransCanada Corporation and Shell US Gas & Power LLC (Shell) today announced plans to develop an offshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification terminal, named Broadwater Energy, in the New York State waters of Long Island Sound

Shell announced the results of a yearlong Gas to Liquids (GTL) fuel trial have been announced involving six trucks operating on conventional engines provided by California-based bottled water distributor, Yosemite Waters.

Shell Exploration & Production Company (Shell) announced today that it would shut down the Mars tension leg platform (TLP) late in the first quarter of 2005 rather than the previously announced November 4, 2004 date. The rescheduled shut down is for the purpose of replacing the flexjoints on both its oil and natural gas export lines.

This note is to advise you of an identified telemarketing scam currently taking place in different states across the United States.

Shell Norco, Motiva Norco and RPP, are participating in a partnership with the Lions Club of Norco Cans for Sight program to recycle and sell aluminum cans. According to Shell employee Morgan Gregoire, a member of Norco's Recycling Team, all aluminum cans collected at the industrial sites are donated and transported to a Lions Club collection bin. Profits from the sale of the cans are used for a variety of charitable works including funding for eye exams, eyeglasses and eye surgery for those in need.

The event will take place at LSU’s Center for Engineering and Business Administration parking lot

Through a generous donation from Shell Oil Company (Shell), the coastal science and engineering community at LSU will soon be able to perform integrated hydrodynamic and ecological modeling to forecast what is necessary to rehabilitate and protect coastal resources of Louisiana.

NEW ORLEANS - Shell Exploration & Production Company (Shell) announced today that it will shut down the Mars tension leg platform (TLP) on November 4, 2004 to replace the flexjoints on both its oil and natural gas export lines. It is expected that this operation should take approximately two weeks.

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Shell Oil Products US announced today that it has completed the sale of the company's Mid-Continent refined products pipeline system to Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P., and the sale of the company's Midwest refined products pipeline system to Buckeye Partners, L.P. Shell has received proceeds from the two transactions totaling just over $1 billion.

Shell MasterCard customers now receive a 5% rebate on Jiffy Lube purchases, an increase from the previous 1% rebate

Here's what happens to determine just how much you're charged when you fill up your gas

Approximately 350 Shell and Motiva Enterprise employees, retirees, family members and friends will lead an effort to clean up Galveston Beach as a part of the Texas General Land Office's (TGLO) Adopt-a-Beach program on Sat., Sept., 18, from 9 a.m. to noon.

To raise money for the United Negro College Fund's (UNCF) scholarship program, more than 250 Shell employees, retirees, family members and friends will walk three miles through Macgregor Park in Houston on Saturday, Sept., 18, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Shell Exploration & Production (Shell) has named Annell Bay regional exploration director for EP Americas. In this position, Bay will lead exploration activities in the Americas including current areas of activity in the Gulf of Mexico, onshore North America and offshore Brazil, as well as new venture opportunities throughout the Americas.

After Shell Lubricants acquired the Black Magic line of automotive detailing chemicals in October 2002, it saw an opportunity to extend this popular brand into new product areas.

Americans have long had a love affair with their automobiles. From the first Model T that rolled off the production line in 1908 to the current age of the SUV, Americans have always had a soft spot for their four-wheeled companions. And for car enthusiasts, caring for and maintaining their vehicle is often a labor of love.

Shell Pipeline Company - GOM has been selected to be a recipient of award for Wetlands conservation efforts

Volume at Converted Service Stations Increases 8 Percent Following Conversion to the Shell Brand

Jeroen van der Veer, President of Royal Dutch Petroleum Company and Chairman of the Committee of Managing Directors of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group of Companies, rang The Opening Bell (SM) on Tuesday, August 3, 2004, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Royal Dutch Petroleum Company (RD) listing on the Exchange. Various NYSE officials joined Shell executives for the ceremony.

Shell Oil Products/Martinez Refinery volunteers intended to provide future shade from the scorching summer heat

Toyota and Shell Gas & Power have launched a trial of Shell Gas to Liquids (GTL) Fuel in a fleet of ten Toyota Avensis cars equipped with D-CAT emission reduction technology. The Driving Tomorrow's Clean Technology trial combines the expertise of the two companies and their state of the art technologies to deliver ultra- low vehicle emissions.

Production has begun at Shell's Glider field, in the Gulf of Mexico's Green Canyon Block 248

Shell sponsored the HMBC’s 2004 MBE Showcase and Scholarship Awards Networking Luncheon

Shell Exploration & Production (Shell) has named Frank Glaviano production director for EP Americas. In this position, Glaviano will lead production activities in the Americas including current areas of activity in the Gulf of Mexico, onshore North America, Brazil and Venezuela.

Shell Exploration & Production Company (Shell) announced that its Mars Tension Leg Platform, located in Mississippi Canyon 807 in the Gulf of Mexico, will be shut in for repairs longer than originally anticipated

As a vehicle represents one of the largest purchases most consumers will make, Shell recommends five ways to make the most of their automotive budgets

Whether you're loading the family minivan and heading down the highway for a beach vacation or packing up the RV for a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, America's roads offer travelers opportunities to create treasured memories. To help families prepare for the open road, Shell has developed "Five Things to Know Before You Go," simple travel tips designed to help families prepare for a road trip and have a smooth and stress-free travel experience.

With gasoline stations on just about every corner these days, many Americans don't give much thought to what they put in their car's gas tank

On June 26, 2004, the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) hosted the 36th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala at which Shell was presented the Gerald Hines Corporate Award for its long history of support for the Urban League at both national and local levels. Gaurdie Banister accepted the award on Shell's behalf.

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) issued a "ready for reuse" determination to Shell Chemical LP/Motiva Enterprises LLC in Norco, La. Motiva Enterprises is the first refinery in the nation to receive this designation.

For years, the Lake Pontchartrain boat launch that exists at the end of the Bonnet Carre Spillway has been eroding away. In a cooperative effort to save these wetlands, Motiva and Shell have formed a partnership with St. Charles Parish to create 2 ½ acres of wetlands.

Shell is set to achieve emission reductions more than three years ahead of schedule

On Saturday, June 12, nearly 500 people will assemble at the University of Southern California to witness and celebrate the graduation of 95 Los Angeles area students from the Shell Youth Training Academy (SYTA).

Shell Exploration & Production Company confirms that its Mars Tension Leg Platform, located in Mississippi Canyon 807 in the Gulf of Mexico, is currently shut in while repairs are being made to the oil pipeline.

Shell Oil Company today announced that Shell HomeGenie, a new integrated home management solution, is available in all metro Dallas/Fort Worth CompUSA stores.

As the seventh annual Shareable Wearables children's clothing drive kicks off today in the Rio Grande Valley, Shell and its partners encourage the community to clean out their closets and help local children begin the 2004 school year in comfortable and appropriate clothing.

Shell Exploration & Production Company (SEPCo), on behalf of itself and the other joint venture owners, Amerada Hess and ExxonMobil, announces that production has begun from the Llano field in Garden Banks 385 and 386.

When a leak was detected in the oil export line at the Mars TLP on Saturday, the platform was shut-in

Hundreds of residents from two West Texas counties will join government and company officials in dedicating the second largest wind farm in the State of Texas this Thursday.

The purpose is to strengthen relations with state government and industry stakeholders

Shell Solar and one of its solar contractors, Third Sun Solar and Wind Power, announced today that they have completed installation of 20 photovoltaic (solar) panels at the Athens City-County Health Department in Ohio. The installation of the solar panels will provide critical backup power to the health department during emergency situations, thus helping to insure the safety of vaccines stored at controlled temperatures during potential power outages.

Shell Oil Company has been named to DiversityInc Magazine's Top 50 Companies for Diversity list for 2004.

Shell WindEnergy Inc. and PPM Energy will join with the community of Lamar, Colorado, tomorrow to dedicate the Colorado Green Wind Power project.

Shell Energy Services today announced that it will unveil its 'Shell at Home' offerings at the Atlanta Home Show, taking place between April 15-18 at the Georgia World Congress Center

The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) announce today a multi-year funding commitment of $400,000 by Shell Exploration & Production, to Tomorrow's SPE: Investing in SPE.org, a special fundraising effort undertaken by the SPE Foundation

Reiterates Reasons for Announced Closure of Facility

Shell Hydrogen (U.S.) ("Shell") today announced a partnership with Howard University's College of Engineering to advance hydrogen fuel cell education.

Shell has been named as a joint winner of the 2004 Offshore Technology Conference Distinguished Achievement Award

Shell Global Solutions (US) Inc. has successfully completed the industry's first replacement of vortex induced vibration (VIV) helical strakes with patented ROV retro-fit fairings along a 595-ft. stretch of catenary pipeline riser on Murphy Oil Corporation's Medusa SPAR, located at 2250 ft. water depth in the Gulf of Mexico.

The refinery, located 15 miles south of Wilmington, has the capacity to refine in excess of 180,000 barrels of crude oil per day

Shell Exploration & Production Company announces today a partnership with International Bank of Commerce (IBC) to support the "Shareable Wearables" children's clothing drive to be held May 10-16 in the Rio Grande Valley.

Shell Oil Company today was named to the Women's Business Enterprise National Council's (WBENC) fifth annual listing of America's Top Corporations for Women's Business Enterprise.

Shell Chemical LP announced today that it plans to close permanently one of its three ethylene oxide (EO)/glycols units at its Geismar, Louisiana, chemical plant at the end of 2004. Employees at this unit will be deployed in other units at the plant.

In an effort to grow its minority business partnerships, Shell Oil Company has formed a multimillion-dollar agreement with Star Consortium Alliance

Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Shell for Corporate Stewardship

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Shell Exploration & Production Company today announced startup of production from the Princess field subsea wells, located approximately 140 miles southeast of New Orleans in the Gulf of Mexico.

Shell has been nominated along with 11 other Houston companies.

More than 200 Shell and Motiva Enterprises employees will participate in the 7th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service in Houston. This event is a National Day of Service dedicated to help keep Dr. King's legacy of service to others alive in communities across the country.

Companies pursuing definitive agreements with anticipated closing in second quarter of 2004

Shell Oil Company today was named a winner of the prestigious Catalyst Award, given to innovative, effective, and measurable initiatives to advance women.

Shell Energy Services has successfully transferred approximately 70,000 natural gas accounts from USP&G. This assignment of customers in the Dominion East Ohio (DEO) service territory was completed Dec. 31, 2003.

In an announcement today in Detroit, U.S. Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham announced that Shell Hydrogen (U.S.) was among the companies selected to participate in hydrogen and fuel cell research, education and demonstration projects.