Group 1 - Wood achieved a record of securing contracts worth AUD 3 billion (approximately USD 2 billion) in the Asia-Pacific region over the past 12 months [1] - The company provides consulting, design, execution, and operational services for major energy, mining, and infrastructure projects in Australia, Brunei, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, East Timor, and the Philippines [1] - A significant contract was signed with Esso for long-term maintenance in the Gippsland Basin, aimed at enhancing operational performance of onshore and offshore assets [1] Group 2 - Wood was selected to provide engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) services for Shell's Prelude floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility, the largest floating offshore gas platform globally [3] - The company also secured a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for Singapore's second LNG terminal, supporting Singapore LNG Corporation in enhancing national energy infrastructure and LNG supply security [3] - The President of Wood's Asia-Pacific region, Ralph Ellis, noted the rising demand for energy and resources, highlighting the growing need for integrated engineering, project delivery, and operational solutions throughout the asset lifecycle [3] Group 3 - Wood has been a long-term acquisition target for Middle Eastern company Sidara, which is considering a takeover bid at approximately 35 pence per share, valuing Wood at around USD 320 million [3] - The deal has faced multiple delays, including the assumption of Wood's approximately USD 1.1 billion in outstanding debt and Sidara's proposed capital injection of about USD 450 million [3]