In the United States, the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) has formally changed “google Gulf of Mexico” to “Gulf of America.” As we mentioned two weeks ago, and in accordance with our long-standing procedures, we have began rolling out adjustments to reflect this update. People using maps in the United States will see “Gulf of America,” while those in Mexico would see “Gulf of Mexico.” Everyone will see both names.
The names you see in the Maps app are based on your national location, which is determined by information from your phone’s operating system (for example, iOS and Android), such as your SIM card, network, and locale. If you’re using Google Maps on the web, the names are determined by the area you’ve chosen in your Search options or, if you haven’t, your device’s current location.
Latest News on the Gulf of Mexico
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Shell Begins Production at the Whale Platform
Shell has officially started production at its deepwater Whale floating production facility in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. This field, discovered in 2017, is located in the Alaminos Canyon Block 773 and is expected to boost Shell’s offshore production capacity significantly. The facility is adjacent to the Silvertip field and about 200 miles south of Houston. -
Hurricane Season Impact
The Atlantic hurricane season has recently ended, but it left widespread damage in its wake. In November, multiple storms, including Tropical Storm Sara, threatened the region, causing flash floods and mudslides in Central America. -
Oil & Gas Developments
- U.S. oil companies are expected to keep spending low despite political calls for increased drilling. Energy giants are prioritizing shareholder returns over expansion
- Shell has also hired SLB for deepwater drilling support across its multi-region assets, including the Gulf of Mexico.
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Political Controversy
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” sparking political backlash from Mexican officials.Add Business Connect magazine to your Google News feed
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