Business strategy

Macquarie finalises the acquisition of Erova Energy, further strengthening its capabilities in the management and optimisation of renewable assets in the United Kingdom and Ireland amid rapid sector growth.
An agreement between Iberdrola and Echelon provides for the creation of a joint venture dedicated to the development of data centres in Spain, including an initial 144 MW site in Madrid, strengthening integration between energy and digital infrastructure.

TenneT invests EUR 5.5 bn in Dutch and German grids in the first half of 2025

TenneT strengthened its investments in electricity infrastructure in the Netherlands and Germany, reaching EUR 5.5 bn over six months, while a decision on the financing structure of its German subsidiary is expected in September 2025.
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Eni is considering increasing its share buyback programme after financial results exceeded expectations, with reduced debt and revised annual targets in the gas segment.
Despite a sharp decline in sales and prices, Vallourec improved its profitability and issued an upward forecast for its gross operating income in the second half of 2025.

ENI cuts net profit by 18% in the second quarter and bets on dividend strategy

Eni announces a sharp decline in quarterly net profit, the result of lower oil prices and a weaker dollar, while maintaining a strengthened dividend policy and a development trajectory in renewables.
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EDF is reassessing its industrial priorities and streamlining investments, as net profit falls to €5.47bn ($5.94bn) in the first half of 2025 due to a weakening electricity market.
Energy group Edison posts increased sales and investments despite a less favourable market environment, advancing its renewables development and strengthening its positions in Italy.

SEGULA Technologies accelerates its growth in Africa with a new office in South Africa

SEGULA Technologies opens an office in Cape Town, strengthening its presence in the African market and targeting expansion in energy, rail, and automotive sectors, in partnership with South African industrial firm AllWeld.
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GE Vernova's revenue rose by 11% in the second quarter, driven by momentum in its Power activities, as the US group raised its financial targets for 2025.
The Allrig group is expanding its operations in Saudi Arabia, supported by AstroLabs, to boost energy efficiency and address the growing needs of the local oil sector.

Saipem and Subsea7 validate their merger to create a global energy services giant

Saipem and Subsea7 formalise their merger agreement, resulting in the creation of Saipem7, an international energy services player with consolidated revenue of €21bn and an order backlog of €43bn.
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TotalEnergies reports a significant decrease in net profit and revenue for the second quarter, while relying on growth in its hydrocarbon and electricity production to sustain profitability and global ambitions.
Exus Renewables North America finalizes $308.2 million financing for two major solar portfolios in New Mexico and wind projects in Pennsylvania, showcasing the expansion of large-scale renewable assets across multiple U.S. markets.

Baker Hughes reports net income of $701 mn and optimizes its portfolio in Q2

Baker Hughes posted attributable net income of $701 mn in the second quarter, while executing several strategic transactions and strengthening its position in industrial technologies and oilfield services markets.
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Equinor announces a 13% decline in adjusted profit for Q2 2025, driven by falling oil prices, despite rising gas prices and production.
Iberdrola launches a EUR5 billion (USD5.87 billion) capital increase to fund the expansion and modernization of its power grids in the UK and the US, while announcing a decline in its half-year profit.

Halliburton records a sharp decline in net income and revenue in Q2

Halliburton reports a 50% drop in net income and nearly a 6% reduction in revenue for Q2, with demand in North America remaining particularly weak.
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The growth of data centres and artificial intelligence is putting unprecedented pressure on global electricity grids, prompting major tech companies to rethink their energy supply to address capacity and competitiveness challenges.
BP announces the appointment of Albert Manifold as chairman, succeeding Helge Lund. Manifold, former CEO of CRH, will join the board on September 1, before officially taking over the role on October 1.
Three scientists from China, the United States and Russia are laureates of the 2025 Global Energy Prize, honoured for their work on high-voltage power lines, fuel-cell catalysts and pulsed energy technologies.
Rio Tinto’s new CEO inherits a significant stock market discount and will need to overcome major regulatory, operational, and financial hurdles to swiftly restore the company's appeal to international investors, according to a Wood Mackenzie analysis.

Westbridge launches Fontus, a strategic 380 MW data centre in Colorado

Westbridge Renewable Energy enters digital infrastructure market with Fontus, a 380 MW data centre campus in Colorado, positioned to meet strong growth in US cloud and artificial intelligence services.
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Offshore drilling company Borr Drilling Limited announced the completion of an initial tranche issuance of 30 million ordinary shares out of the planned 50 million, raising $61.5mn towards the total goal of $102.5mn.
EDF announces a new internal organization with key executive appointments to enhance decision-making efficiency and expedite the revival of nuclear and hydroelectric projects central to its industrial strategy.

Rubis unveils half-year report on liquidity agreement with Exane BNP Paribas

Rubis announces half-year results of its liquidity agreement managed by Exane BNP Paribas, totalling 241,328 shares exchanged for an aggregate amount of €6.5mn in the first half of 2025.
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Chinese oil giant CNOOC Limited appoints Zhang Chuanjiang as chairman, entrusting this experienced engineer to head the group's board of directors, strategic committee, and sustainability committee from July 8.
PTT Oil and Retail Business announces a 46% increase in net profit for the first quarter of 2025, driven by regional expansion in its energy and non-energy activities, alongside an integrated ESG strategy.

Shell forecasts decline in key business activities in second quarter

Shell revises downward its forecasts for the second quarter of 2025, anticipating notably a decline in Integrated Gas and Upstream segments, impacted by reduced volumes and lower profitability in several major activities.
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The Luxembourg-based group will handle engineering, procurement, commissioning and installation of flexible pipelines and umbilicals to link a new field to Egypt’s existing offshore infrastructure, with offshore work scheduled for 2026.
British firm Octopus Energy is considering a £10 billion spin-off of Kraken Technologies, involving an upcoming minority stake sale, and has initiated preliminary discussions with banks to oversee the strategic operation within the next year.

Ardian completes Akuo takeover and installs Bruno Bensasson at the helm

Investment fund Ardian finalises its takeover of Akuo and appoints former Électricité de France executive Bruno Bensasson to steer the renewable-energy developer’s growth towards five gigawatts of installed capacity by 2030.
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TotalEnergies acquires 50% of AES' renewable portfolio in the Dominican Republic following a previous purchase of 30% of similar assets in Puerto Rico, consolidating 1.5 GW of solar, wind, and battery storage capacities in the Caribbean.
TotalEnergies is selling half of a 604 MW Portuguese energy portfolio to the Japanese consortium MM Capital, Daiwa Energy and Mizuho Leasing for €178.5mn, retaining operation and future commercialisation of the assets concerned.

Q ENERGY raises €109 million from BPCE Energeco for renewable projects

Q ENERGY France secures a bank financing of €109 million arranged by BPCE Energeco to build four new energy production facilities, totalling 55 MW of wind and solar capacity by the end of 2024.
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Shell announces amendment of two annual reports after notification by Ernst & Young of non-compliance with SEC auditor partner rotation rules; however, financial statements remain unchanged.
The Financial Superintendency of Colombia approves an amendment to Ecopetrol’s local bonds and commercial paper program, enabling issuance of sustainable, indexed, or in-kind repayable instruments.

ABO Energy sells its Greek subsidiary to HELLENiQ ENERGY Holdings

ABO Energy is selling its subsidiary ABO Energy Hellas and an energy project portfolio of approximately 1.5 gigawatts to HELLENiQ ENERGY Holdings, thus refocusing its strategic resources towards other markets, notably Germany, without major financial impact anticipated for 2025.
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Iberdrola announces a supplementary dividend of €0.409 per share for 2024 under the "Iberdrola Retribución Flexible" programme, bringing the total annual remuneration to €0.645 per share, representing a year-on-year increase of 15.6%.
BHP has signed contracts with COSCO Shipping to charter two ammonia-powered Newcastlemax bulk carriers, primarily for transporting iron ore between Western Australia and Northeast Asia starting from 2028.