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EDF, SPIC and SAPCO consortium secures financing for 1,400 MW solar projects in Saudi Arabia

Two photovoltaic plants with a combined capacity of 1,400 MW will be operational in 2027, strengthening EDF Group's international presence and Asian actors in Saudi Arabia's energy market.

SLB launches Tela, an agentic artificial intelligence for upstream oil operations

SLB has unveiled Tela, an agentic artificial intelligence technology designed to automate upstream processes and enhance operational efficiency at scale.

ADNOC, Microsoft, Masdar and XRG lock energy and AI loads

The partnership combines industrial AI tools, continuous power supplies, and investment vehicles, with volumes and metrics aligned to the demands of high-density data centers and operational optimization in oil and gas production.
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Dragon Oil and PETRONAS Forge Strategic Oil Exploration Agreement

Dragon Oil, a subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company, partners with PETRONAS to enhance technical and commercial cooperation in oil and gas exploration and production.

UAE launches $6bn project for 1GW of continuous renewable energy

Abu Dhabi has begun construction on the world’s first gigascale solar and battery storage project, capable of delivering 1GW of baseload renewable power, with operations expected by 2027.

Eni raises 2025 targets after 54% surge in quarterly net profit

Eni's net profit rose to €803mn in the third quarter, supported by a 6% increase in production despite falling crude prices.
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Single-axis solar reaches $37/MWh in Middle East and Africa in 2025

The levelised cost of solar electricity continues to fall globally, reaching a regional record of $37/MWh in the Middle East and Africa thanks to tracker technologies, according to the latest market data.

VoltaGrid and Halliburton join forces to deliver distributed power to data centres

VoltaGrid and Halliburton launch a strategic collaboration to deploy distributed power systems for data centres, with an initial rollout planned in the Middle East.

Vantage Drilling cancels a $80m contract after a major regulatory shift

Vantage Drilling halted a 260-day drilling contract for the vessel Platinum Explorer following a rapid evolution of international sanctions regimes that made the campaign non-compliant with the applicable legal framework shortly after it was signed.
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Egypt and UAE join forces to connect electricity to Europe

The Egyptian government and UAE-based K&K have signed an agreement to finalise studies for an electricity interconnection project linking Egypt to Europe via Italy.

ReNew receives revised $8.15 per share bid led by Masdar and ADIA

A consortium led by Masdar and CPP Investments proposes to acquire all of ReNew at $8.15 per share, representing a 15.3% increase over the initial offer.

Trump reignites tensions over India’s imports of Russian oil

India faces mounting pressure from the United States over its purchases of Russian oil, as Donald Trump claims Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to halt them.
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Santos cuts 2025 production forecast again due to technical issue

Australian group Santos lowers its annual production forecast after an unplanned shutdown at the Barossa project and delayed recovery in the Cooper Basin.

Unipec redirects supertanker to Ningbo after US sanctions

The New Vista vessel, loaded with Abu Dhabi crude, avoided Rizhao port after the United States sanctioned the oil terminal partly operated by a Sinopec subsidiary.

Washington targets Iranian oil with new sanctions on phantom fleet

The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on more than 50 entities linked to Iranian oil exports, targeting Chinese refineries and vessels registered in Asia and Africa.
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Engie and Masdar secure 1.5 GW solar project in Abu Dhabi

The consortium led by Engie and Masdar has been selected to develop a 1.5 GW photovoltaic plant in Abu Dhabi, aimed at expanding the emirate’s solar capacity under its long-term energy strategy.

GVH and Samsung C&T seal global alliance for BWRX-300 reactors

GVH and Samsung C&T join forces to accelerate international deployment of BWRX-300 small modular reactors, with a strong focus on Sweden and the consolidation of the nuclear supply chain.

DEWA signs multiple partnerships to deploy 308 new fast-charging stations in Dubai

Dubai's electricity authority strengthens its electric vehicle charging network through three major contracts with ENOC, Dubai Taxi and Parkin under its EV Green Charger programme.
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Opec+ raises production by 137,000 barrels per day in November

Opec+ slightly adjusts its quotas for November, continuing its market share recovery strategy amid stagnant global demand and a pressured market.

KKR strengthens Middle East presence with stake in ADNOC gas pipelines

US-based fund KKR has acquired a minority interest in the gas pipeline assets of Abu Dhabi oil operator ADNOC, continuing its strategy to expand energy infrastructure investments in the Middle East.

Russia gains adoption of oil and gas standards in Africa and the Middle East

Around 80 Russian technical standards for oil and gas have been internationally validated, notably by the United Arab Emirates, Algeria and Oman, according to the Institute of Oil and Gas Technological Initiatives.

ADNOC L&S Defies Maritime Turbulence with Record Second Quarter Results

The Emirati logistics giant posts 40% revenue growth despite depressed maritime freight rates, driven by Navig8 integration and strategic fleet expansion.

Vantage Drilling completes sale of Tungsten Explorer to joint venture with TotalEnergies

Vantage Drilling has sold the Tungsten Explorer drilling vessel to a joint venture with TotalEnergies, while retaining its operational management for a minimum period of ten years.
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OPEC+ Cuts Production Despite Higher Quotas in July

OPEC+ oil production fell to 41.65 million barrels per day in July 2025, reveals S&P Global's Platts survey, as Saudi Arabia normalizes production after June's Iran-Israel tensions.

Santos Extends ADNOC Exclusivity Despite Major Regulatory Hurdles

The Australian gas giant extends due diligence period until August 22 for the Emirati consortium's $18.7 billion offer, while national energy security concerns persist.

OPEC+ to complete in September the full withdrawal of 2.2 million b/d voluntary cuts

The eight OPEC+ members concerned will end next month the cuts introduced in November 2023, while keeping the option to readjust their output depending on market fundamentals and quota compliance.
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Wood Mackenzie: Tesla remains global leader in battery storage as Sungrow closes the gap in 2024

Tesla retains the top position in the global battery storage market, but Sungrow moves within one point, revealing intensifying rivalries and a rapid reshaping of regional dynamics in 2024.

Pakistan Refinery purchases Nigerian Bonny Light from Vitol for the first time

Pakistan Refinery Limited is preparing to import Bonny Light crude oil from Nigeria for the first time, reflecting the expansion of Asian refiners’ commercial partnerships amid rising regional costs.

AMEA Power launches Agadir desalination plant expansion with 150 MW wind farm

AMEA Power partners with Cox for the second phase of the Agadir desalination plant, set to reach 400,000 m³/day with power supplied by a 150 MW wind farm in Laayoune.
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ADNOC Gas achieves record profit and accelerates its investment strategy in 2025

With a net profit of $1.385bn in the second quarter of 2025 and a sharp rise in capex, ADNOC Gas consolidates its position in the global natural gas market.

Japanese refiners face critical challenge of Middle Eastern oil dependency

Record Gulf crude imports expose structural vulnerabilities of Japanese refining amid rising geopolitical tensions and Asian competition.

OPEC+ Accelerates Production Hikes Amid Shifting Oil Market Dynamics

Eight OPEC+ countries boost output by 547,000 barrels per day in September, completing their increase program twelve months early as Chinese demand plateaus.
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Indian Oil Corp acquires 7 mn barrels from the United States, Canada and the United Arab Emirates

Faced with falling discounts on Russian oil, Indian Oil Corp is purchasing large volumes from the United States, Canada and Abu Dhabi for September, shifting its usual sourcing strategy.

India navigates between US sanctions and Russian oil dependence

Facing US secondary sanctions threats, Indian refiners slow Russian crude purchases while exploring costly alternatives, revealing complex energy security challenges.

The MENA renewable energy market will reach USD59.9 bn in 2030 driven by hydrogen and solar

Investments in renewable energy across the Middle East and North Africa are expected to reach USD59.9 bn by 2030, fuelled by national strategies, the rise of solar, green hydrogen, and new regional industrial projects.
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European Commission investigates Adnoc’s acquisition of Covestro for EUR12bn

The European Commission opens an in-depth investigation into Adnoc’s purchase of German chemical group Covestro, questioning the potential impact of foreign subsidies and competition within the European internal market.

ENEC seals new strategic nuclear deals with Hyundai E&C and Westinghouse

Emirates Nuclear Energy Company signs two major agreements with Hyundai Engineering & Construction and Westinghouse, strengthening its position in the global civil nuclear market and paving the way for new international industrial opportunities.

Al Shola Gas secures over $517,000 in LPG contracts in Dubai for 2025

Al Shola Gas strengthens its position in Dubai with major liquefied petroleum gas supply and maintenance contracts, exceeding $517,000, covering several large-scale residential and commercial sites.
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OMS Energy Technologies posts 25% revenue growth and strengthens profitability in 2025

OMS Energy Technologies Inc. reports solid financial results for 2025, driven by marked revenue growth, improved gross margin and a reinforced cash position in a shifting market.

Seoul and Tokyo strengthen cooperation to secure regional oil supply

South Korea and Japan are reinforcing coordination on strategic stocks and oil logistics as growing dependence on Gulf imports and geopolitical tensions affect the Asian market.