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Elia Group Chief Executive Officer Bernard Gustin has been appointed chairman of the new twelve-member supervisory board of 50Hertz, restructured under German co-determination law.
Norwegian group Scatec has signed a power sales agreement with BTG Pactual for its first solar project in Colombia, representing an estimated $110mn investment.

EDF extends two nuclear reactors in the United Kingdom until March 2028

EDF extends the operation of Heysham 1 and Hartlepool by one year after favourable safety inspections, ensuring continuity of nuclear production and safeguarding more than 1,000 jobs.
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Brasília has officially begun the process of joining the International Energy Agency, strengthening its strategic position on the global energy stage after years of close cooperation with the Paris-based organisation.
TotalEnergies has signed a production sharing agreement with South Atlantic Petroleum for two offshore exploration permits in Nigeria, covering a 2,000 square kilometre area with significant geological potential.

French energy regulator corrects ten public claims on costs and production

In France, the Commission de régulation de l’énergie issues a clarification on ten statements shared over the summer, correcting several figures regarding tariffs, production and investments in the electricity sector.
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In France, a 12.9 MW wind farm financed by local actors has been commissioned in Martigné-Ferchaud, showcasing an unprecedented model of shared governance between citizens, local authorities and public investment companies.
Virya Energy invests EUR2mn in a photovoltaic plant at the Oncopole park-and-ride in Toulouse, marking a 30-year partnership with Tisséo to strengthen the city’s energy self-consumption.

RWE activates 83 megawatts of wind and solar capacity in France

German group RWE has commissioned five new power plants in France, adding 83 MW to its portfolio, following repeated successes in tenders organised by the Energy Regulatory Commission.
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BW Offshore has been chosen by Equinor to supply the FPSO unit for Canada’s Bay du Nord project, marking a key milestone in the advancement of this deepwater oil development.
Equinor confirms its participation in Ørsted’s capital increase, aiming to maintain its 10% stake and support the financial stability of the Danish group facing headwinds in offshore wind.

Norway launches assessment process for two nuclear projects

Norwegian authorities begin the first regulatory phase for two modular nuclear reactor projects, marking a strategic step in the national review of the potential role of nuclear energy in the country’s power mix.
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With eleven reactors under construction and major projects such as Jaitapur, India is preparing a nuclear build-up that could place it among the world’s five leading nations in the sector.
France and Germany have validated a joint energy roadmap, including a commitment to the non-discrimination of nuclear energy in European financing.

Political crisis in France: energy roadmap threatened by new delay

The publication of the Multiannual Energy Programme decree, awaited for two years, is compromised by internal political tensions, jeopardising strategic investments in nuclear and renewables.
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Russia and Iran seek to strengthen their nuclear cooperation as the E3 activates the sanctions mechanism against Tehran, reigniting tensions over compliance with the 2015 Vienna agreement.
The three European powers activate the UN sanctions mechanism against Iran, increasing pressure on the country's oil exports as Tehran maintains high production despite Western measures.

GreenYellow deploys 22 MWp of solar on Altarea’s logistics sites

GreenYellow is installing several photovoltaic plants and an energy storage system on Altarea's logistics platforms in Bollène and Puceul, through a 30-year PPA contract fully financed by the company.
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Vema Hydrogen mobilise des experts internationaux pour accélérer la mise sur le marché de son hydrogène minéral, alors que l’entreprise prévoit de forer ses premiers puits pilotes en Amérique du Nord d’ici la fin de l’année.
A principle agreement between Paris and Brussels opens the way to reforming the legal framework of hydroelectric concessions in France, ending a deadlock that lasted over ten years.
The European hydrogen industry regains momentum after a challenging period, backed by significant funding and strategic consolidation among leading industrial players on the continent.
Engie validates hydrogen storage in salt caverns, opening a strategic market for industrial firms and energy producers facing the rise of renewable gases and the need to diversify technical solutions to meet increasing demand.

Ecopetrol acquires Statkraft’s solar assets in Colombia to strengthen its portfolio

Ecopetrol acquires Statkraft’s Colombian subsidiary, including eight projects under development and the 130 MW Portón del Sol solar plant.
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BW Offshore has handed over the operations of the FPSO BW Adolo to BW Energy Gabon while retaining ownership and the vessel lease under previously agreed terms.
UMOE Advanced Composites and its exclusive agent Celly H2 have received approval from the United States Department of Transportation to deploy their Type IV storage trailers in the American hydrogen distribution network.

VALOREM launches citizen fundraising for €300mn wind farm in Finland

French group VALOREM is launching a crowdlending campaign in Finland to finance early-stage development of a large-scale wind project in the municipality of Kiuruvesi.
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Belgium’s federal parliament has adopted a law authorising the extension of Doel-4 and Tihange-3 reactors and allowing new nuclear construction, ending the nuclear phase-out policy established in 2003.
French group Qair has begun construction on two hybrid solar plants in N’Djamena totalling 30 MWp with battery storage, under a 20-year BOOT contract with the Chadian government.

The United Kingdom and the European Union revive cooperation on electricity markets

After three years of separation post-Brexit, the United Kingdom and the European Union have announced their intention to examine conditions for the UK's reintegration into the European electricity market, aiming to optimize cross-border exchanges.
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Emmanuel Macron is visiting Vietnam as the country expands its nuclear partnerships, signing today an agreement with the American company Westinghouse, following recent cooperation with Russia, intensifying competition in this strategic market.
Norway has launched a floating wind tender at Utsira Nord, including a subsidy cap of NOK35bn ($3.37bn) despite economic pressures hampering the sector.

The ICJ arbitrates oil dispute between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea

The International Court of Justice ruled on the validity of treaties between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea over three strategic offshore islets potentially rich in oil.
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The European Commission has published its opinion on ENNOH’s founding documents, paving the way for the organisation of hydrogen network operators across Europe.
The World Bank is funding the largest foreign investment ever recorded in Malawi, aiming to double the country’s hydropower capacity through a public-private partnership initiative.

Orano faces interest from buyers for its uranium mines in Niger

Several parties are positioning to acquire French company Orano’s mining sites in Niger, while the firm pursues international arbitration to protect its assets and nearly €250mn in blocked uranium concentrate.
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Iranian officials met in Istanbul with the European trio to discuss the nuclear programme, as Washington threatens new sanctions in case of deadlock.
The French hydrogen company closed its tender process without receiving any in bonis offers, paving the way for a partial asset sale and liquidation proceedings.

SBM Offshore reports 27% revenue growth in the first quarter of 2025

SBM Offshore posted quarterly revenue of $1,103mn, driven by the Turnkey segment, while maintaining full-year targets and advancing the deployment of its floating units scheduled for 2025.
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Shell paid $28.1bn to governments in 2024 for its extractive activities, with major flows reported in Nigeria, Malaysia and Oman, according to its regulatory disclosure in the United Kingdom.
A parliamentary report proposes replacing the concession system with authorisations to end the deadlock with Brussels and revive investment in France’s hydroelectric sector.