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European Refineries Targeted by Green Hydrogen Regulation for 2030
The European Union’s regulatory framework mandates green hydrogen integration in refineries, generating projected demand of 0.5 million tonnes by 2030.
Shanghai Electric commissions Manah-1 solar plant in Oman with 500 MW
The Manah-1 solar project in Oman, with a capacity of 500 MW, was delivered by Shanghai Electric and has recorded a stable first month of operation, strengthening industrial and technical cooperation with Électricité de France.

Oman Unlocks $500 Million to Exploit Its Copper and Chrome Reserves

The sultanate awards three mining concessions to local companies. Projects target strategic deposits to reduce hydrocarbon dependence.
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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.
Google partners with Energy Dome for major energy storage project in Oman
Google invests in Italy’s Energy Dome to deploy in Oman a long-duration CO₂-based storage solution, in partnership with Takhzeen Oman and the sovereign wealth fund Oman Investment Authority.

Chinese manufacturers accelerate global expansion, Wood Mackenzie reports, to overcome trade barriers

The proliferation of Chinese industrial sites abroad, analysed by Wood Mackenzie, allows renewable energy players to expand their hold on the sector despite intensified global protectionist measures.
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Tractebel and NRG-Pallas extend their partnership on the Dutch research reactor
Tractebel and NRG-Pallas have formalised the continuation of their technical cooperation at the Pallas research reactor site in Petten, the Netherlands, reinforcing their commitment to a key project in the European nuclear sector.
Dangote entrusts refinery expansion to former Shell executive
Dangote Group appoints David Bird, former Shell executive, as head of its Refining and Petrochemicals division to accelerate regional growth and open up equity to Nigerian investors.

Qatar threatens to cut gas to Europe over climate requirements

Qatar rejects EU climate transition obligations and threatens to redirect its LNG exports to Asia, creating a major energy dilemma.
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Qatar threatens to divert its gas exports to Asia over European rules
Qatar has warned that it could stop its liquefied natural gas deliveries to the European Union in response to the new European directive on due diligence and climate transition.
HyCC secures Dutch subsidy for its 90 MW H2eron hydrogen project
The Dutch government has granted major funding to HyCC for its H2eron electrolysis project, aimed at producing renewable hydrogen in the Delfzijl industrial zone.

RTE and Nexans launch an industrial chain to recycle 600 tonnes of aluminium per year

RTE and Nexans announce the creation of a recycling chain dedicated to aluminium from electrical cables, targeting 600 tonnes annually and covering the entire industrial cycle from collection to production.
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France: Court Approves Sale of McPhy to John Cockerill Hydrogen
The Belfort commercial court has approved the sale of McPhy to John Cockerill Hydrogen, a €600,000 transaction involving majority retention of staff and an industrial project partially funded by European subsidies.
Framatome wins two major contracts to extend Belgian nuclear operations
Framatome has secured two significant contracts from Electrabel covering modernisation and technical support for the Tihange 3 and Doel 4 nuclear reactors, as part of their extension agreed upon between Engie and the Belgian government.

Abu Dhabi Fund allocates $205mn to connect Gulf electricity grids

The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has granted AED752mn ($205mn) financing to the Gulf Interconnection Authority to connect the electricity grids of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, enhancing regional energy exchange.
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EU Approves Targeted Energy Aid for Europe’s Heavy Industries
Energy-intensive European industries will be eligible for temporary state aid to mitigate high electricity prices, according to a new regulatory framework proposed by the European Commission under the "Clean Industrial Deal."
EMBER: Solar with batteries becomes profitable in the world’s sunniest regions
A report from the think tank Ember reveals that falling battery prices now make year-round solar power generation economically viable in the world's sunniest regions.

Europe Commits Major Investments to Electricity Grids and the Clean Industrial Deal

The European Commission unveils an ambitious plan to modernize electricity grids and introduces the Clean Industrial Deal, mobilizing hundreds of billions of euros to strengthen the continent's industrial and energy autonomy.
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EDF and the French State Agree on €70 Billion Plan for EPR2
EDF and the French state finalize a €70 billion financing plan for six EPR2 nuclear reactors, including a specific territorial coordination framework in Gravelines led by Michel Marbaix, awaiting European approval by 2026.
Four European organisations join forces to develop innovative nuclear reactor
A new European consortium launches the design of a small lead-cooled modular reactor, targeting global commercialisation by 2039, with a demonstration scheduled as early as 2035.
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Port of Oskarshamn: New Epicenter of Offshore Wind in the Baltic Sea
RWE and Smålandshamnar AB join forces to make the port of Oskarshamn a hub for offshore wind power in the Baltic Sea
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EU: crucial debate on the future of energy at the Energy Union
Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson will attend tomorrow's Energy Council in Brussels to discuss electricity grids and the integration of alternative energies.
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Kuwait’s Al-Zor refinery inaugurated

Kuwait inaugurates the Al-Zor refinery, increasing its refining capacity to 1.8 million barrels per day.
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Middle East: renewables to overtake fossil fuels by 2040
The Middle East is embarking on a major energy transition, with renewable energies, mainly solar, set to surpass fossil fuels in electricity generation by 2040.
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Malakoff Corporation increases its renewable energy capacity
Malakoff Corporation Berhad expands its renewable energy portfolio with the acquisition of majority stakes in ZEC Solar and TJZ Suria, increasing its effective capacity to 128MW.

France: François Hollande calls for suspension of Russian LNG deliveries

François Hollande suggests suspending deliveries of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Europe to limit Moscow's ability to finance the war in Ukraine, at a time when the EU is considering new sanctions.
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Kuwait accelerates oil expansion with drilling contracts
Kuwait Oil has awarded six drilling contracts to ADES Holding, to compensate for the decline in its old oil fields and expand its production capacity.
Belgium: stop low-quality fuel shipments to West Africa
Belgium adopts new quality standards to suspend the export of low-quality fuels to West Africa, bringing its standards into line with those of the European Union. The new standards will limit sulfur content to 50ppm, benzene to 1% and manganese to 2mg/liter.
La Belgique Suspend l'Exportation de Carburants de Basse Qualité vers l'Afrique de l'Ouest.

TotalEnergies calls on shareholders in the face of activist pressure

TotalEnergies calls on its shareholders to support the Group's strategy in the face of an activist campaign to block the reappointment of CEO Patrick Pouyanné.
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EU: China withdraws from solar project in Romania following investigations
The European Commission announces the withdrawal of two Chinese giants from a Romanian tender for a photovoltaic park, following anti-subsidy investigations.
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Liquefied natural gas shortage in Northwest Europe
Demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) in North-Western Europe fell in April, putting the region under pressure in the shoulder season.
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Worldwide expansion of green hydrogen and ammonia projects

Worldwide, green hydrogen projects are multiplying. Hygenco is working with Tata Steel to develop a green hydrogen and ammonia project at the Gopalpur Industrial Park in India. The first phase aims to start production in December 2026.
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Technip Energies: robust growth and green innovations
Technip Energies reports an 11.5% increase in net income and strong order intake, driven by LNG and carbon capture projects.
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Oman expands its green hydrogen footprint
Oman is stepping up its green hydrogen projects, announcing $11 billion in investments for green ammonia production in Dhofar.
Oman lance des projets majeurs d'hydrogène vert, affirmant son rôle dans la transition énergétique et l'économie mondiale dans ce domaine.

G7: a call to expand nuclear power for the climate

At the G7 summit in Turin, a strategic agreement was reached to triple the world's nuclear capacity by 2050 to combat global warming.
Les dirigeants du G7 s'engagent à renforcer l'énergie nucléaire dans le but de tripler la capacité globale pour une économie décarbonée.
Oman LNG anticipates a major expansion of its production capacity
Oman LNG is planning a significant expansion to meet the growing demand for liquefied natural gas, with a potential capacity addition of over 30%.
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TotalEnergies further improves 1st quarter earnings
TotalEnergies reported an increase in net profit to $5.7 billion in the first quarter, benefiting from high oil prices, while facing a slowdown in the gas market.
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Oman plans auction for offshore oil and gas blocks

Oman announces auctions for offshore oil and gas blocks, aiming to increase its energy production by 2025.
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US LPG exports: Fluctuating volumes to Europe and Asia
In April, US LPG exports fell, mainly impacting Europe and North Africa.
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TotalEnergies expands operations in Oman for environmentally friendly LNG
TotalEnergies strengthens its presence in Oman with a major project to produce low-carbon LNG, aimed at reducing maritime emissions.
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