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Petrobras strengthens its grip on Brazil’s spot gasoline market after Refit and SSOil exit

The removal of two Brazilian refiners and Petrobras’ pricing offensive reshuffle spot volumes around Santos and Paranaguá, shifting competition ahead of a planned tax increase in early 2026.

EDF power solutions launches hydrogen pilot plant in Macaé to strengthen assets in Brazil

EDF power solutions has inaugurated a hydrogen pilot plant at the Norte Fluminense thermal power plant, with an investment of BRL4.5mn ($882,000), as part of Aneel's R&D programme.

Gavin Newsom seeks to reposition California as an autonomous player amid US withdrawal

Governor Gavin Newsom attended the COP30 summit in Belém to present California as a strategic partner, distancing himself from federal policy and leveraging the state's economic weight.
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India turns to Angolan oil to bypass Russian constraints

India boosts crude imports from Angola amid tightening U.S. sanctions on Russia, seeking low-risk legal diversification as scrutiny over cargo origins increases.

Tata Power to produce 10 GW of wafers to dominate India’s solar upstream

Tata Power is preparing a 10 GW ingot and wafer facility to consolidate its domestic solar chain, secure supplies, and capture PLI incentives ahead of 2026 local content mandates.

Adani Group invests in a mega battery storage project in Khavda

Adani Group launches a 1126 MW project in Khavda, marking its first entry into energy storage, with one of the largest BESS systems ever built at a single site.
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Quino Energy raises $16mn to industrialise organic electrolytes for flow batteries

Quino Energy secures $16mn in funding to scale global production of its organic electrolytes, with strategic support from investor Atri Energy Transition.

India and Russia strengthen nuclear cooperation with new projects

Russia and India are preparing an expanded agreement for the construction of VVER-1200 reactors and modular nuclear power plants, while accelerating work at the strategic Kudankulam site.

Jinhong Gas invests in Spain with a strategic cryogenic unit

Chinese group Jinhong Gas finalises a new industrial investment in Spain, marking its first European establishment and strengthening its global strategy in the industrial gas sector.
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The “Belém 4x” pledge targets global sustainable fuels surge by 2035

Nineteen countries, led by Brazil, Italy, Japan and India, aim to quadruple sustainable fuel production by 2035, marking a major industrial and regulatory challenge for global energy and transport supply chains.

L’Union africaine réclame une réforme des règles de financement climatique avant la COP30

À l’approche de la COP30, l’Union africaine demande une refonte des mécanismes de financement climatique pour garantir des ressources stables et équitables en faveur de l’adaptation des pays les plus vulnérables.

COP30 opens in tension as negotiations fail on initial agenda

COP30 begins in Belém under uncertainty, as countries fail to agree on key discussion topics, highlighting deep divisions over climate finance and the global energy transition.
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Three U.S. gas basins reshape prices, flows and contracts

Appalachia, Permian and Haynesville each reach the scale of a national producer, anchor the United States’ exportable supply and set regional differentials, LNG arbitrage and compliance constraints across the chain, amid capacity ramp-ups and reinforced sanctions.

Global energy efficiency slows to 1.8% in 2025, far from COP28 target

Global energy efficiency progress remains below the commitments made in Dubai, hindered by industrial demand and public policies that lag behind technological innovation.

BW Ideol secures up to €74mn for concrete floater plant in Fos-sur-Mer

The European Commission has selected BW Ideol’s Fos3F project for a grant of up to €74mn, targeting the construction of a concrete floater plant for floating wind turbines at the industrial site of Fos-sur-Mer.
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Indonesia records 836 Mt coal output in 2024 despite falling revenues

Indonesia’s coal overproduction has cut state revenues and company profits, while methane emissions from mines far exceed official figures.

Lula defends funding energy transition through oil revenues

Ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva adopts a controversial stance by proposing to finance the energy transition with proceeds from offshore oil exploration near the Amazon.

Petrobras increases net profit in third quarter driven by production growth

Petrobras reported a net profit of $6 billion in the third quarter, supported by rising production and exports despite declining global oil prices.
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Brazil extends coal usage despite dominance of renewable energy

The Brazilian government is granting new contracts to coal-fired power plants until 2040, illustrating the weight of regulatory decisions and industrial interests in a country predominantly powered by renewable energy.

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical secures 1mn tonnes of low-carbon methanol from Transition Industries

Transition Industries signed a long-term purchase agreement with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical for the annual supply of 1mn tonnes of ultra-low carbon methanol starting in 2029, from its Pacifico Mexinol project in Mexico.
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Russia and India strengthen energy trade despite US pressure

Russia continues hydrocarbon deliveries to India and explores new outlets for liquefied natural gas, amid escalating trade tensions with the United States.

Investments in Green Hydrogen Expected to Reach USD 510 Billion by 2032

Driven by federal incentives, hydrogen hubs and industrial demand, the U.S. green hydrogen market shows a compound annual growth rate of 63.8% through 2032.

Pietro Mendes resigns from Petrobras to lead Brazilian oil agency ANP

Petrobras board chairman Pietro Mendes resigned after his appointment to lead the National Petroleum Agency, confirmed by the Senate.
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Oil prices rise after unexpected decline in US crude stocks

A surprise drop in US crude inventories and renewed focus on peace talks in Ukraine are shaping oil market dynamics.

Vikram Solar secures a 250 MW order from Bondada Group in India

Vikram Solar will supply 250 MW of high-efficiency solar modules to the Bondada Group for a project in Maharashtra, with deployment scheduled to begin in fiscal year 2025–2026.

Indonesia Energy enters the Brazilian market with a strategic exploratory agreement

Indonesia Energy Corporation signs a memorandum of understanding with Aguila Energia to identify oil and gas assets in Brazil, marking a first incursion outside its domestic market.
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Gunvor Secures 20 Years of LNG from Mexican AMIGO LNG

Gunvor commits to 0.85 million tonnes per year of liquefied natural gas from AMIGO LNG, marking a strategic step forward for Asian and Latin American supply via the Guaymas terminal.

Global Petrochemical Investments Projected to Reach USD 956 Billion by 2032

Driven by rising industrial demand and emerging capacities in Asia, the global petrochemicals market is expected to see sustained expansion despite regulatory pressures and raw material cost challenges.

U.S. Tariffs: India Increases Brazilian Crude Imports by 80% in 2025

Indian imports of Brazilian crude reach 72,000 barrels per day in the first half of 2025, driven by U.S. sanctions, and are expected to grow with new contracts and upstream projects between Petrobras and Indian refiners.
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Global EV Charging Points to Reach 206.6 Million by 2040

Electric vehicle charging infrastructure investments are expected to hit $300 billion by 2040, driven by a 12.3% annual increase in global charging port deployments.

The aviation fuel market projected to reach USD 751 billion by 2032

With an annual growth rate estimated at 10.11%, the global aviation fuel market could reach USD 751 billion by 2032, driven by increasing air traffic and new industrial partnerships.

Petrobras negotiates to increase capacity of three FPSOs in Brazil

Petrobras is holding talks with SBM Offshore and Modec to raise output from three strategic FPSOs, two already at full capacity, to capture more value from the high-potential pre-salt fields.
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Eco Wave Power Expands Global Presence Despite Rising Mid-Year Losses

With active projects across four continents and strong liquidity, Eco Wave Power accelerates its expansion strategy while absorbing a rise in operational costs in H1 2025.

Bonatti Secures the Key Contract for Pacifico Mexinol Project Infrastructure

Transition Industries assigns Bonatti to build core infrastructure for Pacifico Mexinol, a strategic methanol complex in Mexico poised to become a major global player.

Pemex bets on Pimienta and Eagle Ford to revive national energy production

The Pimienta and Eagle Ford formations are identified as pillars of Pemex’s 2025-2035 strategic plan, with potential of more than 250,000 barrels of liquids per day and 500 million cubic feet of gas by 2030.
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Petrobras Targets Raízen to Reenter Ethanol Sector Under Legal Constraints by End of 2025

According to O Globo, Petrobras is exploring an entry into Raízen, either through equity investment or asset acquisition, to return to the ethanol market. A decision is expected by the end of 2025, under legal constraints tied to fuel distribution.

Putin Signs Decree Paving the Way for Exxon’s Return to Sakhalin-1

A new Russian presidential decree could allow Exxon Mobil to reclaim its stake in Sakhalin-1, under strict conditions tied to Western sanctions and equipment logistics.

Modi Defends India’s Energy Autonomy Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

Under threat of increased U.S. tariffs, New Delhi is accelerating its energy independence strategy to reduce reliance on imports, particularly Russian oil.
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Karpowership and Seatrium Partner to Deploy Floating LNG Power Plants

Karpowership and Seatrium formalize a strategic partnership to convert floating LNG units, strengthening their joint offering in emerging mobile electricity markets.

Washington strengthens ties with Pakistan over minerals and hydrocarbons

The United States plans to collaborate with Pakistan on critical minerals and hydrocarbons, exploring joint ventures and projects in strategic areas such as Balochistan.
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