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Kyoto Group commissions world’s largest industrial thermal storage unit in Hungary

Norwegian-based Kyoto has launched a 56 MWh thermal storage system at KALL Ingredients in Hungary, designed to replace natural gas with renewable-based industrial heat.

Used oil imports multiply twentyfold under pressure from biofuels

Global demand for biofuels is driving a sharp increase in used oil imports to Europe and the United States, straining global feedstock supply chains, according to the International Energy Agency.

Singapore distillate stocks rise above 10 million barrels

Singapore’s gasoil and kerosene inventories reached a three-month high after a sharp weekly drop in net exports, supported by a marked increase in imports from Northeast Asia.
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Nala Renewables acquires 250 MW storage portfolio in Finland

Nala Renewables strengthens its position in Finland with the acquisition of a battery energy storage portfolio exceeding 250 MW from Swiss developer Fu-Gen AG.

Paris Agreement: How Article 6 Shifts Carbon Credits to Regulated Demand by 2030?

Article 6 converts carbon credits into a compliance asset, driven by sovereign purchases, domestic markets, and sectoral schemes, with annual demand projected above 700 Mt and supply constrained by timelines, levies, and CA requirements.

Sembcorp acquires ReNew’s solar unit in India for $190mn

Sembcorp Industries has signed a purchase agreement to acquire a 300-megawatt solar plant in India, boosting its renewable energy footprint to a total capacity of 6.9 gigawatts.
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Denmark strengthens maritime controls at Skagen Strait amid Russian shadow fleet activity

Denmark is intensifying inspections of ships passing through Skagen, a strategic point linking the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, to counter the risks posed by the Russian shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.

TotalEnergies appoints Nicola Mavilla as global head of exploration

Nicola Mavilla succeeds Kevin McLachlan as TotalEnergies' Director of Exploration, bringing over two decades of international experience in the oil and gas industry.

Nel ASA secures new 2.5 MW PEM electrolyser order in Switzerland

Nel Hydrogen US will supply a containerised electrolyser to H2 Energy for a hydrogen production facility commissioned by the Association for Waste Disposal in Buchs, Switzerland.
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners launches 200 GWh bioLNG project in Finland

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners invests in Nivalan Biokaasu, Finland’s largest bioLNG plant, with construction set to begin in late 2025 and operations scheduled for 2027.

TotalEnergies exits three mature fields in Norway’s Ekofisk area

TotalEnergies EP Norge signed two agreements to divest its non-operated interests in three inactive Norwegian fields, pending an investment decision expected in 2025.

China could supply gasoline to Russia if Moscow removes import duties

The potential removal by Moscow of duties on Chinese gasoline revives export prospects and could tighten regional supply, while Singapore and South Korea remain on the sidelines.
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TotalEnergies sells Norwegian oil assets to Vår Energi to reduce debt

TotalEnergies has reached a deal to sell mature offshore oil fields in the North Sea to Vår Energi as part of a $3.5bn divestment plan aimed at easing its rising debt.

Iberdrola adds 708 MW of solar capacity to joint venture with Norges Bank

Iberdrola strengthens its partnership with Norges Bank Investment Management by adding two Spanish photovoltaic plants, raising joint operational capacity to 900 MW.

Statkraft sells its district heating business for NOK3.6bn to Nordic consortium

Statkraft continues its strategic shift by selling its district heating unit to Patrizia SE and Nordic Infrastructure AG for NOK3.6bn ($331mn). The deal will free up capital for hydropower, wind, solar and battery investments.
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ASEAN reignites regional energy integration with cross-border electricity grid

The ASEAN Power Grid enters a strategic phase with renewed support from regional and international institutions to structure electricity trade among member states and secure the necessary investments.

Exxon to cut up to 500 jobs in Singapore as part of global restructuring

Exxon Mobil plans to reduce its Singapore workforce by 10% to 15% by 2027 and relocate its offices to the Jurong industrial site, as part of a strategic investment shift.

Kandla launches green methanol project to capture flows between Singapore and Rotterdam

Kandla port plans a 150,000-ton-per-year integrated renewable methanol unit, targeting the growing fleet of compliant vessels on the Singapore-Rotterdam maritime route.
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Half of Europe’s power grid exposed to blackout risks

Up to 55% of Europe’s electricity system remains vulnerable due to weak interconnection capacity, increasing the risk of widespread outages in several countries, according to a new report.

Hy2gen secures zoning approval for renewable ammonia plant in Norway

The Sauda municipal council has approved the zoning plan for the Iverson project, paving the way for a 270 MW electrolysis facility powered by hydropower to produce renewable ammonia.

Curve Energy Corp. signs strategic agreement with Saudi Aramco Technologies

Curve Energy Corp. has formalized a non-disclosure agreement with Saudi Aramco Technologies, allowing confidential exchanges of information as part of potential technological collaborations in the global market for low-sulfur marine fuels.

Tokyo Gas acquires two wind projects in Finland via its European subsidiary

Tokyo Gas, through TOWII Renewables, a joint venture with EWII, purchases two onshore wind projects developed by Finnish company Puhuri, totalling 74.4 MW, marking its expansion beyond the Danish market.

Equinor discovers up to 15 mn barrels of oil at Johan Castberg in the Barents Sea

Equinor announces a new oil discovery estimated at between 9 and 15 mn barrels at the Johan Castberg field in the Barents Sea, strengthening the reserve potential in Norway's northern region.
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China and the United States improve their energy performance in an unstable global context

While advanced economies maintain global energy leadership, China and the United States have significantly progressed in the security and sustainability of their energy systems, according to the World Economic Forum's annual report.

Finland: TES and CPC launch 500 MW e-NG project

Tree Energy Solutions and CPC Finland will produce 125,000 tonnes annually of e-NG at the Finnish port of Rauma, targeting European and international markets with a significant investment.

Globeleq launches South Africa’s largest energy storage facility

Globeleq and African Rainbow Energy finalise commercial agreements for a 153 MW energy storage project in South Africa, aimed at enhancing national grid stability and optimising peak energy management.
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Blue Whale Energy installs 8 MWh of sodium-ion batteries on Southeast Asian urban rooftops

Blue Whale Energy partners with UNIGRID to deploy behind-the-meter storage systems adapted to constrained commercial and industrial urban areas in Southeast Asia.

Fortum selects Westinghouse to study an AP1000 reactor in Finland

The preliminary agreement launches planning and site assessment for a tailored AP1000 reactor, following two years of feasibility study, and enlists Westinghouse and Hyundai to support Fortum’s regional nuclear expansion.

Norsk Kjernekraft creates a 1,280 MWe SMR nuclear plant near Mongstad

Norsk Kjernekraft and the municipality of Austrheim launch Fensfjorden Kjernekraft AS to build a 1,280 MWe SMR nuclear plant near the Mongstad oil site, aiming to reduce Norwegian industrial emissions and secure the electricity supply.
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France and Norway formalize an agreement on cross-border CO₂ transport

France and Norway sign an agreement facilitating the international transport of CO₂ to offshore geological storage facilities, notably through the Northern Lights project and the CO₂ Highway Europe infrastructure.

Statkraft reduces offshore wind investments following strategic review

Statkraft refocuses investments on flexible Nordic hydropower and reduces commitments in offshore wind and hydrogen to lower operating costs, amid an uncertain economic environment and pressured profitability.

Equinor launches its first solar power plant in Denmark through subsidiary BeGreen

The Ingerslev Å solar plant, operated by BeGreen, an Equinor subsidiary, begins production in Denmark, adding a capacity of 65 MW and generating approximately 68 GWh annually for the local DK1 electricity market.
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Norway: Johan Castberg oil field reaches full capacity in three months

Three months after starting production, Norway’s Johan Castberg oil field, located in the Barents Sea, reaches its full capacity of 220,000 barrels per day, significantly increasing energy supplies to Europe.

Globeleq acquires 51% of Lunsemfwa Hydro Power in Zambia from Norfund

Globeleq acquires a majority stake in Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company, marking its entry into the Zambian energy market with two hydropower plants and a solar project.

ORLEN Group secures €382 million for its hydrogen projects

The Polish energy group ORLEN receives a non-repayable grant of €382 million from the National Recovery Plan to finance its renewable and low-emission hydrogen production initiatives.
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Statkraft announces $292 million cuts amid European financial pressures

Norwegian group Statkraft plans an annual cost reduction of NOK2.9bn ($292 million) by 2027, citing possible job cuts amid rising financial burdens and volatility in the European energy market.

Norway Launches Complete Industrial Chain for Carbon Capture and Storage

Norway has launched a major industrial project aimed at capturing, maritime transport, and geological storage of CO₂, mobilizing key energy players and significant public subsidies to ensure economic viability.

Arctic Shipping Route: Commercial Opportunities and Technological Challenges for the Naval Sector

The Northern Sea Route attracts businesses due to its logistical speed but presents significant technological challenges for the naval industry, especially in designing vessels adapted to extreme Arctic conditions.
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Thor offshore wind farm prepares its operational centre in Thorsminde

RWE and Østermark Entreprenørforretning celebrate advanced construction of the operational building for Denmark's largest offshore wind farm, promising up to 60 permanent local jobs by 2026.

Sweden and Norway Launch CCS Infrastructure Targeting 5 Mt Annual CO₂ Capture

Stockholm Exergi begins construction of a CO₂ capture facility in Stockholm, integrated with the expansion of Northern Lights in Norway, reaching a total storage capacity of 5 million tonnes per year by 2028.