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EDF finalises Sizewell C funding with two major public loans

The UK’s Sizewell C project reaches a key milestone with a financing boost from EDF, including a loan guaranteed by Bpifrance and backing from the National Wealth Fund, with an estimated total cost of GBP38bn ($48.19bn).

CMA CGM announces the registration of ten giant container ships under the French flag

CMA CGM is commissioning ten new giant container ships under the French flag. These LNG-powered vessels aim to strengthen France's maritime competitiveness while supporting the sector's energy transition.

NGE and Sade win contract for cooling system networks of EPR2 reactors

NGE, through its subsidiary Sade, has won the contract for the cooling system networks (SEC) of six EPR2 reactors in France, a key project for nuclear safety and industrial innovation.
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Ørsted sells 50% of Hornsea 3 project to Apollo for DKK 39 billion

Danish Ørsted has signed an agreement with Apollo to sell a 50% stake in its Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm in the UK, in a strategic transaction valued at approximately DKK 39 billion ($5.43bn).

France: MPs Reject Tax Increase on E85 and B100 Fuels

The French National Assembly rejected proposed tax increases on E85 and B100 biofuels in the 2026 budget after strong opposition from the agricultural and transport sectors.

BP multiplies its net profit by five in the third quarter despite lower prices

BP reported a net profit of $1.16 billion in the third quarter, five times higher than in 2024, thanks to strong results in refining and distribution, despite a decline in oil prices.
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EDF gets go-ahead for Hinkley Point B decommissioning

The UK's Office for Nuclear Regulation has granted formal consent to EDF Energy to decommission the Hinkley Point B nuclear power plant in Somerset, England, following its permanent shutdown in August 2022.

The examination of Global Bioenergies’ takeover bids postponed to November 24

The Commercial Court of Evry has delayed the review of takeover bids for Global Bioenergies, raising the possibility of judicial liquidation if no buyer emerges by November 12 at noon.

Shell launches a large debt exchange offer for $8.4 billion of dollar-denominated bonds

Shell restructures six series of bonds through an exchange offer, migrating them to its U.S. subsidiary to optimize its capital structure and align its debt with its U.S. operations.
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The French State activates the IEF control on Exaion’s sale to American Mara

The government confirmed that the majority sale of Exaion by EDF to Mara will be subject to the foreign investment control procedure, with a response expected by the end of December.

bp divests non-controlling interests in US onshore midstream assets for $1.5 billion

BP sells non-controlling stakes in its Permian and Eagle Ford midstream infrastructure to Sixth Street for $1.5 billion while retaining operational control.

Qatar threatens to suspend LNG exports to Europe over CSDDD directive

Qatar warns it could halt its liquefied natural gas (LNG) deliveries to the European Union if the CSDDD directive is not softened, a move that reignites tensions surrounding Brussels' new sustainability regulations.
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EU bans Russian LNG, Arctic bottlenecks and clauses under strain

The gradual ban on Russian cargoes reshapes European flows, increases winter detours via the Northern Sea Route and shifts risk toward force majeure and “change of law,” despite rising global capacity. —

France: Tenergie installs a 270 kWc solar plant on a quarry site in Bouches-du-Rhône

Tenergie renovated the roof of an industrial hangar at a limestone quarry in Bouches-du-Rhône and installed a 270 kWc solar plant under a 25-year lease agreement with no upfront cost for the company.

Baltic Storage Platform secures €85.6mn for large-scale battery project in Estonia

Baltic Storage Platform secures a record €85.6mn ($90.6mn) to develop two battery energy storage sites in Estonia, marking the first such financing in the Baltics based solely on storage revenue streams.
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Vallourec secures over 20,000-ton pipeline contract in Brazil

The French group will supply carbon steel pipelines to TechnipFMC for the offshore Orca project, strengthening its strategic position in the Brazilian market.

France: REDEN commissions a 3-hectare agrivoltaic greenhouse in Ariège

Energy group REDEN has commissioned a 3-hectare agrivoltaic greenhouse in Montaut, Ariège, combining specialised agricultural production and electricity generation on a single family-run site.

Hyd’Occ brings together hydrogen stakeholders in Béziers ahead of launch

Ahead of Hyd’Occ’s commissioning, Qair hosts hydrogen sector operators and decision-makers in Béziers to coordinate the industrial integration of local production into regional transport.
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Shanghai Electric delivers giant components for CRAFT and ITER projects

Shanghai Electric strengthens its position in the global nuclear fusion supply chain with strategic equipment deliveries for the ITER project in France and CRAFT in China.

Eos Energy secures 228 MWh strategic order from Frontier Power

Eos Energy and Frontier Power strengthen their collaboration with a major first order under a 5 GWh framework agreement to deploy long-duration storage systems across multiple energy markets.
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CETY signs $85mn acquisition offer in wind and solar sectors in Europe

Clean Energy Technologies announces a non-binding agreement with a European renewable energy developer, supported by a $4.4mn capital raise for a transaction estimated at $85mn.

Oil majors threaten dividend cuts as crude holds at $60

Falling oil prices strain shareholder returns as supermajors weigh high dividends against cash flow stability.

Gas stocks in Europe surpass 50 bcm but remain below required levels

European gas reserves reach 50.3 bcm, but current injection rates may prevent meeting the 90% regulatory target before November.
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Dogger Bank C HVDC offshore platform installed, completing all three substations

Dogger Bank Wind Farm has completed the installation of its third offshore HVDC converter platform, marking a major step in the development of the world’s largest offshore wind farm under construction.

Trump casts uncertainty over oil licenses in Venezuela

Economically fragile Venezuela awaits a critical U.S. decision on renewing oil licenses granted to multinationals, a crucial issue that could significantly affect its recent economic recovery and financial stability.

Union Investment removes TotalEnergies from sustainable funds amid Uganda dispute

German asset manager Union Investment has excluded TotalEnergies from its sustainable funds over allegations of human rights violations linked to the EACOP oil project in Uganda, further complicating its international financing.
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TotalEnergies maintains its strategy despite economic pressures and activism

Patrick Pouyanné reassures shareholders by confirming TotalEnergies' strategic direction, combining hydrocarbons and low-carbon electricity, despite an unstable economic environment and climate activist protests in Paris.

Trump urges London to favor offshore oil over wind power

Donald Trump is calling on the United Kingdom to abandon wind energy in favor of revitalizing offshore oil extraction, sparking debate over the economic and political implications of such an energy strategy after their recent trade agreement.

Mirova grants $10mn loan to EDF for solar projects in Africa

EDF will strengthen its off-grid platform in Africa with a $10mn loan from Mirova to expand electricity access to 5 million people by 2030.
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European Nuclear: Germany Opens Up to France’s Energy Choices

The German government expresses openness toward French nuclear energy, promising a technologically neutral approach despite internal divisions over recognizing nuclear as a sustainable energy within the European Union.

Trump Signs Four Major Executive Orders to Quadruple U.S. Nuclear Production

Donald Trump announces four executive orders to quadruple U.S. nuclear energy production within 25 years, radically accelerate regulatory approvals, secure enriched uranium supplies, and address the surging energy demands linked to artificial intelligence.

EDF lowers Coiselet dam level due to imminent geological risk

EDF partially drains the Coiselet dam reservoir in the Ain region after a landslide threat was identified that could compromise the hydro structure.
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Madrid and Lisbon ask Brussels to accelerate electrical interconnection projects

Following the major electrical outage in April, the Spanish and Portuguese governments are urging the European Commission to expedite infrastructure development for electrical interconnections between the Iberian Peninsula and the broader European grid, currently considered insufficient.

Greencells signs 68.48 MWp EPC contract with Enray in the United Kingdom

German group Greencells strengthens its UK presence through an EPC and O&M agreement with Enray Power for a solar plant incorporating an energy storage system in North Yorkshire.

Iraq entrusts major energy project in Basra to Sino-Iraqi consortium

Iraq has signed a deal with China’s Geo-Jade and Hilal al-Basra to develop an integrated project combining oil, refining and electricity in the country’s south.
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Europe Revives Industrial Hydrogen with Major Funding Despite Market Turbulence

The European hydrogen industry regains momentum after a challenging period, backed by significant funding and strategic consolidation among leading industrial players on the continent.

Hydrogen Storage in Salt Caverns: Opportunities and Challenges for Industry

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.

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 legalises extension of two nuclear reactors until 2045

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.

Savannah Energy increases revenues by 19% and strengthens oil assets

Savannah Energy recorded a 19% rise in revenues in the first quarter of 2025, driven by the integration of a new asset in Nigeria and improved cash flows.
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