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Indonesia’s coal overproduction has cut state revenues and company profits, while methane emissions from mines far exceed official figures.
OMS Energy is accelerating investments in artificial intelligence and robotics to position itself in the growing pipeline inspection and maintenance sector, a strategic segment with higher margins than traditional equipment manufacturing.

EDF, SPIC and SAPCO consortium secures financing for 1,400 MW solar projects in Saudi Arabia

Two photovoltaic plants with a combined capacity of 1,400 MW will be operational in 2027, strengthening EDF Group's international presence and Asian actors in Saudi Arabia's energy market.
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SLB has unveiled Tela, an agentic artificial intelligence technology designed to automate upstream processes and enhance operational efficiency at scale.
Ormat Technologies reported a rise in revenue for the third quarter, supported by solid performances in its Product and Storage segments, and revised its 2025 annual guidance upward.

Global warming heads toward 2.5°C despite commitments

Current emission trajectories put the planet on course for a 2.3°C to 2.5°C rise, according to the latest UN calculations, just days before the COP30 in Belem.
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The partnership combines industrial AI tools, continuous power supplies, and investment vehicles, with volumes and metrics aligned to the demands of high-density data centers and operational optimization in oil and gas production.
Dragon Oil, a subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company, partners with PETRONAS to enhance technical and commercial cooperation in oil and gas exploration and production.

Eni and PETRONAS Create an ASEAN Upstream NewCo, $15B in Investments

The joint venture combines 19 assets (14 in Indonesia, 5 in Malaysia), aims for 300 kboe/d initially and >500 kboe/d, and focuses investments on gas to supply Bontang and the Malaysia LNG complex in Bintulu.
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GCL Energy Technology strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia by partnering with PLN Indonesia Power to develop two 100 MW solar plants, both ground-mounted and floating, as part of the government’s Hijaunesia program.
The Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism formalizes a landfill-methane methodology, imposes an investment-based additionality test, and governs issuance of traceable units via a central registry, with host-country authorizations and corresponding adjustments required.

Singapore invests heavily in civil nuclear power and regional energy networks

Singapore strengthens its energy strategy through public investments in nuclear, regional electricity interconnections and gas infrastructure to secure its long-term supply.
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Baker Hughes recorded a 23% increase in orders in Q3 2025, driven by its gas segment, while net income fell 20% year-on-year to $609mn.
Abu Dhabi has begun construction on the world’s first gigascale solar and battery storage project, capable of delivering 1GW of baseload renewable power, with operations expected by 2027.

Indonesia Energy signs agreement with Aquila Energia for hybrid projects in Brazil

Indonesia Energy Corporation partners with Aquila Energia to develop two pilot projects combining solar and natural gas to power data centres in Brazil, under a non-binding framework supported by both governments.
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Eni's net profit rose to €803mn in the third quarter, supported by a 6% increase in production despite falling crude prices.
The levelised cost of solar electricity continues to fall globally, reaching a regional record of $37/MWh in the Middle East and Africa thanks to tracker technologies, according to the latest market data.

VoltaGrid and Halliburton join forces to deliver distributed power to data centres

VoltaGrid and Halliburton launch a strategic collaboration to deploy distributed power systems for data centres, with an initial rollout planned in the Middle East.
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Indonesian nickel producer Anugrah Neo Energy Materials plans a $300mn IPO in December to finance its growing battery materials operations.
Vantage Drilling halted a 260-day drilling contract for the vessel Platinum Explorer following a rapid evolution of international sanctions regimes that made the campaign non-compliant with the applicable legal framework shortly after it was signed.
The Aker Solutions-Siemens Energy consortium advances on Norfolk Vanguard West and East, strategic RWE projects for offshore wind infrastructure development in Europe.
Masdar, supported by the United Arab Emirates, increased its energy capacity to 51GW in 2024, strengthening its global strategy through targeted acquisitions and key projects.

Global Road Transport: CO2 Emissions Expected to Peak in 2025

CO2 emissions from global road transport could peak as early as 2025 thanks to the rise of electric vehicles and carbon regulations, according to an ICCT report.
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The United Arab Emirates inaugurates a groundbreaking solar energy project combining a 5.2 GW capacity with 19 GWh battery storage, ensuring continuous energy supply.
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority’s subsidiary partners with ArcLight to support a strategic 11 GW energy portfolio in the United States.

China and the Future of Coal: A Plateau at 8.77 Billion Tonnes by 2027

As coal reaches a historic peak in 2024, renewable energy reshapes global dynamics. In China, where one-third of the world’s coal is consumed, the energy transition remains a pivotal factor for the sector's future.
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Pertamina, an Indonesian state-owned actor, acquires 20% of Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation to fund green energy projects in the Philippines, bolstering its regional strategy.
South Africa bolsters its electric grid by awarding two 300 MWh energy storage projects to AMEA Power in the North West Province, aiming to improve energy stability.

Indonesia Selects Toshiba to Equip Patuha Geothermal Plant with Additional 60 MW

Toshiba will equip Unit 2 of the Patuha Geothermal Plant in Indonesia, adding 60 MW to strengthen the country’s energy capacity and support its ambitious climate goals.
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PowerChina launches a 1.5 GW solar project in the United Arab Emirates, marking a key milestone in the region's energy strategy while strengthening efforts toward a low-carbon economy transition.
TotalEnergies and Vantage Drilling announce the creation of TEVA Ship Charter LLC, a joint venture aimed at managing the Tungsten Explorer platform for an initial ten-year period in Congolese waters.

The United Arab Emirates adjusts Murban crude exports to 1.744 million b/d for December 2025

ADNOC forecasts 1.744 million barrels per day for its Murban crude exports in December 2025, a slight drop compared to November. March 2025 will experience a significant reduction of 70,000 barrels per day.
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EWEC secures land to develop 4.6 GW of solar and wind capacities in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the UAE's climate and energy goals for 2035.
Amid geopolitical volatility and oversupply, OPEC+ must navigate critical decisions to stabilize oil prices while preserving market share against hesitant demand.

China Plans 330 Million Tons of Coal Imports in 2025

China confirms its central role in the Asian coal market with a forecast of 330 million tons of coal imports in 2025, according to an Australian report.
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NextChem, a subsidiary of Maire, is developing a SAF plant in Sumatra using used oils and local biomass effluents, promising up to a 95% reduction in aviation emissions through innovative technologies.
With 40% of the global growth in geothermal capacity over ten years, Kenya emerges as a key player thanks to its ambitious renewable energy projects.

Global coal demand reaches record in 2024 but stabilizes until 2027, says IEA

Global coal demand peaked at 8.77 billion tons in 2024. Thanks to the rise of renewable energy, it is expected to stabilize by 2027, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
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ADNOC will reduce crude oil production by 229,000 barrels per day in February
Geothermal energy could meet 15% of the global electricity demand by 2050, according to the International Energy Agency. This potential relies on cost reductions and increased technological adoption.