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The Italian government is demanding assurances on fuel supply security before approving the sale of Italiana Petroli to Azerbaijan's state-owned energy group SOCAR, as negotiations continue.
The visit marks a new step in the cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Tellus Power, aiming to establish an EV charging station production unit in the Gulf.

Dr Sultan Al Jaber wins ICIS CEO of the Year 2025 award for strategic performance

ADNOC Group CEO Dr Sultan Al Jaber has been named 2025 CEO of the Year by his global chemical industry peers, recognising his role in the company’s industrial expansion and international investments.
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Saudi and Iraqi exporters halted supplies to Nayara Energy, forcing the Rosneft-controlled Indian refiner to rely solely on Russian crude in August.
Two drone strikes hit Heglig in August, disrupting the strategic Nile Blend export hub and increasing the vulnerability of Sudanese and South Sudanese oil flows.

United States clears Rio Grande and Commonwealth LNG toward final decisions

U.S. regulators have approved two major milestones for Rio Grande LNG and Commonwealth LNG, clarifying their investment decision timelines and reinforcing the country’s role in expanding global liquefaction capacity.
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems raised $863mn in an oversubscribed round to finalise SPARC and accelerate construction of its ARC fusion plant in Virginia, strengthening its position in the global fusion energy sector.
Vantage Drilling International Ltd. extends the validity of its conditional letter of award until August 29, without changes to the initial terms.

The United States Sanctions Greek Shipper for Iranian Oil Trafficking

Washington increases pressure on Iran’s oil sector by sanctioning a Greek shipper and its affiliates, accused of facilitating crude exports to Asia despite existing embargoes.
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Masdar has allocated the entirety of its 2023–2024 green bond issuances to solar, wind, and storage energy projects, while expanding its financial framework to include green hydrogen and batteries.
The consortium led by Masdar has secured approximately $1.1 billion in financing to build one of the world’s largest solar power plants in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province.

Iran cuts 1.4 GW to Iraq, Baghdad speeds up regional interconnections

The suspension of 1,400 MW of electricity supplied by Iran to Iraq puts pressure on the Iraqi grid, while Tehran records a record 77 GW demand and must balance domestic consumption with regional obligations.
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The sultanate awards three mining concessions to local companies. Projects target strategic deposits to reduce hydrocarbon dependence.
OPEC's August report reveals Russian production above quotas and commercial dominance in Asia, while Kazakhstan massively exceeds its reduction commitments.

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.
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Baghdad and Damascus intensify discussions to reactivate the 850 km pipeline closed since 2003, offering a Mediterranean alternative amid regional tensions and export blockages.
The Emirati logistics giant posts 40% revenue growth despite depressed maritime freight rates, driven by Navig8 integration and strategic fleet expansion.

Massive power outage in Iraq after losing 6,000 MW of capacity

A nationwide blackout left Iraq without electricity for several hours, affecting almost the entire country due to record consumption linked to an extreme heatwave.
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Vantage Drilling has sold the Tungsten Explorer drilling vessel to a joint venture with TotalEnergies, while retaining its operational management for a minimum period of ten years.
OPEC+ oil production fell to 41.65 million barrels per day in July 2025, reveals S&P Global's Platts survey, as Saudi Arabia normalizes production after June's Iran-Israel tensions.
Saudi Aramco's new official sales prices for September were lower than expected, reflecting weak refining margins in Asia and the forthcoming OPEC+ production increase.
Adani Energy Solutions raises $1 billion via an institutional placement, attracting US investors and sovereign wealth funds, marking a notable return to the financial markets.

Oil prices rise on positive US economic signs

Oil prices rose slightly after the publication of a positive indicator on the US economy, reassuring investors about future demand despite persistent geopolitical risks.
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The Kurdish authorities are closing 138 illegal refineries and imposing strict standards on the others to combat pollution in Erbil.
The United Arab Emirates is becoming a major player in the International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC) market, thanks to a significant rise in nuclear production and increased adoption of corporate sustainability goals.

China sets export record for low-cost solar modules

China exports a record 120,427 MW of solar modules in the first half of 2024, thanks to a substantial reduction in prices, despite persistent trade tensions.
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Masdar and TotalEnergies are collaborating to transform green hydrogen into methanol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Abu Dhabi, aiming to decarbonize the aviation and shipping sectors.
BP signs an agreement with Iraq to develop four oil and gas fields in the province of Kirkuk, with the aim of increasing energy production and diversifying resources.

Hungary’s MOL leverages its mature field expertise in Azerbaijan

MOL optimizes oil production in Azerbaijan, capitalizing on decades of experience in managing mature fields, with promising prospects in the Caspian region.
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OPEC+ plans to maintain its current policy despite lower oil prices, threatening the plan to reduce production cuts in the fourth quarter.
EWEC is seeking proposals for a new open-cycle gas turbine power plant in Madinat Zayed, aimed at boosting the United Arab Emirates' energy capacity.

Russian crude deals could test Middle East flows to India

India's imports of Middle Eastern crude increased in 2024, but the agreements with Russia could change all that.
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OPEC+ is reducing its crude oil production, putting pressure on the global liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market and influencing prices.
Global oil reserves remain stable at 1,536 billion barrels, posing a challenge in the face of growing demand without rapid electrification of transport.

Masdar and Endesa: A €1.7 billion Solar Deal in Spain

Masdar invests €817 million to acquire a 49.99% stake in 2 GW of solar power plants in Spain. This strategic partnership with Endesa aims to develop 2.5 GW of renewable assets, potentially including 0.5 GW of battery energy storage.
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EDF expects French nuclear production to be at the high end of its forecast for 2024, thanks to improved reactor availability and significant operational improvements.
Iraq increases its export capacity by 300,000 barrels per day with the installation of two new pumping units, despite OPEC+ quota constraints.

Abu Dhabi launches a tender for a 400MW BESS

EWEC issues a call for tenders for a 400 MW energy storage project, reinforcing the integration of renewable energies in Abu Dhabi.
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EWEC launches a tender to develop a 2.5 GW gas-fired power plant, essential for Abu Dhabi's energy transition.
Italian energy giant Enel reported a 64.9% increase in first-half net profit to €4.1 billion, despite falling electricity and gas prices.