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Trump Media creates a listed group with TAE Technologies in $6 billion deal

Trump Media & Technology Group and TAE Technologies unite in a transaction valued at USD6 billion to launch one of the first publicly traded companies focused on fusion energy.

Lhyfe expects EUR10mn revenue in 2025 and cuts costs from 2026

Lhyfe aims to double its revenue next year, refocuses industrial priorities and plans a 30% cost reduction starting in 2026 to accelerate profitability.

Iran offers support to Venezuela after oil tankers seized by Washington

Caracas says Iran has offered reinforced cooperation after the interception of two ships carrying Venezuelan crude, amid escalating tensions with the United States.
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Washington seizes second Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Caribbean

US authorities intercepted a second oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude, escalating pressure on Caracas amid accusations of trafficking and tensions over sanctioned oil exports.

The French government asks RTE to maintain the THT line project to Fos

The government confirms the continuation of the high-voltage line construction to Fos-Berre, despite criticism from the public debate and local tensions regarding environmental and economic impacts.

Mundi Énergies launches twenty renewable energy hubs in Canada with Haffner Energy

Mundi Énergies partners with Haffner Energy to create a network of twenty multi-energy hubs in Quebec, using residual biomass to produce renewable gas and strengthen Canada’s energy independence.
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Awendio Solaris to invest CAD1bn in integrated solar plant in Montreal

UK-based manufacturer Awendio Solaris plans to build a 2.5 GW solar industrial platform, expandable to 5 GW, in Quebec, targeting North American markets with a 100% regional supply chain.

Zefiro completes $1.5mn gas project in Pennsylvania and prepares $5mn operation in Louisiana

Zefiro Methane, through its subsidiary Plants & Goodwin, completes an energy conversion project in Pennsylvania and plans a new well decommissioning operation in Louisiana, expanding its presence to eight US states.

RWE and Indiana Michigan Power secure 200 MW deal in Indiana

RWE signed a 15-year power purchase agreement with Indiana Michigan Power for the Prairie Creek project, aimed at supporting Indiana’s growing electricity demand starting in 2028.
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Armada joins Genesis programme to deploy sovereign compute power in the United States

US-based Armada has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Energy to participate in the Genesis Mission, aimed at accelerating scientific research and reinforcing national energy and technology sovereignty.

Newcleo launches European safeguards process for lead-cooled modular reactor

French nuclear reactor developer Newcleo has submitted its lead-cooled small modular reactor design to Euratom, initiating the first regulatory phase to integrate nuclear non-proliferation safeguards at the European level.

European Union rejects United Kingdom’s exemption from carbon border levy

Brussels confirmed that the United Kingdom will not be exempted from the carbon border levy until both carbon markets are connected, delaying a possible exemption by at least one year.
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EDF raises cost estimate for six new nuclear reactors to €72.8 billion

French state utility EDF has increased the maximum estimated cost for building six new nuclear reactors to €72.8 billion ($85.29 billion), representing a 40% rise over the original figure.

France postpones publication of energy roadmap to 2026

The government has postponed the release of the new Multiannual Energy Programme to early 2026, delayed by political tensions over the balance between nuclear and renewables.

France: the Council of State bans coalbed methane exploitation in Lorraine

The Council of State has cancelled the authorisation to exploit coalbed methane in Lorraine, citing risks to the region's main aquifer and bringing an end to a legal battle that began over a decade ago.
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Technique Solaire secures €40mn junior debt to support 392 MWp in projects

Technique Solaire has secured €40mn ($43.5mn) in junior debt from BNP Paribas Asset Management to structure two solar portfolios totalling 392 MWp across France, Spain and the Netherlands.

EDF Power Solutions appoints METLEN to build 400MW Longfield solar farm

EDF Power Solutions UK has appointed METLEN to lead engineering and construction for the 400MW Longfield solar farm in Essex, with commissioning scheduled for 2030.

Neoen wins 124 MWp in solar projects in latest French government tender

Independent power producer Neoen has secured six agrivoltaic projects totalling 124 MWp, reinforcing its position as the leading winner in French solar tenders since 2021.
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Plug Power installs 5 MW electrolyzer in Namibia for integrated hydrogen hub

Plug Power has completed the installation of a 5 MW PEM electrolyzer for Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, marking the launch of Africa’s first fully integrated green hydrogen production and distribution site.

California Resources finalises asset transfer with Berry Corporation for $253mn

California Resources Corporation completed an all-stock asset transfer with Berry Corporation, strengthening its oil portfolio in California and adding strategic exposure in the Uinta Basin.

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.

Two SANAD Drilling Rigs to Resume Operations in Saudi Arabia by Mid-2026

The SANAD drilling joint venture will resume operations with two suspended rigs, expected to restart in March and June 2026, with contract extensions equal to the suspension period.

Oman LNG renews its two-decade industrial partnership with Baker Hughes

Oman LNG has renewed its long-term services agreement with Baker Hughes, including the creation of a local digital center dedicated to monitoring natural gas liquefaction production equipment.
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Dragon Oil and PETRONAS Forge Strategic Oil Exploration Agreement

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.

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. —

Chevron outperforms despite 21% drop in quarterly profit

The US oil giant beat market forecasts in the third quarter, despite declining results and a context marked by falling hydrocarbon prices.
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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.

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.
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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.

ExxonMobil hit by falling prices despite record output in Guyana

The American oil major saw its revenue decline in the third quarter, affected by lower crude prices and refining margins, despite record volumes in Guyana and the Permian Basin.
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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.

Amentum secures key contracts under £1.4bn Sellafield nuclear programme

US-based Amentum has secured strategic roles on a 15-year decommissioning framework in the United Kingdom, potentially worth up to £1.4bn ($1.9bn), through multiple projects at the Sellafield site.
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SLB OneSubsea secures two EPC contracts for deepwater projects in Malaysia

SLB OneSubsea has signed two EPC contracts with PTTEP to equip multiple deepwater gas and oil fields offshore Malaysia, extending a two-decade collaboration between the companies.

Dominion Energy raises third-quarter 2025 earnings guidance on stronger results

Dominion Energy reported net income of $1.0bn in Q3 2025, supported by solid operational performance and a revised annual outlook.

CPV secures $1.1bn funding for 1,350 MW gas-fired power plant in Texas

US-based CPV will build a 1,350 MW combined-cycle natural gas power plant in the Permian Basin with a $1.1bn loan from the Texas Energy Fund.
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Zelestra secures $60mn tax equity financing for Jasper solar power plant

Zelestra has closed a $60mn tax equity deal with Stonehenge Capital to support its 81 MW solar project in Indiana, set to become operational in Q4 2025.

Appalachia ramps up production: TETCO M2 basis firms, MVP advances

Producers bring volumes back after targeted reductions, taking advantage of a less discounted basis, expanding outbound capacity and rising seasonal demand, while liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports absorb surplus and support regional differentials.