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Eco Wave Power deploys BladeRanger drones to automate wave maintenance

Eco Wave Power and BladeRanger have unveiled a first-of-its-kind drone-powered maintenance system for onshore wave energy infrastructure, aimed at reducing operational costs and improving system performance.

IAEA: Iran held 440.9 kg at 60% before Israeli strikes

A report by the International Atomic Energy Agency puts Iran’s 60% enriched uranium at 440.9 kg before Israeli and U.S. strikes, while the agency’s access to enrichment sites has remained suspended since the operations.

Colombia: Petro blocks coal to Israel in a political showdown

President Gustavo Petro bans all coal exports to Israel, a decision with minor energy effects but strong diplomatic weight, illustrating his anti-Americanism and attempts to reshape Colombia’s domestic politics.
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Return of IAEA inspectors to Iran after one month of diplomatic breakdown

Iran once again authorises the International Atomic Energy Agency to inspect its nuclear sites, following a suspension triggered by a dispute over responsibility for Israeli strikes.

Shikun & Binui commissions a 71 MW solar power plant in Romania

Israeli group Shikun & Binui begins commercial operation of its first photovoltaic park in Romania, a 71 MW facility located in Satu Mare County.

Iraq and Syria Revive Kirkuk-Baniyas Pipeline to Bypass Traditional Routes

Baghdad and Damascus intensify discussions to reactivate the 850 km pipeline closed since 2003, offering a Mediterranean alternative amid regional tensions and export blockages.
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Eco Wave Power completes installation of pilot project at the Port of Los Angeles

Eco Wave Power has completed the full installation of its wave energy system at the Port of Los Angeles, paving the way for initial operational tests scheduled for September.

OPEC+ Cuts Production Despite Higher Quotas in July

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.

IAEA Dispatches Envoy to Tehran to Negotiate New Nuclear Framework

A senior official from the UN agency begins technical discussions with Iran on Monday, the first meeting since June strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
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ISRAEL: NewMed Energy signs historic $35bn gas deal with Egypt through 2040

The Israeli group NewMed Energy has signed a natural gas export contract worth $35bn with Egypt, covering 130bn cubic metres to be delivered by 2040.

Japanese refiners face critical challenge of Middle Eastern oil dependency

Record Gulf crude imports expose structural vulnerabilities of Japanese refining amid rising geopolitical tensions and Asian competition.

OPEC+ increases production by 547,000 barrels as non-OPEC supply explodes

The eight voluntary OPEC+ members accelerate their market return in September despite weakened global demand and record production from the Americas.
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Shell launches a share buyback programme after a 23% drop in net profit

Shell’s half-year net profit falls to USD8.38bn as the group announces a new share buyback programme, amid lower hydrocarbon prices and ongoing cost reductions.

Eco Wave Power installs its first wave energy floaters at the Port of Los Angeles

Eco Wave Power has completed the installation of floaters for its pilot project in Los Angeles, marking a strategic milestone in the validation and commercialisation of its wave energy technology in the US market.

OIES maintains its Brent price forecast and adjusts oil market surplus projections

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OIES) confirmed its Brent price forecast at 69 USD/b in 2025 and 67 USD/b in 2026, while adjusting its 2025 surplus forecast to 280,000 barrels per day.
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Asia-Pacific LNG physical market jumps 86% year over year despite geopolitical tensions

LNG trading volumes in the Asia-Pacific region reached 1.24 million tonnes, driven by summer demand and rising participation, despite a 21% monthly decline linked to geopolitical uncertainty.

Bahrain signs civil nuclear agreement with the United States and announces $17bn in public investments

Bahrain has concluded a civil nuclear agreement with the United States and formalised a commitment of $17bn in public investments in the US market, further strengthening bilateral cooperation.

OPEC Cuts Forecasts but Anticipates Rising Oil Demand

OPEC slightly adjusts its production forecasts for 2025-2026 while projecting stable global demand growth, leaving OPEC+ significant room to increase supply without destabilizing global oil markets.
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Drone attacks disrupt five oil fields in Iraqi Kurdistan within one week

Three new oil fields in Iraqi Kurdistan have been targeted by explosive drones, bringing the number of affected sites in this strategic region to five in one week, according to local authorities.

Eco Wave Power receives €2.45mn from EU to deploy wave energy

Eco Wave Power Global AB joins a consortium funded with €2.45mn by the European Interreg Atlantic Area programme to accelerate commercial implementation of wave energy technologies in Atlantic coastal regions.

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.

BP and ADNOC explore gas investments in the Eastern Mediterranean

BP and ADNOC are in talks with Cyprus to explore gas investments, following recent discoveries in Egypt and Israel.

US sanctions against Iran and their impact on energy

New US sanctions against Iran and the Houthi rebels are shaking up the oil market, amplifying geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disrupting supply chains.
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Eco Wave Power wins EDF Pulse award for its wave energy technology

Eco Wave Power, headed by Inna Braverman, wins the EDF Pulse 2024 award for its innovative wave energy technology, marking a significant advance in decentralized energy systems.

Goldman Sachs: Fires in Canada threaten oil production

Goldman Sachs reveals that, despite stable production, the fires in Alberta represent a growing threat to the Canadian oil industry.

Energean invests $1.2 billion to develop project in Israel

London-based Energean is investing $1.2 billion to develop the Katlan gas project off the Israeli coast, with production scheduled for the first half of 2027.
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Hodeidah terminal on fire following Israeli strikes in response to Houthis

The port of Hodeidah in Yemen is in flames after Israeli strikes in retaliation for a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv, exacerbating regional tensions and threatening the flow of goods.

Shikun & Binui Energy secures €49 million for solar project in Romania

Shikun & Binui Energy has secured a €49 million loan from Raiffeisen Bank International for a 101 MW photovoltaic park in Simleu Silvaniei, Romania.

Geopolitical tensions and Chinese demand drive up oil prices

Oil prices are rising, boosted by tensions in the Middle East and robust Chinese demand, while the euro is strengthening after the first round of French parliamentary elections.
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Egyptian companies forced to switch to hydrogen

Faced with a shortage of natural gas causing power cuts, Egyptian fertilizer companies are turning to hydrogen to maintain production.

Leviathan field: Israel authorizes additional gas exports

Israel approves the export of an additional 118 billion cubic meters of natural gas, aimed at strengthening its diplomatic relations and energy security. The Leviathan field partners are planning a $500 million investment to increase production capacity.

Oil volatility: the geopolitical spectrum and its implications

In the midst of geopolitical tension, oil markets remain cautious, affected by conflicts in the Middle East and Russian-Ukrainian relations.
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Zion Oil & Gas launches reactivation of the MJ-01 well in Israel

Zion Oil & Gas starts recompletion operations on its MJ-01 well in Israel, despite logistical challenges linked to the ongoing conflict.

Asian refiners want OPEC+ to maintain production cuts

Asian refiners want OPEC+ to maintain production cuts to ensure stable oil prices and refining margins

Middle East: renewables to overtake fossil fuels by 2040

The Middle East is embarking on a major energy transition, with renewable energies, mainly solar, set to surpass fossil fuels in electricity generation by 2040.
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Houthi missile damages oil tanker off Yemen

A Panamanian oil tanker was hit by a missile near Yemen, causing a fire and minor damage, according to maritime safety sources.

LNG market: rising volumes and prices despite global tensions

LNG futures trading on the Intercontinental Exchange rose sharply in April, boosted by growing geopolitical risks.

IAEA calls on Iran to step up nuclear cooperation

Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, urges Iran to rapidly deliver concrete results on nuclear transparency. Despite some positive discussions, tensions remain over Tehran's nuclear intentions.
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BP reports a sharp fall in first-quarter profits

BP reports a significant drop in first-quarter profits, attributed to lower hydrocarbon prices and lower margins.

IAEA urges Iran to adopt concrete nuclear measures

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi calls on Iran to take concrete steps to address international concerns about its nuclear program.