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Subsea7 secures strategic contract with LLOG for Buckskin South in the United States

Subsea7 has secured a subsea installation contract from LLOG for the Buckskin South project, scheduled for execution between 2026 and 2027, strengthening its position in the Gulf of Mexico and boosting its order book visibility.

US oil blockade on Venezuela disrupts maritime shipments

Interceptions of ships linked to Venezuelan oil are increasing, pushing shipowners to suspend operations as PDVSA struggles to recover from a cyberattack that disrupted its logistical systems.

Washington suspends five offshore wind projects on East Coast over security concerns

The Trump administration has ordered the immediate halt of five major offshore wind construction sites in the Atlantic, citing national security threats and drawing mixed reactions from industry and political circles.
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Global wind industry suffers historic downturn in 2025 despite Chinese resilience

Policy reversals, reduced performance and corporate disengagement marked an unprecedented slowdown in wind power in 2025, although China continued its expansion at a steady pace.

Harbour Energy acquires LLOG Exploration for $3.2bn to boost reserves

Harbour Energy acquires US offshore operator LLOG for $3.2bn, adding 271 million barrels in reserves and establishing a fifth operational hub in the Gulf of Mexico.

European Energy triples electrolysis capacity at Måde with new 8.1 MW equipment

European Energy increases the capacity of its Måde Power-to-X site to 8.1 MW, with a new electrolyser in service and ongoing tests for commercial production in 2026.
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Iraq demands foreign companies in Kurdistan hand over their crude oil

Baghdad states that all international companies operating in Kurdistan’s oil fields must transfer their production to state marketer SOMO, under the agreement signed with Erbil in September.

China boosts global battery market after key power market reform

China's electricity market overhaul improves the profitability of energy storage, supporting a rapid increase in battery exports as global demand rises with data centres and power grids.

T1 Energy signs 900MW solar supply deal with Treaty Oak in the United States

T1 Energy will supply Treaty Oak with 900MW of solar modules over three years, leveraging domestically produced cells from Austin to meet increasing regulatory requirements.
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Aegis and Seetel submit 90 MWh storage project to Ontario’s LT2 programme

Aegis Critical Energy Defence Corp. and Seetel New Energy have created Cordelia BESS to respond to Ontario’s LT2 call for proposals, aimed at strengthening energy capacity through battery storage.

Baker Hughes to supply six LM9000 turbines for Commonwealth LNG terminal

Baker Hughes will deliver six gas refrigeration trains for Commonwealth LNG’s 9.5 mtpa export project in Louisiana, under a contract with Technip Energies.

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.
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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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

Renewable America completes 9.4 MW solar and storage portfolio in California

The Foster Clean Power project in Humboldt County combines 9.4 MW of solar capacity and 10 MWh of battery storage under a power purchase agreement with Redwood Coast Energy Authority.

Mazama Energy reaches 331 °C with its geothermal reactor and targets large-scale production

Mazama Energy has completed the creation of the world’s hottest Enhanced Geothermal System, paving the way for low-cost, high-density baseload power aimed at data centres and heavy industry.

Argentina appeals $16.1bn judgment linked to YPF nationalisation

Argentina seeks to overturn a U.S. court ruling ordering it to pay $16.1bn to two YPF shareholders after the 2012 partial expropriation of the oil group.
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OMV posts €1.26bn operating profit in Q3 despite falling revenues

Austrian energy group OMV reported a 20% increase in operating profit in Q3 2025, driven by strong performance in fuels and petrochemicals, despite a decline in total revenue.

Washington temporarily authorises operations linked to Rosneft’s German assets

The United States has issued a general license allowing transactions with two German subsidiaries of Rosneft, giving Berlin until April 2026 to resolve their ownership status.

Jameson Land in Greenland identified with 13 billion barrels of potential oil

An independent report estimates 13.03 billion barrels of potential oil resources in Greenland’s Jameson Land Basin, placing the site among the largest undeveloped fields globally.
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Global X launches natural gas ETF to capture US export growth

US-based asset manager Global X has unveiled a new index fund focused on the natural gas value chain, capitalising on the growing momentum of liquified natural gas exports.

Equinor posts adjusted operating income of USD 6.21bn in Q3 2025

Equinor reported 7% production growth and strong cash flow, despite lower hydrocarbon prices weighing on net results in the third quarter of 2025.

Hitachi to expand US capacity to support nuclear revival and AI demand

Hitachi joins Washington and Tokyo in strategic projects to modernise the US grid and back artificial intelligence expansion through nuclear and electrification investments.
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Stardust Solar reaches operating breakeven with record revenue of $1.78M

Stardust Solar reports its first-ever positive EBITDA, driven by a 99% jump in quarterly revenue and a record inflow of signed contracts.

Bill Gates calls for climate priorities to refocus on human welfare

Bill Gates urges governments and investors to prioritise adaptation to warming effects, advocating for increased funding in health and development across vulnerable countries.

Citizen Energy launches $20mn drilling fund targeting the Anadarko Basin

Citizen Energy Ventures enters the private placement market with a $20mn fund to develop eight wells in the Cherokee Formation of Oklahoma’s historic Anadarko Basin.
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Houston American Energy begins construction of alternative fuels complex in Texas

Houston American Energy launches the first phase of its industrial project in Cedar Port, focused on converting waste into renewable fuels through an innovation centre and research hub.

Amplify Energy sells Texas assets for $127.5mn to reduce debt

US producer Amplify Energy has announced the full sale of its East Texas interests for a total of $127.5mn, aiming to simplify its portfolio and strengthen its financial structure.

NANO Nuclear launches True North Nuclear to strengthen its investments in Canada

NANO Nuclear restructures its Canadian operations under the name True North Nuclear to accelerate regulatory and industrial development of its KRONOS MMR™ microreactor.
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US crude oil imports fall to lowest level since 2021

US crude stocks dropped by 6.9 million barrels, defying forecasts, amid a sharp decline in imports and a weekly statistical adjustment by the Energy Information Administration.

Maple Creek accelerates 640 MW gas project with GE Vernova turbine

Maple Creek Energy has secured the purchase of a GE Vernova 7HA.03 turbine for its gas-fired power plant project in Indiana, shortening construction timelines with commercial operation targeted for 2029.

Talen Energy completes $2.69bn bond financing for two gas-fired power plants

Talen Energy has finalised a $2.69bn bond financing to support the purchase of two natural gas-fired power plants with a combined capacity of nearly 2,900 MW.
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Cameco and Brookfield sign $80bn nuclear partnership with Washington

Cameco and Brookfield have signed a strategic agreement with the US government to build new Westinghouse reactors, a project valued at a minimum of $80bn, including an unprecedented public participation mechanism.

Excelerate Energy to build Iraq’s first floating LNG terminal in $450 mn deal

Excelerate Energy has signed a definitive agreement with Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity to develop a floating liquefied natural gas import terminal at Khor Al Zubair, with a projected investment of $450 mn.