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Entech secures €14mn contract for agrivoltaic power plant in Mayenne

Entech wins its largest photovoltaic project with a €14mn contract to build and maintain a 30 MWp plant in Mayenne, scheduled for commissioning in 2027.

HRS signs new order with Element 2 for a mobile station in Scotland

French manufacturer HRS will supply Element 2 with a mobile HRX14 hydrogen station for Glasgow, marking its fourth installation in the UK and strengthening its position in the British market.

TotalEnergies secures four offshore oil exploration blocks in Liberia

TotalEnergies has signed four production sharing contracts for offshore blocks covering 12,700 km² off the coast of Liberia, marking a new step in the expansion of its activities in West Africa.
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Nationwide strike in France: EDF cuts nuclear output by 1.1 GW

A nationwide strike led to a targeted reduction in EDF’s nuclear production, affecting only the Flamanville 1 reactor, with no impact on hydropower output.

NaTran, RTE and Storengy pool hydrogen to ease the power system

A regional study in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes shows that pooling hydrogen infrastructure could generate up to 20% in savings and enhance the national electricity system’s flexibility.

ABO-Group records 17.7% growth despite declining profitability

ABO-Group’s revenue reached €53.7mn ($57.2mn) in H1 2025, supported by targeted acquisitions and strong performance in France and the Netherlands.
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Vinci secures €885mn contract for Rail Baltica railway electrification

French group Vinci, through its subsidiary Cobra IS, will electrify 870 kilometres of rail tracks across the Baltic States as part of the Rail Baltica project, in a deal worth €885mn ($944mn).

Framatome launches operations in India to support nuclear development

Framatome has opened a new site in Navi Mumbai, marking a strategic step in its expansion into the Indian nuclear market, as the country targets 100 GW of installed capacity by 2047.

Adnoc withdraws $18.7 billion bid to acquire Santos

The consortium led by Adnoc ends its acquisition plans for Santos, the Australian liquefied natural gas supplier, citing commercial and contractual factors that impacted the evaluation of its offer.
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Paris, Berlin and London give Iran ten days to avoid reinstated sanctions

European powers demand concrete steps from Tehran on nuclear issue or United Nations sanctions will be reinstated, as IAEA inspections remain blocked and tensions with Washington persist.

QatarEnergy and TotalEnergies launch final phase of major gas project in Iraq

QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies and Basra Oil Company begin construction of the final infrastructure components of Iraq’s integrated gas project, mobilising more than $13bn in investments to modernise the country’s energy supply.

Nexans installs record-breaking 2,150-metre deep power cable in Italy

French group Nexans has begun installing a high-voltage submarine cable between Sardinia and Sicily, reaching an unprecedented depth of 2,150 metres as part of a project led by Italian grid operator Terna.
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Stimulated geologic hydrogen: methods, costs, technology maturity and key risks

Several subsurface stimulation techniques aim to generate hydrogen in situ at low cost. Pilots are advancing, but heterogeneous Technology Readiness Levels (TRL), geological uncertainties, and monitoring requirements are slowing investment.

Egypt signs new deals to revive domestic gas production

Cairo has concluded three new exploration agreements with Apache, Dragon Oil and Perenco, for a total investment of over $121mn, as national gas output continues to decline.

ACWA Power secures 800MW in Morocco with technical support from Gotion High-Tech

ACWA Power secures the NOOR Midelt 2 and 3 solar-storage project in Morocco, outbidding European and Emirati competitors, with decisive backing from Gotion High-Tech’s storage technology.
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$5.6bn battery plant to be built in Morocco still reliant on coal power

Gotion High-Tech will build a 100 GWh battery gigafactory in Kénitra, while Morocco’s power mix remains largely fossil-fuel based.

Fifth sanctioned Russian LNG carrier docks at Beihai terminal in China

The Iris carrier, part of the Arctic LNG 2 project, docked at China’s Beihai terminal despite US and EU sanctions, signalling intensifying gas flows between Russia and China.

Turbo Energy secures 366MWh industrial battery contract in Spain

Turbo Energy has secured a 366MWh contract to equip ten industrial sites in Spain with energy storage systems and a smart management platform, valued at approximately $53mn.
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Canadian exports to China rise on back of expanded TMX pipeline

Canadian crude shipments from the Pacific Coast reached 13.7 million barrels in August, driven by a notable increase in deliveries to China and a drop in flows to the US Gulf Coast.

Russian Arctic LNG 2 deliveries to Asia to slow this winter

The accelerated arrival of Russian cargoes in China has lowered Asian spot LNG prices, but traffic is set to slow with the seasonal closure of the Northern Sea Route.

SANY R.E. signs 168 MW wind contract in Serbia to expand its presence in Europe

Chinese firm SANY Renewable Energy enters Serbia through a 168 MW wind deal aimed at powering the local grid from 2028.

Sinexcel equips 600MW site, a key milestone in China’s electrochemical storage sector

China’s 600MW/2400MWh project enters energisation phase following the installation of 240 battery containers, initiating initial maintenance of this ultra-high-voltage hybrid energy facility.

Wanhua Chemical and ElevenEs partner to secure LFP supply chain in Europe

Wanhua Chemical has signed a strategic agreement with Serbian manufacturer ElevenEs to establish a localised supply chain for LFP battery materials, reinforcing their technical and industrial cooperation in the European market.
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UK Unlocks £14 Billion for Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station

The British government officially commits £14.2 billion to develop two EPR nuclear reactors in eastern England, in strategic partnership with the French group EDF, with a final investment decision expected shortly.

China’s Coal Imports Fall by 18%, Affected by Low Domestic Prices

China's coal imports dropped 18% in May, driven by historically low domestic prices and significant growth in national production, shifting the country's energy market dynamics.

Brazil activates 27 rare earth projects to secure its supply chain

With 27 ongoing projects across seven states, Brazil seeks international funding to develop its rare earth reserves and reduce reliance on China.
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US ethane imports to China set to hit record after Trump-Xi call

Chinese ethylene producers are betting on a surge in US ethane arrivals in June as Beijing upholds tariff exemptions and bilateral talks resume.

Washington suspends shipments of nuclear equipment to China

The United States blocks export licenses for nuclear equipment to China, amplifying bilateral trade tensions already marked by strategic technology restrictions and possible retaliatory measures.

Stargate Hydrogen opens modular electrolyser factory in Estonia

Stargate Hydrogen launches 140 MW factory in Estonia with modular expansion model amid cautious hydrogen investment climate.
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Dutch Gas Hub TTF Confirms Its Global Status in 2024

With trading volumes five times higher than all other European markets combined, the Dutch gas hub TTF asserts itself in 2024 as a global benchmark, attracting traders, investors, and speculators far beyond Europe.

Eren and Acacia seal alliance for more than 500 MW of storage in France

The partnership targets the development, construction and operation of over 500 MW of battery energy storage systems in France, with 200 MW nearing the construction phase.

France targets 4.5 GW of decarbonised hydrogen despite limited public support

The Cour des comptes warns of the gap between France’s hydrogen ambitions and the reality of funding and available industrial capacity.
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Vallourec completes acquisition of Thermotite do Brasil from Mattr

French group Vallourec announces the integration of Thermotite do Brasil, enhancing its industrial capabilities in Brazil for offshore pipeline coating services.

Bernard Fontana Launches 30% Cost Reduction Plan at EDF

The new CEO of EDF, Bernard Fontana, aims to achieve €1 billion in operational cost savings for the French energy giant by 2030, prioritizing industrial contracts and the national nuclear sector.

Envision Energy and SUN Terra form strategic partnership in energy storage across Asia-Pacific

Envision Energy and SUN Terra join forces to build a full energy storage value chain in Southeast Asia, India and Australia, including local manufacturing and technology licensing.
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India’s coal-fired electricity generation drops 9.5% in May, steepest decline in five years

India’s unprecedented drop in power demand led to a sharp decline in coal-based generation in May, while renewable energy output reached a record high.

Vermilion Energy sells U.S. assets for $87.88mn and adjusts its forecasts

Vermilion Energy is exiting the U.S. market permanently by selling its assets for C$120mn ($87.88mn), refocusing its operations on Canada and Europe while reducing its debt and investment budget.

Renewable energies accounted for 33.9% of electricity consumption in France in 2024

In 2024, renewable energies covered 33.9% of electricity consumption in metropolitan France, driven by increased hydropower output and solar capacity expansion.
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The CRE unveils its strategic guidelines for 2030

The French Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) has announced its strategic guidelines for 2030, focusing on the energy transition, European competitiveness and consumer needs.

Provence Grand Large: full commissioning of France’s first floating offshore wind farm

France’s first floating wind farm, Provence Grand Large, located off the Gulf of Fos, has been commissioned with a 25 MW capacity, supplying the equivalent annual electricity consumption of 45,000 people.