Thailand

Jabil and Inno will co-develop a 15,000 sqm plant in Rayong, Thailand, to manufacture metal enclosures for battery energy storage systems, aiming to enhance vertical integration and secure supply chains.
The delivery of nuclear fuel by Russian subsidiary TVEL to the Da Lat research reactor marks a key step in strengthening the nuclear commercial partnership between Moscow and Hanoi.

Jinhong Gas invests in Spain with a strategic cryogenic unit

Chinese group Jinhong Gas finalises a new industrial investment in Spain, marking its first European establishment and strengthening its global strategy in the industrial gas sector.
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Mitsubishi Power will supply equipment to convert an oil-fired thermal power plant to natural gas in southern Vietnam.
Boviet Solar strengthens its industrial presence in the United States with a major investment in a new 3 GW photovoltaic cell plant in Greenville, consolidating its North American expansion strategy.

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.
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The Thai group targets energy distributors and developers in the Philippines, as the national grid plans PHP900bn ($15.8bn) in investments for new transformer capacity.
Thailand’s pending approval of transmission fees is holding back progress on an energy project linking Laos to Singapore via Malaysia, amid political uncertainty.

Kinshasa and Vingroup sign agreement for major urban and energy project

The government of Kinshasa has signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnam's Vingroup to develop a 6,300-hectare urban project and modernise mobility through an electric transport network.
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Gushine Electronics has opened a lithium battery plant in Vietnam, with an estimated annual production value of $100 mn, marking a new phase in the international deployment of its industrial capacities.
Platts' physical pricing platform records its second-highest LNG trading volume, with nearly 1.5 million tonnes exchanged despite regional demand slowdown.

Huawei bets on grid-forming technology to consolidate ASEAN energy market

In Kuala Lumpur, Huawei Digital Power unveiled its grid-forming technologies, positioned as a strategic lever to strengthen power interconnections and accelerate energy market development across ASEAN.
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Austrian battery optimisation specialist enspired enters Japan in partnership with Banpu NEXT, backed by a Series B extension to over €40mn.
A report estimates $2.3 billion in avoidable economic losses by 2040 if Southeast Asia strengthens its electricity infrastructure through smart grids.

Vietnam proposes tax refunds to boost domestic bioethanol production

Hanoi is preparing a tax relief plan for biofuel producers to support domestic ethanol output ahead of the E10 mandate rollout planned for 2026.
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Faced with risks to Middle Eastern supply chains, Thai and Japanese refiners are turning to US crude, backed by tariff incentives and strategies aligned with ongoing bilateral trade discussions.
The ASEAN Power Grid enters a strategic phase with renewed support from regional and international institutions to structure electricity trade among member states and secure the necessary investments.

Thailand can save $1.8 billion by boosting solar and battery capacity

An alternative energy scenario proposes increasing solar and storage capacity by 2037 to reduce fossil fuel dependence and cut electricity generation costs in Thailand.
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Southeast Asia, facing rapid electricity consumption growth, could tap up to 20 terawatts of solar and wind potential to strengthen energy security.
Facing energy security challenges, several Southeast Asian countries are turning to nuclear and could invest up to $208bn to reach 25 GW of capacity, favouring small modular reactors.
Despite record investment in clean energy in 2023, significant challenges remain in meeting the target of tripling renewable capacity by 2030, according to EY's latest RECAI report.
By 2023, the offshore wind industry had expanded significantly, laying the foundations for a decade of rapid growth thanks to key policy developments and strengthened collaborations.

Petrofac rebounds on the London Stock Exchange despite widening annual loss

British oil and energy services group Petrofac has seen a spectacular jump in its share price after its suspension from listing was lifted, despite a heavier annual net loss.
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China dominates renewable capacity additions in Asia, but other countries need to step up their efforts to meet 2030 climate targets.
Hydrogène de France (HDF Energy) inaugurates a pioneering plant in Blanquefort, aiming to mass-produce high-power fuel cells by 2026.

Asian refiners want OPEC+ to maintain production cuts

Asian refiners want OPEC+ to maintain production cuts to ensure stable oil prices and refining margins
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Saudi Aramco's cancellation of its oil production capacity expansion is impacting rig rental rates in the region.
Kuwait inaugurates the Al-Zor refinery, increasing its refining capacity to 1.8 million barrels per day.

Global LNG markets face a precarious balance

Global LNG markets could find themselves in a delicate balance due to a potential slowdown in US projects and growing demand in Asia.
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Russia could develop a "dark LNG fleet" to transport natural gas in the face of Western sanctions, according to Flex LNG.
CIP has completed construction of the Changfang-Xidao offshore wind project in Taiwan, increasing the country's offshore wind capacity by 25% and reinforcing its energy transition objectives.

Increased renegotiation of LNG contracts in Asia

Asian LNG importers are keen to negotiate lower oil-linked prices for long-term contracts in the face of an increasingly buyer-oriented market.
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Angola, having withdrawn from OPEC, is raising renewed hopes in Asia thanks to its increased oil production, offering greater flexibility in regional supply.
Faced with a critical energy deficit, Burma blames the opposition and the climate for the crisis, exacerbating national tension.

Tensions in the Middle East: Stable oil supplies in Asia

Asian refiners are assessing the impact of tensions in the Middle East on freight and marine insurance costs, without fearing for the security of crude oil supplies.
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Thai LNG demand climbs in Q1 2024, doubling tenders year-on-year due to warmer, drier weather.
Washington is targeting the Iranian network to curb the financing of regional activities via the trade in energy products.

EDP launches Europe’s largest solar power plant in Portugal

EDP Renewables commissions the Cerca photovoltaic plant, marking a significant step forward in Portugal's energy transition with 202 MWp of capacity.
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Despite recent OPEC+ production cuts, Middle Eastern suppliers continue to ensure a stable supply of crude oil to their Asian customers, preserving long-standing commercial relationships.
Vietnam is moving away from coal by 2030, with a planned 50% reduction in its current share of the energy mix, while emphasizing solar power and setting a target of 50% of homes or offices powered by this source by 2030.