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Faria Renewables acquiert deux parcs éoliens pour un total de 30,8 MW en Grèce

Faria Renewables a finalisé l’acquisition de deux projets éoliens d’une capacité cumulée de 30,8 MW, consolidant son portefeuille d’actifs en Grèce et poursuivant son expansion stratégique sur le marché national.

Project InnerSpace unveils GeoMap in the Middle East with 14,000 GW geothermal potential

The new GeoMap tool identifies vast geothermal potential in the Middle East, notably for urban cooling, long-duration storage, and large-scale power generation.

Russian crude exports hit 18-month high despite sanctions pressure

Russian seaborne crude shipments surged in September to their highest level since April 2024, despite G7 sanctions and repeated drone strikes on refinery infrastructure.
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Iraq resumes oil exports from Kurdistan after two-year suspension

Baghdad has restarted crude shipments from Kurdistan via the pipeline to Turkey, following a two-year halt linked to legal and contractual disputes involving international firms operating in the region.

Eight international oil companies reach deal to resume Kurdistan exports

Eight oil companies and Iraqi and Kurdish authorities have reached a preliminary deal to restart crude exports via the Iraq-Turkey pipeline, halted since March 2023.

EBRD injects $100mn into DenizBank’s green bond in Turkey

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development invests $100mn in a DenizBank green bond to expand sustainable financing access and support capital markets in Turkey.
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Russia shifts coal exports toward Asia, expert says

Facing Western restrictions, Russia plans to increase coal deliveries to China, India and Turkey, according to a recent presentation on the sector’s outlook.

Kazakhstan resumes crude exports via BTC after one-month technical halt

KazMunayGas has resumed oil shipments to Turkey through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline, following a stoppage due to a contamination issue resolved at the Aktau terminal.

Ukraine seeks $1bn to secure gas reserves ahead of winter

Despite gas stocks covering over 80% of winter needs, Kyiv must still import more to offset the impact of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.
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Greece and Libya resume talks on maritime delimitation

Athens and Tripoli engage in a negotiation process to define their exclusive economic zones in the Mediterranean, amid geopolitical tensions and underwater energy stakes.

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.

Chevron and HelleniQ Energy submit joint bid for four gas blocks off Crete

US-based Chevron has submitted a bid with HelleniQ Energy to explore four offshore blocks south of Crete, marking a new strategic step in gas exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean.
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European Union targets eight bottlenecks to secure its power grid

The European Commission launches a regulatory plan addressing eight major power grid blockages to reduce price disparities and strengthen energy security across the Union.

Imperial Petroleum invests in seven vessels despite a 22.8% drop in revenue

Imperial Petroleum expanded its fleet to 19 vessels in the second quarter of 2025, while reporting a decline in revenue due to lower rates in the maritime oil market.

Greek shipowners cut Russian crude links under new compliance rules

Greek shipping companies are gradually withdrawing from transporting Russian crude as the European Union tightens compliance conditions on price caps.
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Envision Energy signs exclusive agreement for 4.5 GW wind project in Turkey

The Chinese turbine manufacturer has signed a strategic agreement with Mensis Enerji to develop an initial 4.5 GW wind power portfolio in Turkey, strengthening its position in a fast-growing regional market.

Envision Energy enters Turkish market with 232 MW wind project

Envision Energy launches its first project in Turkey in partnership with Yildizlar Group, adding 232 MW to the national wind capacity in Karaman province.

ABO Energy cuts costs and accelerates wind project sales

ABO Energy maintains its annual targets despite a drop in half-year profit, relying on cost-cutting measures and early project sales to secure cash flow.
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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.

Rosatom prepares new nuclear projects in India and Turkey

Russian nuclear group Rosatom has confirmed advanced discussions with India and Turkey to launch new power plants, including advanced and floating reactor technologies.

Israel: Towards an Increase in Leviathan’s Storage Capacity

Following the border agreements validated with Lebanon, NewMed Energy is considering the construction of a new floating LNG terminal off the coast of Israel.

Release of two Greek oil tankers seized by Iran in May (Athens)

Two oil tankers flying the Greek flag, seized in May by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, have been released.

Israel and Washington accuse Iran of attacking oil tanker off Oman

A ship carrying a cargo of diesel fuel was hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman, without causing any casualties.
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TotalEnergies: a framework agreement with Israel on the gas field shared with Lebanon

TotalEnergies and the Italian hydrocarbon giant Eni have signed a framework agreement with Israel on the Qana gas field.

In Greece, FRV acquires a BESS project

In Greece, Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) announces the acquisition of a majority stake in a BESS project.

Santa Barbara: an innovative energy storage in Italy

In Santa Barbara, in the municipality of Cavriglia, Tuscany, Enel and Brenmiller inaugurate an energy storage system.
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After Israel, Lebanon wants to delimit its maritime border with Syria

Lebanon wants to delimit its maritime border with Syria, after having concluded a similar agreement with Israel.

Gas: Greece to launch offshore exploration this winter

Greece will launch seismic exploration in the sea in search of natural gas, announced the state-owned hydrocarbon management group.

Greece taxes windfall profits

In Greece, the energy minister says the country will impose additional taxes on energy companies.
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EBRD Supports Wind Power in Turkey

The EBRD, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, is providing up to $45 million in financing to Galata Wind Enerji.

Karish, Key to Israel’s Gas Exports to Europe

After intense negotiations with neighboring Lebanon, Israel activated the Karish offshore gas field this week.

Lebanon and Israel Sign Agreement Delineating Their Maritime Boundary

Lebanon and Israel, signed Thursday an agreement delimiting their maritime border after months of arduous negotiations.
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Israel: Start of Gas Production at the Karish Field

The energy group Energean announced on Wednesday that it has started production of natural gas from the offshore Karish field.

Israel will sign the border agreement with Lebanon

Israel to sign US-brokered maritime border agreement with Lebanon on Thursday

Israel: Supreme Court Rejects Appeals Against Maritime Agreement with Lebanon

The Israeli Supreme Court on Sunday rejected all appeals against the maritime border agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
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Nanotech Energy Signs Framework Agreement

Nanotech Energy announces a master purchase agreement with SmileEnergy in Athens to provide energy storage systems.

The Commission Assesses the Energy Crisis

The European Commission, in reports underlines the impact of gas supply cuts in the second quarter of 2022.

Norway in tension with Russia

At the beginning of October, drones were flying over Norwegian and Danish installations. Attempt of intimidation, espionage, the Norwegian authorities took this incident seriously because we learn that the Norwegian police has just arrested a Russian national on its territory.
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Cyprus: launch of the electricity connection project with the EU

Cyprus inaugurated on Friday a project funded by the European Union (EU) for the construction of a submarine power cable linking the eastern Mediterranean island with Greece.

Agreement on the Maritime Boundary between Lebanon and Israel: What do we know?

Lebanon and Israel announced that they have reached a "historic" agreement to settle their maritime border dispute.