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Russia increases oil exports from western ports by 11% in September
Russia plans to ship 2.1 million barrels per day from its western ports in September, revising exports upward amid lower domestic demand following drone attacks on key refineries.
OPEC+ approves 137,000 barrels/day increase starting in October
OPEC+ begins a new phase of gradual production increases, starting to lift 1.65 million barrels/day of voluntary cuts after the early conclusion of a 2.2 million barrels/day phaseout.

Two sanctioned Russian LNG carriers deliver to China despite restrictions

The Voskhod and Zarya vessels, targeted by Western sanctions, departed China’s Beihai terminal after potentially offloading liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project.
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OPEC+ prepares for decisive debate on quotas amid surplus risk
Eight OPEC+ members will meet to adjust their quotas as forecasts point to a global surplus of 3 million barrels per day by year-end.
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.

Zelensky urges Slovakia to stop buying Russian oil via Druzhba pipeline

The Ukrainian president demanded that Slovakia end its imports of Russian crude, offering an alternative supply solution amid ongoing war and growing diplomatic tensions over the Druzhba pipeline.
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Transneft strategic site targeted in Russia strike
A key station on the Stalnoy Kon pipeline, essential for transporting petroleum products between Belarus and Russia, was targeted in a drone strike carried out by Ukrainian forces in Bryansk Oblast.
Oil flow via Druzhba to Germany restored after drone strike
Rosneft Germany announces the resumption of oil deliveries to the PCK refinery, following repairs to the Druzhba pipeline hit by a drone strike in Russia that disrupted Kazakh supply.

Russia targets 30 million tons of coal transported via Pacific Railway by 2026

The new Russian railway line linking the Elga mine to the Sea of Okhotsk port will reach full capacity in 2026, after an operational testing phase scheduled for 2025.
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Indian imports of Russian oil rise 15% in first half of 2025
India increased its purchases of Russian oil and petroleum products by 15% over six months, despite new US trade sanctions targeting these transactions.
Gazprom and CNPC seal binding agreement for the Power of Siberia 2 project
Gazprom and China National Petroleum Corporation have signed a binding memorandum to build the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, set to deliver 50 bcm of Russian gas per year to China via Mongolia.

T Plus to maintain electricity production at 57.6 TWh in 2025

Russian group T Plus plans to stabilise its electricity output at 57.6 TWh in 2025, despite a decline recorded in the first half of the year, according to Chief Executive Officer Pavel Snikkars.
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Indonesia and Eurasian Economic Union to sign free trade deal by end of 2025
Indonesia will finalise a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union by year-end, paving the way for expanded energy projects with Russia, including refining and natural gas.
Putin asks Slovakia to block energy flows to Ukraine
During a meeting in Beijing, Vladimir Putin called on Slovakia to suspend its energy deliveries to Ukraine, citing Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure as justification.

Moscow and Bratislava discuss the Ukrainian conflict and energy cooperation

Vladimir Putin and Robert Fico met in China to address the war in Ukraine, regional security and energy relations between Russia and Slovakia.
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Aramco and SOMO suspend crude supplies to India’s Nayara Energy
Saudi and Iraqi exporters halted supplies to Nayara Energy, forcing the Rosneft-controlled Indian refiner to rely solely on Russian crude in August.
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.

Hungary launches pipeline with Serbia despite regional supply tensions

Budapest plans to complete a new oil link with Belgrade by 2027, despite risks of dependency on Russian flows amid ongoing strikes on infrastructure.
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Hungary receives over 5 bn m³ of Russian gas via TurkStream in 2024
Hungary has imported over 5 billion cubic metres of Russian natural gas since January via TurkStream, under its long-term agreements with Gazprom, thereby supporting its national energy infrastructure.
Fico to meet Putin in China before hosting Zelensky in Slovakia
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico plans to meet Vladimir Putin in Beijing before receiving Volodymyr Zelensky in Bratislava, marking a diplomatic shift in his relations with Moscow and Kyiv.
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Orazul Energy launches cash tender offer for its 2027 notes
Iraq in talks with ExxonMobil for refining capacities in Asia
Greek shipowners cut Russian crude links under new compliance rules
Westinghouse and EDF reactors deemed viable for Slovenia’s JEK2 nuclear project
Envision Energy signs exclusive agreement for 4.5 GW wind project in Turkey
Investigation opened into Orlen’s alleged links with Hezbollah
The Polish National Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the Orlen oil group, following allegations of an executive's links with Hezbollah and massive financial losses.
enquête liens Orlen Hezbollah
Drone attack on Ryazan refinery in Russia
The Ryazan refinery, managed by Rosneft in Russia, was attacked by a Ukrainian drone, resulting in significant casualties and damage.
Attaque Ukraine raffinerie de Ryazan

EDF and South Korea’s KHNP compete in Czech nuclear tender

EDF and KHNP are vying to build four nuclear units in the Czech Republic, reveals CEZ.
EDF appel d'offre nucléaire République tchèque
QatarEnergy launches giant LNG tanker project in collaboration with China
QatarEnergy is investing six billion dollars in a project to build 18 giant LNG carriers, marking a record in the shipbuilding industry.
QatarEnergy et la Chine s'engagent dans le projet de construction de 18 méthaniers géants pour renforcer la distribution mondiale de GNL.
TotalEnergies CEO defends his vision of the energy of the future at the French Senate
Patrick Pouyanné of TotalEnergies defends energy mix at key Senate hearing on climate commitments.
Stratégie énergétique TotalEnergies 2024

Baker Hughes sees growing opportunities for the oil market

Baker Hughes CEO Lorenzo Simonelli presented a balanced view of the global oil market on the first-quarter earnings call, noting rising international activity offset by a slowdown in North America and the US gas basins.
Opportunités marché mondial pétrole
Strikes on power plants in Ukraine, Russian refineries targeted
Ukraine is suffering the consequences of an intensive Russian missile offensive on its energy infrastructure, causing extensive damage to several thermal power plants and leading to power cuts. In retaliation, Ukraine attacked refineries in Russia with drones.
Attaque centrales électrique Ukraine
SMR: EU authorizes 300 million euros in aid to Nuward
The European Commission has given the go-ahead for a 300 million euro subsidy to Nuward, an EDF subsidiary, for the development of SMRs aimed at strengthening the European Union's decarbonization and energy autonomy.
UE autorise aide SMR Nuward

Global nuclear expansion to 2050

Nuclear power is gaining ground, prioritized as a key solution to climate change at the COP in December 2023. A major challenge lies ahead for 2050, despite the geopolitical challenges.
Triplement Capacité Nucléaire 2050
USA extends use of E15 to counter oil shocks
Faced with global conflicts and OPEC+ production cuts, the EPA is authorizing E15 this summer to stabilize fuel prices.
carburant E15 USA
Senegal: Risky renegotiation of hydrocarbon contracts
Senegal's new government plans to renegotiate hydrocarbon contracts to better serve its population, a risky gamble.
Sénégal contrats hydrocarbures

Tensions in the Middle East: Impact on ocean freight costs

Israel's recent missile attack on Iran is likely to significantly increase costs for sea freight, insurance and crew salaries, even if loading operations continue for the time being.
Impact tensions Israël-Iran fret
Ukrainian attack hits Russian energy infrastructure
Ukraine has recently stepped up its attacks on Russian territory. Ukrainian drones specifically targeted critical energy infrastructure in eight regions, impacting a fuel depot and three power substations.
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Ukraine: companies urged to limit energy consumption
Ukraine's energy crisis is worsening following repeated attacks on its power infrastructure. The Ukrainian Ministry of Energy and the operator DTEK are calling for moderate electricity consumption.
Crise énergétique Ukraine

Energoatom and Holtec International strengthen nuclear partnership

Ukraine consolidates its energy security by intensifying its collaboration with Holtec International for the deployment of modular reactors and spent fuel management.
Accord Energoatom Holtec International
Russia: Arc7 liquefied natural gas tankers face international sanctions
The construction of six Arc7 LNG carriers, planned for the Russian Arctic LNG 2 project, is causing divisions due to international sanctions.
méthaniers Arc7 Russie
Russian oil exports plummet in face of drone attacks
Exports of Russian oil products plummeted, impacted by Ukrainian drone attacks and flooding, reaching a post-pandemic low.
Chute exportations pétrole russe

Outlook for EU gas stocks in summer 2024

According to ENTSOG, the EU could achieve a gas inventory fill rate of 90-100% this summer, despite potential challenges related to LNG supply.
Stocks de gaz UE été 2024
Netherlands: definitive closure of the Groningen gas field
The Dutch Senate confirms the closure of the Groningen field, marking the end of an era marked by earthquakes and controversy.
Fermeture gisement Groningue
US-Iraq agreements to reduce gas flaring
The United States is working with Iraq to reduce the polluting practice of gas flaring, with the aim of improving Iraq's energy self-sufficiency.
Accord USA Irak torchage gaz
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