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Phillips 66 acquires Cenovus Energy’s remaining 50% in WRB Refining, strengthening its US market position with two major sites totalling 495,000 barrels per day.
Berlin questions the ban on sales of combustion cars from 2035, as German automakers warn of economic and industrial risks for the country.

Union strike threatens fuel deliveries from Dangote refinery

Nigeria’s two main oil unions have halted loadings at the Dangote refinery, contesting the rollout of a private logistics fleet that could reshape the sector’s balance.
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GE Vernova will cut 600 jobs in Europe, with the Belfort gas turbine site in France particularly affected, amid financial growth and strategic reorganisation.
The steel dome of the CAP1000 Haiyang 4 reactor has been positioned, a major construction milestone paving the way for upcoming maintenance and technical installation phases.

BW Energy raises $365mn for Maromba FPSO and secures drilling rig

BW Energy has finalised a $365mn financing for the conversion of the Maromba FPSO offshore Brazil and signed a short-term lease for a drilling rig with Minsheng Financial Leasing.
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Vantage Drilling has finalised a major commercial agreement for the deployment of the Platinum Explorer, with a 260-day offshore mission starting in Q1 2026.
Over 500 hydrogen projects are now under construction or operational worldwide, with total committed investments reaching USD110 billion, representing an increase of USD35 billion in one year.

Permex signs agreement for potential $25mn funding with Chisos

Permex Petroleum has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Chisos Ltd. for potential funding of up to $25mn to develop its oil assets in the Permian Basin.
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Platform Anza surpassed its 2024 volume in just eight months, responding to developers’ urgency to secure projects ahead of regulatory and fiscal changes expected in 2026.
Eos Energy rolls out DawnOS, a U.S.-developed control software platform designed to maximise performance and security across Eos Z3 storage systems.

AGCO signs 10-year deal with BRUC for solar supply in Europe

US-based AGCO has signed a ten-year virtual power purchase agreement with BRUC, covering a 100 MW solar project in Spain, to secure part of its European energy consumption.
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Monkey Island LNG has awarded McDermott the design of a gas terminal with a potential capacity of 26 MTPA, using a modular format to increase on-site output density and reduce execution risks.
SOLV Energy expands its nationwide services in the United States with the acquisitions of Spartan Infrastructure and SDI Services, consolidating its presence across all independent power markets.

Altalto secures public funding for its UK waste-to-aviation fuel project

Altalto (Immingham) Limited receives backing from the UK government to integrate NEXTCHEM technologies into its sustainable aviation fuel project derived from municipal waste.
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The two countries agreed to develop infrastructure dedicated to liquefied natural gas to strengthen Europe's energy security and boost transatlantic trade.
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.

Iran seeks to revive oil production amid threat of renewed sanctions

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls for modernising the oil industry and expanding export markets as Tehran faces the possible reactivation of 2015 nuclear deal sanctions.
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The International Atomic Energy Agency warns that little time remains to reach an agreement with Iran on fully resuming inspections, as European sanctions could be reimposed within 30 days.
Slovenia’s JEK2 project moves forward with two nuclear technologies judged technically compatible, estimated between EUR9.31bn ($10.1bn) and EUR15.37bn ($16.66bn).
The Trump administration authorizes Chevron to maintain limited stakes in Venezuela while prohibiting oil production and export, marking a decisive shift for the oil sector amid geopolitical tensions with Maduro’s government.
Three trade trajectories projected by Wood Mackenzie show how tariff tensions could shift demand, prices and investment in the global energy sector.

Baghdad Challenges Kurdistan’s Gas Contracts with American Companies

The Iraqi federal government initiates legal proceedings against the autonomous region of Kurdistan regarding gas contracts signed with American companies, while Washington reaffirms its support for these strategic energy agreements.
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Chinese group LONGi has signed a 102MW supply contract for Hi-MO X10 back contact solar modules with a Finnish energy company, marking a step in its Northern European expansion.
South Africa aims to revive the exploitation of its shale gas reserves by seeking technological and commercial support from the United States, proposing a major purchasing agreement for American liquefied natural gas.

Sungrow installs 60MWh battery in Finland near the Arctic Circle

Chinese provider Sungrow has completed a 60MWh energy storage installation in Simo, less than 100 kilometres from the Arctic Circle, marking a strategic step for the stability of Finland’s power grid.
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Fusion Fuel Green has signed a preliminary agreement to acquire a private UK-based fuel distribution company generating $58mn in revenue, through a £50mn debt-equity structured transaction.
Several Chinese companies have signed long-term contracts to purchase liquefied natural gas indexed to the U.S. Henry Hub, despite heightened trade tensions and the recent application of specific tariffs on American hydrocarbons.

Jereh deploys AI-powered fracturing platform in Sichuan

Jereh integrates artificial intelligence solutions into its oil operations, increasing fracturing efficiency by 36% through an autonomous electric system tested in the Sichuan Basin.
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The Australian government has authorized an extension of the major North West Shelf gas project until 2070, sparking economic, cultural, and environmental debates both domestically and on international liquefied natural gas markets.
ExxonMobil plans to sell its 82.89% stake in Esso S.A.F. to North Atlantic France, valuing shares based on €1.49bn cash holdings and a price subject to several adjustments.

Indonesia Energy aims to strengthen its upstream oil presence in Indonesia

Indonesia Energy announces a ramp-up in its oil assets with a 60% increase in proven reserves and confirms a strategic shift toward gradual energy diversification.
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AMPYR Energy USA has completed the acquisition of two large-scale solar projects in the Carolinas, bringing its U.S. portfolio to over 4 GW.
South Africa has proposed a liquefied natural gas import agreement with the United States to strengthen bilateral trade and establish a long-term business partnership.

The Libra consortium launches production at Mero-4 with a China-integrated FPSO

Production at the Mero-4 field began on May 24 using a 180,000 barrels/day FPSO, the result of international cooperation among six partners operating offshore Brazil.
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A Rocky Mountain Institute report reveals India’s energy ambition, with electricity demand potentially tripling by 2050, backed by an industrial policy focused on renewable energy.
Facing growing energy demands, Indonesia has announced an ambitious nuclear program targeting 10 GW capacity by 2040, attracting interest from global industry giants to support this strategic shift towards a low-carbon economy.

Washington approves launch of uranium and vanadium mine in Utah

The U.S. Department of the Interior has approved the Velvet-Wood site, the first mining project to benefit from an expedited environmental procedure aimed at strengthening national mineral security.
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Enel Green Power North America will increase its consolidated renewable capacity in the US through a wind asset swap agreement with Gulf Pacific Power, for a net consideration of $50mn.
Clean Energy Technologies announces a non-binding agreement with a European renewable energy developer, supported by a $4.4mn capital raise for a transaction estimated at $85mn.