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Norwegian producer Aker BP raises its oil potential forecast for the Omega Alfa well, part of the Yggdrasil project, with estimated resources reaching up to 134 million barrels of oil equivalent.
Vattenfall advances its nuclear project in Sweden by selecting two modular reactor suppliers, GE Vernova and Rolls-Royce SMR, for a potential installation on the Värö Peninsula.

Verra and S&P Global Launch New Infrastructure to Boost Carbon Credit Markets

Verra and S&P Global Commodity Insights join forces to build a next-generation registry aimed at strengthening carbon market integration and enhancing transaction transparency.
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Masdar has allocated the entirety of its 2023–2024 green bond issuances to solar, wind, and storage energy projects, while expanding its financial framework to include green hydrogen and batteries.
Energiekontor launches a €15 million corporate bond at 5.5% over eight years, intended to finance wind and solar projects in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Portugal.

Peabody cancels its $3.78 billion bid for Anglo’s coal mines

Peabody Energy abandons the acquisition of Anglo American’s Australian coal assets, triggering an arbitration process following the failure of a post-incident agreement at the Moranbah North mine.
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According to the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, the adoption of low-carbon ammonia in maritime transport faces economic, regulatory, and safety barriers, despite growing international pressure to reduce emissions from the global fleet.
Eni sells nearly half of Eni CCUS Holding to GIP, consolidating a structure dedicated to carbon capture and storage projects across Europe.

Equinix secures 20 Radiant microreactors and a nuclear deal in the Netherlands

Equinix signed a preorder for 20 Kaleidos nuclear microreactors and a letter of intent for a power purchase agreement with ULC-Energy, reinforcing its energy supply strategy for its data centers.
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Beijing opposes the possible return of European trio sanctions against Iran, as the nuclear deal deadline approaches and diplomatic tensions rise around Tehran.
Investors hold 28.9 million EUAs net long as of August 8, four-month record level. Prices stable around 71 euros despite divergent fundamentals.

The United Kingdom prepares major reform of nuclear regulation

An independent group calls for deep changes to speed up the approval of UK nuclear projects and cut costs linked to a system seen as too slow and complex.
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GeoPura has acquired key assets from Green Hydrogen Systems and opened a subsidiary in Denmark to support its expansion in hydrogen electrolyser production and maintenance.
Driven by rising demand for energy resilience, the global microgrid market is projected to grow by 15.6% annually between 2025 and 2032, according to SkyQuest Technology Consulting.

Vantage Drilling completes sale of Tungsten Explorer to joint venture with TotalEnergies

Vantage Drilling has sold the Tungsten Explorer drilling vessel to a joint venture with TotalEnergies, while retaining its operational management for a minimum period of ten years.
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The American manufacturer is seeking a licence from the UK energy regulator to distribute electricity in the United Kingdom, marking its first move into this sector outside Texas.
The US oil and gas producer increased production and cash flow, driven by the Maverick integration and a $2 billion strategic partnership with Carlyle.

Norway inaugurates Johan Castberg, driver of offshore activity and maintenance

The Johan Castberg oil field starts at full capacity, ensuring production and maintenance operations over several decades in the Barents Sea.
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A senior official from the UN agency begins technical discussions with Iran on Monday, the first meeting since June strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
The Canadian government adopts a new dynamic cap of $47.60 per barrel for Russian oil, aligning its position with that of the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Oil company Aker BP maintained stable production and strengthened its cash position in Q1 2025 while advancing key projects and new discoveries in the Norwegian Sea.
BP rises on the London Stock Exchange amid acquisition rumours by Shell, which may wait for a further drop in oil prices before taking action.

North Africa accelerates electric cable projects to Europe

Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco are investing in submarine interconnections to export their renewable electricity to European markets amid growing energy demand.
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Petrobras has awarded Subsea7 a large-scale contract for the development of the Búzios 11 field, located in the pre-salt Santos basin offshore Brazil.
Iran responded to threats of sanctions from the United States and France, denouncing what it sees as illegitimate political pressure and reaffirming its stance on the legality of its oil exports.

Chevron sees net profit drop 36% in Q1 2025

Chevron reports a sharp decline in quarterly results, impacted by weak refining margins, stable production and exceptional charges in the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Platts has released its first low-carbon marine methanol price assessments in Shanghai and Rotterdam, enhancing price visibility for maritime transport and the alternative methanol value chain.
Norway’s Equinor sells its majority stake in Brazil’s offshore Peregrino field to PRIO for $3.5 billion, shifting focus to Bacalhau and the Raia gas project.

Shell posts net profit of $4.8bn in Q1 2025 despite falling oil prices

Shell plc recorded a net profit of $4.8bn in the first quarter of 2025, down 35%, but above analyst expectations, supported by solid operational performance and a new share buyback programme.
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Ukraine will receive a €270 million loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, backed by a Norwegian grant, to secure gas imports over two winters.
Danish developer Ørsted has finalised the sale of 24.5% of its stake in the UK’s West of Duddon Sands wind farm to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat for GBP456.1mn ($571mn).

Nel ASA secures $6 million deal with Collins Aerospace for US Navy supply

Norwegian group Nel ASA will supply PEM electrolysers to Collins Aerospace under a contract supporting oxygen systems onboard US Navy submarines.
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Voltalia’s revenue rose by 2% in the first quarter of 2025, driven by third-party services, while energy production reached 1.1 terawatt-hours due to improved resources in Brazil.
Nel ASA announced that Statkraft has cancelled a 40 MW order for alkaline electrolysers, resulting in a NOK120mn ($11mn) reduction in the Norwegian manufacturer’s order backlog.

Peter Dutton commits $200bn to bypass nuclear ban in Australia

Australia’s opposition leader unveils a seven-reactor plan, challenging current energy policy days before federal elections and reviving a decades-old debate.
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Bp awards a contract valued between $150mn and $300mn to Subsea Integration Alliance to develop the offshore Ginger field under a new global framework agreement.
Equinor condemned the mid-April suspension of its offshore wind farm Empire Wind 1 near New York, a $2.5bn project halted by U.S. authorities, labelling the move illegal.

Iberdrola posts 27% drop in quarterly profit following exceptional asset sale

Spanish group Iberdrola saw its net profit fall in the first quarter despite a moderate revenue increase, impacted by an unfavourable base effect linked to the 2024 asset sale in Mexico.
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TotalEnergies saw its net profit fall to $3.9bn in the first quarter, impacted by lower oil prices, despite an increase in its hydrocarbon and electricity production.
Atlantic Petroleum signed a conditional agreement to reduce its debt by at least DKK90mn ($12.8mn), while posting a modest net profit of DKK1.4mn marks a return to financial balance.
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