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SOMO is negotiating with ExxonMobil to secure storage and refining access in Singapore, aiming to strengthen Iraq’s position in expanding Asian markets.
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.

Indonesia secures supply of 10 LNG cargoes for September

The Indonesian government confirmed the delivery of nine to ten liquefied natural gas cargoes for domestic demand in September, without affecting long-term export commitments.
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The 600 MW onshore wind farm in Laos achieves commercial operation four months early, injecting power into Vietnam via a 500 kV interconnection and consolidating an international financing package of $950mn.
An Indonesian ministerial delegation visited China to explore waste-to-energy solutions, as the country moves forward with a $200mn project in Makassar.

Bp awards Baker Hughes a 90-month contract for Tangguh LNG in Indonesia

Bp has awarded Baker Hughes a long-term service agreement for the Tangguh liquefied natural gas plant, covering spare parts, maintenance and technical support for its turbomachinery equipment.
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CNOOC Limited has signed two production sharing contracts with SKK Migas to explore the Gaea and Gaea II blocks in West Papua, alongside EnQuest and Agra.
ISDN Holdings strengthens its position in Indonesia by acquiring a majority stake in PT Funda, integrating hydropower capabilities across the entire project lifecycle and consolidating its renewable energy investments.

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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Indonesia Energy Corporation signs a memorandum of understanding with Aguila Energia to identify oil and gas assets in Brazil, marking a first incursion outside its domestic market.
Gunvor commits to 0.85 million tonnes per year of liquefied natural gas from AMIGO LNG, marking a strategic step forward for Asian and Latin American supply via the Guaymas terminal.

Low-carbon ammonia faces technical and financial challenges in shipping

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.
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Karpowership and Seatrium formalize a strategic partnership to convert floating LNG units, strengthening their joint offering in emerging mobile electricity markets.
Weakened by the exclusion of its solar panels from the U.S. market, Maxeon reports a sharp revenue decline and adjusts its financial structure under market pressure.

Vanda RE negotiates power purchase contracts in Singapore for Indonesian solar project

Vanda RE is in talks with potential buyers in Singapore for electricity from a $3 billion solar and storage project in Indonesia’s Riau Islands.
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ACEN strengthens its international strategy with over 2,100 MWdc of attributable renewable capacity in India, marking a major step in its expansion beyond the Philippines.
Airbus Singapore and Bogor Agricultural University in Indonesia are developing aviation fuel from biomass, aiming for an annual capacity of 100 million tonnes.

US Investigates Solar Imports from India, Indonesia and Laos

Washington launches antidumping procedures against three Asian countries. Margins up to 190% identified. Final decisions expected April 2026 with major supply chain impacts.
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Taihan strengthens its presence in Singapore with a fifth consecutive contract for a 400 kV underground network, as part of a power interconnection project with Indonesia.
AMIGO LNG has awarded COMSA Marine the engineering and construction contract for its marine facilities in Guaymas, as part of its 7.8 MTPA liquefied natural gas export terminal.
ExxonMobil has been named the most admired upstream exploration company in Wood Mackenzie’s latest annual survey, recognised for its performance in Guyana and its ability to open new resource frontiers.
Asian developer Gurīn Energy selected Saft to supply a battery storage system exceeding 1 GWh in Fukushima, marking a new stage in Japan’s energy storage deployment.

Shell plans additional 12 million tonnes of LNG capacity by 2030

Shell is expanding its global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) capacities, primarily targeting markets in Asia and North America, to meet rising demand anticipated by the end of the decade.
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Vietnam initiates a pilot carbon market targeting steel, cement, and thermal energy industries to prepare for nationwide regulation starting in 2029.
China's coal imports dropped 18% in May, driven by historically low domestic prices and significant growth in national production, shifting the country's energy market dynamics.

Envision Energy and SUN Terra form strategic partnership in energy storage across Asia-Pacific

Envision Energy and SUN Terra join forces to build a full energy storage value chain in Southeast Asia, India and Australia, including local manufacturing and technology licensing.
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In 2024, Italian energy giant Eni paid approximately €8.4 billion to various global governments. These payments, primarily concentrated in Africa and Asia, reflect its commitments in the international energy sector.
Tokyo Electric Power Company signed a financing agreement with Bank SinoPac to support a 40 MW rooftop solar project in Singapore, marking a first for the group in the Asia-Pacific region.

DR Congo replaces cobalt export ban with quota system

The Democratic Republic of Congo is set to replace its temporary ban on cobalt hydroxide exports with quotas, aiming to balance global demand, secure revenue, and stabilize market fluctuations.
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Project InnerSpace and Indonesia's IESR join forces to accelerate national geothermal development, estimated at 3,000 GW, with a strategic report expected in the autumn.
HDF Energy signed two protocols with Indonesian public partners to support the financing and deployment of 23 green hydrogen power plants during Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Jakarta.

Up to 30% of ASEAN data centres could be powered without batteries by 2030

A report by Ember shows ASEAN could supply nearly one-third of its data centres with wind and solar power by 2030 without storage, provided appropriate public policies are implemented.
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Singa Renewables receives Singaporean approval to import Indonesian solar electricity, marking a strategic step forward in a regional project led by TotalEnergies and RGE.
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners sells a minority stake in its 1 GW project to ACEN to accelerate its development ahead of upcoming energy auctions planned by the Philippine government.

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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SK Innovation, through its subsidiary SK Earthon, is accelerating investments in offshore oil exploration projects in Southeast Asia, enhancing South Korea's energy security through a regional strategy focused on operational efficiency.
Ember anticipates that a third of ASEAN data centre electricity demand could be met by wind and solar by 2030, without batteries, if appropriate political measures are implemented.

Indonesia Bets on 10 GW Nuclear to Transform its Energy Mix

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.
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Valeura Energy has completed eight wells on Block B5/27 in the Gulf of Thailand, securing stable output and preparing a new investment phase at the Nong Yao field.
Shell recognised Mecpec Trading for its 2023 fuel sales growth and contribution to Singapore's distribution network, with a 23% increase in total volume delivered.