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Jabil and Inno launch Thai site to manufacture battery energy storage enclosures

Jabil and Inno will co-develop a 15,000 sqm plant in Rayong, Thailand, to manufacture metal enclosures for battery energy storage systems, aiming to enhance vertical integration and secure supply chains.

TVEL resumes nuclear cooperation with Vietnam through new fuel delivery

The delivery of nuclear fuel by Russian subsidiary TVEL to the Da Lat research reactor marks a key step in strengthening the nuclear commercial partnership between Moscow and Hanoi.

Jinhong Gas invests in Spain with a strategic cryogenic unit

Chinese group Jinhong Gas finalises a new industrial investment in Spain, marking its first European establishment and strengthening its global strategy in the industrial gas sector.
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Mitsubishi Power to equip Vietnamese plant in natural gas conversion project

Mitsubishi Power will supply equipment to convert an oil-fired thermal power plant to natural gas in southern Vietnam.

Boviet Solar invests in 3 GW photovoltaic cell plant in North Carolina

Boviet Solar strengthens its industrial presence in the United States with a major investment in a new 3 GW photovoltaic cell plant in Greenville, consolidating its North American expansion strategy.

SLB OneSubsea secures two EPC contracts for deepwater projects in Malaysia

SLB OneSubsea has signed two EPC contracts with PTTEP to equip multiple deepwater gas and oil fields offshore Malaysia, extending a two-decade collaboration between the companies.
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P.S.P. Specialties enters the Philippines with transformer oils to support grid expansion

The Thai group targets energy distributors and developers in the Philippines, as the national grid plans PHP900bn ($15.8bn) in investments for new transformer capacity.

Thailand delays regional power project due to lack of tariff approval

Thailand’s pending approval of transmission fees is holding back progress on an energy project linking Laos to Singapore via Malaysia, amid political uncertainty.

Kinshasa and Vingroup sign agreement for major urban and energy project

The government of Kinshasa has signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnam's Vingroup to develop a 6,300-hectare urban project and modernise mobility through an electric transport network.
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Gushine opens $100 mn lithium battery plant in Hai Phong

Gushine Electronics has opened a lithium battery plant in Vietnam, with an estimated annual production value of $100 mn, marking a new phase in the international deployment of its industrial capacities.

Asian LNG activity hits seasonal high despite muted demand

Platts' physical pricing platform records its second-highest LNG trading volume, with nearly 1.5 million tonnes exchanged despite regional demand slowdown.

Huawei bets on grid-forming technology to consolidate ASEAN energy market

In Kuala Lumpur, Huawei Digital Power unveiled its grid-forming technologies, positioned as a strategic lever to strengthen power interconnections and accelerate energy market development across ASEAN.
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Enspired partners with Banpu to enter Japanese battery storage market

Austrian battery optimisation specialist enspired enters Japan in partnership with Banpu NEXT, backed by a Series B extension to over €40mn.

ASEAN targets $10.7 billion in investments to modernise its power grids

A report estimates $2.3 billion in avoidable economic losses by 2040 if Southeast Asia strengthens its electricity infrastructure through smart grids.

Vietnam proposes tax refunds to boost domestic bioethanol production

Hanoi is preparing a tax relief plan for biofuel producers to support domestic ethanol output ahead of the E10 mandate rollout planned for 2026.
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Thailand and Japan boost US crude imports amid geopolitical tensions

Faced with risks to Middle Eastern supply chains, Thai and Japanese refiners are turning to US crude, backed by tariff incentives and strategies aligned with ongoing bilateral trade discussions.

ASEAN reignites regional energy integration with cross-border electricity grid

The ASEAN Power Grid enters a strategic phase with renewed support from regional and international institutions to structure electricity trade among member states and secure the necessary investments.

Thailand can save $1.8 billion by boosting solar and battery capacity

An alternative energy scenario proposes increasing solar and storage capacity by 2037 to reduce fossil fuel dependence and cut electricity generation costs in Thailand.
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Southeast Asia’s power demand drives massive integration of solar and wind

Southeast Asia, facing rapid electricity consumption growth, could tap up to 20 terawatts of solar and wind potential to strengthen energy security.

Southeast Asia plans $208bn investment to develop nuclear power by 2050

Facing energy security challenges, several Southeast Asian countries are turning to nuclear and could invest up to $208bn to reach 25 GW of capacity, favouring small modular reactors.

Vietnam: the PDP8 plan to promote the growth of renewable energy

Vietnam's Prime Minister has given the green light to a groundbreaking $134.7 billion energy plan to meet the country's growing energy needs and ensure its long-term energy security.

Golden Victory and TotalEnergies ENEOS join forces for a transition to renewable energy

Golden Victory Vietnam Co, Ltd. partners with TotalEnergies ENEOS to install a state-of-the-art solar photovoltaic system. The system, consisting of 7,900 modules, will produce approximately 5,200 megawatt hours of renewable electricity each year.

Vietnam warns of stressed electricity supply this summer

Vietnam's state-owned power company, EVN, is warning of a possible energy crisis this summer due to early heat waves and drought, which threaten the country's hydropower production. The water level in the dams in the north of the country is 30 to 40% lower than in normal times.
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U.S. oil companies’ profits shrug off crude oil downturn

Oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron reported increased profits in the first quarter, despite lower energy prices, thanks to their refining operations and cost-saving measures, including European tax charges.

Heat wave in Thailand: increase in gas demand

Thailand is experiencing a record heat wave that will boost energy demand and promote liquefied natural gas imports as domestic natural gas production and pipeline imports continue to face constraints.

BIL and TotalEnergies ENEOS cooperate on a solar photovoltaic system

Bedmutha Industries and TotalEnergies ENEOS have signed a long-term agreement for a 3 MWp solar photovoltaic system on the roof of BIL's manufacturing facility in Nardana, Maharashtra, reducing the company's carbon footprint by 3,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year.

ASEAN Wind Energy 2023: a platform for the global wind energy industry

The ASEAN Wind Energy 2023 Conference and Exhibition will be held on October 30-31 in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together more than 600 energy experts to discuss the latest trends and business opportunities in the wind energy sector.

Kulara Water chooses TotalEnergies ENEOS

Kulara Water announces the signing of an agreement with TotalEnergies ENEOS to provide a solar energy and energy storage solution.

The United States wants to build small nuclear reactors in Thailand

The United States wants to build small modular nuclear reactors in Thailand, with the hope of accelerating the energy transition.
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Vietnam: Falling dong and rising gasoline prices

In Vietnam, importers of petroleum products face difficulties in obtaining supplies from the world market.

First Solar to Provide Swift Current Energy

First Solar and Swift Current Energy Announce Agreement to Supply 2GW of Solar Modules

Ben Tre takes another step forward

In Vietnam, the Ben Tre offshore wind farm is taking a new step forward with the installation of a LiDAR unit.
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Service Stations on Standby?

At a time of energy transition, and in a context of energy crisis, gas stations seem to be on borrowed time.

ACCIONA Energía invests in Southeast Asia

ACCIONA Energía invests in Southeast Asia. The company is partnering with The Blue Circle to develop and operate new projects.

First Solar Invests in Solar Modules

First Solar is investing $1.2 billion in the development of U.S.-made solar photovoltaic modules.
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