Oil

Cenovus Energy announces the acquisition of MEG Energy through a mixed transaction aimed at strengthening its position in oil sands while optimizing cost structure and integrated production.
Vantage Drilling International Ltd. extends the validity of its conditional letter of award until August 29, without changes to the initial terms.

Libya’s NOC Plans Bilateral Forum with American Energy Stakeholders

Libya is preparing to host an energy forum in partnership with American companies to boost investment in its oil and gas sectors.
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Washington increases pressure on Iran’s oil sector by sanctioning a Greek shipper and its affiliates, accused of facilitating crude exports to Asia despite existing embargoes.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management formalizes a strategic environmental review, setting the framework for 30 oil sales in the Gulf of America by 2040, in line with a new federal law and current executive directives.

Hungary Seeks U.S. Support After New Disruptions on the Druzhba Pipeline

Amid repeated disruptions on the Druzhba pipeline, attributed to Ukrainian strikes, Hungary has requested U.S. support to secure its oil supply.
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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.
The gradual restart of BP’s Whiting refinery following severe flooding is driving price and logistics adjustments across several Midwestern U.S. states.

Moretti expected to chair Petrobras board with ministerial backing

Bruno Moretti, current special secretary to the presidency, is in pole position to lead Petrobras’ board of directors after Pietro Mendes’ resignation for a regulatory role.
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Next Bridge Hydrocarbons completes a $6 million private debt raise to support its involvement in the Panther project while restructuring part of its existing debt.
Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical reported a net loss in the first half of 2025, impacted by reduced demand for fuels and chemical products, as well as declining sales volumes.

Togolese ZIH Acquires Petrogal GB with Structured Financing from Ecobank

Zener International Holding takes over Petrogal’s assets in Guinea-Bissau, backed by a $24 million structured financing deal arranged with support from Ecobank and the West African Development Bank.
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Petrobras board chairman Pietro Mendes resigned after his appointment to lead the National Petroleum Agency, confirmed by the Senate.
Bahrain has signed an energy concession agreement with EOG Resources and Bapco Energies, reinforcing its national strategy and opening the way to new opportunities in oil and gas exploration.

Talos identifies new hydrocarbon reserve in the Gulf of Mexico

Talos Energy confirmed the presence of oil in the Daenerys area, located in the Gulf of Mexico, after a successful sub-salt drilling operation completed ahead of schedule.
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Thanks to strong operational performance, Ithaca Energy recorded record production in the first half of 2025, supporting improved annual guidance and significant dividend distributions.
A surprise drop in US crude inventories and renewed focus on peace talks in Ukraine are shaping oil market dynamics.

Resumption of Russian Oil to Hungary Despite Tensions Linked to Ukrainian Strikes

The Druzhba pipeline has resumed flows to Hungary, while recent strikes raise questions about the energy interests at stake within the European Union.
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The resumption of Shell’s drilling operations and the advancement of competing projects are unfolding in a context dominated by the availability of FPSOs and deepwater drilling capacity, which dictate industrial sequencing and development costs.
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.
Valmet will supply and maintain Petrobras’ Neles™ valves across all its operations in Brazil under a one-year contract renewable for up to five years.
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.

OPEC+ Cuts Production Despite Higher Quotas in July

OPEC+ oil production fell to 41.65 million barrels per day in July 2025, reveals S&P Global's Platts survey, as Saudi Arabia normalizes production after June's Iran-Israel tensions.
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Keyera launches the Zone 4 extension of the KAPS network, backed by long-term agreements covering 75,000 barrels per day of contracted capacity.
The Johan Castberg oil field starts at full capacity, ensuring production and maintenance operations over several decades in the Barents Sea.

Canada joins EU and G7 to lower the Russian oil price cap

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.
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FPSO One Guyana begins production as part of the Yellowtail development, with enhanced technical capabilities to optimise reliability and maintenance in deep waters.
Baghdad denies any involvement in sophisticated smuggling system mixing Iranian and Iraqi oil. Washington sanctions networks accused of financing designated terrorist organizations.

OPEC+ to complete in September the full withdrawal of 2.2 million b/d voluntary cuts

The eight OPEC+ members concerned will end next month the cuts introduced in November 2023, while keeping the option to readjust their output depending on market fundamentals and quota compliance.
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The US oil company recorded sales and production above its forecasts, despite lower crude prices and reduced profit compared to 2024.
Higher oil and gas production allowed Petrobras to offset the drop in Brent prices and maintain solid financial results in the second quarter of 2025.

ConocoPhillips raises asset disposals to $5 bn and adjusts its financial strategy

ConocoPhillips targets $5 bn in asset disposals by 2026 and announces new financial adjustments as production rises but profit declines in the second quarter of 2025.
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Pakistan Refinery Limited is preparing to import Bonny Light crude oil from Nigeria for the first time, reflecting the expansion of Asian refiners’ commercial partnerships amid rising regional costs.
Frontera Energy Corporation confirms the divestment of its interest in the Perico and Espejo oil blocks in Ecuador, signalling a strategic refocus on its operations in Colombia.

Gran Tierra invests USD15.55mn to strengthen its oil presence in Ecuador

Gran Tierra Energy confirms a major asset acquisition in Ecuador’s Oriente Basin for USD15.55mn, aiming to expand its exploration and production activities across the Andean region.
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The Mexican government unveils an ambitious public support strategy for Petróleos Mexicanos, targeting 1.8 million barrels per day, infrastructure modernisation, and settlement of supplier debt amounting to $12.8 billion.
KazMunayGas has completed its first delivery of 85,000 tonnes of crude oil to Hungary, using maritime transport through the Croatian port of Omisalj as part of a broader export strategy to the European Union.

Tullow accelerates debt reduction with divestment of assets in Gabon and Kenya

Tullow marks a strategic milestone in 2025 with the sale of its subsidiaries in Gabon and Kenya, the extension of its Ghanaian licences, and the optimisation of its financial structure.
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Saudi giant accelerates transformation with $500 million capex reduction and European asset closures while maintaining strategic projects in Asia.
Record Gulf crude imports expose structural vulnerabilities of Japanese refining amid rising geopolitical tensions and Asian competition.
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