The Hague court has authorised the release of Gazprom’s shares in Wintershall Noordzee, following a judicial decision after several months of legal proceedings involving Ukrainian companies.
London and Prague formalise a strategic partnership to develop the nuclear sector, focusing on small modular reactors and industrial cooperation on supply chains.
The Global Energy Policies Hub shows that strategic reserves, gas obligations, cybersecurity and critical-mineral policies are expanding rapidly, lifting oil coverage to 98 % of world imports.
Terna and NPC Ukrenergo have concluded a three-year partnership in Rome aimed at strengthening the integration of the Ukrainian grid into the pan-European system, with an in-depth exchange of technological and regulatory expertise.
Energoatom signed strategic agreements with Westinghouse and Holtec at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, aiming to establish nuclear fuel production and small modular reactor capabilities in the country.
The European Commission is launching a special fund of EUR2.3bn ($2.5bn) to boost Ukraine’s reconstruction and attract private capital to the energy and infrastructure sectors.
Naftogaz announces the launch of a natural gas well with a daily output of 383,000 cubic meters, amid a sharp decline in Ukrainian production following several military strikes on its strategic facilities.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development lends €400 million to JSC Energocom to diversify Moldova's gas and electricity supply, historically dependent on Russian imports via Ukraine.
Sonatrach and ENI have signed a $1.35 billion production-sharing agreement aiming to extract 415 million barrels of hydrocarbons in Algeria's Berkine basin, strengthening energy ties between Algiers and Rome.
A major electricity blackout paralyzed large parts of the Czech Republic, interrupting transport and essential networks, raising immediate economic concerns, and highlighting the vulnerability of energy infrastructures to unforeseen technical incidents.
Orlen announces the definitive halt of its Russian oil purchases for the Czech Republic, marking the end of deliveries by Rosneft following the contract expiry, amid evolving logistics and diversification of regional supply sources.
A regional court has upheld the award of two new reactors in the Czech Republic to Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, dismissing Électricité de France’s challenge to the €16bn contract in a decisive step for the national energy programme.
Budapest and Bratislava jointly reject the European Commission's proposal to ban Russian energy supplies, highlighting significant economic risks and a direct threat to their energy security, days ahead of a key meeting.
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant remains immobilised by armed conflict, dependent on a single fragile power line and groundwater wells to cool its reactors, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
The European Commission is considering legal action over RED III delays, as regulatory uncertainty slows renewable hydrogen projects and Union-wide investment.
Czech court authorizes major $18 billion nuclear project, allowing Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power to proceed with the construction of a controversial power plant despite legal challenges.
The Czech regulatory authority launches an investigation into suspected collusion involving several major actors in the awarding of a thermal power plant, putting transparency of a strategic transaction for the energy sector at stake.
Gazprom increased its daily natural gas exports to Europe via the TurkStream subsea pipeline, reaching 46 million cubic metres per day in May, according to Reuters calculations.
Naftogaz will fund the purchase of new drilling platforms through a €36.4mn loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, following a sharp decline in gas production due to Russian strikes.
Europe's energy transition is driving a structural transformation of the electricity grid, exposing the market to new vulnerabilities. A study by Compass Lexecon highlights three strategic levers to ensure supply stability amid geopolitical pressures and market volatility.
A drone strike in Russia has forced the shutdown of a key pumping station on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) pipeline, temporarily reducing its capacity to transport Kazakh oil to Europe. The incident comes amid heightened diplomatic tensions surrounding the Ukraine conflict.
The attack of an explosive drone on the Chernobyl confinement arch raises questions about the security of critical infrastructure. The incident, confirmed by the IAEA, could have repercussions on energy markets and the management of nuclear assets.
Facing the end of Gazprom deliveries, Transnistria is now sourcing gas through a Hungarian company, financed by a Russian intermediary. The European Union had proposed aid, conditioned on reforms, which the separatist region rejected.
The European project EU-CONVERSION aims to develop new fuels to convert research reactors that currently use highly enriched uranium. This initiative, supported by scientific institutions and industry players, represents a key issue for nuclear safety and non-proliferation.
Gas prices in Europe continue their upward trend, driven by a sharp decline in reserves and an anticipated increase in demand. The end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine and unfavorable weather conditions are adding pressure to the market.
Following the halt of gas deliveries through Ukraine, Slovakia now relies on the TurkStream pipeline and a route through Hungary to secure its supply. This decision aligns with its independent energy strategy despite geopolitical tensions in Europe.
Facing declining interest from European companies in its gas storage capacity, state-owned operator UkrTransGaz is focusing on integrating into the European Union market and implementing measures to strengthen the competitiveness of its infrastructure despite security challenges.
Amid energy tensions with Russia, the European Union has announced a new €250 million financial aid package to support Moldova in 2025. This funding aims to stabilize the country’s energy supply while reducing its dependence on Russian gas.
Ukraine has claimed drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, affecting strategic facilities of Gazprom and other players. These attacks raise questions about supply and market stability in the region.
The separatist authorities of Transnistria accuse Chisinau of diverting the European aid of 30 million euros intended for gas purchases. Disagreements persist over the distribution of resources amid the ongoing energy crisis following the halt of Russian deliveries.
Stricter environmental score criteria are imposing strategic changes on manufacturers, favoring local production and redefining the dynamics of the electric vehicle market in Europe.
Despite strong ambitions for renewable hydrogen, Europe is struggling to align its national and industrial efforts, with only 2% of projects surpassing the feasibility stage, according to a report by EY.
Energy issues and political strategies are shaping relations between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky as negotiations over Ukraine could redefine the global geopolitical balance.
In the midst of prolonged tensions with Russia, Ukraine offers to provide free coal to Transnistria, a pro-Russian region of Moldova, to alleviate an energy crisis worsened by the cutoff of Russian gas supplies.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban conditions the continuation of European sanctions against Russia on the restoration of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, citing the economic impact on Hungary.
The Transdniestria region of Moldova faces a major energy crisis following Gazprom's suspension of gas deliveries. This situation highlights the economic and geopolitical tensions in the region.
DTEK, Ukraine’s leading private energy producer, announces a record €450 million investment to expand wind energy, marking a significant step in the nation’s energy transformation accelerated by the conflict with Russia.
In Moldova, the end of Russian gas deliveries has plunged several villages under Moldovan control in Transnistria into a severe energy crisis, highlighting the logistical and economic challenges of an independent energy supply.
