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Oil workers’ union FUP announced its intention to approve Petrobras’ latest proposal, paving the way to end a week-long national strike with no impact on production.
Global crude oil production is expected to rise by 0.8 million barrels per day in 2026, with Brazil, Guyana and Argentina contributing 50% of the projected increase.

CNOOC launches ninth offshore project in 2025 in the South China Sea

Chinese oil group CNOOC continues its expansion strategy with a new production start-up in the Pearl River Basin, marking its ninth offshore launch in 2025.
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US authorities intercepted a second oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude, escalating pressure on Caracas amid accusations of trafficking and tensions over sanctioned oil exports.
French group ENGIE has officially commissioned the Serra do Assuruá complex in the State of Bahia, making it its largest onshore wind project worldwide.

Petrobras strengthens its grip on Brazil’s spot gasoline market after Refit and SSOil exit

The removal of two Brazilian refiners and Petrobras’ pricing offensive reshuffle spot volumes around Santos and Paranaguá, shifting competition ahead of a planned tax increase in early 2026.
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EDF power solutions has inaugurated a hydrogen pilot plant at the Norte Fluminense thermal power plant, with an investment of BRL4.5mn ($882,000), as part of Aneel's R&D programme.
Governor Gavin Newsom attended the COP30 summit in Belém to present California as a strategic partner, distancing himself from federal policy and leveraging the state's economic weight.

The “Belém 4x” pledge targets global sustainable fuels surge by 2035

Nineteen countries, led by Brazil, Italy, Japan and India, aim to quadruple sustainable fuel production by 2035, marking a major industrial and regulatory challenge for global energy and transport supply chains.
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À l’approche de la COP30, l’Union africaine demande une refonte des mécanismes de financement climatique pour garantir des ressources stables et équitables en faveur de l’adaptation des pays les plus vulnérables.
COP30 begins in Belém under uncertainty, as countries fail to agree on key discussion topics, highlighting deep divisions over climate finance and the global energy transition.

Lula defends funding energy transition through oil revenues

Ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva adopts a controversial stance by proposing to finance the energy transition with proceeds from offshore oil exploration near the Amazon.
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Petrobras reported a net profit of $6 billion in the third quarter, supported by rising production and exports despite declining global oil prices.
The Brazilian government is granting new contracts to coal-fired power plants until 2040, illustrating the weight of regulatory decisions and industrial interests in a country predominantly powered by renewable energy.

NU E Power acquires 500 MW of energy assets to strengthen global network

NU E Power Corp. acquires 500 MW of hybrid projects from ACT Mid Market Ltd. to support the global expansion of its artificial intelligence and Bitcoin mining infrastructure.
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Current emission trajectories put the planet on course for a 2.3°C to 2.5°C rise, according to the latest UN calculations, just days before the COP30 in Belem.
A week before COP30, Brazil announces an unprecedented drop in greenhouse gas emissions, driven mainly by reduced deforestation, with uneven sectorial dynamics, amid controversial offshore oil exploration.

Iberdrola concludes the acquisition of 30.29% of Neoenergia for 1.88 billion euros

Iberdrola has finalized the acquisition of 30.29% of Neoenergia for 1.88 billion euros, strengthening its strategic position in the Brazilian energy market.
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The French group will supply carbon steel pipelines to TechnipFMC for the offshore Orca project, strengthening its strategic position in the Brazilian market.
The Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism formalizes a landfill-methane methodology, imposes an investment-based additionality test, and governs issuance of traceable units via a central registry, with host-country authorizations and corresponding adjustments required.
Brazilian producer Sigma Lithium has been included in a thematic index by Morgan Stanley grouping US-listed companies considered essential to national security and strategic supply chains.
Talks on the Net-Zero Framework, which seeks to regulate greenhouse gas pricing on marine fuels, have been postponed until 2026 following a majority vote initiated by Saudi Arabia.

United States secures postponement of carbon tax vote at the IMO

Under intense diplomatic pressure from Washington, member states of the International Maritime Organization agreed to postpone by one year the adoption of a carbon pricing mechanism for global maritime transport.
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The increase in Brazil’s biodiesel blend mandate to 15% has reignited calls for stronger regulatory supervision as prices climb and budget constraints limit enforcement.
Israeli company Prisma Photonics has raised $30mn in a funding round led by Protego Ventures to develop its artificial intelligence-based detection system for power grids and critical infrastructure.

Brent under pressure: traders expect prices to fall towards $60

Major global oil traders anticipate a continued decline in Brent prices, citing the fading geopolitical premium and rising supply, particularly from non-OPEC producers.
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Ahead of COP30, four major economies commit to regulating the increase in sustainable fuel production and consumption by 2035.
Waga Energy strengthens its presence in Brazil, betting on a rapidly structuring market where biomethane benefits from an incentive-based regulatory framework and strong industrial investment prospects.

Low attendance of world leaders at COP30 despite climate and logistical urgency

The COP30 conference hosted in the Amazon by Brazil faces low participation from global leaders, amid geopolitical tensions and major logistical challenges.
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China imported an average of 11.5 million barrels of crude oil per day in September, supported by higher refining rates among both state-run and independent operators.
Global demand for biofuels is driving a sharp increase in used oil imports to Europe and the United States, straining global feedstock supply chains, according to the International Energy Agency.

New Fortress Energy initiates commissioning of 624 MW CELBA 2 power plant in Brazil

New Fortress Energy has initiated the initial ignition of its 624 MW CELBA 2 power plant in Brazil, starting the commissioning phase ahead of commercial operations expected later this year.
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Green ammonia reaches a new industrial milestone with 428 active projects and over $11bn in investments, highlighting accelerated sector growth across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.
Opec+ slightly adjusts its quotas for November, continuing its market share recovery strategy amid stagnant global demand and a pressured market.

J&F Investimentos targets EDF’s thermal plant amid Brazil’s booming energy M&A

Brazilian holding J&F Investimentos is in talks to acquire EDF’s Norte Fluminense thermal plant, valued up to BRL2bn ($374 million), as energy-related M&A activity surges across the country.
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Iberdrola strengthens its partnership with Norges Bank Investment Management by adding two Spanish photovoltaic plants, raising joint operational capacity to 900 MW.
India holds a surplus of ethanol that could support SAF production, but unclear sugarcane feedstock rules limit commercial development.

Questerre completes PX Energy acquisition and launches joint venture with Nimofast

Canada’s Questerre partners with Nimofast to develop PX Energy in Brazil, with an initial commitment of up to $50mn and equal, shared governance.
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Baker Hughes will supply up to 50 subsea trees and associated equipment to Petrobras to support offshore production in Brazil, strengthening its role in the development of pre-salt fields.
Iberdrola plans to invest EUR58bn ($61.83bn) by 2028, targeting a net profit of EUR7.6bn ($8.10bn), focusing on power grids and key markets such as the United Kingdom and the United States.