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Shell launches a large debt exchange offer for $8.4 billion of dollar-denominated bonds

Shell restructures six series of bonds through an exchange offer, migrating them to its U.S. subsidiary to optimize its capital structure and align its debt with its U.S. operations.

The French State activates the IEF control on Exaion’s sale to American Mara

The government confirmed that the majority sale of Exaion by EDF to Mara will be subject to the foreign investment control procedure, with a response expected by the end of December.

OneD Battery Sciences and Putailai Sign Agreement to Produce Silicon Anodes

OneD Battery Sciences and Shanghai Putailai New Energy Technology announce a development agreement to design and scale production of silicon-carbon anodes for lithium-ion batteries.
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The United States Moves Towards the Construction of New Nuclear Reactors

Illinois and New York take significant steps to develop additional nuclear capacity, aiming to strengthen their power generation while diversifying their sources.

Sunoco finalises the acquisition of Parkland Corporation and prepares for New York listing

Texas-based Sunoco has completed the acquisition of Canadian company Parkland Corporation, paving the way for a New York Stock Exchange listing through SunocoCorp starting November 6.

ADNOC, Microsoft, Masdar and XRG lock energy and AI loads

The partnership combines industrial AI tools, continuous power supplies, and investment vehicles, with volumes and metrics aligned to the demands of high-density data centers and operational optimization in oil and gas production.
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Intuitive Machines awarded USD8.2mn for testing space nuclear system

US company Intuitive Machines has secured an additional contract to develop compact nuclear technology for lunar missions and extended space infrastructure.

bp divests non-controlling interests in US onshore midstream assets for $1.5 billion

BP sells non-controlling stakes in its Permian and Eagle Ford midstream infrastructure to Sixth Street for $1.5 billion while retaining operational control.

China cancels VAT rebate and reshapes the global solar market

China's decision to cancel the 13% VAT rebate on photovoltaic module exports triggers a sharp price adjustment and reshapes a market under pressure for the past two years.
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Qatar threatens to suspend LNG exports to Europe over CSDDD directive

Qatar warns it could halt its liquefied natural gas (LNG) deliveries to the European Union if the CSDDD directive is not softened, a move that reignites tensions surrounding Brussels' new sustainability regulations.

Two SANAD Drilling Rigs to Resume Operations in Saudi Arabia by Mid-2026

The SANAD drilling joint venture will resume operations with two suspended rigs, expected to restart in March and June 2026, with contract extensions equal to the suspension period.

Oman LNG renews its two-decade industrial partnership with Baker Hughes

Oman LNG has renewed its long-term services agreement with Baker Hughes, including the creation of a local digital center dedicated to monitoring natural gas liquefaction production equipment.
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QatarEnergy awards EPC contract for 4.1 MTPA CCS project

QatarEnergy has awarded Samsung C&T Corporation an EPC contract for a 4.1 MTPA carbon capture project, supporting its expansion into low-carbon energy at Ras Laffan.

EU bans Russian LNG, Arctic bottlenecks and clauses under strain

The gradual ban on Russian cargoes reshapes European flows, increases winter detours via the Northern Sea Route and shifts risk toward force majeure and “change of law,” despite rising global capacity. —

Chevron outperforms despite 21% drop in quarterly profit

The US oil giant beat market forecasts in the third quarter, despite declining results and a context marked by falling hydrocarbon prices.
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France: Tenergie installs a 270 kWc solar plant on a quarry site in Bouches-du-Rhône

Tenergie renovated the roof of an industrial hangar at a limestone quarry in Bouches-du-Rhône and installed a 270 kWc solar plant under a 25-year lease agreement with no upfront cost for the company.

Baltic Storage Platform secures €85.6mn for large-scale battery project in Estonia

Baltic Storage Platform secures a record €85.6mn ($90.6mn) to develop two battery energy storage sites in Estonia, marking the first such financing in the Baltics based solely on storage revenue streams.

Vallourec secures over 20,000-ton pipeline contract in Brazil

The French group will supply carbon steel pipelines to TechnipFMC for the offshore Orca project, strengthening its strategic position in the Brazilian market.
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France: REDEN commissions a 3-hectare agrivoltaic greenhouse in Ariège

Energy group REDEN has commissioned a 3-hectare agrivoltaic greenhouse in Montaut, Ariège, combining specialised agricultural production and electricity generation on a single family-run site.

Hyd’Occ brings together hydrogen stakeholders in Béziers ahead of launch

Ahead of Hyd’Occ’s commissioning, Qair hosts hydrogen sector operators and decision-makers in Béziers to coordinate the industrial integration of local production into regional transport.

TotalEnergies activates the last two components of the giant energy project in Iraq

TotalEnergies launches construction of the final key infrastructures of the Gas Growth Integrated Project in Iraq, putting into execution all its oil, gas, solar and water components.

Statkraft files application to increase production at Alta by 20%

The Norwegian operator plans to install a third turbine to capture part of today’s bypassed floodwater without changing the flow on the salmon stretch; commissioning would be at the earliest in 2030. —

Statkraft sells a 150 MW hydropower project in India to JSW Energy

Norway’s Statkraft continues its exit from the Indian market with the sale of its Tidong hydropower project to JSW Energy, which strengthens its asset portfolio in Himachal Pradesh.
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GridStor acquires 400 MWh storage project in Arizona from Strata Clean Energy

GridStor has acquired a 100 MW battery storage project in Arizona from Strata Clean Energy, under a 20-year tolling agreement with Arizona Public Service to meet rising power demand.

HIF Global selects Electric Hydrogen to equip its e-fuels plant in Texas

HIF Global has chosen American-made electrolyser technology from Electric Hydrogen for its large-scale e-methanol production project in Texas, marking a major industrial milestone in the synthetic fuels sector.

US gas projects slowed by supply chain despite faster federal permitting

Natural gas executives report delays due to turbines, steel and legal risk, even as federal approval timelines improve.
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ERCOT surpasses California with 14.2 GW of battery storage capacity

Texas grid ERCOT becomes the top US battery storage market, contributing over half of national Q2 additions with 3.2 GW and overtaking California for the first time.

Entech secures €14mn contract for agrivoltaic power plant in Mayenne

Entech wins its largest photovoltaic project with a €14mn contract to build and maintain a 30 MWp plant in Mayenne, scheduled for commissioning in 2027.

HRS signs new order with Element 2 for a mobile station in Scotland

French manufacturer HRS will supply Element 2 with a mobile HRX14 hydrogen station for Glasgow, marking its fourth installation in the UK and strengthening its position in the British market.
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TotalEnergies secures four offshore oil exploration blocks in Liberia

TotalEnergies has signed four production sharing contracts for offshore blocks covering 12,700 km² off the coast of Liberia, marking a new step in the expansion of its activities in West Africa.

Brussels seeks to accelerate ban on Russian LNG in 19th sanctions package

The European Commission is preparing a new sanctions package including an accelerated ban on Russian liquefied natural gas, with negotiations already underway among member states.

Nationwide strike in France: EDF cuts nuclear output by 1.1 GW

A nationwide strike led to a targeted reduction in EDF’s nuclear production, affecting only the Flamanville 1 reactor, with no impact on hydropower output.
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NaTran, RTE and Storengy pool hydrogen to ease the power system

A regional study in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes shows that pooling hydrogen infrastructure could generate up to 20% in savings and enhance the national electricity system’s flexibility.

ABO-Group records 17.7% growth despite declining profitability

ABO-Group’s revenue reached €53.7mn ($57.2mn) in H1 2025, supported by targeted acquisitions and strong performance in France and the Netherlands.

Vinci secures €885mn contract for Rail Baltica railway electrification

French group Vinci, through its subsidiary Cobra IS, will electrify 870 kilometres of rail tracks across the Baltic States as part of the Rail Baltica project, in a deal worth €885mn ($944mn).
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Framatome launches operations in India to support nuclear development

Framatome has opened a new site in Navi Mumbai, marking a strategic step in its expansion into the Indian nuclear market, as the country targets 100 GW of installed capacity by 2047.

Greenlane secures $7.9mn in biogas desulfurization equipment orders across Europe

Canadian supplier Greenlane recorded $7.9mn in third-quarter orders through its subsidiary Airdep, confirming growing demand for its biogas desulfurization systems in Europe and the Americas.

NANO Nuclear sells ODIN reactor technology to Cambridge Atom Works for $6.2mn

The sale of ODIN™ technology to Cambridge Atom Works allows NANO Nuclear to refocus on its modular gas reactor portfolio while capitalising on potential royalty revenue.
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Daikin assigns ENGIE to supply solar power to its Texas sites under five-year deal

Japanese manufacturer Daikin has signed a five-year agreement with ENGIE North America to supply solar electricity to its Texas sites, including its main North American production centre.

Virtual power plant capacity reaches 37.5 GW as corporate activity drives growth

North America's virtual power plant market expanded by 13.7% year-over-year, driven by a more than 33% increase in corporate deployments, end users, and monetised programmes.