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Technip Energies secures strategic order for Commonwealth LNG gas project

Technip Energies has received a key order linked to the Commonwealth LNG project in the United States, marking a decisive step ahead of the final investment decision expected in early 2026.

Belgrade hopes for swift Russia-Hungary deal to unlock NIS’s future

Serbia is aiming for a quick agreement between Gazprom and Hungarian group MOL on the sale of Russian-held NIS shares, key to restarting its only refinery shut down by US sanctions.

Ørsted sues Trump administration over suspension of Revolution Wind project

Danish group Ørsted has filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington to contest the suspension of its 704 MW offshore wind project off New England.
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SMRs drive private partnerships in American nuclear and clean fuels

A memorandum of understanding between four companies opens the way for industrial development around compact nuclear reactors, integrating hydrogen production, synthetic fuels, and digital infrastructure.

Venezuela: From Oil Embargo to Maduro’s Capture, Chronicle of an American Escalation

Washington has crossed a historic threshold by capturing Nicolas Maduro after years of sanctions and embargo. A look back at two decades of tensions and their implications for the global oil market.

Technip Energies completes acquisition of Ecovyst’s catalysts business for $530mn

Ecovyst has divested its Advanced Materials & Catalysts segment to Technip Energies, generating $530mn in net proceeds and reducing debt while refocusing on strategic priorities.
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Baker Hughes finalises joint venture with Cactus for $344.5 million

Baker Hughes has completed the transfer of its surface pressure control business to Cactus in a majority joint venture, receiving $344.5 million to strengthen its liquidity and realign its industrial portfolio.

Occidental sells OxyChem to Berkshire Hathaway for $9.7bn

Occidental has completed the sale of its chemical subsidiary OxyChem to Berkshire Hathaway for $9.7bn, refocusing its activities on oil and gas. The transaction excludes the company’s historical environmental liabilities.

PBF Energy extends Martinez refinery restart to February 2026

PBF Energy delays full resumption of operations at its Martinez, California refinery to February 2026 following a 2025 fire, while releasing throughput guidance for its entire refining network.
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Five nuclear projects in Idaho selected for final stage of US federal programme

The Idaho Advanced Energy Consortium secured approval for its five strategic projects, now competing for $75mn in funding under the US Tech Hub programme.

Duke Energy files permit request for nuclear project in North Carolina

Duke Energy has filed a permit application to assess the feasibility of a nuclear reactor in Stokes County on an existing power generation site, without committing to immediate construction.

PowerBank completes key study for 2.1 MW solar project in New York State

PowerBank has completed a major regulatory step for its landfill-based solar installation, moving ahead with permitting for a 2.1 MW community project in upstate New York.
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Frontera signs $120mn crude oil deal with Chevron subsidiary

Frontera Energy has signed a crude supply deal worth up to $120mn with Chevron Products Company, including an initial $80mn prepayment and an option for additional funding.

Amplify Energy finalises Oklahoma asset sale for $92.5mn

Amplify Energy has completed the sale of its Oklahoma assets for $92.5mn, as part of its strategy to streamline its portfolio and optimise its financial structure.

NextNRG signs agreement with A123 Systems to secure US-manufactured batteries

NextNRG strengthens its domestic battery supply by signing a memorandum of understanding with A123 Systems, targeting the deployment of energy storage systems manufactured in the United States across its national project portfolio.
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LG Energy Solution cancels $2.7bn deal with Freudenberg Battery Power

LG Energy Solution terminated a KRW3.9tr agreement with Freudenberg Battery Power System amid the US electric vehicle market’s decline and its partner’s strategic withdrawal.

Woodside signs nine-year LNG supply deal with Turkish company BOTAŞ

Australian producer Woodside has signed a binding agreement with Turkish state-owned company BOTAŞ for the delivery of 5.8 billion cubic metres of LNG starting in 2030.

BayWa r.e. sells 2.2 GW of projects and prepares for independence by 2028

BayWa r.e. continues its strategic transformation with the sale of 2.2 GW of projects, a withdrawal from Asian markets, internal reorganisation, and a rebranding planned for 2026.
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Stardust Power raises $15mn to launch its lithium refinery in Oklahoma

Stardust Power has secured $15mn in convertible financing to support early-stage construction of its lithium carbonate production site in Muskogee, marking progress toward an industrial-scale strategic metals facility.

CB&I acquires Petrofac’s Asset Solutions business to strengthen global growth

CB&I acquires Petrofac's Asset Solutions division, targeting revenue diversification and geographic expansion, with nearly 3,000 new employees expected to join the group.

esVolta transfers Black Walnut project tax credit to Computacenter

esVolta finalises investment tax credit transfer for its Black Walnut storage project to Computacenter, marking a first-of-its-kind operation within its California energy portfolio.

TOPCon 4.0 vs HJT: the financial trade-off in the solar sector in 2026

As the photovoltaic industry enters a phase of deep restructuring, the duel between TOPCon 4.0 and heterojunction technologies is redefining manufacturers’ margins. In 2026, reducing production costs becomes the primary strategic lever for global market leaders.

JA Solar and Trinasolar Lead a Global Solar Market in Crisis

JA Solar and Trinasolar top Wood Mackenzie’s latest semiannual ranking despite a sector-wide net loss of $2.2 billion. Industrial leaders are strengthening their grip on global photovoltaic module supply through rigorous financial discipline.
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Peregrine launches 500 MWh storage project near Dallas with Wärtsilä and WHC

Peregrine Energy Solutions has begun construction on a 500 MWh storage project in Texas, relying on Wärtsilä's technology and WHC's engineering expertise to enhance ERCOT grid flexibility.

Israel seals a €30 billion gas contract with Egypt

An agreement announced on December 17, 2025 provides for twenty years of deliveries through 2040. The package amounts to 112 billion new Israeli shekels (Israeli shekels) (NIS), with flows intended to support Egyptian gas supply and Israeli public revenues.

Meg O’Neill takes over BP to refocus the group on hydrocarbons

British company BP appoints Meg O'Neill as CEO to lead its strategic refocus on fossil fuels, following the abandonment of its climate ambitions and the early departure of Murray Auchincloss.
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Venezuelan oil: Caracas maintains exports despite US naval blockade

The Venezuelan national oil company has confirmed the continuity of its crude exports, as the United States enforces a maritime blockade targeting sanctioned vessels operating around the country.

Baker Hughes signs multi-year contract to equip Kuwait’s oilfields

Baker Hughes will supply advanced artificial lift systems to Kuwait Oil Company to enhance production through integrated digital technologies.

Future Fund Oman engage $1.2bn pour accélérer 141 projets énergétiques et industriels

Le fonds souverain omanais a validé 141 projets en 2025 pour un engagement total de $1.2bn, visant à renforcer l’indépendance énergétique et l’industrialisation nationale à travers un programme d’investissement de $5.2bn.
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Holtec and MVM join forces to deploy small nuclear reactors in Hungary

US-based Holtec has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hungary’s energy group MVM to assess the deployment of its SMR-300 technology, strengthening bilateral nuclear cooperation and opening prospects for a new market in Central Europe.

Radiant raises $300mn to industrialise its micro nuclear reactors in the United States

California-based startup Radiant has secured $300mn to build its first factory in Tennessee and prepare for the mass production of miniature nuclear reactors for off-grid applications.

T1 Energy launches construction of 2.1GW solar cell plant in Texas

T1 Energy has begun construction of a solar cell facility in Milam County, Texas, representing an investment of up to $425mn, aimed at strengthening U.S. industrial autonomy in the photovoltaic supply chain.
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Sawgrass LNG marks eight years of liquefied natural gas deliveries to The Bahamas

U.S.-based Sawgrass LNG & Power celebrates eight consecutive years of LNG exports to The Bahamas, reinforcing its position in regional energy trade.

Terra Innovatum accelerates licensing process for its SOLO™ reactor with the NRC

Terra Innovatum has increased its interactions with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to advance licensing of its SOLO™ micro-modular reactor, despite the partial shutdown of the US federal government.

Clinton and Dresden nuclear reactors granted 20-year licence extensions

The US nuclear regulator has extended the operating licences of three Illinois reactors by 20 years, strengthening Constellation's long-term industrial outlook for the Clinton and Dresden sites.
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Pivot Energy secures $225mn to develop 60 new community solar projects

Pivot Energy has secured $225mn in funding from three banking partners to support a portfolio of 60 community solar power plants across nine US states.

Oklo secures key approval for upcoming nuclear fuel facility

The accelerated approval of the Aurora facility’s nuclear safety plan marks a strategic milestone in rebuilding a domestic nuclear fuel production line in the United States.

Natural Gas Services raises 2025 guidance after 14.6% increase in adjusted EBITDA

Natural Gas Services Group reported a strong third quarter, supported by fleet expansion and rising demand, leading to an upward revision of its full-year earnings outlook.
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Morrison wins major Shell contract for oil facility in Louisiana

Shell Pipeline has awarded Morrison the construction of an elevated oil metering facility at Fourchon Junction, a strategic project to strengthen crude transport capacity in the Gulf of Mexico.

IonQ partners with University of Chicago to build next-generation quantum platform

IonQ will deploy a quantum computer and entanglement distribution network at the University of Chicago, strengthening its technological presence within the Chicago Quantum Exchange and accelerating its product roadmap.