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Subsea7 has secured a subsea installation contract from LLOG for the Buckskin South project, scheduled for execution between 2026 and 2027, strengthening its position in the Gulf of Mexico and boosting its order book visibility.
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.

US oil blockade on Venezuela disrupts maritime shipments

Interceptions of ships linked to Venezuelan oil are increasing, pushing shipowners to suspend operations as PDVSA struggles to recover from a cyberattack that disrupted its logistical systems.
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The Trump administration has ordered the immediate halt of five major offshore wind construction sites in the Atlantic, citing national security threats and drawing mixed reactions from industry and political circles.
Policy reversals, reduced performance and corporate disengagement marked an unprecedented slowdown in wind power in 2025, although China continued its expansion at a steady pace.

Harbour Energy acquires LLOG Exploration for $3.2bn to boost reserves

Harbour Energy acquires US offshore operator LLOG for $3.2bn, adding 271 million barrels in reserves and establishing a fifth operational hub in the Gulf of Mexico.
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European Energy increases the capacity of its Måde Power-to-X site to 8.1 MW, with a new electrolyser in service and ongoing tests for commercial production in 2026.
China's electricity market overhaul improves the profitability of energy storage, supporting a rapid increase in battery exports as global demand rises with data centres and power grids.

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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T1 Energy will supply Treaty Oak with 900MW of solar modules over three years, leveraging domestically produced cells from Austin to meet increasing regulatory requirements.
Baker Hughes will deliver six gas refrigeration trains for Commonwealth LNG’s 9.5 mtpa export project in Louisiana, under a contract with Technip Energies.

Trump Media creates a listed group with TAE Technologies in $6 billion deal

Trump Media & Technology Group and TAE Technologies unite in a transaction valued at USD6 billion to launch one of the first publicly traded companies focused on fusion energy.
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Caracas says Iran has offered reinforced cooperation after the interception of two ships carrying Venezuelan crude, amid escalating tensions with the United States.
US authorities intercepted a second oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude, escalating pressure on Caracas amid accusations of trafficking and tensions over sanctioned oil exports.

Awendio Solaris to invest CAD1bn in integrated solar plant in Montreal

UK-based manufacturer Awendio Solaris plans to build a 2.5 GW solar industrial platform, expandable to 5 GW, in Quebec, targeting North American markets with a 100% regional supply chain.
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Zefiro Methane, through its subsidiary Plants & Goodwin, completes an energy conversion project in Pennsylvania and plans a new well decommissioning operation in Louisiana, expanding its presence to eight US states.
RWE signed a 15-year power purchase agreement with Indiana Michigan Power for the Prairie Creek project, aimed at supporting Indiana’s growing electricity demand starting in 2028.

Armada joins Genesis programme to deploy sovereign compute power in the United States

US-based Armada has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Energy to participate in the Genesis Mission, aimed at accelerating scientific research and reinforcing national energy and technology sovereignty.
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Plug Power has completed the installation of a 5 MW PEM electrolyzer for Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, marking the launch of Africa’s first fully integrated green hydrogen production and distribution site.
California Resources Corporation completed an all-stock asset transfer with Berry Corporation, strengthening its oil portfolio in California and adding strategic exposure in the Uinta Basin.
An arrest warrant has been issued against Timipre Sylva over the alleged diversion of public funds intended for a modular refinery. This new case further undermines governance in Nigeria’s oil sector.
Plug Power plans to generate $275mn by divesting assets and reallocating investments to the data center market, as part of a strategy focused on returns and financial discipline.

VoltaGrid raises $5.0bn to deploy 4.3 GW of capacity by 2028

Texas-based energy solutions provider VoltaGrid secures record mixed financing to expand its decentralised power generation portfolio, primarily targeting hyperscale data centres.
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US-based Enveniam has signed an agreement with LIS Technologies Inc. to oversee the design and construction of a new laser-based uranium enrichment facility on American soil.
In New York, Chevron outlines its long-term vision following the Hess integration, focusing on financial stability, spending reduction, and record production to consolidate investor confidence.

Newcleo considers shifting €16bn nuclear projects from the UK to the United States

Faced with shorter approval timelines, several European nuclear firms, including Newcleo, Orano and Urenco, are considering relocating key industrial investments to the United States.
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The Bulgarian government has increased security around Lukoil’s Burgas refinery ahead of a state-led takeover enabled by new legislation designed to circumvent international sanctions.
Facing surging computing needs, US tech leaders are hitting an energy wall that slows down data centre construction and revives demand for gas and coal.

Quino Energy raises $16mn to industrialise organic electrolytes for flow batteries

Quino Energy secures $16mn in funding to scale global production of its organic electrolytes, with strategic support from investor Atri Energy Transition.
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Chinese group Jinhong Gas finalises a new industrial investment in Spain, marking its first European establishment and strengthening its global strategy in the industrial gas sector.
Fusion Fuel Cycles has begun work on its UNITY-2 facility, a unique test bench designed to validate the full tritium fuel cycle under fusion conditions, marking a key step toward fusion energy.

COP30 opens in tension as negotiations fail on initial agenda

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.
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The United States secures a tungsten joint venture in Kazakhstan and mining protocols in Uzbekistan, with financing envisaged from the Export-Import Bank of the United States and shipment routed via the Trans-Caspian corridor.
Appalachia, Permian and Haynesville each reach the scale of a national producer, anchor the United States’ exportable supply and set regional differentials, LNG arbitrage and compliance constraints across the chain, amid capacity ramp-ups and reinforced sanctions.

NextNRG posts 196% revenue growth in October

NextNRG's monthly revenue reached $7.39mn in October, more than doubling year-over-year, driven by the expansion of its technology platforms and energy services across the United States.
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AltaGas finalises a $460mn equity raise linked to the strategic retention of its stake in the Mountain Valley Pipeline, prompting credit outlook upgrades from S&P and Fitch.
The Canadian group posted record Q3 EBITDA, sanctioned $3bn worth of projects, and confirmed its full-year financial outlook despite a drop in net income.

Framatome launches pilot line for TRISO nuclear fuel in France

Framatome will produce TRISO fuel at Romans-sur-Isère as part of a pilot project for advanced nuclear reactors, in partnership with actors such as Blue Capsule Technology.
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Faced with US sanctions targeting Lukoil, Bulgaria adopts emergency legislation allowing direct control over the Balkans’ largest refinery to secure its energy supply.
Canadian company Boralex reported a net loss of CAD30mn in the third quarter, impacted by lower electricity prices in France and adverse weather conditions in North America.