TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy and Petronas have signed a production sharing contract to explore the offshore S4 block in Guyana, marking a new step in the country’s opening to operators beyond ExxonMobil.
TotalEnergies has tasked Vallourec with supplying tubular solutions for drilling 48 wells as part of its integrated gas project in Iraq, reinforcing their ongoing industrial cooperation on the Ratawi field.
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.
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.
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.
A record expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG, gaz naturel liquéfié — GNL) capacity is reshaping global supply, with expected effects on prices, contractual flexibility and demand trajectories in importing regions.
QatarEnergy has acquired a 40% stake in the North Rafah offshore exploration block, located off Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, strengthening its presence in the region in partnership with Italian group Eni.
COOEC has signed a $4bn EPC contract with QatarEnergy to develop the offshore Bul Hanine oil field, marking the largest order ever secured by a Chinese company in the Gulf.
Doha and Washington warn Brussels about the consequences of EU sustainability requirements on liquefied natural gas exports, as the continent’s energy security remains under pressure.
Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has raised its stake to approximately 15% in ISAGEN, one of Colombia’s leading power producers, through a $535mn investment alongside Brookfield.
European inventories curbed price declines as liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply expands and demand stays weak. Cargo arbitrage favours Europe, but winter will determine the equilibrium level.
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Al-Harfi and SCLCO signed agreements with Syrian authorities to develop solar and wind capacity, amid an ongoing energy rapprochement between Riyadh and Damascus.
QatarEnergy continues its international expansion by acquiring 27% of the offshore North Cleopatra block from Shell, amid Egypt’s strategic push to revive gas exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean.
The new GeoMap tool identifies vast geothermal potential in the Middle East, notably for urban cooling, long-duration storage, and large-scale power generation.
QatarEnergy has signed a long-term contract with Messer to supply 100 million cubic feet of helium per year, strengthening Doha’s position as a key player in this strategic market.
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.
QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies and Basra Oil Company begin construction of the final infrastructure components of Iraq’s integrated gas project, mobilising more than $13bn in investments to modernise the country’s energy supply.
The International Energy Agency projects a record-high global energy investment in 2025, driven by electricity and low-carbon technologies despite geopolitical and economic uncertainty.
QatarEnergy is set to begin liquefied natural gas production in the US by the end of 2025 and expand its North Field East project in Qatar starting mid-2026.
Physical and derivatives trading of liquefied natural gas in Asia reached unprecedented levels during the June pricing period, with a significant increase in bids and transactions amid the shoulder season.
Brussels announces a full exit from Russian gas by the end of 2027, despite a remaining 9% dependency and pressure on the global liquefied natural gas market.
During a visit to Guyana, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that any Venezuelan attack on the territory or oil infrastructure of Guyana would trigger a military response, heightening regional tensions.
Cut off from Iranian energy imports by Washington, Iraq accelerates commercial efforts in Africa while resuming oil exports through Turkey to quickly secure new economic and energy markets.
Under pressure from US sanctions, Iraq explores alternatives to Iranian gas to secure its electricity supply, notably turning to Qatar and Oman, while considering the installation of floating LNG terminals.
Qatar has started supplying natural gas to Syria via Jordan in order to alleviate electricity shortages and support the rebuilding of the country's energy infrastructure.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered an investigation into alleged price speculation by local gas suppliers in response to price spikes reaching up to 36%, and announced a new import agreement with Qatar.
Iran invests $17 billion to counteract declining reservoir pressure at South Pars, a gas field shared with Qatar, securing estimated reserves equivalent to around 363 billion barrels of oil.
Global demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) is expected to rise by 60% by 2040, driven by economic growth in Asia, emissions reduction efforts in industry and transport, and the impact of artificial intelligence, according to Shell.
The South African government is urging the acceleration of oil exploration in the offshore Orange Basin, shared with Namibia, to reduce the country’s energy dependence.
Suriname plans to drill at least 10 offshore wells by 2026, with investments estimated at $9.5 billion, aiming to exploit significant oil reserves and attract foreign capital.
The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) and the Qatar Fund for Development (QDF) have signed a $100 million financing agreement to connect the Gulf power grid with Oman. This strategic project, with a total cost exceeding $700 million, aims to enhance regional energy security and efficiency.
GAIL, Indian Oil, and BPCL are in talks with U.S. suppliers to purchase additional liquefied natural gas (LNG). The objective is to diversify supply sources and secure extra volumes following the lifting of U.S. export restrictions.
Amid trade tensions with the United States, Taiwan's state-owned CPC Corporation is exploring an increase in its purchases of American natural gas. This decision could reshape its supplier distribution and redefine its international energy relations.
After two record years of mergers and acquisitions in the oil and gas sector, upstream M&A activity is expected to slow down in 2025. Despite a deal pipeline valued at $150 billion, geopolitical tensions and restrictive fiscal policies are limiting new opportunities.
ExxonMobil and Qatar Energy begin a strategic drilling operation off the coast of Cyprus, targeting new natural gas deposits. This initiative reflects the European Union's quest to diversify its energy supply sources.
