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The Allrig group is expanding its operations in Saudi Arabia, supported by AstroLabs, to boost energy efficiency and address the growing needs of the local oil sector.
The Department of Energy cancels the $4.9bn federal guarantee intended for Grain Belt Express, an electrical interconnection planned between Kansas and Missouri.

Repsol faces sharp drop in half-year profit after Iberian power outage

Repsol's net profit fell to €603mn in the first half, impacted by oil market volatility and a massive power outage that disrupted its activities in Spain and Portugal.
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Saipem and Subsea7 formalise their merger agreement, resulting in the creation of Saipem7, an international energy services player with consolidated revenue of €21bn and an order backlog of €43bn.
Spanish group Naturgy reports an unprecedented net profit, driven by rising electricity prices and increased use of its gas-fired power plants since the major Iberian grid outage.

Hungary confirms launch of Paks-2 with Rosatom by autumn

Hungary reaffirms its intent to double the capacity of its Paks nuclear power plant in partnership with Rosatom, with concrete works expected to begin in the autumn.
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SUEZ and RATP Group formalise a supply contract for 100 GWh of renewable electricity per year, over a maximum period of sixteen years, powering the operations of the world’s third largest urban transport operator.
TotalEnergies reports a significant decrease in net profit and revenue for the second quarter, while relying on growth in its hydrocarbon and electricity production to sustain profitability and global ambitions.

Lhyfe raises €2.5mn from citizens to support green hydrogen in Europe

The first European citizen funding campaign dedicated to green hydrogen enabled Lhyfe to collect €2.5mn from nearly 1,200 investors, strengthening the development of new sites in France and Germany.
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The British government is increasing by 11% the guaranteed price for offshore wind electricity to support projects facing inflation and supply chain constraints.
The Hague court has authorised the release of Gazprom’s shares in Wintershall Noordzee, following a judicial decision after several months of legal proceedings involving Ukrainian companies.

Europe’s solar slowdown marks the first decline in a decade

Solar growth in the European Union is seeing its first annual contraction in ten years, following reduced subsidies and shifting budget priorities in several member states.
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In the face of renewable energy intermittency, Power-to-Hydrogen-to-Power (PtP) technology could revolutionize energy storage. However, its adoption still depends on cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
SSE plc invests up to €300mn ($326mn) in a new 170MW power plant in County Meath, aiming to ensure energy security and support the growing demand on Ireland's power grid.

Egypt accelerates oil arrears payments to revive gas sector

The Egyptian government has paid over $1 billion to oil majors to secure natural gas production and restore international investor confidence.
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Arabelle Solutions, a subsidiary of EDF, will provide turbine island equipment for the first BWRX-300 small modular reactor project in Canada, marking a milestone for the industrialisation of SMRs in North America.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies announce a strategic partnership with the creation of a joint venture to operate a liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering vessel with a capacity of 20,000 m³, based in Rotterdam.

Global gas flaring hits record level of 151 bcm, weighing on the industry

The amount of gas flared globally surged to 151 billion cubic meters, the highest level in nearly twenty years, resulting in losses estimated at 63 billion USD and raising concerns for energy security.
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A USD 1.1 billion refinery project in Ndola, signed with Fujian Xiang Xin Corporation, aims to meet Zambia's domestic demand and potentially support regional exports.
According to Ember, only 3% of India’s wind and solar targets for 2032 would be sufficient to cover the entire electric vehicle charging demand, provided appropriate measures are taken for grid management and charging infrastructure.
European Union member states have requested to keep their national strategies for phasing out Russian gas by 2027 confidential, citing security concerns and market disruption risks, according to a document revealed by Reuters.
TotalEnergies becomes a member of PJM Interconnection, expanding its trading capabilities in North America's largest wholesale electricity market. The decision strengthens the company's presence in the United States.

Turkey plans to start gas supplies to Syria soon, says energy minister

Turkey has connected its gas grid to Syria’s and plans to begin supplying gas for power generation in the coming weeks, according to Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar.
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Despite record electricity demand, China sees no significant increase in LNG purchases due to high prices and available alternative supplies.
US natural gas production and consumption are expected to reach record highs in 2025, before slightly declining the following year, according to the latest forecasts from the US Energy Information Administration.

Naftogaz Launches New Gas Well Despite Declining Production

Naftogaz announces the launch of a natural gas well with a daily output of 383,000 cubic meters, amid a sharp decline in Ukrainian production following several military strikes on its strategic facilities.
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Sonatrach and ENI have signed a $1.35 billion production-sharing agreement aiming to extract 415 million barrels of hydrocarbons in Algeria's Berkine basin, strengthening energy ties between Algiers and Rome.
Maple Creek Energy is soliciting proposals for its advanced 1,300 MW gas project in MISO Zone 6, targeting long-term contracts and strategic co-location partnerships with accelerated connection to the regional power grid.

VMOS secures USD 2 billion to finance its flagship Vaca Muerta project

VMOS signs a USD 2 billion loan to finance the construction of the Vaca Muerta South pipeline, aiming to boost Argentina's energy production while reducing costly natural gas imports.
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According to a Wood Mackenzie report, Argentina could achieve daily gas production of 180 million cubic metres per day by 2040, aiming to become a key regional supplier and a significant exporter of liquefied natural gas.
Côte d'Ivoire and the Italian group Eni assess progress on the Baleine energy project, whose third phase plans a daily production of 150,000 barrels of oil and 200 million cubic feet of gas for the Ivorian domestic market.

Heatwave in China: Electricity Demand Surges, LNG Imports Slow

The extreme heatwave in China has led to a dramatic rise in electricity consumption, while Asia records a significant drop in liquefied natural gas imports amid a tight global energy context.
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E.ON, together with MM Neuss, commissions Europe’s first fully automated cogeneration plant, capable of achieving a 91 % fuel-use rate and cutting CO₂ emissions by 22 000 t a year.
Facing the lowest temperatures recorded in 30 years, the Argentine government announces reductions in natural gas supply to industries to meet the exceptional rise in residential energy demand across the country.

Strong Rise in Solar Power Reduces Summer Demand for Natural Gas

Solar power generation increased sharply in the United States in June, significantly reducing natural gas consumption in the power sector, despite relatively stable overall electricity demand.
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Golden Pass LNG, jointly owned by Exxon Mobil and QatarEnergy, has asked US authorities for permission to re-export liquefied natural gas starting October 1, anticipating the imminent launch of its operations in Texas.
Delfin Midstream reserves gas turbine manufacturing capacity with Siemens Energy and initiates an early works programme with Samsung Heavy Industries, ahead of its anticipated final investment decision in the autumn.

DNO secures USD 500 million financing linked to Norwegian gas

Norwegian group DNO ASA signs gas offtake contract with ENGIE and secures USD 500 million financing from a major US bank to guarantee future revenues from its Norwegian gas production.
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Golar LNG Limited has completed a private placement of $575mn in convertible bonds due in 2030, using part of the proceeds to repurchase and cancel 2.5 million of its own common shares, thus reducing its share capital.
Shell Canada Energy announces shipment of the first liquefied natural gas cargo from its LNG Canada complex, located in Kitimat, British Columbia, primarily targeting fast-growing Asian economic and energy markets.