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The US investment bank is restructuring its operations by merging its energy and utilities divisions to form a global power and energy unit.
Poland’s energy minister calls on European Union member states to collectively commit to halting Russian oil purchases within two years, citing increasing geopolitical risks.

Ukraine seeks $1bn to secure gas reserves ahead of winter

Despite gas stocks covering over 80% of winter needs, Kyiv must still import more to offset the impact of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.
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The Argentine government launches a national and international tender to sell 44% of Nucleo Electrica SA, continuing its policy of economic withdrawal through capital markets.
The European Commission and the United States plan to intensify their economic measures against Russia, targeting the energy sector and cryptocurrencies in a new sanctions package.

Adnoc withdraws $18.7 billion bid to acquire Santos

The consortium led by Adnoc ends its acquisition plans for Santos, the Australian liquefied natural gas supplier, citing commercial and contractual factors that impacted the evaluation of its offer.
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The global offshore wind market could more than double by 2030, driven by technological innovation, evolving marine substructures, and integration into high-voltage power grids.
After six months of suspended local institutions, Nigeria's federal government restores civilian power in oil-rich Rivers State as political tensions appear to ease.

Meyer Burger gives up on rescue amid Chinese pressure and US uncertainty

Facing falling Chinese prices and unstable energy policies in the United States, Swiss solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger announces the end of its recovery efforts.
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Athens and Tripoli engage in a negotiation process to define their exclusive economic zones in the Mediterranean, amid geopolitical tensions and underwater energy stakes.
Backed by flagship projects linked to EACOP and the Tilenga and Kingfisher fields, Uganda aims to lead Africa in new oil storage additions, with a projected impact on its revenues and financial flows by 2030.

Paris, Berlin and London give Iran ten days to avoid reinstated sanctions

European powers demand concrete steps from Tehran on nuclear issue or United Nations sanctions will be reinstated, as IAEA inspections remain blocked and tensions with Washington persist.
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Hive Hydrogen has received environmental authorisation for the Carissa Wind Energy Facility, now the largest permitted wind farm in South Africa with a planned capacity of 1,000 MW.
Elcogen opens a 14,000 m² facility near Tallinn, increasing annual capacity to 360 MW for Solid Oxide fuel cells and electrolysers, with backing from Baker Hughes and HD Hyundai.

Acciona Energía deploys a 412MWp solar plant in Rajasthan

Acciona Energía has completed the commissioning of its largest plant in India, a 412MWp solar facility capable of powering 840,000 households annually.
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Russia and Indonesia overtook Australia as South Korea's top thermal coal suppliers in August, driven by lower prices and more reliable logistics amid persistent Australian shipment delays.
Eskom must restart the entire administrative process for its Richards Bay gas plant after South Africa’s Supreme Court cancelled its permit, citing insufficient public consultation.

Hydrostor secures $55mn Canadian support for its storage project in Australia

The Canadian government grants $55mn funding to Hydrostor to support the development of its 200 MW Silver City storage project in New South Wales.
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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.
Sion Power has developed a vacuum deposition technology enabling the production of ultra-thin lithium-metal anodes, doubling cell life and allowing large-scale industrial manufacturing.
The Chief Executive Officer of TotalEnergies said that NextDecade would formalise on Tuesday a final investment decision for a new liquefaction unit under the Rio Grande LNG project in the United States.
Monkey Island LNG has awarded McDermott the design of a gas terminal with a potential capacity of 26 MTPA, using a modular format to increase on-site output density and reduce execution risks.

Two sanctioned Russian LNG carriers deliver to China despite restrictions

The Voskhod and Zarya vessels, targeted by Western sanctions, departed China’s Beihai terminal after potentially offloading liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project.
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ADNOC Gas will join the FTSE Emerging Index on September 22, potentially unlocking up to $250mn in liquidity, according to market projections.
Norwegian company BlueNord has revised downward its production forecasts for the Tyra gas field for the third quarter, following unplanned outages and more impactful maintenance than anticipated.

Monkey Island LNG integrates ConocoPhillips technology in strategic agreement

Monkey Island LNG adopts ConocoPhillips' Optimized Cascade® process for its 26 MTPA terminal in Louisiana, establishing a technology partnership focused on operational efficiency and competitive gas export pricing.
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NextDecade has signed a liquefied natural gas supply agreement with EQT for 1.5 million tonnes annually from Rio Grande LNG Train 5, pending a final investment decision.
Sawgrass LNG & Power has renewed its liquefied natural gas supply agreement with state-owned BNECL, consolidating a commercial cooperation that began in 2016.

Gazprom and CNPC seal binding agreement for the Power of Siberia 2 project

Gazprom and China National Petroleum Corporation have signed a binding memorandum to build the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, set to deliver 50 bcm of Russian gas per year to China via Mongolia.
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Permex Petroleum signed a $3 million purchase option on oil and gas assets in Texas to support a strategy combining energy production and Bitcoin mining.
Enbridge announces the implementation of two major natural gas transmission projects aimed at strengthening regional supply and supporting the LNG market.

Commonwealth LNG secures final non-FTA export authorization

Commonwealth LNG’s Louisiana liquefied natural gas project clears a decisive regulatory step with final approval from the U.S. Department of Energy for exports to non-free trade agreement countries.
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The Indonesian government confirmed the delivery of nine to ten liquefied natural gas cargoes for domestic demand in September, without affecting long-term export commitments.
The Egyptian government signs four exploration agreements for ten gas wells, allocating $343mn to limit the impact of the rapid decline in national production.

Hungary receives over 5 bn m³ of Russian gas via TurkStream in 2024

Hungary has imported over 5 billion cubic metres of Russian natural gas since January via TurkStream, under its long-term agreements with Gazprom, thereby supporting its national energy infrastructure.
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U.S. regulators have approved two major milestones for Rio Grande LNG and Commonwealth LNG, clarifying their investment decision timelines and reinforcing the country’s role in expanding global liquefaction capacity.
Hokkaido Gas is adjusting its liquefied natural gas procurement strategy with a multi-year tender and a long-term agreement, leveraging Ishikari’s capacity and price references used in the Asian market. —

KOGAS signs 3.3 mtpa of US LNG for ten years starting in 2028

Korea Gas Corporation commits to 3.3 mtpa of US LNG from 2028 for ten years, complementing new contracts to cover expired volumes and diversify supply sources and price indexation.
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Petrobangla plans to sign a memorandum with Saudi Aramco to secure liquefied natural gas deliveries under a formal agreement, following a similar deal recently concluded with the Sultanate of Oman.
CTCI strengthens its position in Taiwan with a new EPC contract for a regasification unit at the Kaohsiung LNG terminal, with a capacity of 1,600 tonnes per hour.