Shell sells a 50% stake in Tobermory West of Shetland to Ithaca Energy, while retaining operatorship, reinforcing a partnership already tested on Tornado, amid high fiscal pressure and regulatory uncertainty in the North Sea.
Russian company Novatek applied major discounts on its liquefied natural gas cargoes to attract Chinese buyers, reviving sales from the Arctic LNG 2 project under Western sanctions.
Niigata’s governor is expected to approve the restart of one reactor at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, inactive since the Fukushima accident, reviving a strategic asset for Japan’s energy sector.
French hydrogen producer Lhyfe will deliver over 200 tonnes of RFNBO-certified hydrogen to a heavy mobility operator under a multi-year contract effective since 1 November 2025.
Plug Power was selected by Carlton Power to equip three UK-based projects totalling 55 MW, under an agreement subject to a final investment decision expected by early 2026.
Q ENERGY is simultaneously conducting the repowering and extension of its wind farm in Aude, with commissioning scheduled for late 2026 and a production goal equivalent to the consumption of 45,000 people.
A national tool led by ADEME lists agrivoltaic installations across France to support their regulatory oversight, as the sector sees rapid growth following the 2023 law.
ExxonMobil will shut down its Fife chemical site in February 2026, citing high costs, weak demand and a UK regulatory environment unfavourable to industrial investment.
The European Commission has approved a €1.75 bn ($2.03 bn) public subsidy from Germany to compensate energy company LEAG for the planned shutdown of its coal-fired power plants by 2038.
Polish state-owned group Orlen strengthens its North Sea presence by acquiring DNO’s stake in Ekofisk, while the Norwegian company shifts focus to fast-return projects.
The United Kingdom launches a taskforce led by the Energy Minister to strengthen the security of the national power grid after a full shutdown at Heathrow Airport caused by a substation fire.
The Syrian Petroleum Company has signed a memorandum of understanding with ConocoPhillips and Nova Terra Energy to develop gas fields and boost exploration amid ongoing energy shortages.
Cordelio Power has launched commercial operations of the Crossover wind farm in Arkansas, securing a 20-year power purchase agreement with Microsoft and closing $811mn in financing from North American banks.
Operator Fullmark Energy has finalised a $46mn investment tax credit transfer linked to its 125MW Redwood storage portfolio in Southern California, strengthening its ability to pursue further growth in the sector.
The French energy group triples its office space in Boston with a new headquarters featuring a customer experience centre and integrated smart technologies. Opening is scheduled for mid-2026.
New Delhi is seeking $68bn in Japanese investment to accelerate gas projects, develop hydrogen and expand LNG import capacity amid increased openness to foreign capital.
Shell extends its early participation premium to all eligible holders after collecting over $6.2bn in validly tendered notes as part of its financial restructuring operation.
Sweden’s parliament has approved a major reform authorising uranium extraction, opening the door to a reassessment of the economic potential of mining projects containing this strategic mineral.
French nuclear group Orano has confirmed the release of its representative in Niger, detained since May, as tensions remain high with the country’s junta over control of uranium assets.
EDF launches a sovereign digital platform to secure data exchanges between nuclear stakeholders, aiming to accelerate the construction of future EPR2 reactors.
ONE Nuclear Energy publishes a virtual presentation for investors detailing its industrial vision, ahead of its merger with Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. VII expected in the first half of 2026.
A majority of Americans now back nuclear energy, with strong approval for converting coal plants into nuclear sites and increasing public investment in sector technologies.
Alfa Laval extends its cooperation with EDF to supply heat exchangers for EPR2 projects across three nuclear sites, reinforcing its position in the French nuclear sector.
Hadron Energy formalises its regulatory plan with U.S. nuclear authorities ahead of its $1.2bn merger with GigCapital7, relying on early compliance to accelerate the commercial deployment of its microreactor.
The International Atomic Energy Agency denounces the ongoing inspection blockage at several damaged Iranian nuclear facilities, where stocks of highly enriched uranium remain.
Orano is testing an artificial intelligence-equipped robot for four months at its Melox site to assess its ability to assist in sensitive and repetitive industrial operations.
The UK’s Sizewell C project reaches a key milestone with a financing boost from EDF, including a loan guaranteed by Bpifrance and backing from the National Wealth Fund, with an estimated total cost of GBP38bn ($48.19bn).
NGE, through its subsidiary Sade, has won the contract for the cooling system networks (SEC) of six EPR2 reactors in France, a key project for nuclear safety and industrial innovation.
Constellation plans to increase the nuclear capacity of Calvert Cliffs in Maryland, with projects aimed at addressing the rising energy demand and supporting the state’s economic growth.
The UK's Office for Nuclear Regulation has granted formal consent to EDF Energy to decommission the Hinkley Point B nuclear power plant in Somerset, England, following its permanent shutdown in August 2022.
Illinois and New York take significant steps to develop additional nuclear capacity, aiming to strengthen their power generation while diversifying their sources.
US company Intuitive Machines has secured an additional contract to develop compact nuclear technology for lunar missions and extended space infrastructure.
Centrales Nucleares Almaraz-Trillo has officially requested the extension of operations for reactors Almaraz I and II until 2030, challenging the original timeline for the shutdown of Spain’s nuclear fleet.
US-based Amentum has secured strategic roles on a 15-year decommissioning framework in the United Kingdom, potentially worth up to £1.4bn ($1.9bn), through multiple projects at the Sellafield site.
Finland’s Olkiluoto nuclear plant will receive a €90mn ($104mn) loan from the European Investment Bank to upgrade units I and II as part of a programme aiming to extend their operational lifespan.
Electrabel has entrusted Framatome with upgrading the control system of the Tihange 3 reactor, reinforcing Belgium’s nuclear extension strategy launched in 2023.
