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Manila redraws oil supply routes as Iran war exposes energy risks
Since late February, the Philippines has been forced to rethink its oil procurement strategy after the outbreak of war in Iran on the 28th of the month disrupted shipping routes and exposed the country’s continued dependence on imported crude.
Guyana and Suriname poised to become regional natural gas leaders
Guyana and Suriname possess substantial natural gas resources that could position both countries as regional energy exporters, according to analysis from Wood Mackenzie.
IRGC strikes three more tankers in Strait of Hormuz as tensions with US flare up again
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) said they had struck three more oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, days after US President Donald Trump warned that any repeat of such attacks would be met by attacks on Iranian bridges and power plants.
Iran links three units at Chamshir hydropower plant to national grid
Iran has connected two 5.5-megawatt units and one 55-megawatt unit at the Chamshir Dam hydropower plant in the southwest to the national grid, the head of the Iran Water and Power Resources Development Co. (IWPCO) said.
Malawi commissions $20mn battery storage system to strengthen power grid
Malawi has commissioned a $20mn battery energy storage system (BESS) that is expected to improve electricity reliability by storing surplus solar power and stabilising the national grid, the Malawi Nation reported on July 29.
Talos Energy to farm into Repsol's Block 29 development off Mexico
US-based Talos Energy Inc. (NYSE: TALO) announced on July 27 it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a 50% working interest in the Block 29 development off the coast of Mexico, operated by Spanish firm Repsol.
IMF chief visited Vaca Muerta after meetings with Milei and Caputo
Argentina’s Economy Minister Luis Caputo said on July 27 that IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva had shown particular interest in the country’s energy sector and travelled to oil-rich Vaca Muerta in Neuquén province.
Argentina-Brazil gas project highlights strategic trade ties despite political tensions
Argentina and Brazil are pursuing a major regional infrastructure initiative to supply Brazilian markets with gas from the Vaca Muerta shale formation through Bolivia.
SolarAfrica, MPower partner on 184MW solar and storage project in South Africa
The Highveld Hybrid Energy project will be developed near eMalahleni and is expected to begin supplying wheeled electricity from 2029.
EnerSynk secures key approvals for 500MW Zambia solar project
Hungary-based climate infrastructure developer EnerSynk Group has secured regulatory and legal approvals for the contractual framework of a proposed 500MW solar power project in Zambia.
Romania's Nuclearelectrica and private partner defend SMR project after government criticism
Romanian state-controlled Nuclearelectrica and its private partner Nova Power&Gas have defended their decisions concerning the SMR project at Doicesti after a government control report raised concerns over the partnership.
EU expands African naval missions to track Russian shadow fleet
The EU has expanded the mandates of two naval operations off Africa to collect intelligence on vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet and suspected sanctions evasion
Tanzania courts Citi partnership to support inaugural Eurobond, LNG financing, capital market reforms
The government has largely completed negotiations on Tanzania’s proposed approximately $42bn LNG project, although internal issues among consortium partners remained unresolved.
Kazakhstan forecasts electricity surplus by end-2027
Kazakhstan expects to fully satisfy domestic electricity demand from the beginning of 2027 and generate a surplus of approximately 1.3bn kilowatt-hours (kWh) by the end of 2027.
Tanzania proposes gas pipeline to supply Uganda and Kenya
Tanzania has proposed a cross-border natural gas pipeline to supply Uganda and Kenya as it seeks to expand regional energy trade and strengthen its role as an energy supplier in East Africa.
Asia LNG prices climb to four-month peak
Fresh Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers departing Red Sea ports have also helped to extend the conflict to a second major maritime chokepoint, raising fears over global energy supplies.
Nigeria secures $150mn IsDB loan for 100MW solar project
Nigeria's Niger State has secured a $150mn loan from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) for a 100MW solar power project aimed at expanding electricity access, supporting industry and strengthening energy infrastructure
Slovak InoBat seeks Nasdaq listing through SPAC merger
CEO Marian Boček says Nasdaq listing would allow InoBat to expand manufacturing capacity and pursue transatlantic growth.
Taiwan cuts gas imports over diplomatic office closure
Taiwan has suspended spot market purchases of liquefied natural gas from Papua New Guinea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on July 29. The decision follows a sudden move by the Pacific nation to close Taiwan's representative office.
Philippines MGI signs geothermal drilling contract with ThermaPrime
Maibarara Geothermal Inc. awarded an exploratory drilling contract to ThermaPrime Drilling Corp., the company disclosed to the Philippine Stock Exchange.
Indonesian container terminal operator advance green port transformation with Chinese electric equipment procurement
Indonesia’s largest container terminal operator PT Jakarta International Container Terminal (JICT) has accelerated its transition to green energy
Indonesian capital to adopt emissions-based vehicle tax over proposed EV tax incentive rollbacks
South Korea funds $19.8bn Texas plant for AI
South Korea will build a $19.8bn gas-fired power plant in Encinal, Texas, as part of a bilateral trade pact to lower US import tariffs, energy sector sources reported on July 29.
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