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Brazil’s Petrobras moves into biofuels push
Brazil’s state-controlled oil producer Petrobras has approved investment in a biorefining facility that will produce renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, marking a step into low-carbon fuels alongside its core crude oil operations.
QatarEnergy says explosion at Barzan gas plant kills 13
An explosion at Qatar's Barzan gas plant in Ras Laffan killed 13 people and injured 66 after an operational incident during start-up, QatarEnergy said, with the energy minister stressing it was an accident, not sabotage.
Kuwait tenders first spot naphtha cargo since Iran conflict escalation
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has issued a tender to sell spot naphtha cargoes for loading in July, marking its first such offering since tensions between the US and Iran escalated.
Brazil’s PRIO brings fourth Wahoo well online
Brazilian oil and gas producer PRIO has started production from a fourth well at its Wahoo subsea tie-back project in the Campos Basin offshore Brazil.
Rare protest breaks out in Turkmenistan over power outages as economic crisis deepens
Hundreds of residents in the southeastern Turkmen city of Mary staged an unusually public protest on June 17 over chronic power outages, an extraordinary act of dissent in a country where demonstrations are almost unheard of.
Iraq to export 50,000 bpd of crude via Syria from July
Iraq is preparing to begin exporting around 50,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil through Syria from July, as part of a government strategy to diversify export routes and reduce reliance on traditional Gulf shipping corridors.
Syrian Petroleum Company inaugurates steam boiler project at Homs refinery
The Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC) has commissioned a new Serbian-made steam boiler at the Homs refinery, in a move aimed at supporting production operations and improving the facility's operational readiness.
Lithuanian carbon farming programme secures first corporate buyers
Several international companies have purchased the first carbon credits generated by local farmers in Lithuania.
AEC and Côte d’Ivoire discuss upstream growth and Africa Energy Bank progress
The African Energy Chamber has held high-level talks in Côte d’Ivoire on expanding upstream activity, attracting new investment and advancing the establishment of the Africa Energy Bank.
Zambia confirms Vitol as exclusive Tazama pipeline fuel supplier
Zambia has finally disclosed that global commodities trader Vitol is the exclusive supplier of diesel through the Tazama pipeline, a temporary arrangement introduced to safeguard fuel supplies following disruptions in global oil markets.
Cocaine trade overtakes oil as Colombia's largest export
Colombia’s booming cocaine trade generated about $16.5bn in 2024, surpassing petroleum exports for the first time in more than a decade and accounting for roughly 4.4% of gross domestic product, according to a study by Eafit University’s Centre.
Cuba pushes renewable drive as US sanctions squeeze fuel supplies
Cuba is accelerating its energy transition programme while grappling with severe fuel shortages caused by tighter US sanctions, First Deputy Energy and Mines Minister Argelio Jesús Abad said during a visit to Uruguay
Australia's Melbana halts Cuba project support after US sanctions on Cupet
Australia's Melbana Energy has suspended its direct financial, technical and administrative support for its Block 9 oil exploration project in Cuba after the US government sanctioned state-owned oil company Cupet, the firm's contractual partner
Brazil's antitrust regulator clears Ecopetrol's acquisition of Brava Energia without conditions
Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) approved without restrictions Ecopetrol's acquisition of control in Brava Energia, removing a significant regulatory obstacle though operational completion remains contingent
Norwegian Scatec eyes $5bn investments in Egypt across renewables and green infrastructure
Croatia's Kvarner islands expand solar push as summer demand strains grid
Croatia’s Kvarner islands are accelerating investments in solar energy as rising summer demand driven by tourism puts pressure on local electricity supply.
EBRD to lend €46mn to modernise Bosnia's power grid
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will lend up to €46mn to Bosnia & Herzegovina’s power transmission operator, Elektroprenos-Elektroprijenos BiH Banja Luka (TransCo), to strengthen the country’s...
Bosnia joins global programme to curb methane emissions from energy sector
Bosnia & Herzegovina has joined an international initiative aimed at reducing methane emissions from the energy sector, as the country seeks to strengthen regulation of pollution from its coal industry, programme organisers said...
US lifts Iran oil sanctions for 60 days as exports surge
The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iran’s oil sector for 60 days, allowing the Islamic Republic to produce, sell and deliver crude oil and related products as Washington and Tehran press ahead with negotiations.
Serbia begins planning work for gas power plant in Niš
Serbia has started preparing planning documentation for the construction of a gas-fired power plant in the southern city of Niš, part of a strategic energy project being developed with Azerbaijan.
Bulgaria records EU’s sharpest fuel price rise in May
Fuel prices rose in all EU member states, with the steepest increases recorded in Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Lithuania and Romania.
Oman targets $2.6 bn franchise ecosystem through expanded brand development drive
Oman unveiled on June 21 the fifth edition of a national franchise development programme aimed at transforming homegrown businesses into regional and international brands.
Crowdfunding gains momentum in Oman, financing 243 projects in 2025
Crowdfunding is rapidly emerging as a viable alternative financing channel in Oman, with the number of projects funded through licensed platforms more than doubling in 2025, the Sultanate’s financial regulator announced on June 21.
Zambia signs 500MW solar and battery deal with South Korea's KS Eco Solutions amid hydropower drop
Zambia has signed a deal with South Korea's KS Eco Solutions Holdings to develop a 500MW solar plant and a 500MWh battery storage system, as the country seeks to diversify away from hydropower.
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