Spot prices rise on forecasts of reduced wind supply
The price of European immediate power rose on Wednesday, as the wind power generation in the region is expected to drop sharply. This will lead to a tightening of supply. LSEG analyst Guomarie Wyller forecasts…
Shell plans to deliver gas from Venezuela to Trinidad by 2026, according to sources
Shell Plc aims to start producing natural gas in Venezuela's Dragon field and export it to Trinidad and Tobago, an hour earlier than the initial 2027 start date. The project demonstrates the industry's hope…
Petronas still in talks with Sarawak about gas aggregator role
Malaysia's state-owned energy company Petronas announced on Saturday that it will continue discussions with multiple stakeholders after a report claiming that negotiations with Petros over the role of gas aggregator had reached a standstill.
Colombia regulator: Licenses for Petrobras and Ecopetrol offshore projects will be ready by mid-2026
Orlando Velandia of Colombia's hydrocarbons regulatory agency said that by mid-2026 the Brazilian state-run Petrobras, and its Colombian equivalent Ecopetrol, could have all the licenses they need to move forward with a joint offshore project in Colombia.
BP CEO: It's time to increase U.S. production of gas
HOUSTON, 11 March - BP will increase U.S. Natural Gas production in its onshore shale operation following the recent rise of domestic gas prices. CEO Murray Auchincloss announced this on Tuesday. Auchincloss…
Exports of Israeli natural gas to Egypt and Jordan will increase by 13.4% in 2024
Israel's Energy Ministry said that despite Israel's conflict with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, natural gas exports from Israel to Egypt and Jordan increased by 13.4% between 2024 and 2025. Eli Cohen…
After the Russian attacks, Ukraine plans to import 800 million cubic meters of gas by April.
Ukraine will import 800 million cubic meters (mcms) of gas in February and march to compensate for the sometimes 40% decrease in production following Russian missile attacks on the sector. A senior industry source said on Friday.
Ecopetrol, Colombia records the largest increase in oil and gas reserves proven in three years
Ecopetrol, the company owned by Colombia's majority government, reported that its proven oil and natural gas reserves increased to 1,89 billion barrels equivalent in 2024. In recent years, the country's oil…
Malaysian PM: Petronas will adhere to contractual commitments
Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, said that Petroliam Nasional Berhad, the state-owned energy company, will continue to fulfill all contractual obligations. This was after discussions over gas distribution…
Cyprus and Chevron led group agree on updated offshore field plan
Cyprus and the Chevron-led group have reached an agreement on a new development plan for an offshore gas field near Cyprus. The two parties released a joint press release on Friday. Chevron tried to change…
Sources: Validus Energy will buy natural gas producer, 89 Energy III, for $850 Million.
Sources familiar with the deal said that Validus Energy, a privately owned U.S. gas and oil producer, has agreed to purchase 89 Energy III, a rival company, for $850 million including debt. According to sources…
Germany's Gas Trading Hub to Hold Talks on How to Increase Storage Levels
The German gas trading hub said it will hold discussions with traders at a energy industry event in Essen on Tuesday evening to discuss ways to boost the country's declining gas reserves. Trading Hub Europe…
Tanzania hopes to complete talks on LNG project by June
Tanzania has begun discussions with investors about tax incentives for a project that is stalled to build a $42 billion plant of liquefied gas in the country. Energy Minister Doto Biteko announced this on Tuesday.
Chevron is struggling to replace its oil and gas reserves amid uncertainty surrounding the Hess deal
Chevron’s oil and natural gas reserves are at their lowest level in more than a decade. This highlights the importance of its planned acquisition of oil producers Hess, which has been stalled by a legal battle with Exxon Mobil.
Reports say that Malaysia's Petronas will cut jobs in order to survive.
Local media reported that Malaysia's Petronas, the state-owned energy company, will reduce its staff to ensure its survival in the face of increasing challenges within the global operating environment. The Petronas CEO was quoted as saying this.
OMV Petrom operating profit falls 57% due to lower prices and regulatory pressures
The Romanian oil-and-gas group OMV Petrom announced a 57% drop in its adjusted operating profit for the fourth quarter on Tuesday. It cited lower commodity prices as well as the impact of regulations for gas and electricity.
Moldovan PM: EU has provided 30 million euros for Transdniestria gas supply
Moldovan Prime Minster Dorin Recean announced on Monday that the European Union would provide 30 million euro ($31.5million) for the purchase and transportation of natural gas into Transdniestria - the region which has broken away from Moldova.
Enverus says that US energy mergers could slow down in 2025 due to smaller deal sizes.
According to an Enverus report released on Tuesday, the pace of U.S. public-to-public upstream mergers in 2025 could slow from its recent average of five mergers per year and deal sizes may also decrease. Consolidation in the U.S.
Nigerian oil reserves increase, production increases 26%, as theft declines
The industry regulator announced on Thursday that Nigeria's oil reserves will increase in 2024. Meanwhile, crude oil production will surge 26% from April 2023 to late 2024 due to a decline in theft. Nigeria…
Centrica: Britain's gas reserves are "concerningly small"
Centrica, the operator of Britain's largest storage facility, stated on Friday that Britain's gas levels were "concerningly" low, with less than one week's worth of gas left to be consumed following a recent cold snap.
