Moscow, Russia--Gazprom has set a new record for daily gas supplies to China via the Power of Siberia pipeline on December 16, the company said in a statement."On December 16, China’s application for the supply of Russian gas through the Power of Siberia gas pipeline once again exceeded the daily...

COP28 has debated a historic first-ever global "phase-out" from oil, gas and coal, the main culprits in a planetary crisis of warming. A draft put forward on Monday by COP28 president Sultan Al Jaber fell well short, instead presenting reductions in fossil fuels as one of several options.

Dubai, UAE - The OPEC oil cartel said Saturday there was no "single solution" to the energy transition as pressure grows to agree a phase-out of fossil fuels at the COP28 climate talks."There is no single solution or path to achieve a sustainable energy future," said a speech by OPEC secretary general...

Despite efforts by the OPEC oil cartel to block any text targeting fossil fuels at COP28, Chinese envoy Xie Zhenhua told reporters that "some progress" has been made on the issue. "If we do not resolve this issue, I don't see much chance in having a successful COP28," he said.

In a note to the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and UN Climate Change body, shared with AFP, climate scientists from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and Exeter University said there was very little room for anything but a total phase-out of fossil fuels.

The investment opportunities are being explored in offshore gas projects.

Abu Dhabi, UAE--Egyptian Petroleum Minister Tarek el Molla announced an agreement on laying down a detailed road map for cutting methane emissions of the petroleum and gas sector in Egypt via the offered technical support.According to the Middle East News Agency (MENA), the agreement is scheduled to be signed by...

Dubai, UAE-- The UAE and Turkmenistan have agreed to enhance bilateral ties in all fields, particularly in the development sectors, in the "interests of the two friendly countries and peoples."The resolve to boost ties was expressed during a meeting between UAE's vice president Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed and Turkmenistan President...

Dubai, UAE--The COP28 Presidency Saudi Arabia have launched a landmark Oil and Gas Decarbonisation Charter (OGDC), a global industry charter dedicated to speeding up climate action and achieving high-scale impact across the oil and gas sectors.To date, 50 companies, representing more than 40 percent of global oil production have signed...

"This declaration is the moment when food truly comes of age in the climate process, sending a powerful signal to the nations of the world that we can only keep the 1.5 degree goal in sight if we act fast," said the group's CEO Ani Dasgupta.

Western energy firms are the usual suspects when it comes to criticism about the sector's role in climate change, but a less visible lineup of powerful state companies dominates the industry. They will all share the limelight at the UN climate talks that opened Thursday in Dubai, as COP28 president...

Fujairah, UAE - High in remote mountains in the oil-rich Emirates, a new plant will soon take atmospheric CO2 and pump it into rock -- part of controversial attempts to target planet-heating emissions without abandoning fossil fuels.Using novel technology developed by Omani start-up 44.01, the solar-powered plant will suck carbon dioxide...

The leaders of the US Central Intelligence Agency and Israel's Mossad were scheduled to meet Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, the source said, adding that Egyptian officials were also taking part. The informed source said CIA director Bill Burns and Mossad head David Barnea would hold a...

Paris, France - The president of a pivotal UN climate summit defended on Saturday the large presence of industry representatives at the negotiations, saying private sector engagement was essential to curb global heating."Everyone needs to be part of this process and everyone needs to be held responsible and everyone needs to...

Paris, France--Oil and gas producers face pivotal choices about their role in the global energy system amid a worsening climate crisis fuelled in large part by their core products, according to a major new special report from the IEA.The report shows how the industry can take a more responsible approach...

Paris, France--The International Energy Agency on Thursday called on oil and gas companies to devote half of their investments to clean energy by 2030, urging them to face a "moment of truth" at next week's COP28, the largest UN climate change conference ever held.The IEA urged producers to make the "pivotal...

Muscat, Oman--Oman LNG has entered into a sale-and-purchase agreement (SPA) with BP to deliver a total of 1 million metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG to BP.The agreement strengthens the robust relationship between Oman LNG and BP, with which the company has previously signed SPAs to supply reliable energy...

Cairo, Egypt - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday said she was opposed to the "forced displacement of Palestinians" during a meeting in Cairo with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.Von der Leyen "thanked Egypt for its key role in providing and facilitating humanitarian aid to vulnerable Palestinians", during...

According to a report "Fragile Equilibrium: LNG Trade Dynamics and Market Risks" China has surged ahead of Japan to become the world's largest LNG importer. The US became the top LNG exporter in 2023. The IEF's secretary general said that demand for LNG has grown and continues to "enhance energy...

The company's third-quarter revenue grew by 8% to $5.80 billion.

Due to US sanctions against Iran, Baghdad cannot pay Tehran directly for its gas. Baghdad's unpaid bills to Tehran for past gas imports amount to some $10 billion, according to the senior official.

Germany's Urgewald, along with 50 other NGOs, analyzed the investment plans of 1,623 companies involved in the oil and gas industry - representing 95 percent of global hydrocarbon production. Urgewald estimates that 539 companies -- including Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy and Russia's Gazprom are preparing to produce an extra 230 billion...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has formally announced the signing of a share subscription agreement to infuse capital into Alkhorayef Petroleum, a subsidiary of Alkhorayef Group. Through this agreement, PIF secures a 25 percent shareholding in the oil and gas production optimization solutions provider, with Alkhorayef...

Mystery has surrounded who was behind the blasts that damaged the pipelines, cutting off a major route for Russian gas exports to Europe and fuelling already high tensions over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Different theories have emerged pointing the finger at Ukraine, Russia or the United States. All have denied...

The oil giant had posted a net loss of $2.2bn the previous year.

London, United Kingdom - Britain on Monday awarded 27 new licenses for oil and gas exploration in the North Sea as it seeks to quickly boost energy security, but the announcement angered environmentalists.The Conservative government has argued that drilling for new oil and gas is necessary to bolster Britain's energy security...

This drop is smaller than the 31 percent fall in Q2.

The drop was due to sharply lower gas prices and offshore wind problems.

"Without policy intervention, direct and indirect emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration are projected to rise 90 percent above 2017 levels by the year 2050," a UN report warned in 2020.

The French energy firm earned a net profit of $6.7 billion.

In June last year Eni agreed a deal with QatarEnergy for a 3.1 percent share in Qatar's North Field East project, the first phase of the Gulf emirate's expansion into the largest gas field on the planet, which extends into Iranian territory. The deal with Eni follows a quick succession...

Last year Shell inked a deal with QatarEnergy for a 9.4% stake in Qatar's North Field South project, the second phase in the expansion of the world's largest gas field, extending under the Gulf into Iranian territory. Later it also agreed to a 6.25% share in the first phase of...

This is the company's biggest takeover since 1990 acquisition of Mobil.

Doha, Qatar - Qatar has agreed to supply France's TotalEnergies with natural gas for 27 years, its state energy company announced on Wednesday.Qatar will supply 3.5 million tonnes of gas a year under the deal, QatarEnergy said, following two agreements with Total last year for a share of the Gulf state's huge...

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The Arab Development Establishment (ARDECO) has revealed that it is in talks with several international companies in the oil and gas sector to establish joint ventures boosting Abu Dhabi's industrial base.Yousef Al Nowais, CEO of the Arab Development Establishment (ARDECO), said the joint ventures will help support...

They will conduct a study to build a direct air-capture facility.

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Top executives from South Korean companies have affirmed that numerous firms are actively looking to expand and inject new investments into the UAE's oil and gas sector, noting that the UAE is attracting capital seeking unprecedented growth and prosperity opportunities worldwide.In statements to Emirates News Agency...

Algeria's president has named Rachid Hachichi as new CEO.

WASHINGTON, US - President Joe Biden's administration on Friday announced it would auction three new oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico, triggering a furious reaction from environmental groups who said the move would accelerate climate change.Biden, who faces re-election next year, has repeatedly broken his promise made as...

The deal will be Aramco's first international investment in LNG.

JERUSALEM - Israeli and Lebanese troops exchanged tear gas fire on Saturday on a disputed and highly militarised section of the demarcation line with the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, the two armies said.The Israeli army said its troops used "riot dispersal means" to turn around a Lebanese earthmover that had strayed...

LONDON, UK- The UK looked set to backtrack on Wednesday on policies aimed at achieving net zero emissions by 2050 with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expected to water down some of the government's green commitments.The move comes amid growing concern over the potential financial cost of the government's policies to achieve...

Abu Dhabi, UAE - The new UAE sports aims to establish a unified governance framework for all sports organizations and categories in the UAE, fostering collaboration between public and private sectors. Unveiled by the UAE General Authority of Sports (GAS), the law encourages participation in sports across society, and aims to...

Energy, banking and financial services, and industrial sector companies are among the largest in the Middle East, especially the Gulf Cooperation Council region.

Tehran, Iran - Iran has seized two oil tankers allegedly carrying smuggled fuel in the Gulf and arrested their crews, state television announced on Friday."The Revolutionary Guards naval forces seized two ships over the course of the last two days," state television said, citing Mohammad-Sharif Shirali, a Guards commander."The seized tankers......

Putin first raised the idea of creating "a gas hub in Turkey for supplies to other countries" during talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the Kazakh capital Astana last October. Erdogan then instructed his government to start immediate preparations for "an international distribution center" in Turkey.

Brussels, Belgium--On Wednesday, Members of European Parliament (MEPs) approved a new law to increase the uptake of sustainable fuels, such as advanced biofuels or hydrogen, in the aviation sector.The RefuelEU aviation rules are part of the “Fit for 55 package”, the EU’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at...

The IEA's annual World Energy Outlook, due out next month, will show that "the world is on the cusp of a historic turning point," executive director Fatih Birol wrote in the FT.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The second pilot of a helicopter that crashed off the coast of the United Arab Emirates has been found dead, authorities said Monday, days after he was declared missing.A first pilot was confirmed dead on Friday after the Bell 212 helicopter went down the night before in...

More bad news for the wind energy sector, which is at the heart of the UK's plan to become a net zero carbon emitter by 2050, arrived this week when the government's auction of permits to build offshore wind farms failed due to a lack of takers. Russia's invasion of...