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Ukraine's government appoints a new supervisory board for Naftogaz, aimed at addressing previous corruption issues and bringing experienced international members to the energy sector.

Iran has launched severe attacks on major energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in the region.

Nigeria's NNPC Gas Master Plan 2026 aims to transform the country's gas sector into a coordinated commercial market, addressing supply shortages amidst abundant reserves.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued an executive order aimed at stopping revenue leakages in Nigeria's oil and gas sector by mandating direct remittance of petroleum proceeds to the Federation Account.

Experts warn that the recent attacks by the US and Israel on Iran may lead to significant instability in the energy markets, particularly impacting the gas sector.

New Brunswick is importing LNG from Australia despite having significant natural gas reserves domestically.

Iran aims to convince US President Trump to support a nuclear agreement and avoid war by offering financial incentives in its oil and gas sector.

Governor Fábio Mitidieri of Sergipe announced the finalization of the acquisition of 100% of Sergas shares, following substantial investments in the state's gas sector.

The Estonian Ministry of Climate expresses hope that the forestry sector can still meet its climate goals despite a recent forecast predicting higher greenhouse gas emissions than agreed upon.

Brazilian air industry experts highlight challenges in meeting the country's future fuel law aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2027.

Bayo Ojulari, CEO of Nigerian National Petroleum Company, has been awarded a Fellowship from the Energy Institute in the UK, marking a significant achievement in the global energy sector.

The CEO of Centrica, which owns British Gas, received a significant pay package of £4.7 million despite the company experiencing a sharp decline in profits.

A suspected carbon-monoxide leak at a mine in Nigeria has resulted in at least 37 fatalities, marking another deadly incident in the country's mining sector.

Centrica, the owner of British Gas, has halted its share buyback program following a substantial drop in profits.

Repsol reported a net profit of 1.889 billion euros for 2025, showing an 8.1% increase from the previous year, amidst fluctuating oil and gas prices.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board has reaffirmed the mandatory requirement for a 1% levy for the Nigerian Content Development Fund from operators in the oil and gas sector.

Eni has discovered a new hydrocarbon deposit named Calao Sud in Ivory Coast, estimated to hold around 1.4 billion barrels of oil and natural gas.

An Indian company won a major contract for a key gas pipeline in Vaca Muerta, sidelining Techint, a giant in Argentina's industrial sector, prompting analysis of the implications for national industry and corporate dynamics.

The United States has relaxed energy sector sanctions on Venezuela, enabling global oil companies to resume operations and invest in the country's oil and gas industry.

Libya has awarded exploration licenses for five oil and gas blocks to major foreign energy companies as part of an effort to revitalize its energy sector.

The NNPC CEO advocates for unified gas pricing and collaborative investments across Africa to enhance energy sector efficiencies.

A recent study by Moniepoint reveals that digital payments now comprise 43% of fuel transactions in Nigeria's oil sector, highlighting a significant move away from cash.

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has defended the spending on the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt Refinery, arguing that it is not a waste of public funds.

The Nigerian House of Representatives has established a seven-member panel to conduct a forensic audit of gas supplied to power generation companies due to concerns over gas being provided to inactive facilities.

A Saudi-American alliance is set to explore and produce oil and gas in northeastern Syria, reflecting a surge in foreign investments in the country's energy sector following significant political and economic changes.

Rosebank, a London-listed oil and gas company, is reportedly in discussions for a US takeover valued at £2.2 billion.

The Nigerian Exchange Limited reached a record market capitalization of N110.23 trillion, driven by significant gains in the Oil & Gas sector.

Mexican state-owned Pemex has awarded a contract for a crude oil and natural gas field to a company controlled by Carlos Slim, further consolidating his influence in the energy sector.

The Government of Ghana has secured a $3.5 billion investment from oil and gas partners to revitalize the sector and expand production.

The Government of Ghana has signed a $3.5 billion investment agreement to enhance oil and gas production with Jubilee/TEN and OCTP partners.

Experts expressed cautious optimism about the future of the natural gas sector in global markets at the closing of the 21st International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas held in Doha, Qatar.

NNPC's CEO Bayo Ojulari has outlined a multi-layered strategy focusing on fuel availability and refinery partnerships to overcome challenges in Nigeria's energy sector over the next few years.

The oil and gas sector significantly contributed to Argentina's economic growth and export expansion in 2025, despite a mainly stagnant economy.

The African Energy Bank has announced a $10 billion initiative to support energy projects in Nigeria, Angola, and Libya, as part of increased investments in the continent's oil and gas sector.

The 21st edition of the Liquefied Natural Gas Conference has kicked off in Doha, focusing on the latest market trends and innovative technologies shaping the future of the LNG industry amid challenges in the energy sector.

Nigeria's government asserts that its oil and gas sector can accommodate both foreign and local companies, emphasizing the importance of local content for industrial growth.

At the International Gas Conference in Qatar, leaders from major natural gas companies sharply criticized European policymakers for environmental restrictions on the gas sector, highlighting a projected increase in global gas demand in the coming years.

The article discusses Orlen Upstream Norway's participation in new gas concessions in Norway, their growth strategies in the Norwegian gas market, technological advancements impacting project profitability, the significance of the APA concession round for gas resource acquisition, assessment criteria used by the Norwegian government for concession allocation, and Orlen's progress in the Norwegian extraction sector.

Egypt signed two memorandums of understanding with Syria to enhance cooperation in the energy sector, focusing on natural gas supply and meeting Damascus's petroleum product needs.

The article discusses forecasts for oil and gas extraction on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, future investments in the sector, Norway's significance for Europe's energy security, and plans by Orlen regarding gas extraction in Norway.

Hamburg has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 43% since 1990, but still has a long way to go to meet its 70% reduction target by 2030, especially in the transportation sector.

The first American liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipment has arrived in Alexandroupolis to meet the needs of the Bulgarian market, marking a significant milestone for METLEN and the International Energy Supply & Trading sector.

A consortium of Polish banks, including Bank Pekao, has finalized a historic project finance deal for the construction of two modern CCGT gas-steam units in the Kozienice Power Plant with a total power capacity of 1336 MWe.