WASHINGTON, DC (By SOUTHCOM, 10.Oct.2026, Words: 103) — US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) is mobilizing military forces to support Department of State-led US government relief operations in Panama following the Oct. 9 earthquake. SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan has directed immediate support to help the people of Panama, including on-the-ground […]
Milei’s economic bloodbath: 32,290 businesses have closed down in Argentina
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 10.Oct.2026, Words: ) — A total of 32,290 businesses have closed their doors in Argentina since the ultraliberal Javier Milei assumed the presidency in late 2013, with policies that have negatively impacted the retail sector and various industrial branches, reported El Economista. […]
Panama declares state of emergency after powerful quake
PANAMA CITY, PANAMA (By Xinhua, 10.Oct.2026, Words: 223) — Panama declared a state of emergency on Saturday to coordinate relief efforts and assist communities affected by a powerful earthquake that struck the country Friday. Presidency Minister Juan Carlos Orillac told a press conference at the presidential palace that the declaration […]
CFE and PEMEX prepare for arrival of Simon, Luz Elena says
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Isaac Silvestre, Editores Latin Petroleum, 10.Oct.2026, Words: 251) — Brigades from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and PEMEX are prepared to attend any eventuality related to the arrival hurricane Simón. This, in coordination with the agencies of the government of Mexico. Simón has intensified to a Category 3 […]
Norway’s growing $2tn oil empire and Venezuela’s lost opportunity
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Sep.2026, Words: 130) — Impressive total market value (2024) of 19.7T NOK in Norway. This, according to the Norge Bank Investment Management‘s market value growth since inception “This image of Norway’s sovereign wealth fund fills me with deep envy and sadness,” Summa […]
PRESS DIGEST 10Oct2026: Milei’s economic bloodbath; CUB oil debt
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 10.Oct.2026, Words: 220) — Company briefs spanning details on Petrojam, PDVSA, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Teikoku Databank, among others as well as comments from Canada’s PM Mark Carney. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN ARGENTINA — Argentina lost 32,300 businesses and […]
Pence lashes out at Trump’s Russian pivot for fuel
WASHINGTON, DC (By Mike Pence via X, 10.Oct.2026, Words: 286) — President Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian fuel amidst Putin’s ongoing and brutal attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine makes no sense and is a betrayal of the legacy and leadership of the late Senator Lindsey Graham. While […]
Venezuela eyes raising $12bn in financing over next 2 years
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 9.Oct.2026, Words: 103) — Venezuela could raise an estimated $12bn in financing over the next 2 years with its return to the multilateral financial system. These would include resuming relations with institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World […]
Transocean reveals contract backlog of $1.1bn, including fully approved Equinor deal
STEINHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND [By Transocean, 9.Oct.2026, Words: 125) — Transocean Ltd. announced a new contract award representing approximately $62mn in firm contract backlog and the formal approval of the previously announced Equinor agreement resulting in conversion of the $1bn contract value to firm backlog. The Transocean Norge was awarded a two-well contract […]
PRESS DIGEST 9Oct2026: April comes twice; oil prices
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 9.Oct.2026, Words: 256) — Company briefs spanning details on the Colombian LPG Association (GASNOVA) and JP Morgan, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN HONDURAS — In 2025, consumption of auto LPG reached 96,000 tons annually, a 17% increase v 2024. The country […]
Venezuela boasts 105 strategic agreements with PDVSA in 2026
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 8.Oct.2026, Words: 111) — Venezuela boasts negotiations on 105 strategic agreements associated with state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) in less than a year. Of these agreements, 61 have already been signed while the remaining 44 are under negotiation, Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez announced […]
Rodríguez prioritizes monetary sovereignty and exchange stability
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 8.Oct.2026, Words: 190) — During the installation of the 82nd annual assembly of Fedecámaras, Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez announced efforts to prioritize monetary sovereignty and exchange stability to boost the economy. During her discource on 8 Oct. 2026, Rodríguez reported the growth […]
Rodríguez addresses 82nd Fedecámaras annual assembly, talks around reforms
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores LatinPetroleum, 8.Oct.2026, Words: 260) — Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez reported on the progress of judicial reforms, parliamentary dialogue, and a legislative package aimed at democratic coexistence and streamlining the state, during her address at the 82nd annual assembly of Fedecámaras. During her discourse on […]
PRESS DIGEST 8Oct2026: SLB and MEEI talks; COL-VEN gas pipeline
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 8.Oct.2026, Words: 253) — Company briefs spanning details on Fedecámaras, OFAC, Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries (MEEI) and SLB, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN COLOMBIA — an estimated $66mn investment and OFAC approval are needed to […]
Sheinbaum comments on Mexicana, AIFA, Tren Maya and Grupo Mundo Maya
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Editores Latin Petroleum, 8.Oct.2026, Words: 219) — Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo highlighted that Mexicana, the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), Tren Maya, and Grupo Mundo Maya are meeting their objectives month after month and are on track with their plans. “The companies are […]
Johan Sverdrup crude hits record US$24/bbl premium to Brent
LONDON / HOUSTON / SINGAPORE (By WoodMac, 7.Oct.2026, Words: 825) — As Saudi Arabia’s suspension of its East-West pipeline drives medium-sour crude prices above US$140/bbl and European refiners scramble for alternatives, a new Wood Mackenzie analysis finds Johan Sverdrup crude has hit a record US$24/bbl premium to Brent, putting field partners […]
Sheinbaum Luz Elena comment on investments, Guaymas-El Oro gas pipeline
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Editores Latin Petroleum, 7.Oct.2026, Words: 795) — Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted a historic investment of nearly 1.2 trillion Mexican pesos (MXN) in electricity and gas pipelines during her 6-year presidential term. “It’s a very good team working in the energy sector, under the […]
SEMAR deploys military to US-Mexico border
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Editores Latin Petroleum, 7.Oct.2026, Words: 119) — The Mexican Navy (SEMAR) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) reported deployment of military personnel as part of the “mirror operations” between Mexico and the US to reinforce border and maritime security. On the Mexican side of […]
Bolivia’s PGE highlights 7 irregularities in contraction related to Bolivian Lithium Deposits
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 188) — Bolivia’s Attorney General’s Office (PGE) identified 7 irregularities in the contracting process for the waterproofing of industrial pools belonging to Bolivian Lithium Deposits (YLB). The contract was awarded in 2016 to Gerimex SRL for over Bs 24mn, reported […]
Bolivia fuel supplies less than normal
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 142) — Fuel supplies in Bolivia have yet to return to normal, and queues at gas stations persist. This, despite efforts by Bolivia’s state-owned oil company YPFB to boost controls such as blocking license plates used for repeated fuel purchases, […]
Bolivia eyes $214mn in initial IMF distribution
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 147) — Bolivia eyes receipt of its first disbursement of $214mn related to an International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan by 7 Oct. 2026. The funds will be transferred to the Central Bank of Bolivia (BCB), economy minister Christian Morales told […]
Google and Constellation to bring 890MW of new nuclear capacity to PJM grid
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND / MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIFORNIA (By Constellation, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 1010) — Google and Constellation Energy announced a long-term strategic clean energy collaboration to bring 890 megawatts (MW) of new, reliable nuclear capacity onto the PJM Interconnection grid to meet growing demand and increase grid reliability. The 20-year power purchase agreement will […]
EVs in the spotlight in the US amid higher petrol prices
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Editores Latin Petroleum, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 90) — Higher petrol prices have once again put electric cars in the spotlight for American buyers. Tesla and Rivian exceeded third quarter 2026 sales expectations, while Hyundai and Ford dealerships began ordering more units, El Financiero reported on […]
PRESS DIGEST 6Oct2026: ANP’s permanent concession offer in BRA
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 6.Oct.2026, Words: 402) — Company briefs spanning details on the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP), Google and Constellation, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN ARGENTINA — the San Juan River is already carrying 13.48% more water due […]
Argentina eyes advancing implementation of the Andes-Atlantic Corridor
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 212) — With an aim on advancing the implementation of the Andes-Atlantic Corridor, the Argentine government will host Ben Black, head of the US International Development Finance Corporation. The Andes-Atlantic Corridor is a bilateral cooperation program that anticipates mobilizing up […]
Doubts around Planta Centro restart of Unit 6
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 216) — The restart of operations at Unit 6 of the Planta Centro power plant represents the possibility of adding 600 megawatts (MW) to the National Electric System. However, it also raises questions about the conditions under which it will operate […]
Vaca Muerta boosting Neuquén’s export rankings
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 346) — The Pampas region led Argentina’s exports for much of its history and still maintains that position. Buenos Aires tops the ranking of exporting provinces, followed by Córdoba and Santa Fe, thanks to the strength of agriculture, agribusiness, and […]
YPF repurchases Class XXVII Notes
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 5.Oct.2026) — Between 28 Sep. 2026 and 2 Oct. 2026, Argentina’s state-owed YPF S.A. repurchased Class XXVII Notes (YMCTO) for a total amount of Ps. 6,660,251,170.56 Argentine pesos, equivalent to a par value of $ 4,374,760, which will be held in portfolio. […]
Cenovus acquisition of Athabasca deepens large-cap concentration in Canadian oil sands
LONDON / HOUSTON / SINGAPORE (By WoodMac, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 537) — Addressing Cenovus Energy‘s acquisition of Athabasca Oil Corporation for Cdn$5.7bn (~US$4bn), Mark Oberstoetter, head of Americas upstream research for Wood Mackenzie said, “This most recent acquisition marks the latest step in a decade-long consolidation of Canadian oil sands ownership into […]
PRESS DIGEST 5Oct2026: BRA elections runoff; Cenovus deal
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 285) — Company briefs spanning details on the Cenovus, Athabasca Oil Corporation, New York Times and Siena University, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN BRAZIL — there will be a runoff election in Brazil. W/ over 98.73% of the […]
Brazilian energy sector at pivotal moment amid elections
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 5.Oct.2026, Words: 165) — Brazil is at a pivotal moment for the future of its energy industry. While the electoral landscape opens a debate about the direction hydrocarbon policy might take, development of unconventional gas is once again taking center stage on […]
PRESS DIGEST 4Oct2026: EVs in COL; Baker Hughes delegation in VEN
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 4.Oct.2026, Words: 425) — Company briefs spanning details on Baker Hughes and SLB, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN COLOMBIA — there is reportedly 1 public charging point for every 148 EVs in Colombia. [El Tiempo] TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO — the […]
Colombia selling EVs faster than it build charging infrastructure
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 3.Oct.2026, Words: 169) — Colombia is selling electric vehicles (EVs) much faster than it is building charging infrastructure, according to El Tiempo. The most recent data from the National Single Transit Registry (RUNT), as of 21 May 2026, shows Colombia had 77,215 […]
Baker Hughes delegation visit with Delcy in Venezuela
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 3.Oct.2026, Words: 170) — Representatives from US company Baker Hughes, led by its CEO, Lorenzo Simonelli, travelled to Venezuela to meet with Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez. This, as part of efforts to discuss cooperation in natural gas production in the Caribbean country. […]
Petroecuador declares force majeure at SOTE after Baeza incident
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 3.Oct.2026, Words: 216) — EP Petroecuador is working to resume pumping operations on the Trans-Ecuadorian Pipeline System (SOTE) pipeline. This, after the state-owned company declared a force majeure event due to the fire at the Baeza pumping station. EP Petroecuador reported on 3 […]
Venezuela continues to reject 1899 Paris arbitral award
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores Latin Petroleum, 3.Oct.2026, Words: 174) — The Venezuela government reaffirmed before the international community its “historic, firm, and irrevocable position of rejection of the illegitimate and fraudulent arbitral award of Paris of 1899.” “127 years after that artifice, tainted by nullity from its inception, Venezuela […]
Venture Global and ConocoPhillips ink 20-year LNG SPA for 1 MTPA
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 126) — Venture Global, Inc. and ConocoPhillips announced a new, long-term sales and purchase agreement (SPA) for liquefied natural gas (LNG). Per the SPA, ConocoPhillips will buy 1.0 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG from Venture Global for 20 years, starting […]
ECOPETROL advances transformation with changes to senior management team
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By ECOPETROL, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 860) — ECOPETROL announced its board of directors, at a meeting held on 30 Sep. 2026, approved the appointment of three new members of senior management, as part of the company’s ongoing strategy to strengthen key capabilities for its next phase of development. Mónica Jiménez González […]
ECOPETROL notifies of receipt of payment related to FEPC
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By ECOPETROL, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 218) — ECOPETROL hereby announces that, pursuant to coordinated efforts undertaken with the national government of Colombia, acting through the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (Ministerio de Hacienda y Crédito Público) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (Ministerio de Minas y Energía), it […]
Trump consulted Grok in Dec. 2025 about capturing Maduro
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 164) — Grok, the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company, was reported consulted in Dec. 2025 by US president Donald Trump about how Venezuelans would react to the potential capture of then-president Nicolás Maduro, Time magazine revealed […]
PRESS DIGEST 1Oct2026: PEMEX oil; Perla field output; Trump on VEN elections
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 291) — Company briefs spanning details on the Global Environment Facility (GEF), ECOPETROL, PEMEX, Repsol, Glencore, Peabody, Drummond, Venture Global, ConocoPhillips, and Heeney, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN COLOMBIA — Ecopetrol Group, in coordination w/ the national gov’t, rec’d […]
Former Venezuelan lawmaker Álvarez Gil calls for electric sector transparency
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 289) — Former National Assembly deputy Ángel Álvarez Gil demanded transparency with the public regarding progress, or lack thereof, in electricity generation. He also called for a commitment to dates set by ruling party authorities, El Carabobeño reported on 1 […]
PEMEX reports average oil production of 1.336 MMb/d
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Isaac Silvestre, Editores Latin Petroleum, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 154) — State-owned Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) released its Aug. 2026 operating results 4 days late compared to the date established in its publication schedule, El Financiero reported. Nonetheless, the results reveal low levels in crude oil production and exports. Crude oil […]
Venezuela oil sector and ongoing opacity
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 1.Oct.2026, Words: 143) — An investigation by El Nacional reveals management of Venezuela’s strategic resources has been carried out with opacity. This, owing to the 2020 Constitutional Anti-Blockade Law for National Development and the Guarantee of Human Rights, which elevated secrecy to […]
ECOPETROL executive suite: Cristina Toro Restrepo
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 30.Sep.2026, Words: 106) — ECOPETROL said its corporate vice president of legal affairs and general secretary Cristina Toro Restrepo will continue to serve in said position through 30 Sep. 2026. This, following termination of her employment relationship by decision of the company, […]
Repsol’s Venezuelan natgas output steady at 580 MMcf/d
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 30.Sep.2026, Words: 145) — Spanish energy company Repsol said its natural gas production in Venezuela remains at 580 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) at the field it operates with the Italian company ENI in the Caribbean nation. The figure, released on […]
ECOPETROL advances engagement in Venezuelan oil sector
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 30.Sep.2026, Words: 137) — ECOPETROL is advancing its engagement with Venezuela’s oil industry by participating in an international congress in Caracas, where it seeks to identify and consolidate business opportunities. “ECOPETROL’s participation in this event (…) reflects the company’s interest in identifying […]
China’s ambassador to Venezuela meets with Rodríguez
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Editores LatinPetroleum, 30.Sep.2026, Words: 185) — Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez held a working meeting with the ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Venezuela, Lan Hu, to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China. Rodríguez congratulated the Chinese […]
PRESS DIGEST 30Sep2026: Shell GOM divestment; Golar LNG in ARG
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores LatinPetroleum, 30.Sep.2026, Words: 355) — Company briefs spanning details on Mexico’s National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), Wood Mackenzie, PEMEX, Shell, Gloar LNG, and Argentina LNG, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN ARGENTINA — 7 floating LNG projects sanctioned since 2023, […]
Power cuts provoke protests in Carabobo state
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 30.Sep.2026, Words: ) — Certain sectors across certain cities across oil-rich Venezuela continue to experience power outages. This is especially the case of recent in Carabobo state. As a result, residents of various sectors of Carabobo took to the streets on 30 […]