HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 15.Aug.2026, Word: 254) â Argentinaâs mining sector is taking the front stage and spot light under the countryâs Incentive Regime for Large Investments, also known as RIGI. Projects approved in the mining sector are dominating the RIGI tally sheet in terms of […]
Metalblanc boasts monthly production capacity at Los Flores de Catia plant
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 15.Aug.2026, Words: 156) â Venezuelan official inspected the headquarters of the Metalblanc metalworking company, located on the main avenue of Los Flores de Catia, Sucre parish. The purpose of the visit was for Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez to witness firsthand development […]
FACT SHEET: Neptun deep gas development offshore Romania
MILAN, ITALY (By Saipem, 14.Aug.2026, Words: 200) â Neptun Deep is the largest offshore natural gas project currently under development in the European Union. It represents a strategic infrastructure for the energy security of Romania and Europe, contributing to the development of Black Sea resources and the diversification of energy supply […]
PRESS DIGEST 14 AUG 2026: Frontera, ECOPETROL, Excelerate COL; VEN 1 MMb/dÂ
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores Latin Petroleum, 14.Aug.2026, Words: 425) â The following briefs span company details on Frontera Energy Corporation, ECOPETROL, Venezuela’s MENPET, and Excelerate Energy, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN COLOMBIA â Frontera Energy Corp. recorded a net loss, attributable to equity holders of […]
Fronteraâs Cabrales says take-or-pay deal advances LNG regasification project
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Editores Latin Petroleum, 14.Aug.2026, Words: 204) â Frontera Energy Corporation made important progress during the second quarter 2026 related to the next phase of development of Sociedad Portuaria Puerto BahĂa, a strategically located multi-purpose maritime and logistics terminal in Cartagena, Colombia. Puerto BahĂa will provide […]
Frontera updates on transformational changes, Puerto Bahia LNG project
CALGARY, AB (By Frontera, 14.Aug.2026, Words: 858) â For Frontera Energy Corporation, the second quarter marked the completion of a significant transformation for the company, according to Frontera chairman of the board of directors Gabriel de Alba. “Through the plan of arrangement involving Parex Resources Inc. and the subsequent return of […]
Viridien inks deal with Senegal’s NOC SociĂ©tĂ© de PĂ©troles du SĂ©nĂ©gal (PETROSEN)
PARIS, FRANCE (By Viridien 13.Aug.2026, Words: 236) â Viridien announced the signing of a strategic multi-client partnership agreement with SociĂ©tĂ© de PĂ©troles du SĂ©nĂ©gal (PETROSEN), Senegal’s national petroleum company. The partnership establishes a collaborative framework for Viridien to deliver comprehensive subsurface intelligence throughout the prolific and highly prospective MSGBC Basin spanning […]
Argentina nearly doubles Vaca Muerta oil estimate in boost to export strategy
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA (By Reuters, 13.Aug.2026, Words: 286) â Argentina said on Thursday that a new study found its vast Vaca Muerta shale formation contains 30.17 billion barrels of recoverable oil, almost double the 16.22 billion barrels estimated in 2013 by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The new estimate is a major […]
Orvana eyes stable commercial production in Bolivia in Sep. 2026
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Editores Latin Petroleum, 13.Aug.2026, Words: 325) â Orvana Minerals Corp. completed commissioning of crushing, milling, thickening, acid leaching, filtration (source of both copper PLS-pregnant leach solution and gold-silver cake), copper cathodes circuit (SX-EW), and gold-silver dore circuit (CN leach plus ADR). With the production of […]
PRESS DIGEST 13 AUG 2026: Viridien-PETROSEN deal; ODL Pipeline in COL
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute and Editores Latin Petroleum, 13.Aug.2026, Words: 425) â The following briefs span company details on New Pacific Metals Corp., Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd., Nucor Corp., Orvana Minerals Corp., Argentinaâs Ministry of Economy, SociĂ©tĂ© de PĂ©troles du SĂ©nĂ©gal (PETROSEN), Sonatrach, Saipem, Viridien, Excelerate Energy, Frontera […]
Saipem inks âŹ500mn LNTP with Sonatrach for PPI in Algeria
MILAN, ITALY (By Saipem, 12.Aug.2026, Words: 380) â Saipem signed with Sonatrach a limited notice to proceed (LNTP) (âProtocole dâAccordâ) for the execution of Phase 1 of the projet phosphates intĂ©grĂ© (PPI) in Algeria. The LNTP, worth approximately âŹ500mn euro, follows a letter of intent (LOI) through which Saipem was […]
Saipem inks offshore contract in the Middle East for $1.8bn
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 12.Aug.2026, Words: 99) â Saipem was awarded an offshore engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) contract in the Middle East, valued at approximately $1.8bn. Saipemâs scope encompasses the EPCI of offshore and subsea facilities.
Corpoelec and IMPSA ink addendum to strategic contract
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 12.Aug.2026, Words: 306) â Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez presided over the signing of an addendum to the strategic contract between the National Electric Corporation (Corpoelec) and the Latin American company IMPSA. The objective of the contract is to strengthen the National Electric […]
PRESS DIGEST 12 AUG 2026: Doral Renewables deal; CB&I LH2 storage
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 12.Aug.2026, Words: 425) â The following briefs span company details on New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC), Emera Inc., Bernhard Capital Partners, Revman International, Doral Renewables LLC, Doral Group Renewable Energy Resources Ltd, Lindian Resources Limited, Sonatrach, Saipem, and CB&I, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN […]
PRESS DIGEST 11 AUG 2026: Tenaris Vaca Muerta; ARG launches “AMBA I”
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 625) â The following briefs span company details on Baker Hughes, Kuwait Oil Company, Tecpetrol, Tenaris, Argentinaâs Energy Secretariat of the Ministry of Economy, Borr Drilling Limited, Greenland Energy Company, Greenberg Traurig, Greenberg Traurig, 80 Mile plc CITGO Petroleum, and Duke Energy, among […]
Cobre PanamĂĄ remains in a phase of P&SM with production halted
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 360) â Cobre PanamĂĄ remains in a phase of preservation and safe management (“P&SM”) with production halted. RELATED: FRANCO-NEVADA 2Q:26 RESULTS BENEFITED FROM ROBUST METAL AND OIL PRICES
Franco-Nevada 2Q:26 results benefited from robust metal and oil prices
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 220) â Franco-Nevada Corporation said gold equivalent ounces sold in the second quarter 2026 (2Q:026) were up 18% compared to the 2Q:25. RELATED: RĂO NEGRO PROVINCE EYES EXCLUSIVE CORRIDOR FOR SAND TRANSPORT
Argentina launches call for bids for AMBA I electricity system
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 527) â Argentinaâs national government, as part of the start of reconstruction of the countryâs electricity transmission system, announced a call for bids for the electricity transmission system expansion project known AMBA I. Its implementation will allow for reliable and […]
Tenaris starts operations at its third hydraulic fracturing unit in Vaca Muerta
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 331) â Tenaris started operations at its third hydraulic fracturing unit in Vaca Muerta. RELATED: BAKER HUGHES INKS MULTI-YEAR DEAL WITH KUWAIT OIL COMPANY FOR AHMADI INNOVATION VALLEY PROJECT
Baker Hughes inks deal with Kuwait Oil Co. for Ahmadi Innovation Valley project
HOUSTON, TEXAS and LONDON, ENGLAND (By Baker Hughes, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 259) â Baker Hughes announced a multi-year contract with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) to accelerate technology innovation in the countryâs upstream energy sector. The contract positions Baker Hughes as a key technology collaborator in the Ahmadi Innovation Valley (AIV), KOCâs flagship […]
Borr Drilling CEO Morand comments on impacts of Middle East conflict
HAMILTON, BERMUDA (By Borr Drilling, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 158) â Borr Drilling Limited chief executive officer Bruno Morand commented the Middle East conflict and its impact. âThe Middle East conflict has reduced near-term visibility, delaying tenders, contract start dates, and the region’s recovery. This uncertainty is also affecting several other offshore markets, though […]
Greenberg Traurig advises EnergĂa 2000 on $500mn financing for DR power project
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 264) â Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised EnergĂa 2000, S.A. in connection with a $500mn senior syndicated loan and associated project agreements to support the development, construction, commissioning, and operation of the Manzanillo power land project. Said project is a 414-megawatt (MW) combined-cycle […]
Duke Energy prices equity units offering
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 172) â Duke Energy Corporation priced its public offering of 35 million equity units. RELATED: RĂO NEGRO PROVINCE EYES EXCLUSIVE CORRIDOR FOR SAND TRANSPORT The offering is expected to close on 13 Aug. 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, Duke […]
PowerBank reveals 4 MW solar project in North Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 148) â PowerBank Corporation executed a new lease agreement for a 4 megawatt (MW) ground-mount solar project. The project is known as the ON-765 West Solar project in North Bruce Peninsula, Ontario.
Borr Drilling says 3rd Mexico rig to commence operations in 3Q:26
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 11.Aug.2026, Words: 166) â Borr Drilling Limited expects a third rig in Mexico to start operations in the early second half 2026 (2H:26). RELATED: CANADIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS COUNCIL (CABC) LAUNCHES NEW ECONOMIC REPORT ON THE ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF US-CANADA TARIFF ESCALATION […]
Venezuelan and US Department of Treasury and State officials meet in Caracas
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 132) â Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez held a strategic meeting with high-ranking officials from the US Department of the Treasury and the Department of State. RELATED: RĂO NEGRO PROVINCE EYES EXCLUSIVE CORRIDOR FOR SAND TRANSPORT
RĂo Negro province eyes exclusive corridor for sand transport
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 133) â RĂo Negro province plans an exclusive corridor for sand transport while also accelerating technical training with the Vaca Muerta Institute, according to EconoJournal. RELATED: CHINA DONATES 5,000 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS TO CUBA AMID ENERGY CRISIS
CABC drops new report on economic impacts of US-Canada tariff escalation and USMCA
WASHINGTON, DC (By CABC, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 362) â The Canadian American Business Council (CABC) released its latest economic report, “Economic Impacts of US-Canada Tariff Escalation Under the USMCA,” providing a comprehensive analysis of the bilateral commercial relationship and the likely economic consequences of 3 distinct potential outcomes of USMCA negotiations. As […]
PRESS DIGEST 10 AUG 2026: ADNOC net income; COL 7.4 quake; PICO propane vehicleÂ
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 825) â The following briefs span company details on The Consumers Energy Foundation, Schneider Electric, USGS, Yacimientos PetrolĂferos Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB) AviaciĂłn, the Beni District Directorate of the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), Eastern Regional University Center (CURE), Brava Energia S.A., Nexio Power, Inc., […]
Venezuela eyes restoration of connectivity at SimĂłn BolĂvar airport in MaiquetĂa
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 121) â Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez inspected construction works of the provisional terminal at the SimĂłn BolĂvar International Airport in MaiquetĂa. The inspection visit was part of an urgent contingency plan to reactivate commercial and passenger flights at the OPEC […]
Anapo warns of potential impact to Bolivian agricultural sector from diesel shortages
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 115) â The Association of Oilseed and Wheat Producers (Anapo) warned about potential consequences related to diesel shortages. RELATED: BOLIVIA LOOKS TO UNLOCK GEOLOGICAL POTENTIAL OF STRATEGIC MINERALS
ADNOC Gas delivers resilient 2Q net income, takes FID on major growth projects
ABU DHABI, UAE (By ADNOC, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 966) â ADNOC Gas plc and its subsidiaries announced its results for the second quarter of 2026, delivering net income of $665mn, above the guidance range of $400mn-600mn, despite exceptional external disruption during the period. The company achieved a significant milestone in executing its […]
Hilli Episeyo begins final preparations before reaching Argentina in 2027
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 196) â The Hilli Episeyo is beginning its final preparations before arriving in the San MatĂas Gulf. This, after 8 years of operation in Cameroon, the Golar LNG vessel departed for Singapore, where it will be refurbished before arriving in […]
Bolivia looks to unlock geological potential of strategic minerals
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 118) â Land-locked Bolivia seeks to leverage its geological potential in strategic minerals. RELATED: PERU EYES RENEWED MANAGEMENT OF MINING AND ENERGY SECTORS
Peru eyes renewed management of mining and energy sectors
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 112) â The Peruvian government eyes renewed management of the mining and energy sectors with great enthusiasm. RELATED: CHINA DONATES 5,000 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS TO CUBA AMID ENERGY CRISIS
China donates 5,000 photovoltaic systems to Cuba amid energy crisis
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 154) â Cuban president Miguel DĂaz-Canel thanked the Chinese government for the donation of 5,000 photovoltaic systems, intended to contribute to the island’s energy transition amid the crisis the country is facing. RELATED: CHEVRON CORPORATION EYES EXIT FROM PERU
Chevron eyes exit from Peru to focus on Venezuela, Kazakhstan
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 111) â Chevron Corporation, the world’s third-largest oil company, is reportedly leaving Peru after less than a year in the country. RELATED: BRAVA EXECUTES LONG-TERM AGREEMENT TO BUY OIL PRODUCED BY PETRORECONCAVO
MPLX LP prices $2.25bn senior notes offering
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 10.Aug.2026, Words: 222) â MPLX LP priced $2.25bn in aggregate principal amount of unsecured senior notes in an underwritten public offering. RELATED: VENEZUELAN AND US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY AND STATE OFFICIALS MEET IN CARACAS The offering consisted of $1.25bn aggregate principal amount […]
PRESS DIGEST 9 AUG 2026:Â Chesapeake CAPEX; US data centers; Flex LNG results
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 9.Aug.2026, Words: 225) â The following briefs span company details on Bolivia’s National Chamber of Industries (CNI), HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation and Flex LNG Ltd, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN BOLIVIA â the recent reduction in the Forex is good […]
HD Hyundai to supply large-scale power generation systems to US data centers
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA (By HD Hyundai, 9.Aug.2026, Words: 382) â HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, a shipbuilding affiliate of HD Hyundai, announced that it recently signed a contract with US-based energy infrastructure developer Corban Energy Group to supply power generation systems equipped with its 9.6-megawatt (MW) HiMSEN engines. The contract, valued at $673.8mn, […]
Venezuela and Suriname eye strengthening friendship, cooperation
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 8.Aug.2026, Words: 113) â Over the week end, Venezuela and Suriname agree to continue strengthening friendship and cooperation. RELATED: ADNOC GAS DELIVERS RESILIENT Q2 NET INCOME, TAKES FID ON MAJOR GROWTH PROJECTS
Natixis supports Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) in $510mn financing in Mexico
NEW YORK, NEW YORK (By Natixis, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 225) â Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is supporting Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Growth Markets Funds II (GMF II), as joint bookrunner, joint lead arranger, and green loan coordinator for the $510mn project financing for La Esperanza Solar, a […]
PRESS DIGEST 7 AUG 2026: MEX-PERU diplomatic relations; Excelerate Energy JAM
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 225) â The following briefs span company details on Kootenay Silver Inc., Excelerate Energy, International Energy Agency (IEA), and Mexicoâs Foreign Relations Secretariat, among others. LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN JAMAICA
Excelerate redeploys FSRU Express to Colombia under 7 year deal with Frontera
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 111) â Excelerate Energy executed a 7-year agreement with a subsidiary of Frontera Energy Corporation to redeploy the FSRU Express to Colombia. RELATED: FSRU EXCELERATE ACADIA CHARTER TO CONTRIBUTE ~$20MN OF EBITDA IN 2026
Excelerate Energy advancing Iraq LNG import project despite conflict headwinds
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 7.Aug.2026) â Despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Excelerate Energy is advancing the Iraq integrated liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal project while adapting its execution plans as conditions evolve. Terminal operations are expected to commence early in the second […]
FSRU Excelerate Acadia charter to contribute ~$20mn of EBITDA in 2026Â
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 134) â Excelerate Energy confirmed the FSRU Excelerate Acadia commenced operations in Jordan in early-Jul. 2026. RELATED: FINDEV CANADA INVESTS âŹ40MN IN NSIA BANQUE CĂTE D’IVOIRE S.A. TO SUPPORT FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND CLIMATE MITIGATION
Saipem inks LOI for Rovuma LNG onshore project in Mozambique
MILAN, ITALY (By Saipem, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 272) â Saipem S.p.A., leading the SMDC joint venture with McDermott Energy Solutions (UK) Ltd., Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. and China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation, has signed a letter of intent with ExxonMobil Moçambique, Limitada, on behalf of the Area 4 […]
ECOPETROL announces convening of bondholders’ meetings for 18 Aug. 2026
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By ECOPETROL, 7.Aug.2026, Words: 603) â ECOPETROL S.A. announces that, in connection with the merger by absorption between ECOPETROL, as the surviving company, and Parque Solar PortĂłn del Sol S.A.S., as the absorbed company, approved by ECOPETROL’s general shareholders’ meeting on 27 Mar. 2026, the company is convening […]
Brava executes long-term agreement to buy oil produced by PetroReconcavo
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL (By Brava, 6.Aug.2026, Words: 248) â Brava Energia S.A., in compliance with the provisions of CVM Resolution No. 44, hereby informs its shareholders and the market in general that it has entered into a new agreement for the purchase and sale of crude oil produced by […]
Mexico considers comments of Committee of Scientists and Specialists regarding drillingÂ
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Isaac Silvestre, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Aug.2026, Words: 300) â Regarding whether to frack or not to frack in Mexico, the government of president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has taken into consideration conclusions from the Committee of Scientists and Specialists. RELATED: MEXICAN COMMITTEE TO STUDY FRACKING IN MEXICO, PRESENT RESULTS […]