(Energy Analytics Institute, 14.May.2024) — PETRONAS subsidiary Malaysia LNG Group of Companies (MLNG) encountered a loss of power at around 11:30 p.m. on 10 May 2024 at the PETRONAS LNG Complex (PLC) in Bintulu. Prior to the incident, the facility was operating at optimal efficiency, PETRONAS said 14 May in an […]
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JinkoSolar Repurchased 4,203,178 ADSs
(JinkoSolar, 29.Apr.2024) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced that as of the date of this press release, the Company has repurchased a total of 4,203,178 ADSs in an aggregate amount of approximately US$104.1mn in the open market under […]
JA Solar Solidifies Partnership with Exel Solar
(JA Solar, 29.Apr.2024) — JA Solar, a leader in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, has entered into a 200MW PV module distribution agreement with Exel Solar, a respected distributor in Mexico. This strengthened partnership, formalized in April 2024, seeks to enhance collaboration between the two companies and support Mexico’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40% […]
CNOOC Limited Achieves Strong Growth
(CNOOC, 25.Apr.2024) — CNOOC Limited (SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announced its operating results for the first quarter of 2024. In the first quarter, the company pressed ahead with oil and gas exploration and development, advanced the enhancement of quality and efficiency, and consolidated its advantage […]
JinkoSolar Repurchased 3,246,425 ADSs under Its Share Repurchase Program
(JinkoSolar, 18.Apr.2024) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS) announced that as of the date of this press release, the company has repurchased a total of 3,246,425 ADSs in an aggregate amount of approximately US$82.5mn in the open market under its share repurchase program announced in July 2022 and the […]
US Reimposes Venezuela Oil Sanctions
(Argus, 17.Apr.2024) — The US administration today reimposed sanctions targeting Venezuela’s oil exports and energy sector investments and set a deadline of 31 May for most foreign companies to wind down business with state-owned PdV. The US decision rescinds a sanctions waiver issued last October, which allowed Venezuela to sell […]
Xi Jinping on the Belt and Road Initiative and Readers in Chile
(Beijing Review, 13.Apr.2024) — The Spanish edition of Xi Jinping on the Belt and Road Initiative is helping Latin American countries better understand and participate in the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), officials and scholars said at a seminar held for readers to share their ideas in Santiago, Chile, […]
China Remains the Clear Energy Transition Leader
(BloombergNEF, 10.Apr.2024) — Despite posting only modest growth in 2023, China remains by far the largest market for energy transition spending, reaching $676bn in 2023, according to a report by BloombergNEF. This is 38% of the global total. The US is the second-largest funding destination for energy transition technologies, with […]
Joint Statement from Papua New Guinea and TotalEnergies
(TotalEnergies, 8.Apr.2024) — Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape and TotalEnergies Chairman and CEO Patrick Pouyanné met together to discuss the status of the Papua LNG project. On this occasion, Pouyanné reaffirmed to the Prime Minister that TotalEnergies, operator of the project, and its international partners ExxonMobil, Santos, and […]
PGS Commences MultiClient 3D Survey in Penyu Basin, Offshore Malaysia
(PGS, 3.Apr.2024) — PGS, a fully integrated marine geophysical company, together with its joint venture consortium partners, TGS and SLB have successfully commenced a MultiClient 3D seismic project located in the Penyu Basin, offshore Peninsular Malaysia. The Ramform Sovereign vessel was mobilized to the acquisition area in Mar. 2024 and […]
TGS Starts Penyu Basin Multi-Client Offshore Peninsular Malaysia
(TGS, 3.Apr.2024) — TGS, a global energy data and intelligence provider, alongside JV consortium partners PGS and SLB, announces the commencement of a multi-client 3D seismic project in the Penyu Basin, offshore Peninsular Malaysia. In partnership with Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), PETRONAS, the custodian of petroleum resources in Malaysia, this project […]
Hanwha Bids for Shipbuilding Leader Austal
(Hanwha, 2.Apr.2024) — Hanwha Group has submitted an indicative offer to the Australian headquartered Austal board to acquire the global business of Austal, via a scheme of arrangement, subject to satisfactory due diligence. Hanwha brings important capabilities and investment to support Austal’s business and local Australian communities while aligning with government […]
PETRONAS and JERA to Explore Value Chain Between Japan and Malaysia
(PETRONAS, 2.Apr.2024) — PETRONAS, through its subsidiary PETRONAS CCS Solutions Sdn Bhd (PCCSS), recently signed a Joint Study Agreement (JSA) with JERA Co., Inc, to evaluate the feasibility of the entire carbon capture and storage (CCS) value chain including separation and capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted by JERA in […]
CERAWeek 2024 Boasts Delegate Attendance of 8,100+
(Energy Analytics Institute, 22.Mar.2024) — The CERAWeek by S&P Global, held 18-22 Mar. 2024 in Houston, Texas, boasted in attendance 8,100+ delegates (9,400+ when counting staff, vendors etc), a record compared to the prior record of 7,200+ delegates at CERAWeek 2023. CERAWeek counted on 1,400 speakers and tons of S&P […]
Decarbonisation of Steel Industry Could Hinder Circularity of Zinc
(WoodMac, 20.Mar.2024) — A recent report by ‘Wood Mackenzie Zinc Markets Service’ warns that efforts to decarbonise the steel industry through adopting Direct Reduced Iron Plant (DRI) production with green hydrogen could have significant implications for the circularity of zinc. The shift towards the use of more DRI in electric […]
Petronas Reports Strong 2023 Financials
(PETRONAS, 31.Mar.2024) — For the financial year ended 31 Dec. 2023, PETRONAS recorded lower revenue of RM343.6 billion, mainly impacted by lower average realised prices. This is partially offset by improved sales volumes mainly from petroleum products and foreign exchange impact. PETRONAS continues to exercise strict capital discipline and robust portfolio […]
Upstream FIDs to Rise in 2024, with focus on Deepwater Resources
(WoodMac, 14.Mar.2024) — Up to 30 upstream projects larger than 50 million of barrels of oil equivalent (boe) could reach FID in 2024, an increase from 22 in 2023, according to a new report from Wood Mackenzie. The Wood Mackenzie report “Class of 2024: benchmarking this year’s upstream FIDs” states […]
Upstream Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Intensity down 12% Since 2017
(Wood Mackenzie, 6.Mar.2024) — Scope 1 and 2 upstream emissions intensity has declined 12% since 2017, however, absolute emissions could plateau due to production growth, according to a new report from Wood Mackenzie. According to the report “Is upstream oil & gas delivering on decarbonisation?” Wood Mackenzie finds that while flaring […]
Antaisolar Showcases Full-Scenario Solutions at PV EXPO
(Antaisolar, 28.Feb.2024) — Antaisolar, in the digital intelligent PV mounting system solutions space, showcased its innovative solutions at PV EXPO, including ground-fixed brackets, roof clamps, and solar carports. Antaisolar has been deeply cultivating Japanese market for years, providing customized full-scenario solutions, standardized design and cost reduction services according to the […]
Asia Pacific Could Become Global Energy Transition Leader
(WoodMac, 21.Feb.2024) — Home to half of the world’s population and contributing a third to the global GDP, the Asia Pacific region is expected to maintain a 50% share of global primary energy demand and a 60% share of global carbon emissions until 2050. This trend is unlikely to change […]
Carbon Intensity Regulation to Make, Break Low-carbon Hydrogen Market
(WoodMac, 15.Feb.2024) — The future of low-carbon hydrogen hinges on global policymakers introducing regulations and subsidies that focus on the carbon intensity of the hydrogen produced rather than its colour, according to Wood Mackenzie’s Horizons report ‘Over the rainbow: Why understanding full value-chain carbon intensity is trumping the colour of […]
LG Energy Solution Strengthens Partnership with WesCEF
(LG Energy Solution, 13.Feb.2024) — LG Energy Solution (KRX: 373220) signed an offtake agreement with Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilisers (WesCEF) for lithium concentrate, further advancing the companies’ pre-existing partnership driven by the objective to deliver efficient and sustainable power solutions to the North American market. Under the agreement, WesCEF […]
Chesapeake, Delfin LNG and Gunvor Ink 0.5 MTPA Deal
(Chesapeake, 13.Feb.2024) — Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHK), Delfin LNG LLC and Gunvor Group Ltd, through Gunvor Singapore Pte Ltd, announced the entrance into a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export deal that includes executed Sales and Purchase Agreements (SPA) for long-term liquefaction offtake. Under the SPA, Chesapeake will purchase approximately 0.5 […]
JinkoSolar Licenses TOPCon Patents to Solar Cell Company
(JinkoSolar, 6.Feb.2024) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS) announced its affiliated company has recently signed a TOPCon patent license agreement with one of the world’s top five solar cell companies (“Licensee”), granting rights to certain of its N-type TOPCon related patents to Licensee for a fee, allowing Licensee to […]
JinkoSolar Repurchased 400,000 ADSs
(JinkoSolar, 5.Feb.2024) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS) announced that between 20 Dec. 2023 and 2 Feb. 2024, the company repurchased 400,000 American depositary shares of the company (the “ADSs”) in an aggregate amount of approximately US$11.8mn in the open market under its previously announced extended share repurchase program. […]
Sempra Infrastructure and JBIC in Collaboration in Support of the Energy Transition
(Sempra Infrastructure, 2.Feb.2024) — Sempra Infrastructure, a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE), entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to cooperate on opportunities to advance the energy transition. Through this MOU, Sempra Infrastructure and JBIC aim to further project structuring to […]
Nebula Energy Buys Majority Stake in AG&P LNG
(AG&P Global, 30.Jan.2024) — AG&P LNG (AG&P Terminals & Logistics Pte Ltd), a subsidiary of AG&P Group, announced that Nebula Energy LLC, a fully integrated investment, development, and asset management company with a focus on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and carbon capture and storage (CCS) sectors, has bought majority stake […]
QatarEnergy, Excelerate Energy Ink 15-Year Supply Deal for Bangladesh
(QatarEnergy, 29.Jan.2024) — QatarEnergy and Excelerate Energy signed a long-term LNG sale and purchase agreement (SPA) for the supply of LNG from Qatar to Bangladesh. Pursuant to the SPA, Excelerate will purchase up to one million tons per annum (MTPA) of LNG from QatarEnergy to be delivered to floating storage […]
Bangchak Group Breaks Ground on Unit in Thailand
(SAFInvestor, 10.Jan.2024) — Thailand’s largest oil refiner Bangchak Group announced that it has begun construction on the 1m barrels per day sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production unit in Thailand. The plant, first SAF production unit in Thailand, is expected to commence operations in the first quarter of 2025. The plant […]
JinkoSolar Promotes Technology Through TOPCon Patent Transaction
(JinkoSolar, 5.Jan.2023) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS) announced its affiliated company has recently granted rights to certain of its N-type TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact)-related patents to one of the top ten solar module companies in the world (“Licensee”) with reasonable license fee arrangement, allowing Licensee to use certain […]
ONGC Videsh to Get Some Oil from Venezuela
(Reuters, 3.Jan.2023) — Venezuela has agreed to give some oil to India’s ONGC Videsh to help it recoup its pending $600 million dividend for a stake in a project in the South American nation, India’s oil secretary said on Wednesday. Indian refiners have resumed purchase of Venezuelan oil following the easing of U.S. […]
Sangomar FPSO Sets Sail for Senegal
(Woodside, 27.Dec.2023) — Woodside Energy has achieved another significant step forward for the Sangomar Project with the sail away from Singapore of the Léopold Sédar Senghor Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) facility. The FPSO, named after Senegal’s first president, is travelling 12,000 nautical miles from Singapore to its final destination, […]
XCMG Commissions World’s First New Energy Loader Production Line
(XCMG, 26.Dec.2023) — XCMG Machinery (SHE: 000425, “XCMG”) has officially inaugurated the XCMG Loading Equipment Research Institute and commissioned the world’s first new energy loader production line in Xuzhou, China. “The Institute will play a vital role in the transformation and upgrade of the industry centered on green, intelligent, high-end, […]
China’s Solar Production Costs Fall by 42% in Last Year
(WoodMac, 14.Dec.2023) — The cost of producing solar modules in China has dropped by 42% in the last 12 months to US$0.15 per watt (/W) giving manufacturers in the country an enormous cost advantage over international rivals according to a new Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie. The report: ‘Top of […]
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CGTN: On Climate Change, “We’re Running Out of Time, Not Options” [Video]
(CGTN, 2.Dec.2023) — Beijing, the strong, fast-beating heart of Chinese prosperity, has been known as a safe and stable city free from natural calamities. But not the summer of 2023. Throughout the season, the mercury soared, with daily highs consistently hitting over 40°C. Then as the capital had a relative […]
China Slows Venezuela Crude Buys
(Reuters, 23.Nov.2023) — The suspension of U.S. sanctions on Venezuelan oil has rattled its biggest customers, China’s independent refiners, who are now holding off on making new purchases amid wide discrepancies in offer prices, trading sources say. The independent refiners have for years bought Venezuelan oil at steep discounts, but since Washington lifted […]
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The lifting of sanctions and the oil collapse of Venezuela [PDF download]
(Rafael Ramírez, 16.Nov.2023) — On 18 Oct., the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)[1] issued Licenses 43 and 44,[2] lifting the sanctions on the Venezuelan oil and mining sector that had been in place since Jan. 2019. The OFAC measure is of a temporary nature, for a period of six months, subject to compliance […]
Exmar Updates on Panama Canal Delays in 3Q:23 Results [PDF Download]
(Exmar, 10.Nov.2023) — The Executive Committee of EXMAR NV reported its third quarter results of 2023, including comments on delays crossing the Panama Canal, BW Tokyo and Tango FLNG. _________________
Cheniere and Foran Energy Ink Long-Term LNG SPA
(Cheniere, 2.Nov.2023) — Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSE American: LNG) announced that Cheniere’s subsidiary, Cheniere Marketing, LLC, has entered into a long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Foran Energy Group Co. Ltd. Under the SPA, Foran has agreed to purchase approximately 0.9 million tonnes per annum […]
Petronas FutureTech 3.0 Accelerates Growth of Startups in Sustainable Innovations
(Petronas, 31.Oct.2023) — Petronas’ accelerator programme, Petronas FutureTech 3.0 selected at its Demo Day today 10 technology-driven startups that have shown the most potential in developing impactful, future-focused and sustainable innovations which are able to meet energy transition needs. Five selected startups including Entomal Biotech Sdn Bhd, Wildfire Energy Pty […]
Petronas Makes Oil Find in Suriname’s Offshore Block 52
(Petronas, 2.Nov.2023) — Petronas’ subsidiary, Petronas Suriname E&P B.V., has made an oil discovery at the Roystonea-1 exploration well in Suriname’s Block 52. The well, located about 185 kilometers offshore in water depth of 904 meters, was successfully drilled to a total depth of 5,315 meters. It also encountered several […]
EAI’s NRGBriefs: Oct. 2023
(Energy Analytics Institute, 31.Oct.2023) — Energy briefs as well as others related to finance and projects during October 2023 including Vista‘s third quarter 2023 earnings presentation; the long-awaited Citgo Petroleum auction; Colombia’s first seabed allocation competitive process for offshore wind energy; former Trinidad and Tobago energy minister Kevin Ramnarine on […]
JinkoSolar Announces 3Q:23 Financial Results
(JinkoSolar, 30.Oct.2023) — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: JKS) announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended 30 September 2023. Third Quarter 2023 Business Highlights Leveraging our outstanding N-type technology, extensive global operation network, and advanced integrated capacity structure, module shipments in the third quarter increased 20.4% sequentially and 107.9% year-over-year.At […]
Perenco Vietnam: Block 15-1 Reaches 400 MMbbl Production Milestone
(Perenco Vietnam, 30.Oct.2023) — Perenco Vietnam announced that as Block 15-1 marks its 25th anniversary, it has reached the significant production milestone of 400 million barrels of oil. The 400 millionth barrel was commemorated at an event in Ho Chi Minh City with officials from several Vietnamese ministries and Government offices, […]
Asia May Have Little to Cheer from Lifting of Venezuelan Oil Sanctions
(S&P Global, 30.Oct.2023) — Asia may have little to cheer following the lifting of the sanctions on Venezuelan oil as increased competition for those Latin American cargoes could potentially make it difficult for buyers like China and India to source incremental cargoes from the supplier, prompting them to look at […]
Petronas Forms Integrity Alliance with Industry Players
(Petronas, 26.Oct.2023) — Petronas has formed an Integrity Alliance with its vendors to push for a greater governance and integrity culture within the oil and gas industry in line with the company’s policy of zero-tolerance against any form of corruption. The Integrity Alliance Ceremony with the theme ‘Fortifying Trust through […]
Eni Inks Deal to Ensure Further LNG Volumes from Indonesia
(Eni, 26.Oct.2023) — Eni signed a 0.8 billion cubic meters (bcm) LNG sales and purchase agreement with Merakes LNG Sellers, starting from January 2024 for 3 years, in addition to the contract with Jangkrik LNG Sellers for 1.4 billion cubic meters per year, in place since 2017. Thanks to these […]
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Hess Reports 3Q:23 Operational Highlights [PDF Download]
(Hess, 25.Oct.2023) — Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) reported net income of $504mn, or $1.64 per share, in the third quarter of 2023, compared with net income of $515mn, or $1.67 per share, in the third quarter of 2022. On an adjusted basis, the corporation reported net income of $583mn, or […]
CNOOC Limited Releases 3Q:23 Operating Results
(CNOOC, 24.Oct.2023) — CNOOC Limited (SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) today announced its operating results for the third quarter of 2023. In the first three quarters of the year, the company continued to step up its efforts in exploration and development, thereby obtaining steady growth […]
AG&P Group Announces Exciting Changes in Leadership
(AGP, 20.Oct.2023) — AGP international Holdings Pte Ltd. (AGPIH/AG&P Group) announced several changes in its leadership team. At the Group level, effective 15 October 2023, Mr. Karthik Sathyamoorthy has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer for AG&P Group. He will continue to remain the CEO of AG&P LNG Terminals & Logistics […]