MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Isaac Silvestre, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 147) â Mexico will search for more oil in Cantarell with the help of Brazilâs state-owned PETROBRAS. Mexicoâs president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced her country will leverage the Brazilian oil company’s technology to explore deeper areas of the historic field and […]
Venezuelan officials inspect MaiquetĂa airport after double earthquakes
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 103) â Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez oversaw recovery efforts at the “SimĂłn BolĂvar” International Airport in MaiquetĂa. This, following the recent double earthquake on 24 Jun. 2026.
Ebrard upbeat ahead of visit from US delegation to Mexico regarding the USMCA
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 303) â A delegation from the US will arrive in Mexico on 20 Jul. 2026 to continue talks regarding the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). And, Mexicoâs secretary of economy Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon assured no substantial modifications are expected and the […]
Argentina awards AlmaSADI tender for battery storage plants
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 84) â Argentinaâs government formalized the awarding of the AlmaSADI tender. Said tender incorporates battery storage plants at critical nodes to prevent blackouts.
PEMEXâ national refining system processed 941,000 b/d in May 2026
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 144) â PEMEX‘ national refining system (SNR) processed 941,100 barrels per day (b/d) of oil in May 2026. And, this is its lowest level in the last 9 months, according to El Financiero.
Nubank to invest $4.2bn in Mexico between 2026-2030, VĂ©lez says
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 72 ) â Nubank eyes estimated investments of $4.2bn for Mexico during 2026-2030. This, according to details reveal by Nuback CEO David VĂ©lez.
Delcy RodrĂguez names GarcĂ©s as Venezuela’s transportation minister
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 131) â Venezuela’s interim president Delcy RodrĂguez announced changes to her cabinet on 6 Jul. 2026 during a broadcast on Venezuelan television. This, 11 days after the double earthquake that left at least 3,342 dead, while the countryâs citizens has taken […]
PETROBRAS receives payments under diesel economic subvention program
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 91) â State-owned PETROBRAS received 2 additional installments installment under the economic subvention program for diesel oil commercialization. The amounts received included R$ 1.2bn, corresponding to the period from 20-30 Apr. 2026, and R$ 1.5bn, corresponding to the period from […]
PRESS DIGEST 6 JUL 2026: CUBAâs grid collapses; PEMEX-PETROBRAS collab
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2026, Words: 278) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on PEMEX, PETROBRAS, EnergyX, bp, Equinor, and Eni, among others. Energy Analytics Institute (EAI) has not verified all […]
7 OPEC+ countries adjust output, reaffirm commitment to market stability
VIENNA, AUSTRIA (By OPEC, 5.Jul.2026, Words: 268) â The 7 OPEC+ countries, which previously announced additional voluntary adjustments in Apr. and Nov. 2023, namely Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman met virtually on 5 Jul. 2026, to review global market conditions and outlook. In their collective commitment […]
Equinor extends NOK 1.7bn contract with CHC Helikopter Service
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 3.Jul.2026, Words: 272) â Equinor extended its agreement with CHC Helikopter Service for personnel transport and search and rescue services in central Norway until 2030. Equinor has exercised 2 options with CHC. The agreement ensures the continued provision of helicopter capacity that […]
Brava Energia reports Jun. 2026 production data
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL (By Brava, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 191) â Brava Energia S.A. reported preliminary and unaudited production data for the month of Jun. 2026. Potiguar The company continues the gradual resumption of operations at its facilities in the Potiguar basin. The increase in oil production recorded in June reflects […]
Era of $2â$4/MMbtu Henry Hub natgas prices ending, WoodMac says
LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE (By Wood Mackenzie, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 626) â The decade of cheap Henry Hub gas is coming to an end. Wood Mackenzie forecasts Henry Hub natural gas prices approaching US$5/mmbtu (real) by 2035, up from a nominal range of US$2 to US$4/mmbtu that held for most of the past decade. That […]
PRESS DIGEST 2 JUL 2026: AI-driven power demand; USMCA extensionÂ
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 219) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on Agnico Eagle, Nuveen, and Wood Mackenzie, among others. Energy Analytics Institute (EAI) has not verified all of […]
USMCA to stay in effect thru 2036, Sheinbaum says
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 89) â The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), formerly NAFTA, will remain in effect until 2036. This, according to comments from Mexicoâs president Claudia Sheinbaum on 2 Jul. 2026 during her morning press conference.
Nuveen closes $546mn preferred equity investment in SunZiaÂ
ATLANTA, GEORGIA (By Chad Archey, Energy Analytics Institute, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 109) â SunZia, the largest renewable energy infrastructure project in US history, is now fully operational. This after Nuveen, a global investment company managing $1.4tn in assets under management, announced closing of a $546mn preferred equity investment in SunZia.
Agnico Eagle temporarily suspends mining operations at Barnat open pit
ATLANTA, GEORGIA (By Chad Archey, Energy Analytics Institute, 2.Jul.2026, Words: 140) â Agnico Eagle Mines Limited said a rock mass movement occurred on 1 Jul. 2026, along the north wall of the Barnat open pit at the Canadian Malartic complex in Quebec, Canada. There were no injuries, equipment damage or environmental […]
PRESS DIGEST 1 JUL 2026: VEN death toll; ECOPETROL payment
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Words: 411) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on ECOPETROL, Equinor, Stellantis, Keystone Capital Management, L.P., PepsiCo, and Harvest Partners, LP, among others. Energy Analytics Institute […]
ECOPETROL Group receives payment for 100% of FEPC A/R balance for the 2Q:25
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Words: 160) â Colombiaâs national government, through Resolution 1492 dated 30 Jun. 2026, issued by the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (MHCP), recognized and ordered payment to the ECOPETROL Group in an aggregate amount of approximately COP 1tn, corresponding to […]
PetroTal awards Halliburton 8-well drilling campaign in Peru
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Words: 209) â Halliburton has been awarded an 8-well contract from PetroTal for work in the Loreto region of northeastern Peru. The project supports PetroTalâs development of a key producing asset, according to Halliburton.
Talos prices offering of $800mn of second-priority senior secured notes due 2034
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Works: 291) â Talos Production Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Talos Energy Inc., priced an offering of $800mn in aggregate principal amount of new 8.000% second-priority senior secured notes due 2034. The offering is expected to close on or about […]
US, Canada and Mexico with no intentions to withdraw from USMCA
MONTERREY, MEXICO (By Isaac Silvestre, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Words: 300) â The United State Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) will remain in effect until 2036, according to La Jornada, citing Mexicoâs economy secretary Marcelo Ebrard. This, after the 3 signatory countries held a trilateral meeting stipulated in the treaty and agreed, […]
Equinor and Transocean ink deal securing rig capacity on Norwegian continental shelf
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 1.Jul.2026, Words: 238) â Equinor entered into a letter of intent with Transocean for use of 3 Cat D rigs on the Norwegian continental shelf. The agreement is worth around $1bn and will contribute to reducing well costs, accelerating the delivery of […]
Why the White House should include energy in the 2026 USMCA review
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By George Baker, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 715) â The current 2026 review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) presents a pivotal opportunity for North American energy sector to its assert its role a pillar of trade and investment policy. Energy availability underpins manufacturing infrastructure and regional committed competitiveness across all […]
Equinor and VĂ„r Energi swap asset in Troll and GjĂža areas on the NCS
OSLO, NORWAY (By Equinor, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 698) â Equinor and VĂ„r Energi agreed to a swap of assets on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS). The transaction enables further maturation of the Peon gas discovery towards development and strengthens Equinorâs position in the Troll-Fram area. Under the agreement, Equinor will transfer 32,5% […]
Trump not likely to extend validity of USMCA to 16 years
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 148) â The administration of US president Donald Trump is preparing to formally declare it will not extend the validity period of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to 16 years, as proposed by Mexicoâs economy secretary Marcelo Ebrard, according […]
Sheinbaum says former PEMEX director will not have impunity
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 122) â Mexicoâs president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo said former PEMEX general director VĂctor RodrĂguez will not be protected from being prosecuted for assaulting his wife. According to reports in Reforma on 30 Jun. 2026, the president explained RodrĂguez had […]
PRESS DIGEST 30 JUN 2026: ARG oil;Â La Guaira destruction; BOL ports
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 425) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), ACNUR, Bolivian Port Services Administration (ASP-B) and NASA, among others. Energy […]
PETROBRAS receives payment under the diesel economic subvention program
ATLANTA, GEORGIA (By Chad Archey, Energy Analytics Institute, 30.Jun.2026, Words: 87) â State-owned PETROBRAS received payment of a new installment under the economic subvention program for diesel oil commercialization. The payment was in the amount of R$ 1.1bn, corresponding to the period from 7-19 Apr. 2026 (Provisional Measure No. 1,340).
CEC reports receipt of submission on oil spill in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca, Mexico
MONTREAL, QUEBEC (By Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), 30.Jun.2026, Words: 329) â On 22 Jun. 2026, a Mexican citizen filed a submission with the Secretariat of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) under Chapter 24 of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA/CUSMA). The Submitter asserts that Mexico is failing to effectively […]
YPF brings in Eni and XRG to develop E&P segment of Argentina LNG projectÂ
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA (By YPF, 29.Jun.2026, Words: 506) â YPF announced the signing of agreements to incorporate Eni and XRG into the development of the upstream segment dedicated to the Argentina LNG project, through the sale of equity stakes in UPCO ARLNG I S.A.U., the company that will hold the gas […]
PRESS DIGEST 29 JUN 2026: VEN rescues; USMCA talks; BOL oil regulations
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 29.Jun.2026, Words: 655) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on DART, UNICEF, NASA, OPEC and OSHA, among others. Energy Analytics Institute (EAI) has not verified all of […]
Silvercorp provides updates on operations in China
VANCOUVER, BC (By Silvercorp, 29.Jun.2026, Words: 605) â Silvercorp Metals Inc. announces that further to new nationwide safety measures imposed across the Chinese mining industry, it will experience a temporary slowdown in operations at its Ying and GC mining operations. During this time the company will work with the government regulators […]
YPF repurchases class XXX (YMCWO) notes worth $11mn
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 29.Jun.2026, Words: 123) â Between 22-26 Jun. 2026 YPF S.A. repurchased class XXX notes (YMCWO) for a total amount of Ps. 16,439,915,799.42 Argentine pesos, equivalent to a par value of $11,144,664, which will be held in portfolio. The notes were originally issued […]
Bolivia could start importing natural gas between 2028-2030
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 29.Jun.2026, Words: 137) â Bolivia’s natural gas and liquids production continues to decline, according to El Diario. Towards to the end of Jun. 2026 the Andean country’s gas production had fallen to less than 30 million cubic meters per day (MMcm/d); while […]
International rescue teams finally on the ground in Venezuela
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (By Steve Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 27.Jun.2026, Words: 179) â Rescue teams from several countries, including El Salvador, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Switzerland, Ecuador, Spain, Chile, Colombia, and the US, have been confirmed to have arrived to Venezuela. This, however, almost 3 days after 2 earthquakes on 24 […]
Earthquake shifts political ground for Venezuelan leader Delcy RodriguezÂ
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Reuters, 26.Jun.2026, Words: 625) â Venezuela’s strongest earthquake in over a century is the biggest challenge to Delcy Rodriguez’s early leadership but could also allow the interim president to stamp her authority on a fractured government and begin rebuilding a broken country. After two earthquakes of […]
Mexico deploying humanitarian aid to affected areas of Venezuela
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 26.Jun.2026, Words: 249) â Mexicoâs president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo reported Mexico is already deploying humanitarian aid it sent to areas affected by earthquakes in Venezuela. âToday I had a phone call with the interim president of Venezuela, Delcy RodrĂguez, to whom […]
PRESS DIGEST 26 JUN 2026: Earthquake relief in VEN; MEX assisting VEN
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 26.Jun.2026, Words: 125) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span details on Venezuela and Mexico among other countries. Energy Analytics Institute (EAI) has not verified all of these stories and […]
CORPOELEC crews seek to restore electrical service after 2 earthquakes
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 26.Jun.2026, Words: 165) â Workers with Venezuelaâs National Electric Corporation (CORPOELEC) are carrying out technical maneuvers and operations to restore the electricity supply in the areas affected by the recent seismic activity. This, in the aftermath of 2 massive earthquakes on 24 Jun. […]
Proposal for environmental impact assessment for Wisting submitted for public consultation
OSLO, NORWAY (By Equinor, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 587) â Equinor and its partners submitted for public consultation a proposed programme for the environmental impact assessment of a possible Wisting field development in the Barents Sea. The project is still at an early stage, and further progress will depend on additional improvements […]
Mexico sends aid to Venezuela after 2 earthquakes hit Caribbean country
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (By Fidencio Casillas, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 125) â Mexicoâs Ministry of Foreign Affairs has contacted the Venezuelan government regarding relief efforts in the aftermath of 2 earthquakes that took place on 24 Jun. 2026. âOur solidarity with the people of Venezuela,â Mexicoâs president Claudia Sheinbaum […]
SouthCom leadership in Venezuela to coordinate earthquake relief support efforts
MIAMI, FLORIDA (By Southcom, 26.Jun.2026, Words: 156) â US Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard arrived in Caracas, Venezuela, to oversee US Department of War support to Venezuela earthquake relief efforts. Maj. Gen. Jarrard is serving as the senior US Southern Command (SouthCom) official on the ground and is working […]
PETROBRAS says BĂșzios field production exceeds 1.1 MMb/d
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 130) â In a season of records, oil production from the BĂșzios field surpassed the 1.1 million barrel per day (MMb/d) mark. This, after reaching the 1 MMb/d mark in 2025.
PRESS DIGEST 25 JUN 2026: CCS Stock Exchange hours; Olmeca power issue
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 489) â The following briefs are compiled from varied media outlets across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond and span company details on The Caracas Stock Exchange, PetrĂłleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), CFE, Power Metallic Mines Inc., Baker Hughes, and JinkoSolar Holding […]
Argentina reports bids of $8.2bn for private electrical storage projects
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 96) â Argentinaâs Energy Secretariat announced economic bids were submitted for private electrical storage projects across the country. The secretariat said the electrical energy storage projects in batteries are progressing as planned.
Venezuela calls on private sector to assist in search and rescue efforts
HOUSTON, TEXAS (By Pietro D. Pitts, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 178) â Venezuelaâs national government called on the private business sector to assist in search and rescue efforts following 2 recent massive earthquakes in the country on 24 Jun. 2026. Venezuelaâs interim president Delcy RodrĂguez requested support in renting […]
OFAC issues GL60 related to earthquake relief in Venezuela
BOGOTĂ, COLOMBIA (By Ana Sanches, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 66) â The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued general license no. 60 related to earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela. GL60 comes in the immediate aftermath of 2 massive earthquakes registered in Venezuela in 24 Jun. 2026 (7.2 […]
Venezuela activates public health centers after earthquakes
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (By Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 272) â The government of Venezuela, through the Ministry of Health and the National Public Health System, in response to the situation arising from the seismic event that occurred on 24 Jun. 2026, reported that all public health centers have been […]
Baker Hughes to deliver systems to support greater PAJ development
HOUSTON, TEXAS and LONDON, UK (By Baker Hughes, 25.Jun.2026, Words: 252) â Baker Hughes announced a significant award from Azule Energy to provide subsea production systems to support safe, efficient operations in Angolaâs Greater PAJ development. Under the agreement, Baker Hughes will supply its deepwater horizontal tree systems to optimize production […]