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Saipem begins construction on BP’s $7bn integrated gas project off Indonesia

Italy’s energy engineering and construction group Saipem has launched fabrication work on BP’s $7bn integrated project in Indonesia, marking a significant step forward in the expansion of the country’s LNG capacity.

Indonesian company Cikarang Listrindo faces gas supply disruption after Pertamina field shutdown

PT Cikarang Listrindo has reported a disruption in its natural gas supply following an unexpected shutdown at Pertamina EP’s (PEP) Subang Gathering Station on August 5

Offshore substation completed for Taipower offshore wind project phase II

The offshore substation for Taipower’s Phase II wind project has been successfully put in place, marking a major step forward in Taiwan’s renewable energy expansion.

Asian LNG prices head south as markets await any Trump–Putin talks fallout

Some suggested Moscow may seek to reopen discussions on Arctic LNG 2, its 19.8mn tonnes per annum project, which is currently constrained by US measures.

KN Holdings partners with Samsung to develop floating solar in Vietnam’s highlands

Vietnam’s KN Holdings has signed a memorandum of understanding with Samsung C&T, a subsidiary of South Korea’s Samsung Group, to develop three floating solar power projects

China ramps up LNG imports after several sluggish months

Chinese LNG imports have climbed over the past month amid dropping prices and efforts to refill stock levels, reversing a trend of several months of declining imports;

ASEAN ministers launch ambitious plan to finance regional power grid

In a significant step toward deeper energy integration, ASEAN’s energy, economic and finance ministers convened virtually on August 14 to unlock new financing mechanisms for the ASEAN Power Grid

Malaysia strengthens ASEAN nuclear cooperation, hands over ASEANTOM chairmanship to Philippines

Korean nuclear plants to upgrade cooling systems as sea temperatures rise

Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) is preparing to upgrade cooling facilities at its nuclear power plants in response to steadily rising sea temperatures linked to climate change.

ASEAN ministers meet to advance power grid financing

The discussions focused on aligning sectoral priorities to support a more integrated, sustainable, and resilient energy system in the region.

Indonesia–Taiwan energy compact could unlock floating solar and offshore wind potential

Taiwan’s Cathay Life Insurance’s $1.64bn purchase of a 50% stake in Ørsted’s 583 MW Greater Changhua 4 offshore wind farm last December signaled more than an investment shift, it underscored Taiwanese financial institutions' growth

Philippines integrates hazard mapping with energy disaster system

The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) have formed a partnership to boost disaster preparedness in the energy sector by embedding real-time hazard information into planning and operations.

Tokyo Gas starts operations at subsidised solar plant in Kanagawa

Tokyo Gas has commenced electricity supply from the RYM Ogishima Solar Power Plant, a 2MWAC/3MWDC facility, to several district heating and cooling centres in Tokyo managed by its subsidiary, Tokyo Gas Engineering Solutions.

China’s solar capacity growth expected to ease in late 2025 after policy shift

China’s expansion of solar power capacity is projected to decelerate in the latter half of 2025, following the removal of guaranteed pricing for renewable projects.

India crosses 100-GW solar PV module manufacturing capacity

India has reached a significant milestone, with its solar PV module manufacturing capacity enlisted under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) crossing the 100 GW mark, according to a government press release dated August 13.

New hybrid hydro-solar projects planned for Laos

Electricité du Laos has unveiled a programme to expand renewable energy capacity through new hydropower and solar initiatives, while modernising the national grid to improve reliability.

ASEAN is going nuclear – it's just a matter of time

Across the ASEAN bloc, energy security, surging data-centre demand and net-zero pledges are nudging governments to revisit their nuclear options.

Sri Lanka greenlights consultancy tender for floating solar power projects

Sri Lanka is set to advance its renewable energy ambitions with the Cabinet of Ministers approving the commencement of a procurement process to engage consultancy services for floating solar power projects

Indonesia prioritises domestic gas supply, delays imports in 2025

Indonesia has not imported any gas so far in 2025, as the government channels domestic production to meet local demand while restricting exports, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said on August 11

Conrad Asia Energy advances Aceh gas projects with seismic campaign and resource upgrade

Singapore-based Conrad Asia Energy has outlined fresh operational milestones and resource estimates for its two wholly owned offshore production sharing contracts (PSCs) in Indonesia, signalling progress toward commercialising significant natural gas

India’s LNG terminal capacity stands at 52.7 mtpa

India’s eight operational liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals have a combined capacity of 52.7mn tonnes per annum (mtpa), with 13 LNG retail stations commissioned by state-owned oil and gas companies and another 16 operated by private entities

India approves Tato-II hydro project in Arunachal Pradesh

India’s Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an investment of INR81.46bn ($940mn) for the construction of the Tato-II Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh

Adani commissions solar-wind hybrid project in Gujarat

The new facility combines both photovoltaic panels and wind turbines to deliver power more effectively, in the process helping offset the variability of single-source renewables.

India’s Hindustan Power agrees PPA with Uttar Pradesh Power

Leading Indian utility, Hindustan Power has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) for a 435-MW direct current solar photovoltaic project in the state.

South Korea – Vietnam MOU to increase green power development

South Korea and Vietnam have signed a series of memoranda of understanding to strengthen collaboration in renewable energy and nuclear power development.

Quang Tri’s $2bn Laos wind project under inspection

Malaysia urges nuclear governance in ASEAN

On the subject of nuclear energy, an issue of interest to multiple ASEAN nations of late, the Malaysian government is conducting a comprehensive assessment of the role nuclear power could play as part of the country’s future energy mix.

Indonesia’s gas power expansion could cost $9.6bn annually, undermine energy transition

Indonesia’s plan to add up to 10.3 gigawatts (GW) of gas-fired power capacity under the 2025–2034 Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) could cost up to IDR155.8 trillion ($9.6bn) per year

India’s coking coal output rises 48% under ‘Mission Coking Coal’

India’s domestic coking coal production has grown by 48%, increasing from 44.79mn tonnes (MT) in FY21 to 66.47MT in FY25, the Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy shared the update in a written reply to the Indian Parliament on August 11.

Seven firms bid for Sri Lanka’s Mullikulam wind power projects

Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Electricity Board has received bids from seven companies to develop two 50-MW wind power plants in Mullikulam

EEX to introduce Japan fiscal year power futures in October 2025

The European Energy Exchange (EEX) will roll out fiscal year-based Japan power futures on October 14, aiming to match market participants’ needs for risk management aligned with Japan’s financial year

Dong Fang offshore secures 15-year service vessel contract in Taiwan

Taiwan-based offshore vessel company Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) has secured a significant 15-year agreement with Synera Renewable Energy (SRE) to supply a service operations vessel (SOV) for the Formosa 4 offshore wind project.