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Optimisation plan for Pemex proposed by Wellingence

13 June 2024

Wellingence, a consulting firm, has recommended an optimisation strategy for PEMEX aimed at bolstering its financial health through targeted divestments.

Venezuela oil production sees increase despite sanctions return

13 June 2024

Venezuela's oil production reached 910,000 barrels per day in May, marking a 3.6% increase from April, as reported by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries on June 11. PDVSA has sustained growth this year, adding 32,000 bpd.

Petrobras to support Brazil’s development, increase GDP, says new CEO

13 June 2024

The new CEO at Brazil’s national oil company Petrobras, Magda Chambriard, has said the company stands ready to support the country’s growth by increasing energy supply, including renewable energy, contributing to development and GDP growth.

Moody's maintains Petrobras' credit rating with stable outlook

13 June 2024

Moody's has opted to maintain Brazil’s national oil company Petrobras' credit rating at 'Ba2' with a stable outlook, citing the company's robust credit metrics within its rating category and consistent operational and financial performance.

Colombia's energy capacity to surge up to 85% by 2037 with major shift to renewables

13 June 2024

In the latest version of the Generation Expansion Plan to 2037, the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (Upme) forecasts a significant transformation in Colombia's energy landscape. By 2037, 53% of energy generation will come from renewable sources.

SBM Offshore buys stakes in Angolan FPSOs

13 June 2024

SBM Offshore has realigned its business in Angola by acquiring shares in the lease and operating entities of FPSOs from Sonangol, while simultaneously divesting its stake in the Paenal shipyard to a Sonangol subsidiary.

Thailand charts greener energy course in revised power plan

13 June 2024

Thailand's energy landscape is poised for a significant transformation with the unveiling of a revised Power Development Plan and Natural Gas Management Plan by the Energy Policy and Planning Office

Vietnam's coal conundrum: balancing power needs with climate goals

13 June 2024

Vietnam faces a complex energy challenge as it strives to avoid last year's crippling power outages while also fulfilling its climate commitments

United Petroleum Australia targets 200 active petrol stations in Sri Lanka

13 June 2024

United Petroleum Australia is preparing to initiate operations in Sri Lanka by late July or early August, with the end goal of expanding its presence in the retail petroleum sector

Indian energy firms to export RLNG to Bangladesh

13 June 2024

Two Indian energy firms are preparing to export regasified liquefied natural gas to Bangladesh through two pipelines stretching 265 kilometres

Indonesian region Trenggalek explores carbon trading to boost local revenue

13 June 2024

The Trenggalek Regency Administration in East Java is adopting carbon trading as a new fiscal scheme to boost local revenue, aligning with the national goal of achieving net zero carbon by 2060

Hengyi exports more fuel oil from Brunei after refinery fire

12 June 2024

China's Hengyi Industries has ramped up fuel oil exports from its refinery in Brunei this month and stalled the loading of other refined products after a fire broke out at the facility in late May.

CNOOC reports strong gas flow in South China Sea well test

12 June 2024

Chinese state offshore operator CNOOC has reported a strong test result at a well targeting gas reserves in ultradeep waters of the South China Sea.

New Zealand to lift ban on oil and gas exploration

12 June 2024

The New Zealand government plans to propose legislation later this year to overturn the 2018 prohibition on new oil and gas exploration.

Sweltering heat fuels surge in India's gas-fired power usage

12 June 2024

India is witnessing a surge in gas-fired power generation. As a result, and according to industry officials and experts, imports of LNG are projected to rise sharply over the next two years.