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Nigeria taps Transcorp Energy to expand renewable power, via linking mini-grids
Transnational Corporation Plc's (NGX:TRANSCORP) energy unit plans to deploy mini-grid projects to deliver reliable electricity to underserved communities across Abuja.
Nigeria to enforce "drill or drop" rule to speed oil block development
Nigeria’s upstream regulator has said oil companies will no longer be allowed to hold prospecting licences for extended periods without carrying out explorations.
INTERVIEW: Taiwan’s TSEC CORPORATION – mover and shaker in the nation’s solar sector
A leading name in the Taiwanese solar sector, TSEC has seen its valuation on the Taiwanese exchange skyrocket in recent months.
Nigeria’s Dangote and China’s GCL sign $4.2bn gas supply deal for Ethiopia fertiliser project
Nigerian conglomerate Dangote Industries and China’s GCL Group have signed a $4.2bn natural gas supply agreement to support a $2.5bn fertiliser complex in Ethiopia aimed at strengthening East Africa’s agricultural supply chain.
Brazil’s Petrobras awards $736mn in vessel contracts to Brazil's Oceanica
Brazilian state-owned oil company Petrobras has awarded long-term subsea vessel contracts worth BRL4.2bn ($736mn) to Brazilian provider Oceanica Engenharia e Consultoria.
Brazil’s Petrobras helicopter contracts could total $1.7bn as offshore aviation costs rise
Brazilian state-owned oil company Petrobras is expected to charter between 35 and 45 helicopters in 2026, generating contracts worth around BRL9.0bn ($1.7bn) as tight global aircraft availability pushes up costs, according to a source.
ExxonMobil files environmental assessment for Guyana's first non-associated gas project
Kazakhstan’s electric vehicle registrations reach 21,000 units
The fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) in Kazakhstan continues to grow, with more than 21,000 EVs currently registered in the country, 24.kz reported on March 16, citing the Bureau of National Statistics.
First gas from Absheron full field development planned for September 2029
First gas production under the Full Field Development project of Azerbaijan’s Absheron gas-condensate field is planned for September 2029, according to TotalEnergies Absheron B.V., one of the companies involved in the project.
Eni announces two gas discoveries in offshore Libya
Italian energy major Eni announced two new gas discoveries south of its producing Bahr Essalam field in offshore western Libya, while also progressing with the country’s first deepwater exploration well alongside its partner BP.
Ghana sets first EV charging tariff as utility prices fall in broader energy reset
Ghana has introduced its first regulated tariff for commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging while cutting electricity and water prices, in a move aimed at easing costs and supporting energy transition efforts.
Ukraine’s Naftogaz reportedly approaches OMV Petrom for Black Sea offshore gas partnership
Ukraine’s state-owned energy company Naftogaz is in early-stage talks with Romania’s OMV Petrom (BVB: SNP) over a potential partnership to develop an offshore gas field in the Black Sea.
Czech vice-PM says Prague can lead EU’s Druzhba pipeline inspection
Czech vice Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade, Karel Havlíček of the populist Ano party has said Prague can lead the Druzhba oil pipeline inspection.
Indonesia explores oil imports from Brunei
The government of Indonesia is reportedly assessing the possibility of importing crude oil from Brunei as part of efforts to safeguard national energy security
Colombia, PDVSA review pipeline contract as Caracas signals exit
Colombia is assessing the future of a cross-border pipeline agreement after PDVSA indicated it intends to terminate a contract with Ecopetrol linked to the rehabilitation of the Antonio Ricaurte gas pipeline, Colombia’s energy minister said
Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday
Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages.
Colombia's Ecopetrol profit drop weighs on Colombia corporate earnings in 2025
A sharp decline in profits at Ecopetrol weighed on overall corporate results in Colombia during 2025, as subdued industrial activity and policy uncertainty limited business momentum across sectors
India’s installed power capacity reaches 520 GW
India’s total installed power generation capacity has reached 520.51 gigawatts (GW) as of January 31, 2026, Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik informed the Parliament on March 16.
GE Vernova, Hitachi target SE Asia for BWRX-300 reactor deployment
GE Vernova and Hitachi have agreed to explore opportunities to deploy the BWRX-300 small modular reactor across Southeast Asia.
Japan’s TEPCO delays launch of Kashiwazaki-Kariwa reactor after alarm
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings has postponed the start of commercial operations at a recently restarted nuclear reactor after an alarm indicated a possible electricity leak at the facility.
Another Japanese petrochemical producer cuts ethylene output
The Japanese refiner has lowered the operating rates at its ethylene facilities in Ichihara in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo, and in Shunan in Yamaguchi Prefecture, according to company officials.
India’s Saatvik expands into battery storage
Saatvik Green Energy Limited has established a wholly owned subsidiary focused on battery technologies and energy storage systems as the Indian renewable energy group broadens its activities beyond solar.
Founder Group wins Malaysian solar contract
The project forms part of the government’s Corporate Green Power Programme, an initiative designed to accelerate corporate decarbonisation by supporting the development of additional solar generation capacity.
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