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Colombia's Ecopetrol chief steps aside temporarily amid probes and political tensions
The board of Colombia’s state-controlled oil company Ecopetrol has asked its chief executive Ricardo Roa to step aside temporarily until after the presidential election cycle, following mounting legal scrutiny and internal dissent
Colombia's Isagén, US Atlas secure financing for $453mn solar project in Colombia
Isagén and Atlas Renewable Energy have reached financial close for the El Campano solar project in Córdoba, paving the way for construction of a 128.8 MWdc facility expected to begin operations in the third quarter of 2027
Cuba turns to Chinese solar imports as energy crisis deepens under oil curbs
Cuba is accelerating imports of Chinese solar technology to mitigate worsening electricity shortages linked to tighter oil supply restrictions, as the island seeks to stabilise its fragile power system
OMV Petrom comes up dry off coast of Bulgaria
A consortium led by OMV Petrom has failed to find significant gas volumes at a Black Sea exploration well offshore Bulgaria.
Trillion seeks sale of offshore Turkish gas project
Canada-listed Trillion Energy is seeking a buyer for its stake in a Black Sea gas project while advancing a new exploration position in Turkey.
Aker BP starts up Symra field off Norway
Norwegian oil and gas producer Aker BP has started oil production from the Symra field in the North Sea nine months ahead of schedule.
Energy shock drives food price pressures in North Macedonia
Policymakers, businesses and households are bracing for potential spillover effects as higher energy costs begin to filter through the economy.
Jackdaw approval in sight in UK
The UK is set to approve Shell’s Jackdaw gas field, unlocking a major North Sea resource while exposing the tension between energy security needs and climate commitments.
Blackstone invests in Bulgarian solar developer Sunotec
German-Bulgarian solar photovoltaic developer Sunotec has secured a structured equity investment from funds managed by Blackstone’s Tactical Opportunities unit to support its expansion across Europe.
US lawmakers urge end to Cuba energy curbs after Havana visit
Two US lawmakers called for an end to restrictions on fuel supplies to Cuba after a five-day visit to Havana, warning that tightening curbs are worsening the island’s economic crisis
Cuba to boost power output with Russian fuel as floating plants add 124MW
Cuba said two floating power units will generate 124MW of electricity from mid-April following the arrival of Russian fuel shipments, as the island seeks to ease a deepening energy shortfall
Union leader says fuel supply steady despite war on Iran
Iran’s fuel supply network has continued to operate without disruption despite war and threats of further attacks, a union official said.
US strikes hit Kharg Island defences as Iran says oil exports intact
US forces struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, as Iranian sources insisted the country’s main oil export hub remained fully operational despite heavy bombardment.
Stena Carron seeks lifting equipment suppliers as Guyana drilling continues through 2026
Pemex's aging pipelines under scrutiny as Gulf of Mexico spill triggers cover-up allegations
A hydrocarbon spill stretching more than 630 kilometres along Mexico's Gulf coastline has become something more than an environmental emergency. It has become a test of whether Pemex and the government told the truth about when they knew.
Can pipelines make a comeback?
The shock to LNG supply is forcing buyers to confront both physical disruption and rising dependence on the US, which could revive interest in long-stalled pipeline projects.
Abu Dhabi firm signs 20-year LNG deal with Mexico's Amigo LNG for Pacific supply route to Asia
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data.
Chile clears $1bn renewables push as wind projects dominate new capacity pipeline
Chile has approved a fresh wave of renewable energy investments exceeding $1bn, reinforcing its transition strategy with a strong tilt towards wind generation and grid expansion.
Meloni visits Gulf to cement Italy's energy ties as European rift with US over Iran widens
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni concluded a two-day tour of the Persian Gulf on April 4, meeting the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to shore up Italy's energy security as Iranian attacks on GCC countries continue.
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