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FUELLING THE FUTURE: KSA FIRM ON GROWTH, STABLE SUPPLY
Saudi Arabia has insisted that the global energy demand is surging, and the kingdom remains focused on ensuring efficient and reliable supplies to address it.
Achieve more with the help of local fluid system experts
SwagelokⓇ field engineers enhance fluid system performance, improve uptime, reduce costs, and mitigate risks with onsite evaluations, expert solutions, and comprehensive improvement roadmaps
Aramco sees 'good' China oil demand
CHINA is still driving growth in global oil demand, Saudi Aramco's Chief Executive Officer, Amin Nasser, said, dismissing concerns about peaking consumption in the world's biggest energy user.
Transforming measurement accuracy in O&G gas ops
Developments in remote technology are helping to take the time, cost and potential risks out of remotely verifying instruments in dispersed desert fields, John Green of ABB Measurement and Analytics, tells OGN
Optimising biogas production with process analyser tech
Process analysers ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability while enhancing efficiency and methane output in the growing biogas energy sector, Harry Burton and Michael Gaura tell OGN
Sustainability can help save in more ways than one
Norclamp's sustainability initiatives show how businesses can turn this challenge into an advantage, finding opportunities to save money and enhance operations while reducing emissions
BAHRAIN: BALANCING LEGACY & SUSTAINABILITY
Recognising the evolving global energy landscape, Bahrain has invested in the modernisation of its hydrocarbons infrastructure to remain competitive
Poor filtration design costing O&G companies millions
Oil and gas companies can cut costs and boost efficiency by involving filtration experts early to optimise systems, reduce maintenance, and improve performance, Chris Nixon of Cleanova tells OGN
BMP facilities deploy latest tech to enhance efficiency
The Bapco Modernization Project (BMP) increases the company's refining capacity, enhances the product slate, improves energy efficiency, while ensuring environmental compliance
SFME to host expert workshops on energy resilience
THE Sustainability Forum Middle East (SFME), set to launch its third edition on January 28-29, in Bahrain, will feature expertled workshops to support businesses in launching or accelerating their net-zero journeys.
Coal will be a central pillar of COP31, wherever it's held
In the shadows of COP29, two of the world’s most coal-dependent countries are still bidding to host the UN climate summit in 2026, offering what could be a unique moment to renew focus on coal, write climate analysts Christopher Wright and Ufuk Alparslan
Anchored in excellence: Miros' milestones making waves
While 2024 has been a remarkable year with milestones and moments of pride, the company is looking ahead to driving innovation and success, Marius Five Aarset tells OGN
SBTi updating plans for O&G, other sectors to cut emissions
TO tackle emissions in high-impact industries and align with its Corporate Net-Zero Standard, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is updating its terms of reference for three sector projects: oil and gas, chemicals and power.
AIQ will integrate Reservoir 360 with SLB software
AIQ, Abu Dhabi-based AI company, has partnered with global energy technology company SLB to integrate its Advanced Reservoir 360 (AR360) solution with SLB's Petrel software as a plug-in.
Wärtsilä to power methanol-ready vessel
WÄRTSILÄ, a technology group, has been ordered to supply a complete propulsion package for a 38,000 DWT methanol-ready cement carrier vessel, one of the largest vessel of its type and the first with a methanol-ready notation.
Afreximbank signs major hydropower project in DRC
AFRICAN Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a project preparation facility financing agreement for its private-sector renewable energy project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
$29m solar project to boost Chad's energy access
THE African Development Bank Group has approved €28 million ($29 million) for the construction of solar power plants in Gassi and Lamadji, Chad, as part of its Desert to Power program.
AfDB invests $30m in AFC to boost climate action
THE African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $30 million equity investment in Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to launch innovative \"green shares\" to fund climate action projects across Africa.
Promoting gender equality in S Africa's energy transition
A series of events held between November 12-15 in South Africa marked several strides forward in advancing gender equality in the Just Energy Transition.
Opec Fund approves $1bn in financing
THE Opec Fund for International Development (Opec Fund) approved nearly $1 billion in development financing in Q4 2024, including at its 190th Governing Board meeting in Vienna, with a large chunk allocated for Africa.
EU Council calls for geothermal action plan
THE energy ministers in the EU Energy Council have approved conclusions on promoting geothermal energy, marking a pivotal moment for its development in Europe.
Europe's energy taxes are worsening industry woes
GOVERNMENTS hunting for ways to aid Europe's struggling industries should take aim at the continent's high energy taxes, which are eroding competitiveness, the head of Europe's electricity lobby told Reuters.
Aramco partners on new carbon capture tech
ARAMCO has signed a collaboration agreement with Carbon Clean and Samsung E&A to demonstrate a new carbon capture technology.
ewpartners invests in United Solar's project
EWPARTNERS, an international investment firm, has invested in United Solar Holding, a leading company in the energy transition sector.
Wood's Middle East contracts hit $920 million in 2024
WOOD, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has secured a record $920 million of strategic wins across the Middle East in 2024.
Harnessing carbon: A catalyst for CO2 transformation
Carbon-based materials revolutionise CO2 conversion, offering sustainable pathways for reducing emissions and producing chemicals, as breakthroughs highlight electrocatalysis and thermocatalysis for scalable, efficient processes
Aramco boosts localisation with key energy projects
SAUDI Aramco is making significant strides towards localising key energy initiatives through a series of high-profile agreements and projects that span the spectrum of sustainability, carbon capture, and petrochemical expansion.
Aramco's iktva is shaping KSA's energy future
Saudi Arabia's localisation initiatives, led by Aramco's iktva programme, are transforming the energy sector, driving economic growth, job creation, and innovation, while positioning the Kingdom as a global energy hub by 2030
Localising graphene-enriched carbon fibre production in KSA
The groundbreaking venture establishes the Kingdom as a global leader in the production of the GIM GrapheneFibre, directly supporting the nation’s Vision 2030 objectives of fostering innovation and sustainability
Petchem should focus on efficiency as growth slows
Aggreko advises petrochemical firms to focus on improving efficiency and energy resilience to navigate slowing sector growth and address challenges such as rising energy costs and shifting market conditions