Middle East
Israel Restarts Gas Exports to Jordan, Egypt Supply Remains Halted
Israel has resumed limited natural gas exports after a temporary shutdown due to regional conflict, with most flows going to Jordan and minimal volumes reaching Egypt, which remains largely without supply.
'Deep Pockets' Could Help Abu Dhabi Win Regulatory Approval for Santos Bid, Analysts Say
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, preparing an $18.7 billion bid for Santos, is likely to face close scrutiny from Australian regulators worried about local gas supply, but could win them over with pledges to speed up new projects, analysts say.
Oil Prices Surge as Israel-Iran Clash Puts World’s Key Oil Route at Risk
Israel’s strike on Iran has raised fears that Tehran could retaliate by disrupting oil flows through the world’s most critical oil transit route, the Strait of Hormuz, potentially pushing crude prices toward $100 per barrel.
IEA Ready to Tap Oil Reserves After Israel-Iran Strikes; OPEC Pushes Back
The IEA says it is prepared to release emergency oil reserves following Israel’s attack on Iran, while OPEC criticized the move as creating unnecessary market fear. Oil prices surged 7%—the biggest jump since Russia invaded Ukraine.
ADNOC’s XRG Targets 25 Million Tons of LNG, Gas Capacity Per Year by 2035
Abu Dhabi’s XRG, backed by ADNOC, is targeting 20–25 million tons of gas and LNG capacity by 2035 as part of a bold new strategy. The investment arm is eyeing acquisitions in North America and positioning itself as a global energy player.
Corrosion-Linked Blast Disables Iraq Gas Pipeline Near Kirkuk
An explosion and fire disabled a gas pipeline in Iraq’s Kirkuk region, halting domestic supply to power stations in Baiji. Officials from North Gas Co. attributed the blast to pipeline corrosion, with repairs expected to take two days.
Iraq Oil Ministry Sues Kurdish Government over U.S. Oil and Gas Contracts
The legal challenge is the latest obstacle to the resumption of flows through the Iraq-Turkey oil pipeline that have been halted since March 2023, despite pressure by the U.S. Trump administration.
Aramco Seeks Investors for $100 Billion Jafurah Gas Infrastructure Project
Saudi Aramco is seeking investors for infrastructure assets tied to its $100 billion Jafurah gas project, including over 1,500 km of pipelines and processing facilities, as it ramps up shale gas production.
Turkey, Syria Reconnect Energy Ties with Major Gas and Power Deal
Turkey will supply Syria with 2 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually and provide 1,000 megawatts of electricity, as part of a broader energy cooperation deal that includes activating a cross-border pipeline and infrastructure investment.
Fluxys, OQGN to Develop Hydrogen Pipeline Network in Oman
Fluxys and OQGN have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a hydrogen transportation network in Oman, supporting the country’s Vision 2040 energy transition goals and enabling future hydrogen exports to Europe.
Wood Mackenzie Warns of Gas Turbine Supply Constraints Through 2040
Wood Mackenzie expects new gas-fired generation projects of around 890 gigawatt (GW) capacity to be added globally between 2025 and 2040, with the U.S. and China leading at 47% annual additions during the same period.
Saudi Crude Flows to China Expected to Stay High in June
Saudi Arabia is set to maintain oil exports to China at a one-year high in June, with 48 million barrels allocated amid increased OPEC+ output and strong demand from Chinese refiners.
Aramco to Secure 6.2 Million Tons of U.S. LNG via NextDecade, Sempra Deals
Saudi Aramco will sign MoUs with U.S. LNG producers NextDecade and Sempra for 6.2 million tons of LNG supply, part of its broader push into the natural gas market and U.S. energy investments.
Iran Expands Gas Network by 265 Miles in a Year
Iran added 265 miles of new gas pipelines and launched major compressor stations and infrastructure projects last year to expand its national gas transmission system and support future exports.
China’s April Crude Imports Rise 7.5% on Iran, Russia Supply Surge
China imported 11.69 million bpd of crude oil in April, up 7.5% year-over-year, led by strong deliveries from Iran and Russia. Stockpiling during refinery maintenance and discounted sanctioned barrels supported the increase.
Global Energy Exports Slide as Trade Risks Weigh on Oil and Fuel Demand
Global oil, LNG and fuel exports slowed in early 2025 as rising trade tensions and tariffs disrupt flows, pressuring demand across major import markets and raising risks for energy exporters.
Saudi Arabia Can Control Oil Supply, But Demand May Be Its Achilles’ Heel
Saudi Arabia is flexing its oil supply control, but weakening global demand could undermine its strategy and pose challenges.
QatarEnergy Nears Long-Term LNG Supply Deal with Japan
QatarEnergy is in advanced discussions with Japanese buyers including JERA and Mitsui for a long-term LNG supply deal from its North Field expansion project, aiming to secure its dominance in the key Asian market.
Technip Energies to Deliver Engineering for Qatar Offshore Gas Compression Project
Technip Energies has been awarded a detailed engineering contract for QatarEnergy LNG’s NFPS COMP 4 offshore compression project, advancing Qatar’s major natural gas expansion plans.
Syrian President, Iraqi Delegation Discuss Restoring Oil Pipeline
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and an Iraqi delegation met in Damascus to discuss restoring an oil pipeline through Syria to Mediterranean ports, aiming to boost trade and address regional energy needs amid ongoing economic challenges.
U.S.-China Trade War Reshapes Global LPG Flows, Pressures Prices
China is shifting away from U.S. LPG imports due to new tariffs, boosting demand for Middle East supply and altering global liquefied petroleum gas trade routes. The disruption is expected to affect prices, inventories, and global petrochemical markets.
China’s ENN Inks 15-Year LNG Deal with ADNOC; Zhenhua Signs 5-Year Pact
China’s ENN Natural Gas and Zhenhua Oil have signed long-term LNG supply agreements with ADNOC, marking a key expansion of LNG trade between the UAE and China. ENN will receive 1 million metric tons annually for 15 years, while Zhenhua agreed to a 5-year deal starting in 2026.
Oman, Netherlands, Germany Agree on First Green Hydrogen Import Corridor
Industry groups from Oman, the Netherlands, and Germany have signed an agreement to develop the world’s first liquid hydrogen import corridor, linking ports in Duqm, Amsterdam, and Duisburg to support Europe's green energy transition.
Iraq Approves Subsea Oil Pipeline Deal to Expand Export Capacity
Iraq has signed a deal with Italian contractor Micoperi and Turkey's Esta to build a 2.4 million barrels-per-day subsea oil export pipeline linking to its southern ports, aiming to boost offshore export capacity.
Chinese Oil Storage Site Sanctioned by U.S. for Ties to Iran Crude Pipeline
The U.S. sanctioned a Chinese oil terminal connected to an undersea pipeline carrying Iranian crude, days before nuclear talks with Tehran. The move targets midstream infrastructure linked to Iran’s sanctioned oil trade.
U.S. Energy Secretary Says Iran’s Oil Exports Can Be Stopped Under Trump Plan
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the U.S. could stop Iran’s oil exports under President Trump’s renewed pressure campaign, citing the ability to track and block shipments as part of a broader strategy to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran.
NextDecade Signs 20-Year LNG Deal with Aramco Tied to Train 4 FID
NextDecade has signed a 20-year agreement with a Saudi Aramco subsidiary to supply 1.2 million tonnes per annum of LNG from its Rio Grande facility. The deal is contingent on a final investment decision for Train 4.
India, UAE to Build Sri Lanka Energy Hub with Pipeline, Storage Infrastructure
The energy hub in the strategically important city of Trincomalee, a natural harbor in the Sri Lanka's east, will involve construction of a multi-product pipeline and may include using a World War Two tank farm partly held by the Sri Lankan subsidiary of Indian Oil Corp.
Global News April 2025
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Baker Hughes to Provide Coiled-Tubing Drilling for Dubai Gas Storage Project
The agreement expands Baker Hughes' role in the Margham project. The company is already supplying its Integrated Compressor Line (ICL) units for gas storage, injection, and export.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- U.S. Moves to Block Enterprise Products’ Exports to China Over Security Risk
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
- Heath Consultants Exits Locate Business to Expand Methane Leak Detection Portfolio
