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Energy trading and markets across gas, LNG, power, renewables and the infrastructure that connects them.
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AnalysisEnergy
The acquisition of Romania’s leading offshore producer marks a classic lifecycle transfer from private equity and multilateral backers to a focused upstream operator.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 30, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The completion of well plug and abandonment alongside offshore infrastructure removal demonstrates the evolving operational discipline and marine logistics shaping mature UK Continental Shelf assets.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 20, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
A proposed blanket authorisation programme aims to remove procedural bottlenecks for American export infrastructure, offering enhanced delivery certainty for developers and international off-takers.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 20, 2026
NewsEnergy
The arrival of Rem Offshore's latest energy subsea construction vessel in Norway for final outfitting highlights the maritime industry's ongoing transition towards alternative fuels, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the broader refined fuels supply chain and its associated logistics.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 16, 2026
NewsEnergy
Production has commenced for crucial 525 kV high-voltage direct current subsea cables, marking a significant step forward for a vital German offshore wind grid connection project and highlighting progress in energy infrastructure development.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 16, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The upcoming tender for Hornsea 3's offshore transmission assets by Ofgem highlights the growing scale and investment potential within the UK's renewable energy infrastructure sector, offering long-term, regulated returns for market participants.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 15, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The commissioning of a new storage tank at the Gate LNG terminal in Rotterdam significantly enhances the Netherlands' regasification capabilities, impacting European energy security and market dynamics.
Refined Fuels Partners · October 1, 2026
NewsEnergy
The Malta-based commodity trading house receives the EcoVadis Committed Badge, recognising responsible and sustainable business practices across environment, labour, ethics and procurement.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 28, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The successful completion of an ultra-deepwater autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) survey off East Malaysia highlights the critical role of sophisticated geotechnical data in de-risking complex offshore energy projects.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 28, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Recent appraisal drilling campaigns by Aker BP, Equinor, and DNO in the Norwegian North Sea have led to upward revisions of estimated hydrocarbon volumes, underscoring the ongoing potential within established basins.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 25, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Recent contract awards to an offshore engineering firm highlight sustained capital expenditure in Southeast Asia's upstream energy sector, signalling ongoing demand for specialised services.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 25, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
A recent five-year contract renewal between CNOOC International and engineering firm Worley underscores the continued operational focus and investment in mature basin assets on the UK Continental Shelf.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 25, 2026
NewsEnergy
The NeuConnect interconnector project is making tangible progress with the fit-out of its crucial converter stations in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, and on the Isle of Grain, UK, marking a significant step for the high-voltage direct current link.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 25, 2026
NewsEnergy
A new five-year agreement will see Omega Subsea provide Work Class Remotely Operated Vehicle systems to two NKT vessels, enhancing subsea cable installation capabilities from early 2024.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 25, 2026
NewsEnergy
Saudi Aramco has awarded four significant contracts to SLB, encompassing drilling services for more than 450 wells, highlighting ongoing investment in upstream oil and gas development.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 24, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The establishment of a dedicated remote operations centre in Singapore for unmanned survey activities highlights a strategic shift towards enhanced efficiency and safety in offshore data acquisition.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 22, 2026
NewsEnergy
A recent transaction in South Africa's offshore energy sector highlights continued strategic investment in high-potential exploration and production assets, particularly within the Atlantic Margin region.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 22, 2026
NewsEnergy
The trader used the two-day Luanda programme to meet government, investor and industry participants as Angola positions itself as an African energy hub.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 14, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Shell's move to acquire an interest in BP's Conifer prospect underscores the enduring appeal of established deepwater basins for major energy players seeking long-term production and portfolio optimisation.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The potential introduction of perpetual contracts for US crude oil prices by a prediction market platform could offer novel avenues for risk management and market participation, complementing existing derivatives frameworks.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
NewsEnergy
Belgium's government has reaffirmed its unchanged policy regarding Russian financial assets frozen within its jurisdiction, signalling a steady approach to international sanctions.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The latest EIA data indicates a significant draw in US crude oil inventories, driven by strong refining throughput and elevated export volumes, pointing to a healthy demand environment.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The formal naming of Uganda's crude oil grade, 'Pearl Sweet', marks a significant step in the nation's journey towards becoming an oil exporter, highlighting the evolving dynamics of the East African energy landscape.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
NewsEnergy
Germany's expanding LNG import infrastructure takes a significant step forward as Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group secures a contract for essential submerged motor pumps at the Brunsbüttel terminal. This latest procurement highlights the nation's commitment to diversifying its energy supply.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
A new collaboration between Titan Clean Fuels and Sogestran Group is set to enhance liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering infrastructure in the Western Mediterranean, introducing a dedicated ship-to-ship refuelling capability.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The escalating risk of power grid instability across major US regions due to sustained high temperatures highlights critical interdependencies within the energy complex, with implications for refined fuels and logistics.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
As global energy markets navigate volatility, Thailand's intensified focus on distributed solar generation signals a broader trend in national energy strategy, impacting traditional fuel demand and infrastructure planning.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
NewsEnergy
A significant transaction in the European gaming sector, involving Lottomatica and CIRSA, offers valuable insights into market consolidation, private equity's role, and the pursuit of scale, themes highly relevant to the refined fuels and broader energy markets.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
India's strategic push for nuclear energy expansion necessitates a comprehensive review of financial frameworks and a robust talent pipeline to meet future demand. This presents significant opportunities for long-term energy security and decarbonisation.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Recent movements in global bond markets are creating a complex financial landscape, with implications for commodity financing, investment, and demand within the refined fuels industry.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Sustained purchasing of Russian crude by China’s premier state refiner is tightening availability for independent plants, driving shifts in regional feedstocks and spot differentials.
Refined Fuels Partners · September 2, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The acquisition of a 600MW data centre campus in South Carolina by Vitol's renewables arm highlights a strategic convergence of energy supply and digital infrastructure development, offering a blueprint for scalable, resilient power solutions.
Refined Fuels Partners · August 17, 2026
NewsEnergy
The Malta-based commodity trader has extended its carbon desk to EU Emissions Trading System allowances, placing allowances, credits and physical fuel supply with one trading partner.
Refined Fuels Partners · August 13, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The sale of VGMobility, a significant player in Latin American electric transport, highlights a strategic approach to energy transition investments within the commodities sector.
Refined Fuels Partners · July 27, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The sale of VTX Energy Partners to Verde Operating Company highlights a strategic move by Vitol, allowing the trading giant to reallocate capital while Verde expands its footprint in the prolific Delaware Basin.
Refined Fuels Partners · July 24, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
A recently finalised 20-year agreement between Vitol and IRH Global Trading highlights the ongoing demand for secure, diversified energy supplies and the strategic importance of long-term commitments in the global LNG market.
Refined Fuels Partners · June 25, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
An investment in the 'Clean Caspian' initiative highlights growing commercial interest in scalable, chemistry-led spill containment solutions across sensitive hydrocarbon transit corridors.
Refined Fuels Partners · June 8, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
The latest equity commitment by Vitol to Delfin FLNG 1, coupled with a significant offtake agreement, underscores a strategic move to bolster its position in the evolving global liquefied natural gas market.
Refined Fuels Partners · June 4, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Access to NATO's Central European Pipeline System has enabled trading firm Alkagesta to pivot downstream, routing regional refined product directly to key airport hubs amidst severe Middle Eastern export disruptions.
Refined Fuels Partners · June 4, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
As ReFuelEU mandates intensify, European jet fuel procurement is pivoting from pure volume pricing toward physical midstream resilience, pipeline access, and certified distribution networks.
Refined Fuels Partners · May 28, 2026
AnalysisEnergy
Heightened military throughput along the Central Europe Pipeline System has constrained commercial supply lines out of Rotterdam, driving midstream fuel traders and aviation hubs toward alternative logistics strategies.
Refined Fuels Partners · April 30, 2026
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