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Energy, Oil & Gas

UAE advances energy resilience with new microgrid initiative

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has announced the launch of a strategic project to implement microgrid systems, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the UAE’s approach to building a smart, resilient, and adaptive energy ecosystem....

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OPEC+ adjusts oil output by 206,000 bpd from May, says report

The eight OPEC+ countries, namely the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman, have announced an adjustment to oil production levels, reaffirming their joint commitment to supporting stability in global oil markets, said a report. ...

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Major fire breaks out at Borouge plant in Abu Dhabi from falling debris

Senior UAE authorities have ‌reported damage at a major plant of leading petrochemicals company ​Borouge located in ​Abu Dhabi ​after falling debris from ⁠an air ​defence interception ignited ​three fires, but no injuries were reported. Earlier, authorities ​said ​operations ⁠at the plant were ​suspended because ​of ⁠the blaze. ...

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UAE global projects, investments pave way for clean energy future

The UAE is strengthening its role as a global clean energy investment hub through major 2026 projects by national firms, supporting sustainable energy delivery across Asia, Africa and Europe while boosting growth and reducing carbon emissions....

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Adnoc Distribution confirms $350m H2 2025 dividend

Adnoc Distribution announced shareholders approved all AGM agenda items, including a $350 million (AED 1.28 billion) final cash dividend for H2 2025, equal to 10.285 fils per share, payable in April 2026....

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Sharp increase in UAE fuel prices

The UAE has increased fuel prices sharply for April 2026 amid rising oil prices globally, following the Middle East conflict and closure of Strait of Hormuz by Iran....

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Four global firms in race for 3GW Al Nouf 1 CCGT plant

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec) has announced that it has received four competitive proposals for the development of Al Nouf 1 Independent Power Producer (IPP) project. The country's largest single-site carbon-capture-ready CCGT plant, it will generate up to 3.3GW power once operational. ...

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Adnoc ensures continuity of operations amid regional developments

Adnoc confirms ongoing operations amid regional disruptions, activating safety protocols, managing offshore production, using alternative export routes, maintaining onshore activities, and proactively communicating with customers to ensure supply continuity and protect people, assets, and facilities....

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PureHealth seals master lease agreement with Yellow Door Energy

PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, and Yellow Door Energy, the leading sustainable energy partner for businesses in the Middle East and South Africa, have signed a master lease agreement to bring clean electricity to its network of hospitals and clinics in the UAE. ...

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Adnoc L&S revenue hits $5bn in 2025

Adnoc Logistics & Services (Adnoc L&S) posted strong Q4 2025 and record full-year results, with $5.016 billion revenue—a 41 per cent increase—driven by market demand and operations. Over 60 per cent of combined revenue with AW Shipping comes from long-term, recurring contracts, boosting earnings visibility and market resilience. ...

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Mammoet completes offshore jacket loadout for BorWin6 HVDC platform

Progress on the BorWin6 Project advances with the completion of a fabrication yard in Jebel Ali, UAE. Mammoet has handled the transport, loadout, and mooring of the 5,461-tonne offshore jacket foundation, which will support the BorWin6 offshore converter platform, BorWin kappa, in the German North Sea....

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Middle East credit outlook for 2026 stable despite lower oil: S&P

The 2026 sovereign credit outlook for the Middle East region is stable thanks to the continued economic and credit resilience despite elevated geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices, said a S&P report, adding that the average regional growth is set to accelerate slightly to about 3.5%. ...

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UAE to launch AI pilot to boost data centre energy efficiency

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, Khazna Data Centres, and Agility have launched a pilot using Phaidra’s AI technology to improve energy efficiency across data centres and district cooling. The initiative will test advanced AI control systems to optimise AI infrastructure operations. ...

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Bhutan PM seeks UAE investment in renewable energy

Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay highlighted strong, growing relations with the UAE, emphasising opportunities in trade, investment, and sustainability. Speaking at World Governments Summit (WGS) 2026, he stressed deepening cooperation in key economic sectors, leveraging Bhutan’s significant renewable energy potential. ...

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GFH acquires majority stake in Byrne Equipment Rental

GFH Financial Group (GFH) has announced that it has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Byrne Equipment Rental, one of the GCC’s leading industrial services and equipment rental providers with an investment and capex programme valued at approximately $400 million....

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Carlyle 'in talks' with UAE partners on Russian Lukoil's $20bn overseas assets

US private equity firm Carlyle has begun talks with UAE investors to ‌bring in partners should its deal to buy Russian Lukoil's international assets worth $20 billion proceed, said a report. Lukoil boasts strategic stakes in European refineries as well as significant holdings in oil fields from Iraq to Kazakhstan. ...

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McDermott lands EPCI contract for key Abu Dhabi gas project

McDermott, a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry, has announced that it has secured a major EPCI contract (in the range of $750 million to $1 billion) from Adnoc for its Nasr-115 Expansion Project, located 130km northwest of Abu Dhabi. ...

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Adnoc Gas seals $3bn LNG deal with Hindustan Petroleum

Adnoc Gas, a major unit of Abu National Oil Company (Adnoc) and its subsidiaries announced the signing of a sales and purchase agreement valued at between $2.5 billion - $3 billion for a period of 10 years with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)....