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ZANZIBAR MOVES AHEAD WITH 3D OIL SURVEY.
The article explains Zanzibar’s move to revive oil and gas exploration through a 3D seismic survey conducted by AGS, aligned with the government’s blue economy strategy. The survey will provide scientific data to determine whether Zanzibar should proceed with drilling or conclude exploration based on evidence.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
U.S. ENERGY SECTOR REELS AS WINTER STORM KNOCKS OUT UP TO 2 MILLION BPD OF CRUDE OUTPUT.
A widespread winter storm sweeping across the United States has severely disrupted the country’s energy supply chain, temporarily knocking out up to 2 million barrels per day of crude oil production and straining natural gas, refining, and power generation systems. Freezing temperatures, snow, and ice forced major producers to shut in wells, halted refinery units, and reduced gas processing capacity, while power outages affected hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses. The event triggered sharp spikes in natural gas and electricity prices and exposed ongoing vulnerabilities in U.S. energy infrastructure, raising fresh concerns about reliability, market volatility, and energy security as extreme weather events become more frequent.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
RUSSIA’S FUEL OIL EXPORTS TO ASIA SLOW IN EARLY 2026 AS SANCTIONS HAMMER TRADE.
Russia’s exports of high-Sulphur fuel oil to Asian markets have weakened sharply at the start of 2026 amid tighter Western sanctions and disruptions in refinery operations, raising concerns about future supply and market balance. Shipping data show that volumes are on track to fall for a third consecutive month, reflecting heightened scrutiny, longer transit routes, and declining refinery output in Russia—a key supplier for Asia’s energy and industrial sectors.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
PANORO ENERGY ACHIEVES RECORD PRODUCTION IN 2025.
Panoro Energy, the Africa-focused exploration and production company, recorded its highest-ever production levels in 2025, marking a significant operational milestone.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
PHILIPPINES MAKES FIRST NATURAL GAS DISCOVERY IN OVER A DECADE.
The Philippines has announced its first natural gas discovery in more than ten years, marking a major boost for the country’s energy security as it works to reduce reliance on coal and imported fuels. The find, located near the existing Malampaya gas field offshore Palawan, could extend the life of the country’s only indigenous gas source and support growing electricity demand.
- 9 months, 3 weeks
TANZANIA’S MTWARA GAS PROSPECTS BOOSTED BY NEW 3D SEISMIC DATA.
New 3D seismic data indicates that Tanzania’s Ruvuma basin may hold nearly twice as much gas as previously thought, boosting confidence in future discoveries. Planned exploration and testing in 2026 aim to confirm commercial viability, supporting long-term energy and industrial plans in the region.
- 9 months, 3 weeks
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