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Energy, Oil & Gas

Fuel flexibility will be key to shipping’s energy transition: Auramarine

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Auramarine, a specialist in fuel supply systems, says fuel flexibility will be critical to navigating shipping’s energy transition, as volatile prices, uneven alternative-fuel availability and differing environmental regulations increase demand for adaptable fuel infrastructure.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Axens selected to supply tech for Canadian SAF projects

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Axens has been selected by Canada-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel producer Expander Energy to provide its advanced FT Liquid Upgrading technology for biofuel projects.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Shell to take full ownership of Tri Star Energy in US expansion

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Shell has agreed to increase its stake in US convenience store operator and fuel distributor Tri Star Energy from 33 per cent to 100 per cent, strengthening its company-owned retail presence in the southeastern US, particularly around Nashville.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Dubai Global Leaders Series highlights energy investment, AI-powered energy systems

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

The Dubai Global Leaders Series at Middle East Energy brought together senior policymakers, industry leaders and experts for an exclusive roundtable focused on policy, investment, innovation and Dubai’s role as a global hub for international business.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Egypt signs PPA for 1 GW Ras Shokeir Wind Project

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Egypt has advanced its renewable energy ambitions with a Power Purchase Agreement for the 1 GW Ras Shokeir Wind Project. Infinity Power and Hassan Allam Utilities Energy signed the deal with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company, supporting the country’s clean-energy expansion.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Ian Tyler appointed bp Chair

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

BP today announced that it has appointed Ian Tyler as Chair of the company following an extensive search process, including both internal and external candidates. He will assume the role immediately.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Saudi Arabia funds 37 solar-powered wells to address Chad water shortage

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has signed a joint programme with the Education Development Organisation to drill 37 solar-powered wells in N’Djamena and other regions of Chad.

Energy, Oil & Gas

New terminals drive 23pc surge in US LNG exports in H1 2026

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

US LNG exports averaged 17.4 Bcf/d in the first half of 2026, up 23 per cent year-on-year, marking the fastest growth since 2016. New terminal capacity is driving shipments, with exports forecast to reach 18.7 Bcf/d in 1H27, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

Energy, Oil & Gas

Bahrain announces September fuel prices

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Bahrain has announced September fuel prices, effective September 2, with rates reflecting global market movements. Jayyid 91 is 0.225 ($0.60) dinar per litre, Mumtaz 95 at 0.247, Super 98 at 0.380, and diesel at 0.229.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Saudi Energy signs three agreements to support AI, data centre growth

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Saudi Energy has signed three strategic agreements at LEAP 2026 with HUMAIN, center3 and Huawei to strengthen energy and digital infrastructure for Saudi Arabia’s expanding AI and data centre sector, supporting future capacity, investment and technological growth.