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US strikes more than 80 targets in Iran after attacks on ships in Hormuz

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

The United States launched a fresh wave of military strikes across Iran overnight, targeting more than 80 sites after Tehran resumed attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, further destabilising a fragile ceasefire agreed less than three weeks ago.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Yokogawa named main automation contractor for $13bn Commonwealth LNG project

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Yokogawa Corporation of America has been selected as Main Automation Contractor (MAC) for the Commonwealth LNG project in Louisiana, US, strengthening its role in one of the country’s major LNG developments.

Energy, Oil & Gas

LNG trade hits record 436.98m tonnes in 2025

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade reached a record 436.98 million tonnes in 2025, rising 6.3 percent and marking the fastest growth since 2022, according to the International Gas Union (IGU).

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

easyJet nears $7.34bn acquisition by Castlelake

Mon, 06 Jul 2026

British budget airline easyJet has agreed in principle to a revised takeover offer from US investment firm Castlelake, valuing the carrier at up to £5.5 billion ($7.34 billion).

Energy, Oil & Gas

Valvitalia secures $30m valve contract for major US pipeline project

Mon, 06 Jul 2026

Valvitalia Group has secured a contract worth approximately $30 million to supply valves for the Desert Southwest pipeline, one of the largest energy infrastructure projects currently under development in the southwestern US.

Miscellaneous

US launches heavy strikes on Iran after Trump's warning; Gulf tensions escalate

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

The United States launched a heavy wave of airstrikes against Iran late on Wednesday, marking the most significant direct attack on Iranian territory in days and sharply escalating a conflict that is increasingly threatening regional security, global energy supplies and international shipping.

Energy, Oil & Gas

EV sales surge in key markets as energy crisis highlights fuel risks: IEA

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

Global electric car sales rebounded strongly in the second quarter of 2026, with growth in markets including Australia, Europe, South Korea and other regions offsetting weaker demand in China and the US, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Energy, Oil & Gas

US-Saudi Mera Oil advances final site selection for $5bn refinery project

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

US-Saudi consortium Mera Oil has entered the final stage of selecting a host location for its planned $5 billion integrated refinery and energy export corridor. Following three years of evaluation, three GCC sites outside the Strait of Hormuz have been shortlisted.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Saudia expands North America connectivity

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Saudia has expanded its codeshare partnerships with Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic, enhancing access to North America through major European hubs. The agreement will connect travellers to nearly 30 destinations across the US and Canada via Paris, Amsterdam and London.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Oil prices rebound; new voluntary Hormuz fee proposed

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Oil prices climbed sharply on Wednesday as renewed military clashes between the United States, Saudi Arabia and Iran kept traders on edge about supply disruptions, even as Oman unveiled a Gulf-backed proposal aimed at safeguarding shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.