China plans wind farm near Ekibastuz in Kazakhstan
Preliminary agreements have been reached between Chinese and Kazakh energy sector representatives for the construction of a large‑scale wind power plant in Kazakhstan's Pavlodar region.
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Bayraktar announces launch date of Akkuyu NPP first unit
The first unit of the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) will begin operation by the end of 2026, and the necessary tests are currently underway, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said.
Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions
Crude oil production in Kazakhstan has been stabilized following a series of infrastructure disruptions on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) network, Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov announced while congratulating industry workers on their upcoming professional holiday.
Energy shock caused by Hormuz closure of Strait of not over yet - IMF
The global economy has weathered the energy shock caused by shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz better than feared, though the crisis is not yet over, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said.
White House sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress
U.S. President Donald Trump has sent Congress a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy while insisting the pact will only go into effect if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel, Reuters reported, citing a U.S. administration official.
Azerbaijan and Armenia discuss electricity import and export opportunities
A working meeting was held between representatives of ministries and energy companies of Azerbaijan and Armenia in Lachin on August 25, AzerTAc reported, citing the Cabinet of Ministers.
Baku and Ashgabat expand defence and economic cooperation
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has approved a mumber of decrees aimed at expanding defence and economic cooperation with Turkmenistan.
Azerbaijan nears completion of strategic Zangezur power line
The first phase of construction on the Zangezur power line is nearing completion, according to the Azerenerji OJSC.
Russia is China's most reliable supplier of energy sources - senator
Russia is China’s most reliable supplier of energy sources, and Beijing is interested in the supplies, first deputy chairman of the international committee of Russia’s Federation Council Andrey Denisov said.
Turkey sets timeline for first Akkuyu nuclear reactor launch
Turkey expects to launch the first reactor at the Akkuyu nuclear power plant, being built by Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom, within the next few months.
Georgia floats overland electricity corridor connecting Azerbaijan to Bulgaria
The governments of Azerbaijan, Turkey, Georgia and Bulgaria are considering developing an overland transit corridor designed for electricity transmission. An overland energy corridor could be established by Azerbaijan, Turkey, Georgia …
US announces oil supplies volume through Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said that oil flows from the Gulf have risen to approximately 15 million barrels per day, citing coordinated efforts by the U.S. military and its Gulf allies.
Ilham Aliyev announces new solar power plants construction in Nakhchivan
Nakhchivan is the most favorable location within the territory of Azerbaijan for solar power generation, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said as part of his visit to the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.
CPC resumes oil intake, loading operations
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) has resumed the receipt of oil from shippers and its shipment, the press service of Kazakhstan’s Energy Ministry reported.
Massive blackout hits Georgia
Georgia was hit by a nationwide power outage Saturday, the second in two days, plunging all major cities into darkness and paralyzing train and subway services.
Baku hosts first OPEC Charter of Cooperation meeting
Today, the first meeting under the OPEC+ Charter of Cooperation is underway in Baku.
Iran ready to purchase Russian gas
Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said today that Tehran has finalized virtually all key terms of a contract to purchase Russian natural gas. According to him, the Islamic Republic is prepared to take up to 55 billion cubic meters of fuel annually via a pipeline transiting Azerbaijan.
Russian Energy Minister and Iranian President discuss cooperation issues
Russia and Iran discussed the implementation of joint projects in the gas industry as well as advancement in preparing bilateral cooperation agreements, the Russian Energy Ministry reported following Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilyov’s working visit to Iran.
Rosatom remains world leader in small NPP - Likhachev
Rosatom remains the world small nuclear power plants leader and is expanding its product line, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said.
Armenia and Azerbaijan to expand energy connectivity
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan pointed out the importance of expanding energy connectivity between Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkey during a joint press conference with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
