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Energy, Oil & Gas

AfDB urges Congo to channel oil windfalls into debt reduction

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has recommended Congo to introduce an automatic mechanism to capture additional oil revenues when crude prices exceed budget assumptions, as the country seeks to strengthen fiscal stability, reduce debt and attract investment into its energy sector.

Energy, Oil & Gas

JERA, AM Green agree long-term green ammonia supply deal for Japan

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

JERA and India’s AM Green Ammonia have agreed a five-year deal for annual supplies of 70,000 tonnes of green ammonia, with production planned at a facility in Andhra Pradesh from 2028/29, supporting Japan’s energy and maritime decarbonisation efforts.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Oil prices rise as Houthi attacks renew concerns over supply

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

Brent crude climbed above $115 a barrel on Wednesday as continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia renewed concerns over potential disruptions to Middle East oil supplies, reversing some of the previous session’s losses as diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions continued.

Energy, Oil & Gas

PDO awards five-year hoist contracts to two Omani companies

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has awarded five-year hoist services contracts to local companies ABRAJ Energy Services and Shaleem Petroleum Company, covering 15 hoist units as part of efforts to modernise its fleet, improve operational efficiency and strengthen local content.

Energy, Oil & Gas

ANYbotics launches ANYmal X hazardous inspection robot

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

ANYbotics has launched ANYmal X, which it describes as the world’s first legged inspection robot designed for explosive atmospheres, marking a milestone in the deployment of physical AI across hazardous industrial environments.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Synectics to showcase AI-powered surveillance cameras at ADIPEC 2026

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

SYNECTICS is showcasing its latest COEX camera innovations at ADIPEC 2026, demonstrating how oil, gas and wider energy operators can improve operational visibility, strengthen resilience and get more value from their technology investment.

Energy, Oil & Gas

UN Biodiversity Conference secures new nature finance pledges worth $500m

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

The United Nations Biodiversity Conference COP17 has received a significant financial boost, with governments announcing new pledges to the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to accelerate global efforts to protect nature and restore ecosystems.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Japanese companies to develop ammonia fuel supply chain, four ammonia-powered car carriers

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

Seven Japanese companies have agreed to develop an integrated ammonia fuel supply chain in the Chubu region and build and operate four ammonia-fuelled car carriers, in a project aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping.

Energy, Oil & Gas

US announces $125m investment in 63 tribal energy projects

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced more than $125 million in funding for 63 tribe-led projects across 16 states, including Alaska, to reduce electricity costs, expand energy access and support economic development in tribal communities.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Synectics to showcase advanced COEX surveillance tech at ADIPEC 2026

Tue, 27 Oct 2026

Synectics, a provider of advanced security and surveillance solutions, will showcase its latest COEX camera innovations at ADIPEC 2026, highlighting technologies designed to improve operational visibility, safety and resilience across the energy sector.