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GPCA Forum 2025 set to drive innovation in chemical sector
THE Annual Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Forum, a key chemical industry event, is set to take place in Bahrain for the first time, providing a platform to highlight the latest breakthroughs in sustainability, innovative solutions, and the collaborative efforts propelling the chemical and petrochemical industries toward a greener tomorrow.
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October 2025
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Geothermal's potential to be a pivotal player in the energy transition
Geothermal is poised to become an increasingly significant contributor to the global clean energy portfolio, thanks to technological breakthroughs and a changing investment landscape, Jeremy O'Brien tells OGN
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
New study unlocks hydrogen production from seawater
CHUNG-ANG University has developed a breakthrough in sustainable hydrogen production from seawater using chloride-resistant Ru nanocatalysts for direct electrolysis.
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October 2025
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Mena's electricity demand grows, sources diversified
ELECTRICITY consumption in the Middle East and North Africa has soared in recent decades and is set to keep rising sharply, with a range of sources expected to meet the growing demand as countries seek to diversify their power supplies, according to a new International Energy Agency (IEA) report.
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October 2025
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MEOS GEO 2025 highlights resilience in upstream operations
THE Middle East Oil, Gas and Geo-sciences Show (MEOS GEO) 2025, which recently took place in Bahrain, served as a flagship platform uniting energy leaders, innovators, and geoscientists under the shared vision of progress, sustainability, and resilience in upstream operations.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Controlling fugitive emissions in sampling: Why closed-loop systems matter
Well-designed, closed-loop sampling systems can limit fugitive emissions, while reducing the risk to sampling system technicians by keeping process fluids fully contained, writes Matt Dixon
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
ISO, GHG Protocol partner for emissions standards
THE International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) have announced a partnership to harmonise their existing portfolios of greenhouse gas standards and co-develop new standards for GHG emissions accounting and reporting.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
IO by HFCL ushers in new era of seamless digital connectivity for the region
HFCL, a leading manufacturer of next-gen technologies from India, has partnered with Northstar Technology, a prominent Bahraini technology solutions provider, to bring its IO by HFCL brand of networking solutions tailored for the region’s oil and gas industry.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Engineering excellence: How STATS enabled OQGN's critical pipeline tie-in
The operation enabled the completion of a 48-inch tie-in between the Saih Rawl Central Processing Plant and the Saih Nihayda Gas Processing at Gas Network Hub, ensuring uninterrupted gas availability
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
QatarEnergy bets green future on carbon capture, solar power & LNG growth
The state-owned giant pursues a dual track of investing in renewables and carbon solutions while expanding LNG dominance, with calls for a “realistic transition” that keeps fossil fuels central to global supply
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Ammonia emerges as promising fuel to decarbonise global shipping
Ammonia is gaining traction as a viable shipping fuel, but scaling it globally demands breakthroughs in safety, infrastructure, regulation, and investment before it can transform maritime transport
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Hitachi's $1bn investment to enhance US energy grid
HITACHI Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi and leader in electrification, will invest $1 billion to expand the production of critical electrical grid infrastructure in the US.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Adopting a 'lifecycle mindset' key to realising full potential of FPSO ops
FPSOs owners and operators can unlock significant operational and commercial advantages by reviewing traditional approaches to marine hose applications
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
With pulse on transition, OEG redefines cargo logistics for energy sector
OEG's sustainable cargo solutions and global network enhance efficiency, reduce costs and lower emissions while supporting the transition across the energy sector, Chris Kleinhans tells OGN
5 min |
October 2025
Oil and Gas News
General Monitors S5000 gas monitors now assembled locally in Kingdom
Sherbiny's Atheel facility in Al Khobar begins local assembly of MSA's General Monitors® S5000, improving delivery times, technical support, and compliance with Saudi Vision 2030 and Aramco's IKTVA programme
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
QATAR IS BALANCING LEGACY RESOURCES WITH RENEWABLE FUTURE AS IT TRANSITIONS
The country's energy sector has embarked on transformational journey, expanding LNG capacity whilst diversifying into solar power to meet rising demand and global sustainability targets through strategic investments
7 min |
October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Revised ABS guidance makes tank entry safer, smarter and cost-effective
Modified requirements mean operators can halve the number of inspections required, driving safety and operational efficiency
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Farabi Petrochemicals opens $950m LAB plant in Yanbu
FARABI Petrochemicals Company has inaugurated its fourth integrated Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) plant in Saudi Arabia.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Pumps, valves and seals market enters smart-era growth phase
The global pumps, valves and seals market is in a decisive growth phase as infrastructure renewal, energy transition, and digitalisation redefine efficiency, reliability and sustainability across critical industries
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Global LNG sector braces for methane accountability amid regulatory shifts
THE methane footprints of liquefied natural gas (LNG) have long lurked in the shadow of carbon discourse, but between 2022 and 2025 the industry has moved toward clearer accountability.
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October 2025
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Revolutionising well intervention: E Plug's game-changing tech for safer, smarter ops
As well designs become increasingly complex in their quest for greater reservoir reach, horizontal sections become longer and begin to stretch the limits of conventional zonal isolation solutions.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
Yokogawa's analyser expertise drives innovation, localisation in Kingdom
YOKOGAWA'S analyser system integration facility at King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) showcases its expertise in delivering tailored solutions for clients in the Middle East and Africa region.
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
GCC needs to strategise allocation of gas in a shifting energy world
Natural gas is more than a transitional fuel for the GCC; it is a strategic asset that can simultaneously advance national visions, facilitate sustainability, and optimise returns from hydrocarbon resources
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
GCC can redefine the future of LNG with innovation sustainability
Gulf nations can leverage advanced technology, emissions reduction, and digitalisation to lead the global LNG market with efficiency, sustainability, and economic resilience by 2040
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October 2025
Oil and Gas News
John Crane solves ethane, ethylene multiphase pipeline challenges
JOHN Crane has launched the Type 8628VL, a next generation mechanical seal engineered to solve the oil and gas industry's toughest challenges regarding maintaining sealing integrity in multiphase ethane and ethylene pipelines.
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October 2025
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US DOE reveals $1bn funding for critical minerals
THE US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a nearly $1 billion programme to strengthen America's supply of critical minerals and materials.
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September 2025
Oil and Gas News
EWEC to implement UAE's largest carbon capture power plant
EMIRATES Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), a leading company in water and electricity services in the UAE, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of the AI Nouf Independent Power Producer (IPP) project.
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September 2025
Oil and Gas News
Advisory firms to join MSGBC 2025
MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025, taking place in Dakar, Senegal from December 9-10, will host top global advisers and institutions to highlight major developments in LNG, green hydrogen, and renewables.
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September 2025
Oil and Gas News
WEG launches new PLC controllers
WEG, an industrial automation and electrical equipment company, has introduced the PLC200, a new addition to its programmable logic controllers (PLC) portfolio.
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September 2025
Oil and Gas News
Wood expands Middle East footprint to drive energy transition and growth
The company is strengthening its role as a key partner in advancing the region's energy transition and sustainability ambitions, Gerry Traynor, President of Wood's Projects East, tells OGN
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