SINGAPORE: Oil prices were little changed on Monday as investors eyed developments on a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal that could ease sanctions disrupting global supply flows. Brent crude futures dipped 1 cent at $74.73 a barrel at 0740 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude was down 7 cents at $70.67 a barrel. The market continued to keep an eye…
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First phase of Pakistan’s largest biomethane plant inaugurated in Karachi
The first phase of Pakistan’s largest biomethane gas project, Biogas Power Generator, was inaugurated on Monday in Gadap district, Karachi, the country’s financial hub. Speaking at the event, Syed Qasim Naveed Qamar, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Sindh on Investment and Public-Private Partnership, lauded the initiative terming it “a significant step towards clean and environment-friendly energy”. He said…
Read MorePPL and GoB Sign Landmark Memorandum of Agreement for Sui Development and Production Lease
Sui, Dera Bugti – February 14, 2025: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) and the Government of Balochistan (GoB) have reached a significant milestone by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA)—a crucial step towards the execution of the Petroleum Concession Agreement (PCA) for the Sui Development and Production Lease (D&PL). The signing ceremony, held at Sui, District Dera Bugti, was graced by…
Read MoreGlobal LNG: Asian spot LNG gains amid colder weather, Europe stocks concerns
SINGAPORE: Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices rose to an over-one-year high this week, amid forecasts of colder temperatures and as concerns of Europe’s storage levels persist. The average LNG price for March delivery into northeast Asia was at $16.10 per million British thermal units (mmBtu), the highest since November 2023, industry sources estimated. “The main market concern is…
Read MoreSaudi and Pakistan forge stronger tourism ties, unlocking unprecedented travel opportunities
Feb 14th, Karachi: Saudi is emerging as a top global travel destination in 2025, offering exciting new opportunities for Pakistani travelers. With over 2.7 million Pakistani travelers visiting Saudi in 2024 and an anticipated 2.87 million in 2025, the country is strengthening its accessibility and diverse experiences beyond religious tourism. Saudi is enhancing travel for various segments, including solo female…
Read MoreSir Syed University’s power system to be converted to solar energy
Sir Syed University will save about Rs. 50 million annually – Governor Kamran TesoriMoU signed between Sir Syed University and Redstone Energy at the Governor House KARACHI, February 13, 2025 – A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology and Redstone Energy at a ceremony held at the Governor House under which the power…
Read MoreEuropean LNG prices are reaching levels that will hit demand, says Vitol
NEW DELHI: European prices of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are reaching levels that will start hurting demand, commodities trading firm Vitol’s Chief Executive Russell Hardy said on Wednesday at the India Energy Week conference in New Delhi. Global LNG: Asia spot prices gain amid Russia-Ukraine gas transit concerns He added that he does not see new policies in top producer…
Read MoreRussia says it fully complied with OPEC+ oil deal in January
MOSCOW: Russia was in full compliance with the OPEC+ deal to restrain oil production in January and plans to do so this month, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak told reporters on Wednesday. He also said that Russia planned to keep steady or increase oil refining throughput this year. Russia processed 266.5 million metric tons (5.33 million barrels per day) of…
Read MorePakistan urges global support for its $100 billion energy transition at World Governments Summit in UAE
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday called for global support to meet Pakistan’s $100 billion energy transition needs as he addressed participants at the World Governments Summit (WGS) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).The summit, being held in Dubai on Feb. 11-13 under the theme ‘Shaping Future Governments’, brings together a large number of heads of state/government, global policymakers,…
Read MoreBangladesh seeking long-term LNG deals, energy official says
. NEW DELHI: Bangladesh is looking for long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) deals with exporting nations like Brunei, an advisor to the South Asian nation’s energy ministry said at the India Energy Week conference on Tuesday. Global LNG: Asian spot LNG slips on tepid demand, ample supply Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan also said the country is almost finalising its list…
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