In a bold escalation of its campaign against Russia\’s energy infrastructure, Ukraine has claimed responsibility for a drone strike on the Saratov Oil Refinery in Russia\’s Volga region overnight on November 11, 2025. This marks the second attack on the facility this month, the fifth reported strike this fall, and the seventh overall in 2025. […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-shifting landscape of global energy markets, headlines often paint a picture of dramatic pivots driven by geopolitics and sanctions. A recent article from OilPrice.com suggests that India is \”racing\” to swap out its hefty reliance on Russian crude for supplies from the United States, Iraq, and the UAE, spurred by fresh U.S. sanctions […]
Continue ReadingAs the Northern Hemisphere braces for winter, a familiar narrative is flipping on its head. For years, discussions around climate have centered on global warming and its implications for milder winters. But emerging weather forecasts paint a different picture: a weakening polar vortex is poised to unleash frigid air across the US, Asia, and parts […]
Continue ReadingIn an era where global energy dynamics are shifting, South America is emerging as a powerhouse in the oil sector, poised to drive significant growth in non-OPEC+ oil supply through 2030. According to recent analysis from Rystad Energy, the region will add over 560,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude and condensate this year alone, […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. energy sector is showing signs of renewed activity, with the latest Baker Hughes rig count reporting an increase to 548 active rigs as of November 7, 2025. This marks a modest uptick of 2 rigs from the previous week, though the total remains down 37 rigs, or about 6%, compared to the same […]
Continue ReadingIn a striking display of resilience amid tightening global sanctions, a Russian \”dark fleet\” tanker recently conducted a ship-to-ship oil transfer off the coast of Mumbai, ultimately delivering its cargo to Indian shores. This maneuver, highlighted in a recent Bloomberg report, underscores the ongoing challenges in enforcing Western sanctions on Russian energy exports. As trade […]
Continue ReadingIn a landscape dominated by headlines about renewable energy and the push toward net zero emissions, a new report from Wood Mackenzie delivers a sobering reminder: global oil demand is far from fading. According to the consultancy\’s Energy Transition Outlook 2025-2026, released in late October 2025, oil demand won\’t peak until 2032—two years later than […]
Continue ReadingIn an era of geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, and shifting energy dynamics, strategic oil reserves have emerged as critical buffers for global markets. China\’s aggressive crude stockpiling strategy has played a pivotal role in stabilizing oil prices and mitigating risks from sanctions and conflicts. But how exactly has this provided a safety net? And could […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This article is from Ronald Steinn, author and guest on the Energy News Beat podcast. He has some outstanding points, and again highlights \”Turley\’s Law,\” as dubbed by David Allen, another guest on the podcast. Stu has been saying for years that the more money invested in wind, solar, and hydrogen, the […]
Continue ReadingIn a move that could reshape the global energy landscape, Russian oil giant Lukoil has agreed to sell its vast international assets to Swiss-based commodity trader Gunvor Group, led by Swedish billionaire Torbjörn Törnqvist. The deal, valued at up to $20 billion, comes in direct response to fresh U.S. sanctions imposed by the Trump administration […]
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