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Gas output recovery of 95 mcm set for summer’s end
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said about 95 million cubic meters per day of lost gas production capacity will be restored by the end of summer after damage to part of the gas processing facilities in Asaluyeh.
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South Pars gas compression plan approved
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Economic Council approved a strategic plan to gas compression at the shared South Pars gas field, aimed at maintaining production capacity and increasing gas and condensate recovery.
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Minister: Shana Is a reference for Iran’s oil industry news
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said the media should serve as a clear mirror of society and government institutions, reflecting realities without distortion. He said the Oil and Energy Information Network (Shana), as the specialized media outlet for Iran’s oil industry, has earned international credibility and should further strengthen its standing by reporting news accurately, professionally and promptly.
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Pezeshkian: Fuel security requires public support
SHANA (Tehran) — President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday that managing resources and securing public cooperation will be essential to decisions about the future of fuel supplies, warning that Iran must be prepared to manage shortages if production and imports remain constrained.
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Minister’s message on Journalists’ Day:
Media highlighted oil workers’ sacrifice
SHANA (Tehran) - In a message marking Journalists’ Day, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad praised media professionals for their efforts during the difficult days of war and sanctions, highlighting their role in reflecting the Iranian nation’s resistance and the sacrifices made by oil industry workers to sustain production and ensure the country’s energy supply. He stressed that the media brought these efforts and acts of service to the public’s attention.
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Gas workers as unsung heroes keeping Iran running
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the National Iranian Gas Company praised the industry’s employees as “unsung but highly respected soldiers and workers,” saying they quietly keep public services running across the country with dedication and a spirit of selfless service.
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Tehran Refinery targets higher-value exports
SHANA (Tehran) - The Tehran Oil Refinery is pursuing a strategy to expand its export-oriented product portfolio, develop new businesses and complete its value chain by transitioning into a petro-refinery, its CEO said Monday.
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MP calls for smarter energy use
SHANA (Tehran) - Mousa Ahmadi, chairman of the Parliament’s Energy Committee, said increasing energy efficiency in industrial units is one of the committee’s main priorities, calling on the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade to accelerate plans to modernize production lines and upgrade technology.
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NISOC sets record for downhole pump installation
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company said 13 downhole pumps were installed during the first four months of the current year, with plans to install 40 by year-end.
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Why is the IEA questioning the reliability of Persian Gulf producers?
SHANA (Tehran) – In an interview with the newspaper, The National, on July 8, 2026, when talking about the Strait of Hormuz situation, Dr Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said that PersianGulf oil exporters “need to regain their reputation as reliable exporters.”
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A responsibility-inspiring perspective
SHANA (Tehran) - Today, the Islamic Republic of Iran bids farewell to a Martyred Leader who devoted his life to the dignity of Islam, the independence of Iran, and the advancement of the Islamic Republic. Through tireless dedication, he charted a path of resistance, honor, and progress for the Iranian nation.
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Iran’s oil industry in the post-agreement era
SHANA (Tehran) – With the signing of the agreement between Iran and the United States, and under the guidance and strategic vision outlined by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Iran is entering a new era of work, development and progress while remaining vigilant against the designs of its adversaries. The reality is that Iran’s oil industry learned and practiced self-reliance through the teachings of the late founder of the Islamic Republic, relying on domestic expertise, innovation and the capabilities of Iranian professionals. Today, the Leader of the Revolution has once again emphasized that same belief and approach.
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OPEC: Obituary or reincarnation?
SHANA (Tehran) – OPEC started back in 1960. Legend has it that five oil ministers showed up in Baghdad because they were fed up. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait and Venezuela were all watching foreign oil companies set prices that barely covered their costs. The story goes that the oil they were selling was worth less than the tea on the table during the meeting.
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Boosting Well Productivity by Innovative Strategies
SHANA (Tehran) - Iran sits atop the world’s largest hydrocarbon reserves, with its massive South Pars gas field alone holding an estimated 280 tcf of recoverable natural gas. Yet despite this abundance, maximizing well productivity remains a critical challenge for Iran’s oil and gas industry.
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Iran Oil Sector: A Paradox of Potential and Opportunity
SHANA (Tehran) - Iran, strategically located in the Middle East and Central Asia, holds a huge amount of oil and gas. We are talking about some of the world’s largest proven crude oil and natural gas reserves. This means the country’s energy sector is incredibly important on the global scene, with immense potential for investment and for really capitalizing on Iran’s substantial wealth.
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$3.5bn Invested in Tehran Refinery Upgrading
SHANA (Tehran) - Tehran’s oil refinery is among the oldest and leading oil refining facilities in Iran. It is instrumental in producing vital fuels like gasoline, gasoil and jet fuel. With a refining capacity of 250,000 b/d of crude oil and enjoying a strategic location near Tehran, the facility has a major share in national energy supply. Upgrading the quality of petroleum products has been a priority of the Ministry of Petroleum under the 14th administration. That would require upgrading the refinery.
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Iran Oil Industry Unfazed by War
SHANA (Tehran) – Nearly four decades after the end of the imposed war on Iran, the Zionist regime, which has occupied Palestine, launched military strikes on Tehran and some other cities as well as Iran’s oil facilities in a flagrant violation of international law and national sovereignty of the Islamic Republic of Iran.