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Gasoline consumption surpasses 121m liters

SHANA (Tehran) - The daily gasoline consumption in Iran reached over 121 million liters on Saturday, March 21, 2025, coinciding with the start of the Nowruz holiday travels.

Energy savings of 1.3m barrels to be achieved by 2028

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the Fuel Consumption Optimization Company announced emergency and operational plans to reduce energy consumption in three sectors: industry, transportation, and construction. 

Iran seeks strengthening  petchem industry's share in global markets

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) emphasized the need to strengthen Iran's share in global export markets through precise planning and the development of new export markets for petrochemical products.

Drilling operations completed for Well 130 in Bibi Hakimeh Field

SHANA (Tehran) – The drilling and completion of an oil well in the Bibi Hakimeh field concluded at the start of the year 1404 (March 21).

Adequate gasoline stored in oil depots: NIOPDC

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) stated that the company’s mission is to ensure fuel supply and emphasized that sufficient gasoline has been stored in oil depots.

Minister: Investment for production: a roadmap for oil industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The Minister of Oil described the naming of the year 1404 as "Investment for Production" by the Leader as a roadmap for the oil industry.

NISOC announces

Round-the-clock efforts by oil workers to sustain production, transfer of oil

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) stated that the company has taken significant steps in the second half of the Iranian year 1403 (2024-2025) to boost oil production and address energy imbalances, achieving a 7% increase in oil output. He noted that some employees are so focused on production and operational tasks that they are unaware of holidays.

Gasoline consumption up 6% on March 21

SHANA (Tehran) – Gasoline consumption in Iran increased by approximately 6% on the first day of the Iranian New Year, Farvardin 1, 1404 (March 21, 2025), coinciding with Nowruz holiday travels.

Persian Gulf Star Oil Company increases gasoline production by 4m liters

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Persian Gulf Star Oil Company announced a 4-million-liter increase in daily gasoline production at the Star of Persian Gulf Refinery, set to take effect in the second half of the Iranian calendar year 1403 (2024-2025). The production boost is attributed to improved processing conditions in gasoline production units, increased pressure in these units, and the commissioning of new compressors.

Iran aims strengthening its position in int’l energy sector

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy for international affairs and commerce at the Ministry of Oil highlighted Iran's objective to enhance its standing in the global oil and gas sector.

Jet fuel prices increase

SHANA (Tehran) – The price of jet fuel for domestic airlines rises starting March 21, 2025. According to a legal resolution, the new rate, including value-added tax, will be set at 143,000 rials per liter.

Gasoline consumption exceeds 144m liters on March 20

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran's gasoline consumption on Thursday, March 20, 2025, surpassed 144 million liters, according to data released by the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC).

NIOPDC ready to supply fuel for Nowruz holidays

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) announced that gasoline has been stockpiled and fuel stations are fully prepared to provide services during the Nowruz holidays. He urged the public to use their personal fuel smart cards to avoid overcrowding.

Leader stresses growth in production, investment in 1404

SHANA (Tehran) – On the first day of the year 1404 in the Iranian solar calendar [March 21, 2025], the Leader of the Islamic Revolution met with thousands of people from various walks of life as he described the past year as one of patience, resilience, and the demonstration of the Iranian people's spiritual strength.

POGC announces 15 mcm increase in gas extraction from South Pars

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced that during the final four months of the Iranian year 1403, an average of over 710 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas per day was extracted from the South Pars joint field. This figure represents an increase of more than 15 mcm compared to the preceding year.

Largest oil processing unit in Iran begins trial operation

SHANA (Tehran) – On the anniversary of the nationalization of Iran's oil industry, the country's largest crude oil processing unit has commenced trial operations on Wednesday, according to the CEO of Petroleum Engineering and Development Company (PEDEC).

Unprecedented gasoline consumption at the end of 1403

SHANA (Tehran) – The daily gasoline consumption in Iran reached over 164 million liters on Wednesday, the 29th of Esfand, coinciding with the start of Nowruz holiday travels, marking a significant increase.

Nowruz, Heritage of Ancient Iranians

SHANA (Tehran) - Nowruz marks the first day of the solar calendar year, falling on March 20 or 21, depending on whether the preceding year was a leap year. It is one of the most ancient festivities of Iranians, who believed that Nowruz determined human destiny during the New Year. For Iranians, Nowruz has been synonymous with hope.

NIORDC head congratulates New Year

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) extended congratulations on the arrival of the ancient Nowruz holiday in a message.

In a message marking arrival of New Year

NPC emphasizes renewed motivation for a bright future in petchem industry

SHANA (Tehran) – In a message marking the arrival of the Iranian New Year 1404, the CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) expressed hope for continued progress in the industry.

NIGC head congratulates on Nowruz

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), in a message, congratulated all colleagues and their respected families on the arrival of Nowruz, the ancient Persian New Year.

NIOC CEO extends Nowruz greetings

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) extended congratulations to all employees and their families on the occasion of Nowruz, the Iranian New Year.

Minister:

Nowruz-Ramadan coincidence symbolizes nature-spirituality harmony

SHANA (Tehran) – Mohsen Paknejad, the Minister of Oil, in a message marking the convergence of Nowruz and the holy month of Ramadan as symbols of the harmony between nature and spirituality, wrote: Just as Ramadan is a month of self-improvement and serving the people, Nowruz reminds us of hope for a better future and renewing our commitment to human values.

President’s Nowruz Message highlights renewal, unity, justice

SHANA (Tehran) – In a message marking the arrival of the Iranian New Year, Nowruz 1404, President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the themes of renewal, unity, and the pursuit of a brighter future for Iran. He drew parallels between Nowruz and Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Decree), describing both as moments of spiritual transformation and opportunity for change.

Ayatollah Khamenei calls for greater investment to boost production

Leader calls 1404 the “Year of Investment for Production”

SHANA (Tehran) – In the year 1404, designated as the "Year of Investment for Production," the Leader of the Islamic Revolution conveyed a message marking the beginning of the new year, expressing wishes for goodness, prosperity, and victory for the Islamic community.

NIOPDC:

Over 136m liters of gasoline distributed across Iran on March 18

SHANA (Tehran) – The daily gasoline consumption in Iran reached over 136 million liters on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, as the country saw an increase in travel at the start of the Nowruz holiday season.

Sepehr, Jufair fields crude production hits 64,000 barrels per day

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pasargad Exploration, Development, and Production Company announced that oil production from the Sepehr and Jufair fields increased to 64,000 barrels per day by the end of the Iranian year 1403 (March 2024).

Paknejad says oil industry acts as pillar of Iran’s independence, resilience

SHANA (Tehran) – Mohsen Paknejad, Iran’s Minister of Oil, in a message marking the anniversary of the nationalization of the oil industry, stated that the oil sector stands as a steadfast pillar of the nation’s independence and a clear symbol of the Iranian people’s capabilities.

Paknejad:

Winter fuel supply showcases magnificent collaboration in vast oil industry

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad thanked all industry colleagues for their relentless, round-the-clock efforts to secure winter fuel supplies, stating: “What transpired was a display of magnificent collaboration, interaction, and tireless work across various managerial, operational, and administrative levels in the vast oil industry to meet the nation’s energy needs.”

46 Years of Sanctions

Iran Oil Industry Review; 1979-Present

SHANA (Tehran) - The Iranian calendar year is coming to an end, while the Iranian petroleum industry has just marked its 46th year following the Islamic Revolution.