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PGSOC: A benchmark for excellence in HSE within oil industry
SHANA (Tehran) – The HSE and Passive Defense Manager of the Star Refinery of the Persian Gulf Star Oil Company (PGSOC) stated that the refinery has established itself as an unparalleled and successful model in the oil industry through the implementation of innovative projects in the fields of Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), and passive defense.
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More than 380 strategic equipment indigenized at SP Fifth Refinery
SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the South Pars Fifth Refinery announced the localization of 384 strategic equipment by the refinery’s employees and experts, utilizing the creative and innovative capacities of domestic specialists.
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South Pars injects over 180 bcm of gas to national grid
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy of Site 2 at the South Pars Gas Complex announced that from the beginning of this year (March 20, 2024) until the end of Bahman (February 18, 2025), over 182 billion cubic meters (bcm) of gas have been sent from the South Pars Gas Complex to the national grid for domestic consumption.
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PGPIC: A successful model for project management
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Parliamentary Energy Committee said the outstanding performance of the Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC) despite constraints and sanctions is a suitable model for other managers and stagnant projects in the country.
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Development of Arvand Field a step toward boosting production
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Arvand Oil and Gas Company announced the signing of a $50 million contract with the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology to address extraction challenges and indigenize hydraulic fracturing technologies, marking the beginning of operational efforts to extract oil from the Arvand field.
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Flare gas collection leads to national savings: Lawmaker
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the parliamentary Energy Committee emphasized the importance of curbing flaring, saying that collecting flare gas would not only prevent the waste of national resources but also reduce air pollution and create jobs.
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MPs highlight support for investment projects in South Pars
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy chairman of the Special Committee for Supporting Production and Monitoring the Implementation of the General Policies of Article 44 of the Constitution announced that with the approval of a financing law, investment projects in the strategic South Pars region will be supported, and key projects in the area will be completed.
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NISOC announces daily collection of 40 mcf of flare gas at Rag Sefid
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) announced the daily collection of 40 million cubic feet (mcf) of flare gas at Rag Sefid and stated that upon the project’s completion, over 120 mcf per day of associated gas will be collected at Rag Sefid.
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Over 860 mcm of natural gas delivered to national grid
SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 862 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas were delivered to the national grid, with 70% of it consumed in the residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors.
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Significant increase in gas supply to power plants
SHANA (Tehran) – Despite a cumulative increase of over 9 billion cubic meters in gas consumption by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors from the beginning of Aban (October 22, 2024) to the end of Bahman (February 18) this year compared to the same period last year, gas supply to power plants has risen by more than 200 million cubic meters.
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Iran boosts daily diesel delivery to power plants by 16m liters
SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Oil Products Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) has increased daily delivery of diesel for power plants by 16 million liters this winter, the company's CEO said.
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Meeting between Iranian oil minister, Tajik energy minister
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, and Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources Daler Juma, met and held discussions on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at the headquarters of Iran's Oil Ministry in Tehran.
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Dehshir Gas Pressure-Boosting Station
SHANA (Tehran) – The construction progress of the Dehshir Gas Pressure-Boosting Station in Yazd Province has reached 89%, thanks to the efforts of the employees of Iran Gas Engineering and Development Company. Once operational with a configuration of four turbines (3+1), the station will increase the daily transmission capacity of the eighth national gas pipeline to 110 million cubic meters.
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MP: Issues facing Abadan Petrochemical Company to be addressed
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Energy Committee of the Parliament stated that efforts are underway to resolve the challenges and obstacles facing the Abadan Petrochemical Company, emphasizing that its production is a critical national need.
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NPC: 14 flares in East Karoun will be extinguished by late-March
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC), referring to the plan by Persian Gulf Bidboland Gas Refining Company to collect flare gases in East Karoun, stated that 14 flares will be extinguished under this plan by the end of the current Iranian year (March 20).
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NIORDC announces five mega technology projects in refining industry
SHANA (Tehran) – The research and technology director of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) announced the launch of five mega technology projects in the refining industry.
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First National Digital Oil Refinery Conference held
SHANA (Tehran) – The first National Digital Oil Refinery Conference and the second National Idea Show event were organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center of Abadan Petroleum University in collaboration with Abadan Oil Refining Company.
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Gas flaring to cease in Haftkel oil region
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) announced the extinguishing of oil flares in Haftkel, stating that the launch of the Haftkel Gas Injection Project will permanently eliminate concerns over gas flaring in this oil-rich region.
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President: Iran-Russia energy cooperation positive
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the positive trajectory of bilateral cooperation between Iran and Russia in energy, industry, transportation, and trade, stating that the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between the two nations is a significant milestone in their relations.
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13% rise in natural gas consumption in residential sector
SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) reported a 13% increase in natural gas consumption by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors on Tuesday (February 18) compared to the same day last year.
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Gas injection completed for Minab-Sirik pipeline
SHANA (Tehran) – The caretaker of Iran Gas Engineering and Development Company announced the injection of gas into the 90-120 kilometer section of the 42-inch Minab-Sirik gas pipeline.
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Deputy minister:
Expansion of oil, gas cooperation among Caspian Sea states important
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy for international affairs and commerce at Iran’s Ministry of Oil emphasized the need for Caspian Sea littoral states to enhance their cooperation in oil and gas.
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Nearly 137 mcm of gas delivered to power plants on Monday
SHANA (Tehran) – Amid persistent cold weather and despite the consumption of 622 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors, approximately 137 mcm of gas were delivered to power plants yesterday.
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Daily gas production to increase by 250 mcm in five years
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company emphasized the necessity of implementing the South Pars pressure enhancement project, stating that under the Seventh Development Plan (2024-28), the country will need an additional daily gas production capacity of 250 million cubic meters over five years as the majority of this responsibility will fall on Pars Oil and Gas Company.
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Gas deposit certificate trading to begin on energy exchange
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy minister of oil for gas affairs announced that, for the first time in the country, natural gas deposit certificates have been approved for trading on the Iran Energy Exchange, with transactions set to begin soon.
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Cultural awareness essential for gas consumption management
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the Pars Special Economic Zone Organization emphasized the importance of taking gas consumption management seriously.
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South Pars refineries on high alert for maximum gas production
SHANA (Tehran) – The director of coordination and production oversight at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that new records have been set for gas delivery from South Pars to the national grid.
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Gov’t spokesperson holds press conference in Iran’s energy hub
SHANA (Tehran) –Fatemeh Mohajerani, the government spokesperson, held a press conference on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, in Asaluyeh of Bushehr Province, Iran's energy hub, attended by members of the media.
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Indigenization of 400 strategic equipment at SP Refinery 2
SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the second refinery at the South Pars Gas Complex announced the localization of over 400 technical parts and equipment at the facility, achieved through the expertise of young Iranian professionals and collaboration with new technology-based firms (NTBFs).
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Mohajerani:
Updating power plants, promoting energy efficiency are among gov’t priorities
SHANA (Tehran) – The government spokesperson stated that updating power plants and promoting optimal energy consumption are part of the government’s plans.