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Gas consumption surges at power plants, hits 305 mcm in a single day

SHANA (Tehran) — Power plants in Iran consumed more than 2 billion cubic meters of natural gas last week, accounting for the largest share of the country’s total gas usage across three main sectors: power generation, major industries, and residential-commercial-minor industries.

Overhaul of 11 South Pars platforms completed

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) stated that during the 12-day war, South Pars platforms continued operations uninterrupted. Alongside maintaining stable gas extraction, major overhauls proceeded as planned, with 11 platforms successfully completed so far.

Israeli attack hits two gas refineries; operations now stable

SHANA (Tehran) – The Phase 14 refinery of South Pars and the Fajr Jam gas refinery were targeted in an attack by the Zionist regime on Saturday afternoon. Currently, the situation at both facilities is fully under control, with necessary measures underway to ensure safety and maintain operations.

Daily gas extraction from South Pars Phase 11 increases by 60%  

SHANA (Tehran) – Daily gas extraction from South Pars Phase 11 has risen by 60% during the first 10 months of the 14th administration, increasing from 12 million cubic meters (mcm) to 20 mcm per day.  

Daily average exceeds 281 mcm

Gas consumption by power plants surges

SHANA (Tehran) - An analysis of gas consumption data from May 31-June 6, shows that the average daily gas consumption by power plants exceeded 281 million cubic meters, peaking on June 2 at over 287 million cubic meters—the highest recorded level. 

23% increase in gas injection into Shourijeh storage facility

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Shahid Hashemi-Nejad Gas Refinery announced that 589 million cubic meters of gas have been injected into the Shourijeh storage reservoir since the start of the injection season (spring) through June 5 this year.

South Pars gas production rises with second infill well coming online  

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced the completion of the second infill drilling well at the SPD1 platform in Phase 1, stating that its operation has increased South Pars gas field’s daily production capacity by 1.8 million cubic meters.  

Plan to reduce gas flaring in southern oil-rich regions announced

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) announced plans to cut daily gas flaring by 200 million cubic feet this year.

Reduced flaring at South Pars Refinery 11

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of Refinery 11 at the South Pars Gas Complex described the reduction in gas flaring as significant, stating that the volume of gas sent to flares has dropped from over 1 million cubic meters per day to less than 3,000 cubic meters.

Overhaul of SP phases 17, 18 platforms gas field completed 

SHANA (Tehran) - The head of the South Pars gas platforms' overhaul operations announced that the major maintenance of offshore platforms in Phases 17 and 18 of the South Pars gas field has been successfully completed, with more than 1,300 operational work orders executed.  

Energy savings at Isfahan Oil Refinery through flare gas recovery project

SHANA (Tehran) – The project manager of Isfahan Oil Refining Company said the implementation of a flare gas recovery system will save up to 3,000 cubic meters of gas per hour at the refinery. The initiative plays a key role in reducing environmental pollution by improving energy efficiency and economic productivity.

Completion of flare gas recovery operation at SP Refinery 7

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of operations at the seventh refinery of South Pars announced the successful implementation of the flare gas recovery operation, stating that the project was completed with high quality, relying on domestic technical expertise and innovative measures. The installation of flare and utility line branches was fully executed.

Record-breaking overhaul at South Pars Phase 14 refinery

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced a new record in executing 13,000 work orders during the major overhaul of the South Pars Phase 14 refinery.

SPGC’s role in strengthening national power grid

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of South Pars Gas Complex announced that the Besat Power Plant, part of the complex, has been steadily generating electricity. In addition to supplying energy to 13 refineries, it feeds surplus power into the grid of four neighboring counties, playing a key role in reinforcing the regional power network.

Upgrading offshore infrastructure essential for gas compression project

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company emphasized the need to enhance industrial workshop infrastructure for building offshore facilities to support the strategic gas compression project in South Pars.  

Overhaul of two Phase 12 platforms in South Pars completed

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy head of operations and production at Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced the safe completion of a major simultaneous overhaul of two gas platforms in Phase 12 of South Pars, involving more than 700 work orders.

Overhauls at SP refineries boost reliability without disrupting supply

SHANA (Tehran) – Major overhauls at South Pars gas refineries began in March with the goal of maintaining steady production and improving energy efficiency through domestic capabilities. These operations, supported by extensive manpower, new technology-based firms (NTBFs), and strict adherence to safety protocols, prepare the refineries to reliably supply gas through the winter.

SP’s Refinery 12 plans for sustainable production

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the 12th refinery at South Pars Gas Complex announced targeted plans to increase production capacity, improve product quality, reduce pollutants, and enhance equipment reliability.

South Pars gas compression project: Ensuring Iran’s energy security

SHANA (Tehran) – The executive of the South Pars gas compression project emphasized the need for general contractors to set clear operational milestones, calling the project vital for sustaining production and safeguarding the country’s economic interests and strategic energy security in the coming years.

Overhaul of South Pars Gas Refinery 7 relies on domestic expertise

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the seventh refinery at South Pars Gas Complex announced the start of the 2025 major overhaul operations, aimed at maintaining gas production stability and improving product quality, beginning May 22.

Gas infrastructure expansion to double storage capacity

SHANA (Tehran) – The caretaker of Iranian Gas Engineering and Development Company announced progress on strategic projects in gas storage, transmission, measurement, and optimization, stating that the country’s gas storage capacity will more than double with the launch of expansion projects in Sarajeh and Shourijeh.

Iran Ready for Gas Cooperation with Turkmenistan, Region

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that Iran is not only interested in importing gas from Turkmenistan but also has the capacity and capability to export and swap gas to regional countries.

NIGC prepares for winter: Early overhauls, supply fixes

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of production coordination and supervision at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) outlined key measures to ensure stable gas supply in the second half of the year and a safe winter season. These include early major overhauls, reduced downtime, equipment supply chain improvements and the revival of preventive maintenance systems.

Overhaul of South Pars Phase 14 gas platforms completed

SHANA (Tehran) – The production and operations manager of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) announced the completion of the overhaul of the South Pars Phase 14 gas platforms and their return to operation.

Iran, Turkmenistan move to deepen gas cooperation

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s oil minister and Turkmenistan’s foreign minister emphasized expanding bilateral cooperation in oil and gas, reviewing avenues for enhanced collaboration.

Challenging gas transfer operations amid winter production-consumption imbalance

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Iranian Gas Transmission Company (IGTC) outlined the company’s special measures to maintain stable gas flow during the cold days of 1403 (2024-2025), stating: "Despite the imbalance between production and consumption, household gas usage reached 76% of the country’s total consumption on some days, making this one of the most difficult operational periods in recent years."

Sarajeh gas storage capacity to increase to 1.5 bcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The acting head of Iran Gas Engineering and Development Company announced that the gas storage capacity at the Sarajeh field will increase to 1.5 billion cubic meters (bcm) per year upon completion of its second phase.

POGC announces official start of gas compression project in South Pars

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) outlined necessary measures to advance the gas pressure-boosting project in South Pars, including providing a comprehensive operational plan, making timely decisions and meeting set deadlines.

MoU signed to replace 1m low-consumption heaters

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) reported on the beginning gas heaters optimization plan with high efficiency.