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Petchem production capacity to increase by 9m tons

SHANA (Tehran) - The production capacity of Iran’s petrochemical industry is expected to rise by approximately 9 million tons by 1404, according to the National Petrochemical Company’s production control manager.

Bandar Imam Petrochemical Complex breaks six-year production, export records 

SHANA (Tehran) - The Bandar Imam Petrochemical Complex achieved its highest production level in six years in 1403.  

Gasoline consumption exceeds 125m liters on eighth day of spring

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran’s gasoline consumption reached 125.7 million liters yesterday, marking a decrease of 1.8 million liters compared to the same day last year.  

Refinery projects prioritized

SHANA (Tehran) - The oil minister emphasized prioritizing refinery projects based on available capital, stating that attracting public investment for small-scale refinery projects is a key focus, in line with the Leader’s designation of the Iranian year 1404 (2025-26) as the "Year of Investment for Production."  

Petchem industry supports attracting new investments

SHANA (Tehran) - The caretaker of the investment management department at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said attracting new investments in the "Year of Investment for Production" is a key strategy aimed at boosting output and completing the value chain, adding that NPC is ready to offer full cooperation and support in this effort. 

Gasoline consumption rises 8% during Nowruz holidays

SHANA (Tehran) - Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced an 8% increase in average daily gasoline consumption during the Nowruz holidays compared to the same period last year, stating that fuel reserves are currently at a strong level.

From gas supply to gasoline production

SPGC plays key role in boosting Iran’s economy

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) highlighted the facility’s vital role in Iran’s economic growth, stating that in the past Iranian year (1403, ended March 20), the complex produced over 243 million barrels of gas condensates, more than 606,000 metric tons of granulated sulfur, over 2.5 million metric tons of butane, about 3.7 million metric tons of propane, and more than 1.8 million metric tons of ethane.

Gasoline consumption nears 140m liters

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran’s gasoline consumption reached 139.3 million liters on the seventh day of Farvardin, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period last year.

Isfahan Refinery’s daily gasoline output reaches 13m liters  

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Isfahan Oil Refining Company announced a 40,000-barrel increase in the refinery’s processing capacity, stating that since the start of the 14th administration and through operational upgrades, daily gasoline production has risen from 11 million liters to approximately 13 million liters.  

Loud voices of free thinkers worldwide defend Palestinian people

SHANA (Tehran) - The Minister of Oil called the oppression of defenseless Palestinians deeply painful, asking, “What is the response of human rights advocates in Western countries to the demands of this population and other Quds Day rallies around the world?”

Drilling rig installed in joint Arvand Oil Field

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of Arvandan Oil and Gas Company announced the full installation of a drilling rig in the joint Arvand oil field to carry out well repair operations and drill a new well.  

Ilam's Arghavan Gostar Petrochemical Project nears launch

SHANA (Tehran) - The extruder unit of Ilam's Arghavan Gostar Petrochemical Project has reached its final testing phase.  

SPGC head:

Funds must be directed toward development projects

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) said that in line with this year’s theme of "investment for production," a significant portion of capital should be directed toward development projects through careful planning and collective wisdom. 

Gasoline consumption on sixth day of spring hits 134m liters

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran's gasoline consumption on Wednesday, the sixth day of the Iranian calendar year 1404 (March 26, 2025), reached approximately 135 million liters, marking a 17% increase compared to the same day last year.  

Senior MP announces strong parliamentary support for oil industry

SHANA (Tehran) - The head of the Iranian Parliament’s Energy Committee praised the Oil Ministry’s cooperation with the committee and other specialized parliamentary panels, emphasizing that committee members unanimously support Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and the oil industry.  

NIDC completes 100 oil, gas wells in 1403

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced the successful drilling and final completion of 100 oil and gas wells in 1403 (ended March 20, 2025), utilizing the company’s fleet in both onshore and offshore areas.

Iranian, Iraqi oil ministers hold phone call

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran’s oil minister emphasized the need for vigilance against provocations by the two countries' enemies during a phone call with his Iraqi counterpart.  

Paknejad: Investment opportunities in oil industry to be introduced

SHANA (Tehran) - Mohsen Paknejad, Iran’s oil minister, said Wednesday that crude oil production has increased by 50,000 barrels per day.

IGTC sets historic records amid unprecedented cold in 1403

SHANA (Tehran) - Despite severe cold weather and a record surge in gas demand during the Iranian year 1403 (2024-25), the Iranian Gas Transmission Company (IGTC) successfully maintained the stability of the national gas network through smart management and full utilization of its capacities, setting seven new gas transmission records.  

Iran's daily gasoline consumption reaches 130m liters

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran's gasoline consumption reached 130 million liters on Tuesday, the fifth day of the Iranian calendar year 1404 (March 25, 2025).  

Revival of prosperity in Iran’s oil, gas regions

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s oil industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, not only supplies energy and generates foreign revenue but has also made a profound impact on local communities and the environment through corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects in recent years.

Sustainable oil product transfer in northern Iran

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the North Region Oil Pipelines and Telecommunications Company announced the continued readiness and efforts of staff to supply oil products to Mazandaran province and maintain preventive storage in recent weeks through the end of the holiday season.

Gasoline consumption reaches 122m liters

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran's gasoline consumption reached 122 million liters on Monday, Farvardin 4, 1404 (March 24, 2025), marking a 1.2% increase compared to the same day last year.

Iran plans for production boost in shared oil fields

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the Petroleum Engineering and Development Company (PEDEC) highlighted accelerating the development of shared oil fields, increasing production, achieving technological self-sufficiency and sustainable development as key priorities for the company in the Iranian year 1404.

Petchem industry in 1403: From development plans to operational projects

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s petrochemical industry saw significant transformations in 1403, marked by development initiatives, new operational projects, and key achievements.

Foreign Minister: 

US officials’ claims against Iran are baseless

SHANA (Tehran) - The foreign minister, referring to the US’s unlawful sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, said allegations and accusations by American officials aimed at pressuring Iran have no merit.  

NIOPDC: From strengthening gasoline reserves to boosting diesel stocks

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) outlined the company’s key initiatives for the past Iranian year of 1403, including bolstering gasoline reserves across storage facilities nationwide ahead of the Nowruz holidays and Eid al-Fitr. 

Record-breaking gas production: A defining achievement of Iran’s cold winter of 1403

SHANA (Tehran) - Repeated record-breaking achievements in gas extraction and production have been among the most significant accomplishments of Iran’s Oil Ministry in the early months of the 14th administration.

Gasoline consumption exceeds 122m liters

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran's gasoline consumption on Sunday, the third day of the Iranian calendar year 1404 (March 23, 2025), surpassed 122 million liters, marking a 5.5% increase compared to the same day last year.  

150 NTBFs established at Oil Industry Technology Park

SHANA (Tehran) - The head of the Oil Industry Technology and Innovation Park announced that 150 new technology-based firms (NTBFs) have been established at the Razi Campus in Tehran’s Shahriar district, achieving success in commercialization and securing oil-related contracts.