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Iran upgrades fuel card database after 18 years

SHANA (Tehran) – The database of Iran’s national fuel smart card system has been updated for the first time in 18 years, a move officials say has helped detect hundreds of thousands of unauthorized cards and prevent large-scale fuel misuse.

Inside Iran’s record gas transmission push

SHANA (Tehran) – The record-breaking performance and resilience of Iran’s gas transmission network in harsh conditions demonstrate how its pipelines and compressor stations continue operating even amid freezing weather and security threats.

Iran controls 11 mcm of flare gas under 14th administration

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran has managed to capture more than 11 million cubic meters of flare gas in recent months, calling it evidence that reforms in the country’s energy management are underway. He added that controlling flare gases could generate between $5 billion and $6 billion in annual revenue for the nation.

Statement of the 27th GECF Ministerial Meeting

SHANA (Doha) – In the spirit of solidarity and cooperation, the Ministers of the Member Countries of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), convened on October 23, 2025 in Doha, State of Qatar, for the 27th GECF Ministerial Meeting, at the gracious invitation of His Excellency Eng. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy Affairs of the State of Qatar, and under the Presidency of His Excellency Dr Khalifa Rajab Abdulsadek, Minister of Oil and Gas of the State of Libya, President of the 27th GECF Ministerial Meeting for the year 2025.

Nigeria’s Philip Mshelbila elected as new secretary general of GECF

SHANA (Doha) – On October 23, 2025, during the 27th Ministerial Meeting held in Doha, Qatar, members of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) elected Philip Mshelbila as their fifth Secretary General.

Iran elected to head GECF Executive Board, pushes for forum upgrade

SHANA (Doha) – Iran’s oil minister announced that the country has been elected chair of the Executive Board of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) and that Tehran’s proposal to upgrade the forum into the “Organization of Gas Exporting Countries” was well received by member states.

Highlighting stronger GECF unity,

Paknejad calls for 'transformation into 'Organization of Gas Exporting Countries'

SHANA (Tehran) – Minister of Oil Mohsen Paknejad called on member states of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) to stand united against aggression, resist sanctions, and strengthen cooperation to secure the global role of natural gas in the decades ahead.

Qatar says natural gas driving the global energy transition

SHANA (Doha) – Qatar’s Minister of Energy said natural gas has emerged as one of the main energy options in the global transition, as countries around the world seek cleaner energy sources. He emphasized that the role of gas in meeting energy demand and reducing emissions has become increasingly significant.

GECF president:

Fair energy transition requires producers-consumers cooperation

SHANA (Doha) – Khalifa Rajab Abdulsadek, Libya’s minister of oil and gas and president of the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), said Thursday that expanding cooperation between gas producers and consumers is essential to achieving a fair and sustainable energy transition.

GECF secretary-general: Golden age of natural gas is ahead

SHANA (Doha) – The Secretary-General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) said global gas consumption reached a record high in 2024 and is expected to grow by about 6% this year, marking the beginning of the “golden age of natural gas.”

27th GECF Ministerial Meeting opens in Doha

SHANA (Doha) – The 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) opened Thursday in Doha, the capital of Qatar, with the participation of ministers and senior officials from member states.

New phase of Abuzar Oil Field Development to begin soon

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of the Iranian Offshore Oil Company announced significant progress in the construction of the Abuzar oil field pipeline project, saying a new phase of the field’s development will begin soon if current progress continues.

Increase in Persian Gulf Holding’s share of the capital market

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC) announced a 42% increase in consolidated operating income and a 63% rise in net profit compared with the previous fiscal year, adding that the company’s share of the capital market has reached 14.92%.

Overhaul completed on South Pars phases 2, 3 platforms

SHANA (Tehran) – The major overhaul of the SPD3 and SPD4 gas platforms in South Pars has been completed with a total of 9,346 man-hours of work and 808 maintenance tasks carried out without incident.

Iran’s initiatives to boost GECF’s global influence

SHANA (Doha) – Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad described the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) as a crucial event, emphasizing that as the forum’s founder, Iran will present new initiatives designed to safeguard the collective interests of member countries in the long term.

Formation of seventh development plan committee at NPC

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Petrochemical Company (NPC) has established a specialized committee dedicated to the implementation of Iran’s Seventh Development Plan, emphasizing its importance for the petrochemical sector, the company’s CEO announced.

Paknejad:

Energy’s future depends on a new generation of skilled professionals

SHANA (Doha) — Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said the evolving landscape of the global oil and gas industry calls for training a new generation of skilled professionals familiar with international frameworks and technological developments.

Tehran, Algiers seek synergy in energy ties

SHANA (Doha) – On the eve of the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Doha, Iran’s Oil Minister met with Algeria’s Minister of Energy and Mines to discuss expanding cooperation between Tehran and Algiers in the energy sector.

Iran, Libya oil ministers discuss energy cooperation

SHANA (Doha) – Iran’s oil minister met with his Libyan counterpart to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in various energy sectors and leveraging shared capacities.

Tehran, Abuja strengthen energy cooperation

SHANA (Doha) – On the eve of the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Doha, Qatar, Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad met with Nigerian Minister of Gas Resources Ekperikpe Ekpo to discuss expanding energy cooperation between Tehran and Abuja.

South Zagros Oil & Gas Production Company ready for maximum gas production during winter

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of Zagros Southern Oil and Gas Production Company announced that, thanks to the tireless efforts of its employees and extensive overhaul operations, the company is ready to boost its daily gas output to 168 million cubic meters to help ensure a warm winter for the nation.

Oil minister leaves Tehran for Doha to attend GECF meeting

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, departed Tehran for Doha on Tuesday evening, heading to Qatar to attend the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF).

Four secretaries-general, Four paths: The evolution of the GECF

SHANA (Tehran) – A review of the tenures of the four secretaries-general of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) shows the organization has undergone a significant structural and conceptual evolution over the past decade. These leaders from Russia, Iran and Algeria, each with a distinct approach, have shaped the organization's structure, solidified its international standing and charted a course for the global gas industry.

How operator companies are changing the gas consumption equation

SHANA (Tehran) – The entry of operator companies into gas consumption management marks the beginning of a new chapter in the nation’s energy market—one where conservation becomes an economic opportunity and smart technologies pave the way toward greater efficiency.

SPGC plays vital role in national revenue

Protecting South Pars is a national responsibility, CEO says

SHANA (Bushehr) – The South Pars Gas Complex supplies 73 percent of Iran’s natural gas, provides feedstock for 65 percent of the nation’s petrochemical plants, produces 45 percent of its gasoline and fuels 60 to 65 percent of power plants, the company’s CEO said Tuesday.

Generative AI: A new path to value creation in petchem industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of information systems and digital transformation at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) highlighted the need to integrate artificial intelligence into the petrochemical industry, saying generative AI can help design, evaluate and execute production scenarios and goals simultaneously, while also supporting marketing and new product development.

Iran proposes measures to strengthen global standing of GECF

SHANA (Tehran) – The director general of OPEC, Assemblies, and International Organizations Affairs at Iran’s Ministry of Petroleum said the Iranian oil minister will present a proposal to strengthen the international position of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) during its 27th Ministerial Meeting.

Digital mindset key to petrochemical industry’s growth

SHANA (Tehran) – Hossein Alimorad, director of planning and development at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC), emphasized the need to redefine governance structures and institutions to achieve digital governance, saying that fostering a digital-oriented mindset is essential for realizing digital transformation.

NPC, ICT Ministry collaborate on education equity, smart schools

SHANA (Tehran) – The National Petrochemical Company (NPC) has been tasked by the president to work with the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) on promoting education equity and smart schools, NPC Managing Director Hassan Abbaszadeh announced. The initiative is currently underway, with results expected in the coming months.