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Oil industry pledges to advance self-reliance

SHANA (Tehran) - Deputy Oil Minister for Management Development and Human Capital said the country's oil industry remains committed to pursuing self-reliance, sustaining production, and implementing the policies championed by the martyred leader, stressing that oil sector employees will continue safeguarding production and national development.

Fuel network fully prepared for farewell

SHANA (Tehran) - Iran's fuel distribution network remains fully stable during the farewell and funeral ceremonies for the Martyred Leader, with comprehensive measures in place to ensure uninterrupted fuel supplies nationwide, the head of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) said.

Paknejad vows Iran will stand firm

SHANA (Tehran) - Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said the country will remain steadfast in the face of its enemies, pledging continued support for Iran's leadership and resilience against external threats.

Paknejad offers energy support to Nicaragua

SHANA (Tehran) — Iran announced its readiness to help meet Nicaragua's energy needs by supplying crude oil and gas oil, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said following a meeting with Nicaragua's foreign minister.

Nicaragua sees positive momentum in energy talks with Iran

SHANA (Tehran) — Nicaragua's foreign minister said Saturday that his country's negotiations and cooperation with Iran in the energy sector are progressing positively during a meeting with Iran's oil minister.

Fuel supply secure as Iran prepares for farewell ceremonies

SHANA (Tehran) - Oil minister said the country's fuel supply remains fully stable ahead of nationwide farewell and funeral ceremonies for the Martyred Leader, adding that the Oil Ministry has implemented extensive plans to ensure uninterrupted fuel distribution and support logistics during the events.

Iran, Nicaragua expand energy partnership

SHANA (Tehran) — Iran and Nicaragua reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation in the oil and energy sectors during a meeting between Iran's oil minister and Nicaragua's foreign minister.

Iran, Turkmenistan deepen strategic energy coop

SHANA (Tehran) - President Masoud Pezeshkian and Turkmenistan's National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow underscored the need to accelerate bilateral agreements in key economic sectors, describing closer cooperation in energy and transport as a significant step toward advancing the two countries' shared interests.

Iran, Russia eye stronger transit, trade links

SHANA (Tehran) — President Masoud Pezeshkian and Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's deputy chairman of the Security Council and special envoy of President Vladimir Putin, discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in energy, transportation and trade, while emphasizing the importance of accelerating implementation of existing agreements.

Iran, Turkey seek deeper economic partnership

SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz called for stronger bilateral economic cooperation, emphasizing the need to activate joint commissions and translate political goodwill into tangible economic results following the lifting of sanctions on Iran.

OPEC offers condolences on Martyred Leader's funeral

SHANA (Tehran) — The secretary-general of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) extended condolences to Iran over the funeral of the Martyred Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Iran, Iraq push to advance energy cooperation

SHANA (Tehran) - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Iraqi President Nizar Amidi stressed the need to accelerate bilateral cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, and move existing agreements from the signing stage to practical implementation during talks in Tehran.

President reviews preparations for Martyred Leader's farewell

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian reviewed the latest preparations for the farewell and funeral ceremonies of the Martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, calling for continued coordination among government bodies to ensure the events are held safely, smoothly and with broad public participation.

Oil Ministry sets up service stations for farewell ceremony

SHANA (Tehran) – The Oil Ministry's Basij Resistance Center has established service stations along the route of the farewell and funeral ceremonies for the Martyr Leader, offering cultural, medical and hospitality services to participants.

NIORDC ready to support funeral services

SHANA (Tehran) - The head of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) said the country's refining and fuel distribution network is fully prepared to ensure a stable fuel supply during the funeral ceremonies for the Martyred Leader.

NIOPDC eases fueling limits for funeral travel

SHANA (Tehran) — Iran has eased fueling restrictions and allocated additional diesel supplies for intercity buses as part of preparations for the funeral ceremonies of the Martyr Leader, according to the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC).

Oil Ministry prepares for post-sanctions era

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Ministry is preparing to capitalize on a temporary easing of US sanctions, with officials seeking to expand crude exports, revive key markets and deepen energy ties while maintaining the payment mechanisms developed during years of restrictions.

Pezeshkian: Unbalanced development, poor management fuel national imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said unbalanced development and non-scientific management are the root causes of many of Iran's structural imbalances, including the country's energy imbalance, stressing the need for evidence-based policymaking and more efficient governance.

President praises Oil Ministry for maintaining energy services

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian commended Iran's oil minister and the country's oil and gas industry for maintaining energy production, exports and public services despite recent challenges.

Spox: Oil Ministry won't yield to pressure

SHANA (Tehran) - The Iranian Oil Ministry will not be swayed by psychological warfare or rumor campaigns, the ministry's public relations chief and spokesperson said Tuesday, dismissing attempts to spread misinformation.

Fuel station inspections intensified

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) has ordered expanded inspections of fuel stations, saying the company will prioritize public complaints and take firm action against any violations or poor service standards.

West Karoun Power Plant boosts petchem energy supply

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the Petroleum Engineering and Development Company (PEDEC) said the West Karoun Power Plant has helped support energy supplies for petrochemical complexes affected by the third imposed war by feeding surplus electricity into Iran's national power grid.

Oil workers keep fuel flowing during wartime

SHANA (Tehran) – Executive vice president said round-the-clock efforts by oil industry workers ensured uninterrupted fuel supplies and other essential services during the third imposed war, despite damage to key infrastructure.

NIOC joins Iran Energy Exchange board

SHANA (Tehran) – The annual shareholders' meeting of the Iran Energy Exchange was held Sunday, with the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) elected as a full member of the exchange for the first time.

Oil minister calls for strong turnout at martyred Leader’s funeral

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad called on employees across Iran’s oil industry to take part in the funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, saying the sector will play a key role in supporting the nationwide events.

Fuel station card use climbs to 42%

NIOPDC urges drivers to use personal fuel cards

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) said the share of fuel purchases made using station-issued fuel cards has risen to 42% over the past 10 days, urging motorists to use their personal smart fuel cards instead.

Former NPC chief highlights governance gains

SHANA (Tehran) – The former CEO of Iran's National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said the company restored its regulatory and governance role during his tenure, adding that all major decisions and developments in the country's petrochemical industry are now implemented with NPC's input.

NIORDC: 17,000 fuel tankers ready for funeral logistics

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) said the company has implemented special measures to ensure an uninterrupted fuel supply ahead of the mass funeral procession for the martyred leader, with extensive preparations made to serve the millions expected to attend.

Shakeri named acting NPC head

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister has appointed Omid Shakeri as acting head of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC).