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NIOEC to equip production-distribution chain with metering systems
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of National Iranian Oil Engineering and Construction Company (NIOEC) announced the implementation of a comprehensive metering plan in three phases over three years.
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Residential gas usage surges as temperatures drop
SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company reported a rise in gas consumption in the residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors as temperatures dropped. He stated that 75% of the total gas delivered to the network yesterday was consumed by these sectors.
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Innovative solutions explored to enhance safety in petchem industry
SHANA (Tehran) – A specialized meeting of health, safety, and environment (HSE) managers from petrochemical companies across the country was held to address challenges, exchange experiences, and present innovative solutions aimed at enhancing safety and promoting sustainable development in the petrochemical industry.
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Record-breaking achievements gained in gas production, delivery
SHANA (Tehran) – Despite rising gas demand and challenges stemming from the imbalance between production and consumption, the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) has achieved unprecedented milestones in the country’s gas industry during the first 196 days of the 14th administration’s tenure.
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President: Completing gas flaring prevention plans is essential
SHANA (Tehran) – The president emphasized that Khuzestan is a precious gem, stating that addressing oil pollution, particularly gas flaring at upstream oil and gas facilities, must be prioritized through a comprehensive, expert-led program with the participation of all responsible agencies.
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NIGC’s comprehensive plan to reduce energy waste
SHANA (Tehran) – The energy and carbon manager of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) stated that the company has implemented a series of new and comprehensive programs in technical, managerial, and cultural domains to combat energy waste and reduce emissions.
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Challenges in refining industry identified
SHANA (Tehran) – The research and technology director of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) announced that the challenges facing the company have been identified, stating that positive steps have been taken to address these issues.
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Accelerating petchem industry development with new technologies, innovative thinking
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) stated that the petrochemical industry can accelerate its development by managing research, utilizing global knowledge and advanced technologies, and adopting innovative thinking and modern structures.
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Sustainable development of gas industry through innovative methods
SHANA (Tehran) – The acting head of Iran Gas Engineering and Development Company (IGEDC) emphasized that improving the quality of projects based on physical assets and employing innovative methods in project execution are key strategies for enhancing productivity and achieving sustainable development in the country’s gas industry.
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Azar Oil Field development progresses despite sanctions
SHANA (Tehran) – The director of the Azar Oil Field development project described the field as one of Iran's most complex oil fields, stating that its development began in the 2000s under various contracts.
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IOOC inks two research agreements with Iranian NTBFs
SHANA (Tehran) – On the second day of the third PetroTech Conference, two first-time production research agreements were signed between Iranian Offshore Oil Company (IOOC) and Iranian new technology-based firms (NTBFs).
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Deputy minister urges showcasing technological achievements in oil industry
SHANA (Tehran) – The Deputy Minister of Oil for Engineering, Research, and Technology stated that technological achievements in the oil industry should be showcased through success stories and practical experiences to make the path of development clearer and smoother.
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New regulations drafted to boost NTBFs
SHANA (Tehran) – The chairman of the Innovation and Prosperity Fund announced that new regulations, including the Tech-Based Production Leap Act and the New Technology-Based Firms (NTBFs) Support Act, have been introduced to support these businesses.
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Daily sweet gas production reaches 870 mcm
SHANA (Tehran) – The caretaker of production coordination and supervision at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that the injection of sweet gas into transmission pipelines has now reached 870 million cubic meters (mcm) per day.
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Oil Research and Technology Fund to help overcome oil industry development barriers
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy CEO of the Oil Research and Technology Fund emphasized that research funds must adopt a specialized approach and collaborate with other financial institutions to help remove barriers to the development of the oil and energy industry.
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Digitalizing supply chain, distribution of petroleum products important
SHANA (Tehran) – The operations manager of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) identified fuel consumption management in the transportation sector as one of the main challenges facing the oil industry.
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Ongoing support for domestic technologies essential: RIPI
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry (RIPI) emphasized that support for the technology sector must be continuous, focused, measurable, and monitorable.
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10 environmental projects underway at South Pars Refinery 6
SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of South Pars Refinery 6 announced the implementation of 10 operational and environmental projects aimed at reducing flaring and optimizing sulfur recovery units. He reported that these projects are currently 58% complete.
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NIGTC announces full preparedness for gas transmission during cold weather
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Transmission Company (NIGTC) stated that all ten operational regions of the company are fully prepared for the anticipated cold front expected in the first week of Esfand (the last month of the Iranian calendar).
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NIDC inks three research contracts
SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) signed three research agreements with new technology-based firms (NTBFs) on the sidelines of the second day of the Third Petrotech Conference on Monday. The contracts aim to address technological needs in the drilling sector.
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NIOC’s technological needs under expert scrutiny
SHANA (Tehran) – The technological needs of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) were evaluated and discussed during a specialized meeting at the Third Petrotech Conference, attended by senior research and technology managers of the company.
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Support for NTBFs should adopt non-governmental approach
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy of development at the Innovation and Prosperity Fund emphasized the importance of a technology-based economy in the country’s development and the fund’s increased capital, stating that support for new technology-based firms (NTBFs) should adopt a non-governmental approach and utilize modern financing tools.
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Residential sector gas consumption exceeds 600 mcm
SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 870 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas were produced and delivered to the national grid on Sunday.
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Oil Ministry leads in localization of strategic technologies
SHANA (Tehran) – The Deputy for Development of New Technology-Based Firms (NTBFs) at the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy announced that the Ministry of Oil has taken a leading role in implementing the law to boost tech-based production.
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Oil industry advances toward tech-based development
SHANA (Tehran) – The director-general of technology affairs at the Ministry of Oil stated that the country's oil industry has taken steps toward technology-based development with the goals of increasing productivity, accelerating projects, saving foreign currency, neutralizing sanctions, and achieving economic growth.
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Energy imbalance mitigation headquarters formation discussed
SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the Energy Committee of the Parliament announced that the formation of a headquarters to address energy imbalances was discussed during the commission's meeting.
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Domestically-produced compressor unveiled at Petrotech Conference
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran has joined the ranks of a select few countries capable of designing and manufacturing integrally geared centrifugal compressors with the unveiling of a domestically produced variable speed process compressor.
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Synergy vital in oil industry technology ecosystem
SHANA (Tehran) – The most significant initiatives of the oil industry technology ecosystem were outlined at the Third Petrotech Conference, with a strong emphasis on the need for increased synergy to achieve tangible results.
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Arvandan Oil & Gas Company announces solar power plant construction in West Karoun
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Arvandan Oil & Gas Company revealed plans to build solar power plants in West Karoun, with capacities of 20 and 15 megawatts.
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Third Petrotech Conference kicks off
SHANA (Tehran) – The Third Petrotech Conference commenced in Tehran on Sunday, February 23, 2025, coinciding with Engineering Day. The event is organized in collaboration with all sectors of the technology ecosystem and attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Oil.