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Iranian oil minister meets with Turkmen foreign minister

SHANA (Tehran) – Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad met with Rashid Meredov, the Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan on February 11, 2025 in Tehran. The two officials held discussions during the meeting.

Oil minister visits Parchin Gas Pressure Boosting Station

SHANA (Tehran) – Mohsen Paknejad, Iran's Oil Minister, visited the Parchin Gas Pressure Boosting Station on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. The visit aimed to inspect the facility's operations and infrastructure as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the country's gas network efficiency.

OPEC Secretary-General visits Oil Monitoring Center

SHANA (Tehran) – Haitham al-Ghais, Secretary-General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), visited the National Iranian Oil Company's monitoring center in Tehran on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.

Oil minister meets with OPEC secretary general 

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, met with Haitham al-Ghais, the secretary-general of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), and his accompanying delegation on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Tehran.

OPEC+ online meeting

SHANA (Tehran) – The 58th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) took place via videoconference on Monday, February 3, 2025.

Iran’s oil industry achievements in focus 

SHANA (Tehran) – Over the past 45 years, Iran's oil industry has faced numerous challenges, including imposed war and sanctions. Despite these obstacles, it has continued to develop and progress, thanks to the dedication and expertise of its workforce, earning a distinguished position on the global stage. This photo gallery highlights some of the industry's key achievements, driven by the unity, specialized skills, and unwavering determination of the Iranian people behind the scenes.

Domestically-made drilling rig put into operation

SHANA (Tehran) – The third drilling rig constructed by Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research was officially commissioned on Thursday, January 23, 2025 in a ceremony attended by Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad.

Phase 2 of Ahvaz crude desalination unit inaugurated

SHANA (Tehran) – The second phase of the Ahvaz Central Desalination Unit was officially launched on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, during President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Khuzestan Province. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad.

Leader visits exhibition on private sector achievements

SHANA (Tehran) – Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei visited the "Pioneers of Progress" exhibition, a national event showcasing the achievements and capabilities of the private sector in Tehran on January 21, 2025.

20th Int’l Public Relations Symposium

SHANA (Tehran) – The 20th International Public Relations Symposium took place at the National Library in Tehran, with the attendance of Mohammad-Jafar Qaempanah, the vice president for executive affairs on January 21, 2025.

Oil minister meets with Azerbaijani deputy PM

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and Shahin Mustafayev, Deputy Prime Minister of Azerbaijan, held talks in Tehran on January 21, 2025.

Mideast Tensions Impact on US Oil Price

Panel disscusion on mutual influence between Iran’s foreign policy and oil industry 

SHANA (Tehran) – A panel disscusion to review the historical context and future outlook of the mutual impacts of Iran’s foreign policy and oil industry was held on January 18, 2025 in Tehran. The event was attended by several former executives of the National Iranian Oil Company.

Over 60 Petchem Projects under Seventh Development Plan

Second Day of Khuzestan oil exhibition

SHANA (Tehran) – The 15th Khuzestan Specialized Exhibition of Petroleum Industry, Equipment, Manufacturing in Ahvaz saw the signing of several memorandums of understanding on its second day, Sunday, January 12, 2025. The four-day event featured various press conferences alongside the exhibition activities.

First VP attends meeting at Oil Ministry 

SHANA (Tehran) – Mohammadreza Aref, Iran’s first vice president, attended a meeting of the Oil Ministry’s deputies on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the ministry’s headquarters.

15th Khuzestan oil expo opens in Ahvaz 

SHANA (Tehran) – The 15th Khuzestan Specialized Exhibition of Petroleum Industry, Equipment, Manufacturing opened on January 11, 2025 in Ahvaz, with the attendance of Hamid Bovard, CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company, and several oil industry executives.

Press conference by IGTC head

SHANA (Tehran) – A press conference was held on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, featuring Peyman Khazraei, CEO of Iranian Gas Transmission Company (IGTC), and Reza Emami, caretaker of the company's Region 3 of Operations. The event took place on the sidelines of journalists' visit to the Sarajeh gas storage facility in Qom.

Media tour of Varavi Gas Pressure Boosting Station

SHANA (Tehran) – A group of journalists visited the Varavi Gas Pressure Boosting Station in southern province of Fars on Monday, January 6, 2025, and attended a press conference with Peyman Imani, CEO of the Iranian Central Oil Fields Company (ICOFC).

Special meeting of Parliament’s Energy Committee

SHANA (Tehran) – A meeting of the Parliament’s Energy Committee was held on Sunday, January 5, 2025 attended by Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of Parliament, Mohsen Paknejad, Oil Minister, and Abbas Aliabadi, Energy Minister.

MoU signed for 10% reduction in gas, electricity consumption

SHANA (Tehran) –An MOU was signed on Saturday, January 4, 2025 between the National Petrochemical Company and Zagros Petrochemical Company to utilize the plant’s capacity in a campaign aimed at reducing gas and electricity consumption by 10% in the residential and commercial sectors.

Bandar Abbas Refinery feedstock pipeline officially launched

SHANA (Tehran) – The pipeline supplying feedstock to the Bandar Abbas refinery was officially inaugurated on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Heads of branches of gov’t discuss energy imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – A meeting to discuss solutions for addressing Iran’s major imbalances was held on Tuesday evening, December 31, 2024, hosted by President Masoud Pezeshkian. The session took place with the participation of Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament, Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, Head of the Judiciary, and a group of senior officials from economic ministries.

Oil minister attends Economic Council meeting

SHANA (Tehran) – The 11th session of the Economic Council was held under the chairmanship of Mohammadreza Aref, first vice president, with the participation of Mohsen Paknejad, oil minister; Abbas Aliabadi, energy minister; Hamid Pourmohammadi, head of the Plan and Budget Organization; and other relevant officials in Tehran on December 30, 2024.

NIOC head visits gas projects in eastern Iran

SHANA (Tehran) – Hamid Bovard, CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company, visited key gas projects in eastern Iran on December 28, 2024. His tour included inspections of the Tous Gas Field, Fat’h Rig 91, the CMF measurement center, and wells 47 and 85 in Khangiran.

Meeting on optimal management of energy imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian attended a meeting at the Ministry of Interior in Tehran on Friday, December 27, 2024 to discuss the state of energy production and supply, as well as the optimal management of energy imbalances in major cities. The session included the ministers of interior, oil, energy, and industry, mine and trade, along with relevant deputies and the governor general of Tehran Province.

Third meeting on energy shortage

SHANA (Tehran) – The third meeting on addressing energy shortages was held on December 23, 2024, hosted by Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, with members of the Parliament's Energy Committee in attendance.

Meeting of first vice president with refining industry managers

SHANA (Tehran) – The meeting of Mohammadreza Aref, the first vice president of Iran, with the managers of the country’s refining and distribution industry was held in Tehran on the evening of Sunday, December 22, 2024.

Media visits oil storage facilities in Rey

SHANA (Tehran) – A group of journalists and media representatives visited the oil storage facilities in Rey, south of the Iranian capital of Tehran on December 21, 2024, to learn about the services and round-the-clock efforts of fuel distribution staff.

Fuel delivery in challenging conditions 

SHANA (Tehran) – During the cold days of winter, the warmth of Iranian homes owes much to the tireless, round-the-clock efforts of dedicated and hardworking employees in the oil industry. Their commitment, even in the harshest weather conditions, stands as a symbol of responsibility and sincere service.