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Successful execution of second nanofluid injection pilot at Belal field

SHANA (Tehran) – The second pilot injection of nanofluid, produced by the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry (RIPI), was successfully conducted at well BL-1P in the Belal oil field with the support of the Iranian Offshore Oil Company (IOOC).

IOTC ready to export any volume of delivered oil, CEO says

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the Iran Oil Terminals Company (IOTC), during a visit to the Kharg oil terminal, emphasized the company’s critical role in the oil value chain, stating that the IOTC, relying on domestic capabilities and strategic infrastructure, is prepared to export any volume of oil delivered to it.

Empowering human resources, foundation of oil industry development

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC), while appreciating the efforts of the industry's employees in addressing the country's gas imbalance, emphasized the importance of agility and enhancing the knowledge level of human resources in subsidiary companies.

Smartization, digitalization of Darkhovein oil field discussed at Petrotech Conference

SHANA (Tehran) – A meeting to discuss the smartization and digitalization of the Darkhovein oil field was held on the sidelines of the Third Petrotech Conference.

New round of US sanctions targets Iran’s oil industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The US Departments of the Treasury and State have jointly imposed sanctions on several individuals and companies associated with Iran's oil industry, as part of Washington's ongoing maximum pressure campaign against Tehran.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

NIOPDC: New edition of smart fuel system under implementation

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) stated that the new version of the smart fuel system has been announced with the aim of increasing efficiency and is currently being implemented.

NIOC implementing three digital super-systems across eight oil fields

SHANA (Tehran) – The research and technology director of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) announced that three digital super-systems are being implemented across eight oil fields in the country.

Smart tech development: NIOC's key strategy

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) stated that significant strides have been made in enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and improving oil reservoir management by focusing on the development of advanced technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and digitalization.

Oil industry urged to invest in AI

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Iran Technology Management Association stated that the oil industry is the sixth-largest user of artificial intelligence (AI) and emphasized that this vast and complex sector must make significant investments in this field.

Petrotech Conference focuses on cutting-edge technologies: Secretary

SHANA (Tehran) – The secretary of the third Petrotech Conference stated that the event, held under the slogan "Cutting-Edge Technologies in the Oil Industry: The Key to Increasing National Wealth," brings together senior executives, researchers, and new technology-based firms (NTBFs).

Focused on innovation, technology in oil industry

Third Petrotech Conference kicks off in Tehran

SHANA (Tehran) – The "Third Petrotech Conference" commenced on Sunday, marking the start of a significant gathering in the oil industry.

Oil collection unit launched at Cheshmeh Khosh field

SHANA (Tehran) – The project manager for the Cheshmeh Khosh, Dalpari, and Paydar Sharq oil fields announced the launch of a crude oil collection unit at the evaporation pond facilities of the Cheshmeh Khosh oil field.

NIOC announces development of two oil fields in Khuzestan

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company announced the development of the Arvand and Minou oil fields in Khuzestan, stating that drilling rigs will soon be deployed in these fields.

OPEC Secretary-General Haitham Al Ghais: Oil industry faces $17.4 trillion investment demand

SHANA (Tehran) – OPEC Secretary-General Haitham Al Ghais visited Tehran on Wednesday, February 5, marking a significant step in strengthening cooperation between the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and Iran, a key member state.

Development of Arvand Field a step toward boosting production

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Arvand Oil and Gas Company announced the signing of a $50 million contract with the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology to address extraction challenges and indigenize hydraulic fracturing technologies, marking the beginning of operational efforts to extract oil from the Arvand field.

NPC: 14 flares in East Karoun will be extinguished by late-March

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC), referring to the plan by Persian Gulf Bidboland Gas Refining Company to collect flare gases in East Karoun, stated that 14 flares will be extinguished under this plan by the end of the current Iranian year (March 20).

NIORDC announces five mega technology projects in refining industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The research and technology director of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) announced the launch of five mega technology projects in the refining industry.

First National Digital Oil Refinery Conference held

SHANA (Tehran) – The first National Digital Oil Refinery Conference and the second National Idea Show event were organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center of Abadan Petroleum University in collaboration with Abadan Oil Refining Company.