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Oil media urged to embrace AI, active reporting

SHANA (Tehran) – Saman Ghadousi, director general of public relations and spokesman for the Oil Ministry, called for more proactive news gathering, wider use of artificial intelligence and broader media skills in producing news and digital content.

Oil Ministry leads administrative reform drive

SHANA (Tehran) – The Oil Ministry is emerging as a frontrunner in Iran’s administrative transformation program, with officials saying the ministry is in a favorable position based on assessments by the Administrative and Employment Organization of Iran.

ICOFC targets 12 bcm gas output increase in 1405

SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Central Oil Fields Company plans to increase natural gas production by about 12 billion cubic meters in the Iranian calendar year 1405, building on a year in which it exceeded its gas production target and set a new record for gas storage, the company’s production director said.

Oil industry PR must adapt to a changing media landscape

SHANA (Tehran) – The public relations arms of Iran’s oil industry need to rethink their communication strategies and adopt more agile structures to keep pace with rapid changes in the media landscape, the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company said Saturday.

Tajikistan plans to boost oil imports from Iran

SHANA (Tehran) – Tajikistan plans to expand infrastructure and logistics capacity to increase the volume of crude oil and petroleum products transported between Iran and Tajikistan, the country’s transport minister said Saturday.

Tehran, Dushanbe after long-term fuel deal

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran and Tajikistan agreed to explore a framework for exporting Iran’s surplus petroleum products and supplying crude oil needed by Tajikistan’s refineries, Iran’s oil minister said Saturday.

NIOC: Oil spills unlinked to Iran’s facilities

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company dismissed social media reports linking oil pollution and slicks in the sea near Qeshm Island to Iran’s oil facilities, saying the company has only limited facilities in the area and they are currently shut down for maintenance.

Tajikistan eyes more Iranian oil products

SHANA (Tehran) – Tajikistan plans to increase imports of oil products from Iran, citing global energy challenges and growing cooperation between Tehran and Dushanbe, the Central Asian country's energy and water resources minister said Saturday.

Iran, Pakistan forming energy task forces

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran and Pakistan have agreed to establish specialized working groups to follow up on major agreements involving energy trade, Iranian oil minister said Tuesday.

Gas output recovery of 95 mcm set for summer’s end

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said about 95 million cubic meters per day of lost gas production capacity will be restored by the end of summer after damage to part of the gas processing facilities in Asaluyeh.

South Pars gas compression plan approved

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Economic Council approved a strategic plan to gas compression at the shared South Pars gas field, aimed at maintaining production capacity and increasing gas and condensate recovery.

Tehran Refinery targets higher-value exports

SHANA (Tehran) - The Tehran Oil Refinery is pursuing a strategy to expand its export-oriented product portfolio, develop new businesses and complete its value chain by transitioning into a petro-refinery, its CEO said Monday.

NISOC sets record for downhole pump installation

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company said 13 downhole pumps were installed during the first four months of the current year, with plans to install 40 by year-end.

Minister: Shana Is a reference for Iran’s oil industry news

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said the media should serve as a clear mirror of society and government institutions, reflecting realities without distortion. He said the Oil and Energy Information Network (Shana), as the specialized media outlet for Iran’s oil industry, has earned international credibility and should further strengthen its standing by reporting news accurately, professionally and promptly.

Minister’s message on Journalists’ Day:

Media highlighted oil workers’ sacrifice

SHANA (Tehran) - In a message marking Journalists’ Day, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad praised media professionals for their efforts during the difficult days of war and sanctions, highlighting their role in reflecting the Iranian nation’s resistance and the sacrifices made by oil industry workers to sustain production and ensure the country’s energy supply. He stressed that the media brought these efforts and acts of service to the public’s attention.

Abadan Refinery steps up expansion drive

SHANA (Tehran) — The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Refining and Distribution Company underscored the strategic role of the Abadan Refinery in ensuring a stable fuel supply and accelerating development projects during a visit to the southern city.

South Pars Refinery No. 3 rebuild officially underway

SHANA (Tehran) – Reconstruction of South Pars Refinery No. 3 has moved into the execution phase after Pars Oil and Gas Company signed an agreement with a consortium of domestic contractors.

President cites energy imbalance as key challenge

SHANA (Tehran) — President Masoud Pezeshkian said energy imbalance was among the most significant challenges facing his administration during its first two years in office, alongside war, sanctions, water shortages and drought, as he reflected on the government's record ahead of the third year of his presidency.

Largest CTEP unit of Iran nears completion at South Azadegan field

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran has finished construction on the final two processing trains of its Central Treatment and Export Processing (CTEP) unit at the South Azadegan oil field, bringing the country's largest crude processing facility to the brink of full operation, oil officials said.

Iran pushes oil field projects forward with domestic resources

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the National Iranian Oil Company called for faster execution of the company's development projects, urging officials to remove operational obstacles, rely more heavily on domestic capacity and maintain steady coordination among executive bodies.

Iran pushes to rebuild war-damaged oil facilities, secure fuel supply

SHANA (Tehran) — The head of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) stressed the need to speed up strategic reconstruction projects at damaged oil facilities to ensure steady fuel supplies, particularly to Tehran and the country's northern provinces.

Petroleum University of Technology offers expertise to rebuild war-damaged oil facilities

SHANA (Tehran) – The president of the Petroleum University of Technology announced that the university has submitted a proposal to Iran's Oil Ministry to form specialized working groups to help assess and rebuild oil industry facilities damaged in recent conflicts.

Iran races to restore war-damaged gas capacity before winter

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran's oil industry has made restoring gas production capacity lost in attacks on South Pars refineries during the recent conflict its top priority, aiming to complete repairs before the start of the cold season.

Paknejad urges continued oversight of refinery reconstruction, pension fund reform

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister praised the oil industry's efforts to rebuild refineries damaged during the war and stressed the need for continued project management meetings and regular progress reporting.

Minister, officials pay tribute to late NIGC PR chief

SHANA (Tehran) — Senior government and energy officials issued messages of condolence following the passing of Mohammad Asgari, caretaker of public relations at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC).

POGC presses ahead with refinery rebuild after war damage

SHANA (Tehran) – South Pars refineries hit in recent conflicts are being restored on an accelerated schedule, company says.

NIOC hails 'remarkable' recovery at SP refinery sites hit in war

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) praised the Pars Oil and Gas Company for its handling of the aftermath of attacks on South Pars facilities, calling the substantial progress made in rebuilding the Phase 14 refinery and clearing debris at other damaged refineries in less than two months a sign of the company's management strength, operational cohesion and crisis readiness.

NIOC pushes fast rebuild of war-damaged South Pars gas facilities

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the National Iranian Oil Company called for an accelerated rebuilding effort at South Pars gas field refineries damaged in recent attacks, saying the facilities must be restored to operation as quickly as possible using domestic contractors and manufacturers while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

Iran fast-tracks repairs to war-damaged gas refineries ahead of winter

SHANA (Tehran) – Members of a special oversight committee monitoring the reconstruction of damaged refineries at Iran's South Pars Gas Complex urged crews to speed up early production plans before the onset of winter, following a site visit this week.

Corporate governance key to oil pension funds' long-term stability

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the board of directors of the Oil Industry Pension Funds said establishing strong corporate governance is essential to protecting intergenerational assets and ensuring the funds can keep meeting insurance obligations and welfare services.