Gas industry operators are backbone of NIGC: CEO

SHANA (Tehran) - The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) emphasized the importance of enhancing the knowledge and skills of gas industry operators, highlighting their key role in supplying and transmitting the country’s energy.

South Pars aims for maximum gas output in winter  

SHANA (Tehran) - The production and operations manager of Pars Oil and Gas Company detailed this year’s major maintenance plans for South Pars gas platforms, emphasizing efforts to maximize gas extraction this winter to meet the country’s needs.  

Power plant gas consumption surpasses household use

SHANA (Tehran) – An analysis of recent three-day data shows that gas consumption by power plants continues to rise. The gap between power plant and household consumption reached over 96 million cubic meters (mcm) between Friday (May 2) and Sunday (May 4).

Sustainable gas production at Sarkhoon and Qeshm Gas Refinary

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Sarkhoon and Qeshm Gas Refining Company stated that through major overhauls, self-sufficiency in supplying parts, and incident-free production, the refinery had a successful performance in 1403, effectively serving the public and ensuring stable energy supply.

Gas coverage in Tehran nears 6m units

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Tehran Province Gas Company announced that over 94,000 new gas subscriptions were registered in the past year (ended March 20), bringing the total number of gas-covered units in the province to 5.97 million.

South Pars platforms begin overhaul for safe winter operations

SHANA (Tehran) – The major maintenance period for South Pars gas platforms has begun at the start of the warm season to ensure safe and sustainable gas production this winter. The overhaul is expected to be completed within six months through precise execution of repair plans.

Domestic goods used in overhaul of SP 9th Refinery

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of the ninth refinery at the South Pars Gas Complex announced the complete use of domestically produced goods in carrying out the major overhaul operations at the refinery.

Iran, Russia agree on first phase of gas imports via Azerbaijan

SHANA (Moscow) – Iran’s oil minister announced that a preliminary agreement has been signed to import 55 billion cubic meters of gas annually (equivalent to roughly 150 million cubic meters per day) from Russia to Iran. He stated that transfer routes were evaluated, and both sides ultimately agreed on a land-based route through Azerbaijan.

South Pars Refinery 2 focuses on sustainable production

SHANA (Tehran) – The manager of South Pars Refinery 2 announced significant achievements in sustainable gas production and operational self-sufficiency.

South Pars Fourth Refinery produces 30m barrels of gas condensate

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of South Pars' fourth refinery said innovative technology and the exclusive use of domestic goods enabled the facility to produce nearly 30 million barrels of gas condensate in the Iranian calendar year 1403.

Implementing benchmark models to address SP gas field challenges  

SHANA (Tehran) - Saeid Pakseresht, the integrated planning manager of the National Iranian Gas Company, said precise and systematic planning is essential to implement benchmark models and resolve key challenges at the South Pars Gas Complex.  

Daily production at SP gas field equivalent to 4.5m barrels of crude oil

SHANA (Tehran) – The gas production at South Pars field is equivalent to 4.5 million barrels of crude oil per day, according to the oil and gas engineering director of Pars Oil and Gas Company. He noted that this significant output supplies the majority of Iran’s consumed gas and gas condensates, as well as feedstock for 40% of the country’s gasoline production.

Historic gas transmission records achieved during challenging winter of 1403

SHANA (Tehran) – The winter of 1403 brought unprecedented challenges to Iran’s gas industry, including early and prolonged cold spells, high-level management changes, and increased household gas demand.

17 mcm of gas sent from SP Refinery 8 to national network

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of the eighth South Pars refinery announced the transfer of over 17 million cubic meters (mcm) of sweetened gas to the national pipeline and the production of 19 million barrels of gas condensates in the year 1403.

Movement toward sustainable development in oil industry relies on investors’ role

SHANA (Tehran) – A member of Iranian Parliament called the "Transformation in Investment and Upstream Oil & Gas Development" event a significant step toward economic growth and sustainable development in Iran.

Iran’s oil opportunities: Gas refinery development

SHANA (Tehran) – Iranian Central Oil Fields Company (ICOFC) has plans to introduce an investment opportunity in gas refinery development with a daily refining capacity of 20 million cubic meters at the "Transformation in Investment and Development in Iran’s Oil and Gas Upstream" event.

South Pars Phase 11 gas production hits 20 mcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company announced the completion of drilling and the start of operations at the eighth well in South Pars Phase 11, stating that gas extraction from this phase has increased to 20 million cubic meters (mcm) per day.

Iran’s oil opportunities: Gas pressure boosting stations

SHANA (Tehran) – Five sour gas pressure boosting station projects, aimed at collecting, pressurizing and transferring up to 108 million cubic meters per day of associated gas, will be introduced to investors at the Transformation in Investment and Development in Iran’s Upstream Oil and Gas event.

Gas transmission reliability depends on regular maintenance

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Iran Gas Transmission Company emphasized the importance of timely and precise maintenance programs for pipelines and pressure-boosting facilities to ensure stable gas supply.

Iran’s Region 8 gas transmission surpasses 32 bcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The director of Iran’s Region 8 gas transmission operations reported that over 32 billion cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas were transferred from the region in the past year (1403 in the Persian calendar), citing public participation as a key factor in maintaining the transmission network’s stability.

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Building trust for investment key to sustainable development in oil, gas

SHANA (Tehran) – A member of the Iranian Parliament’s Energy Committee said that as this year has been designated the "Year of Investment for Production," one of the main challenges in achieving this goal is building public trust in investment processes.

Cooperation, awareness: Key to enhancing gas industry operations

SHANA (Tehran) - The deputy oil minister for gas affairs emphasized that mutual cooperation and awareness are two key factors in improving operational quality and advancing the gas industry.

Iran sets unprecedented gas transmission record in winter

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Iran Gas Transmission Company highlighted multiple gas transmission records set in winter 1403, stating that the latest record—a daily transmission of 880 million cubic meters of gas—was unprecedented in the history of Iran's gas industry.

Unveiling of beta financing package: A new step in upstream oil, gas development

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Oil Industry Research and Technology Fund introduces the "Beta" financing package (Powered by Iran) at an event focused on investment and development in upstream oil and gas.

Senior MP: Building trust key to attracting investment in oil, gas industry

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Iranian Parliament’s Energy Committee said removing obstacles and fostering a climate of trust will encourage effective participation by investors in the oil and gas sector.

Private sector investment opportunities in oil highlighted

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Parliament's Energy Committee said there are opportunities for private sector investment in upstream and downstream petrochemical industries, as well as oil and gas, and that the committee supports such investments.

From development to supply:

Iranian gas industry over the past year

SHANA (Tehran) – The gas industry experienced many ups and downs in the year 1403 (2024-2025), navigating challenges from supply to development.

NIGC credits public-gov’t cooperation for overcoming winter difficulties

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy oil minister for gas affairs stated that the successful navigation of this winter was made possible by the efforts of National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) employees, the support of the Oil Ministry, and the public. He emphasized that those who work sincerely, honestly, and passionately for the country will have their names etched in history.

Household gas consumption exceeds 550 mcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The consumption of gas in the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors has surpassed 550 million cubic meters (mcm), accounting for 65% of the total gas delivered to the national grid.