Oil Ministry boosts gas supply to industries, delivers 6.5 bcm in 18 days

SHANA (Tehran) - Gas delivery to Iran’s industrial sectors increased in Farvardin 1404 (March 21–April 7, 2025) after successfully overcoming winter shortages and supply constraints. This marks a strong start for the production sector in the "Year of Investment for Production," as declared by the country’s leadership. 

Gas industry staff praised for ensuring stability during harsh winter

SHANA (Tehran) – The managing director of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) praised the unwavering efforts of the country’s gas industry workers, saying their dedication ensured the nation weathered one of the harshest winters in recent years.

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.

Oil Ministry subsidiaries secure major oil, gas contracts in 1403

SHANA (Tehran) – Subsidiaries of Iran’s Oil Ministry achieved outstanding performance in 1403 by signing significant contracts in large and medium-scale transactions, marking a major step in developing the country’s hydrocarbon industry.

IGTC sets historic records amid unprecedented cold in 1403

SHANA (Tehran) - Despite severe cold weather and a record surge in gas demand during the Iranian year 1403 (2024-25), the Iranian Gas Transmission Company (IGTC) successfully maintained the stability of the national gas network through smart management and full utilization of its capacities, setting seven new gas transmission records.  

Sustainable production, top priority for NIGC in 1404 

SHANA (Tehran) - The director of coordination and production supervision at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) said sustainable production, maintenance, mental health support and improved living conditions for employees will be among the company’s top priorities in 1404.  

NIGC head congratulates on Nowruz

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), in a message, congratulated all colleagues and their respected families on the arrival of Nowruz, the ancient Persian New Year.

Paknejad:

Winter fuel supply showcases magnificent collaboration in vast oil industry

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad thanked all industry colleagues for their relentless, round-the-clock efforts to secure winter fuel supplies, stating: “What transpired was a display of magnificent collaboration, interaction, and tireless work across various managerial, operational, and administrative levels in the vast oil industry to meet the nation’s energy needs.”

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.

Over 850 mcm of natural gas supplied to national network

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 852 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas were delivered to the national network on Saturday.

Household sector accounts for 68% of natural gas consumption

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) said on Friday that 68% of the natural gas delivered to the network on the previous day was consumed by the household, commercial, and small industrial sectors.

13 women appointed to boards of subsidiary companies of NIGC

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced the appointment of 13 female colleagues to the boards of directors of the company’s subsidiaries for the first time.

Household gas consumption remains above 600 mcm

SHANA (Tehran) – Household, commercial, and small industrial gas consumption continues to exceed 600 million cubic meters (mcm), accounting for 71% of the total gas delivered to the national grid.

6% increase registered in natural gas consumption in residential sector

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) reported a 6% increase in natural gas consumption by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors on Tuesday (March 4) compared to the same day last year.

Residential sector gas consumption remains at peak; 675 mcm used

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) reported that 78% of the total gas supplied to the national grid was consumed by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors as temperatures dropped. On Sunday, 675 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas were consumed in these sectors.

Development cannot be sustainable without environmental benefits: NIGC

SHANA (Tehran) – Saeid Tavakoli, CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), stated that achieving sustainable development and progress is impossible without considering environmental benefits.

Residential sector consumes 660 mcm of gas

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 660 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas were consumed by the residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors yesterday.

75% of natural gas consumption in residential sector

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 75% of the total natural gas delivered to the national grid is consumed by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors.

866 mcm of natural gas delivered to national grid

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced the production and delivery of 866 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas to the national grid.

Iran's household gas consumption exceeds 700 mcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced a historic record in gas consumption for the household, commercial, and small industrial sectors, reaching 703 million cubic meters (mcm) in 24 hours.

Record-breaking gas consumption in Tehran; calls for conservation

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for Tehran Province Gas Company reported on Thursday that gas consumption exceeded 126 million cubic meters (mcm) in the past 24 hours and urged the public to help ensure a stable gas supply by managing their usage.

Daily household gas consumption reaches 700 mcm

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 80% of the total gas supplied to the network was consumed by the household, commercial, and small industrial sectors as temperatures dropped. On Tuesday (February 25), these sectors consumed 692 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas.

Tehran residents consume up to 70 mcm of gas daily

SHANA (Tehran) – The operations manager of Tehran Province Gas Company stated that Tehran residents consume between 65 to 70 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas daily and confirmed the full readiness of gas pressure reduction stations across the province.

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.

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.

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.

NIGC: Measures taken to ensure gas network stability amid cold weather

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that necessary measures have been taken to maintain the stability of the country’s gas network during the cold days ahead.

Natural gas consumption up 11% in residential sector

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced an 11% increase in natural gas consumption by the residential, commercial, and small industrial sectors on Saturday, February 22 compared to the same day last year.

Over 860 mcm of natural gas delivered to national grid

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that 862 million cubic meters (mcm) of natural gas were delivered to the national grid, with 70% of it consumed in the residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors.