Oil Ministry
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No current problems selling oil: Oil minister
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said Iran is not facing any problems selling its oil and has prepared contingency plans should restrictions tighten.
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Major oil industry goal: Collecting 43 mcm of flare gas daily
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Oil Ministry’s flare gas recovery task force said that, following direct instructions from the president and special measures by the oil minister, projects to recover associated and flare gas are advancing at an unprecedented pace. The goal is to collect more than 40 million cubic meters per day of flare gas by the end of Iranian year 1406.
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Parliament Research Center endorses Oil Ministry’s performance under Seventh Development Plan
SHANA (Tehran) – The Iranian Parliament’s Research Center has praised the Oil Ministry’s performance during the first year of the Seventh Development Plan, reporting that the ministry’s output exceeded expectations in key areas such as production growth. However, the report noted that financing remains the main challenge to fully implementing the five-year plan.
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A blueprint for energy leadership:
Oil Ministry’s road ahead in the seventh development plan
SHANA (Tehran) – More than a year has passed since the Seventh Development Plan was issued—a five-year program built around major targets such as raising oil production capacity to 4.8 million barrels per day, increasing petrochemical output to more than 131 million tons annually, and boosting annual gas exports to more than 40 billion cubic meters. These goals outline a challenging trajectory for Iran’s oil and gas sector.
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Parliament reports steady oil sector progress under Seventh Development Plan
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Iran’s Parliament Energy Committee said the oil industry performed positively in the first year of the Seventh Development Plan, noting progress in implementing key provisions such as the collection of flare gas and the increase in production of petroleum products.
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MP: Oil Ministry exceeds goals in Seventh Development Plan
SHANA (Tehran) – The Oil Ministry has outperformed several targets set in the first year of Iran’s Seventh Development Plan, particularly in crude oil production capacity, crude output, raw gas production, and flare gas recovery, according to a parliamentary report.
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Iran boosts gas supply by 6.7 mcm daily, diesel stocks up 130% for winter
SHANA (Tehran) — Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said gas delivery to the network has increased by about 6.7 million cubic meters per day and diesel reserves at power plants have risen 130%, putting Iran in a strong position heading into winter.
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Oil Ministry-task force collaboration boosts fuel reserves
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Iran’s National Energy Imbalance Task Force said fuel reserves have improved compared with last year, crediting close cooperation between the Oil Ministry and the task force as key to managing the country’s energy supply and demand.
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Oil Ministry ensures energy stability from summer heat to winter cold
SHANA (Tehran) – The Iranian Oil Ministry successfully managed the country’s gas supply to power plants during peak summer demand in 1404 and is now preparing to ensure a stable energy supply for the upcoming winter through refinery overhauls, expanded gas storage injections, and increased liquid fuel reserves.
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Oil Ministry recognized for transparency, public information access
SHANA (Tehran) – The Ministry of Oil and its affiliated companies were commended for fully implementing the law on the dissemination and free access to information, ensuring the public’s right to access information from government agencies, the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance said.
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Energy imbalance reform seen as key to boosting productivity
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf on Monday called reforming the country’s energy imbalance one of the most important steps in economic policy, warning that without it, productivity cannot be achieved. He emphasized that such reforms should ensure that the public clearly and tangibly benefits from the economic gains.
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Oil Ministry forms task force to boost production technologies
SHANA (Tehran) – The Oil Ministry has established a special task force aimed at improving oil and gas production methods and tools, as well as developing enhanced recovery technologies, a senior official announced.
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Oil Ministry launches multifaceted plan to stop fuel smuggling
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran's Ministry of Oil under the 14th government has launched a comprehensive strategy to address the country's energy imbalance, combat fuel smuggling and move toward efficiency, equity and sustainability in its energy distribution system. The plan is built on four main pillars: pricing policies, non-pricing policies, diversifying the fuel portfolio and combating off-grid distribution and smuggling.
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Expert: Oil Ministry’s key win was boosting production amid crises
SHANA (Tehran) – An energy expert said the Oil Ministry’s most significant accomplishment in the first year of Iran’s 14th administration was boosting oil and gas production capacity while effectively managing major crises.
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Iran sets new oil, gas production records despite sanctions, war
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran’s oil industry has posted record production levels of crude oil and natural gas despite facing sanctions, energy shortfalls and the impacts of war, according to government data.
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Iran touts oil sector gains: Exports up, idle capacity restored
SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy head of the Iranian Parliament's Energy Committee cited the most significant achievements of the Oil Ministry under the 14th administration as growth in oil exports, an improved national gas balance, the activation of private sector capacity, and the revival of idled and suspended capacities in the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry.
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Paknejad’s first year: Leading Iran’s oil industry through war, sanctions
SHANA (Tehran) – A year has passed since Mohsen Paknejad took office as oil minister in Iran’s 14th administration—a year marked by major events and challenges. His tenure reflects a clear blend of commitment and expertise that shaped the ministry’s performance during turbulent times.
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Oil Ministry’s Push to close the flare gas case
SHANA (Tehran) – For years, flares in southern Iran have burned relentlessly and aimlessly. These gases could have been economically viable—warming homes, powering industries—yet they have been wasted for decades. The oilmen, those who have breathed the dust of oil wells and dream of extinguishing these flames, have taken a serious step forward by implementing the NGL 3100 project.
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Oil minister’s advisor praises journalists as ‘Pioneers of Information in critical moments’
SHANA (Tehran) – During a visit to the SHANA newsroom on Journalist’s Day, the oil minister’s advisor praised reporters for their efforts, calling them pioneers in disseminating information across all fields and during critical times.
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Oil Ministry appreciates media support during critical times
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of public relations at Iran’s Oil Ministry emphasized the need to strengthen specialized oil media outlets, acknowledging their effective role during sensitive periods, including the recent 12-day imposed war and other exceptional circumstances in recent years.
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Oil Ministry enters path to decarbonize maritime fleet
SHANA (Tehran) – The secretary of the Iranian Maritime Engineering Society announced the first joint meeting between the Oil Ministry, the Petroleum University of Technology, and the Chemical Engineering Society to examine the requirements and opportunities for decarbonizing maritime transport. He stated that this meeting marks the beginning of defining national technological and research projects to reduce carbon emissions in the sector.
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Decoding the message behind the Pezeshkian’s Oil Ministry visit
SHANA (Tehran) - Masoud Pezeshkian’s first visit as president to the Ministry of Oil was not merely a ceremonial gesture but carried a clear and strategic message for the vast family of Iran’s oil industry—a message blending gratitude for their resilience during the toughest days and emphasizing the industry’s irreplaceable role in safeguarding national resilience, energy security, and the country’s economic strength.
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Senior lawmaker:
Oil Ministry’s performance during 12-day imposed war was highly effective
SHANA (Tehran) – A member of Iran’s Parliament presiding board said the Oil Ministry’s performance during the 12-day imposed war was highly effective, adding that the management of energy distribution—particularly gasoline—was commendable due to proper planning and precise execution.
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Oil minister’s message after president’s visit:
Oil industry unity is key to overcoming crises
SHANA (Tehran) – The oil minister said the president’s visit to the Oil Ministry boosted the morale of petroleum industry workers. In a message, he thanked employees for their efforts during the days of the Zionist regime’s aggression, calling the solidarity of the oil industry’s workforce the key to overcoming crises.
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President praises oil industry staff, calls them 'Frontline warriors'
SHANA (Tehran) – In a message acknowledging the resilience and tireless efforts of oil industry workers during the days of the Zionist aggression, the president said the employees of this sector were frontline warriors who, under the most challenging conditions, courageously and dutifully fulfilled their mission of securing the country’s energy supply.
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Fuel supply held steady in war: Minister
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad welcomed and thanked the president for his unannounced visit to the Oil Ministry on Sunday, calling it a morale booster for petroleum industry employees. He stated that during the 12-day war, the oil industry remained resilient and ensured uninterrupted fuel supply across the country.
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President Pezeshkian visits Oil Ministry
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian made an unannounced visit to the Oil Ministry on July 13, 2025 where he met with Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and senior officials.
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Oil Ministry praised for key role in 12-day war effort
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian made an unannounced visit to the Oil Ministry on Sunday, praising the round-the-clock efforts of oil industry workers during the 12-day war.
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Pezeshkian lauds Oil Ministry’s crisis management during 12-day war
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian made an unannounced visit to the Oil Ministry on Sunday where he met with Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and senior officials.
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MP praises Oil Ministry’s efforts during 12-day war
SHANA (Tehran) – A member of Parliament’s Energy Committee praised the Oil Ministry’s efforts during the 12-day war imposed by the Zionist regime, saying the ministry—from the minister to managers, deputies, and hardworking employees—acted selflessly.