oil
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Aghajari Oil and Gas Production Company shines in boosting Iran’s crude production
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) stated that Aghajari Oil and Gas Production Company has excelled in increasing oil production during the 14th administration.
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65 oil, gas fields discovered in 45 years
SHANA (Tehran) - Iran sits atop the world’s largest oil and gas reserves combined, amounting to 1,200 billion barrels of oil equivalent (boe).
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Oil 2024, Quick Review
SHANA (Tehran) – The world oil market did not experience much volatility in 2024. North Sea Brent traded between $83 and $85 a barrel in the 1H2024, which was weakened to even $71 a barrel during the third and fourth quarters due to lower demand.
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Iran Stays OPEC 3rd Producer in Dec. 2024
SHANA (Tehran) - Iran maintained its position as the third largest producer of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) last December, supplying 3.314 mb/d of oil, OPEC said in a report.
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Iran’s heavy crude oil prices surge in January, OPEC reports
SHANA (Tehran) – According to the latest monthly report from OPEC, Iran’s heavy crude oil prices rose significantly in January, increasing by $6.65, or 9.1%, compared to December, 2024.
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From the perspective of managers:
Opportunities and challenges during 46 years of Iranian oil industry (Part Three)
SHANA (Tehran) – The development of South Pars and the oilfields of West Karoun, the capabilities of Iranian exploration and production companies, the factual nationalization of the oil industry, the fostering of self-reliance and independence, and more are among the most significant achievements of this industry over the 46 years since the Islamic Revolution in Iran.
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Iran increases oil, gas production despite sanctions: NIOC
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) stated that despite international challenges and sanctions, Iran has managed to increase its oil and gas production.
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Long strides in oil industry: from exploration to production
SHANA (Tehran) – Following the Islamic Revolution, Iran's vast oil industry has achieved remarkable milestones by relying on domestic capabilities and indigenous expertise. Today, Iran's oil and gas sector stands as a symbol of self-sufficiency, independence, and national progress, with Iranian specialists and engineers making significant strides across various stages of the industry, from exploration to production.
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From the perspective of managers:
Opportunities and challenges during 46 years of Iranian oil industry (Part Two)
SHANA (Tehran) – The development of South Pars and the oilfields of West Karoun, the capabilities of Iranian exploration and production companies, the factual nationalization of the oil industry, the fostering of self-reliance and independence, and more are among the most significant achievements of this industry over the 46 years since the Islamic Revolution in Iran.
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Hemmati highlights economic significance of lifting Iran's oil sanctions
SHANA (Tehran) – The minister of economic affairs and finance posted on social media platform X that lifting Iran's oil sanctions now holds greater economic importance than ever before.
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NIOC boosts gas, oil production capacity
SHANA (Tehran) – Following the inauguration of the 14th administration in Iran, the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) has taken significant steps to address gas shortages, increase oil production, and develop infrastructure in the oil industry.
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From the perspective of managers:
Opportunities and challenges during 46 years of Iranian oil industry (Part One)
SHANA (Tehran) – The development of South Pars and the oilfields of West Karoun, the capabilities of Iranian exploration and production companies, the factual nationalization of the oil industry, the fostering of self-reliance and independence, and more are among the most significant achievements of this industry over the 46 years since the Islamic Revolution in Iran.
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Oil production to increase by 10,000 bpd with development of three oilfields
SHANA (Tehran) – The development plan for three oilfields namely Soumar, Saman, and Delavaran in western Iran officially began on Saturday in the attendance of the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC).
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Oil minister:
Crude production projected to reach 4.6 mbd by 2028
SHANA (Tehran) – The oil minister stated that, according to the Seventh Development Plan (2024-28), Iran’s crude oil production is expected to reach approximately 4.6 million barrels per day (mbd) by 2028, with the southern oil-rich regions bearing the primary responsibility for this increase.
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Minister: Ahvaz Desalination Plant Phase 2 boosts daily crude output
SHANA (Tehran) – The oil minister, in a live televised address, announced the launch of the second phase of the Ahvaz desalination plant under the directive of the president, stating that the project will increase daily crude oil production by more than 40,000 barrels by the end of the year (March 20).
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Second phase of Ahvaz oil desalination plant set for inauguration
SHANA (Tehran) – The second phase of the Ahvaz Central Desalination Plant will be inaugurated during the president’s visit to Khuzestan province, with the oil minister in attendance.
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Meeting held for development plan of three oilfields
SHANA (Tehran) – The 25th meeting of the Joint Management Committee (JMC) for the development plan of the Cheshmeh Khosh, Dalpari, and Paydar-e Sharq oilfields was held Monday in Tehran.
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Panel disscusion on mutual influence between Iran’s foreign policy and oil industry
SHANA (Tehran) – A panel disscusion to review the historical context and future outlook of the mutual impacts of Iran’s foreign policy and oil industry was held on January 18, 2025 in Tehran. The event was attended by several former executives of the National Iranian Oil Company.
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IOTC:
Iran’s crude exports unstoppable
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Iranian Oil Terminals Company (IOTC) stated that oil exports, as the cornerstone of economic development, continue uninterrupted thanks to the dedicated efforts of employees across all operational regions.
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NISOC increases crude oil production
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Engineering and Development Department of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) announced the use of downhole pumps to boost and maintain production from low-pressure wells.
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High-quality supplies essential for joint oilfield projects: PEDEC
SHANA (Tehran) – The procurement and logistics manager of the Petroleum Engineering and Development Company (PEDEC) emphasized the importance of securing high-quality supplies for strategic projects in shared oilfields as quickly as possible.
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NIOC to accelerate hydrocarbon discovery operations
SHANA (Tehran) – Mohyeddin Jafari, head of Exploration Department at the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC), emphasized the need to improve the execution of drilling projects, stating that the discovery of hydrocarbon resources will accelerate as obstacles are removed and new onshore and offshore rigs are added to the exploration fleet.
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Pilot water injection project aims boosting oil extraction
SHANA (Tehran) – Farokh Naseri-Karimvand, technical director of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC), announced that a pilot water injection project could significantly increase recoverable oil reserves in southern oil-rich regions by more than 5 billion barrels if successful.
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NISOC:
Crude production of 5 mbd possible
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) said achieving a crude production capacity of 5 million barrels per day (mbd) is not out of reach, though it may be delayed due to global shifts away from fossil fuels.
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15th Khuzestan oil expo opens in Ahvaz
SHANA (Tehran) – The 15th Khuzestan Specialized Exhibition of Petroleum Industry, Equipment, Manufacturing opened on January 11, 2025 in Ahvaz, with the attendance of Hamid Bovard, CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company, and several oil industry executives.
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AOGPC increases oil output by 40,000 bpd
SHANA (Tehran) –The CEO of Aghajari Oil and Gas Production Company (AOGPC) announced that the company’s daily oil output has increased by 40,000 barrels over the past four months.
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Overhaul completed at Shazand Oil Refinery
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Region 5 of the Imam Khomeini Oil Refinery of Shazand announced that an overhaul of the refinery has been completed using domestic capacities, local equipment, and Iranian experts.
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Target set for 4.5m barrels of oil production by end of Seventh Development Plan
SHANA (Tehran) – A member of the Iranian Parliament’s presiding board announced that the country aims to produce 4.5 million barrels of oil per day by the end of the Seventh Development Plan (2028).
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15th Khuzestan oil exhibition kicks off in Ahvaz
SHANA (Tehran) – The 15th Khuzestan Specialized Exhibition of Petroleum Industry, Equipment, Manufacturing opened in Ahvaz on Saturday.
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Iran's oil exports continue despite sanctions
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran's oil exports keep on despite the ongoing and intensifying US sanctions targeting the country's oil industry and speculation about a decline in Iran's oil exports is entirely unfounded.