The Iran war, now stretching into its third week with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed since early March 2026, has delivered the largest oil supply disruption in history. Gulf producers have slashed output by at least 10 million barrels per day (mb/d), but the global shortfall is “only” 8–10 mb/d thanks to pre-positioned floating […]
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The ongoing conflict involving Iran has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, marking what experts describe as the largest oil supply disruption in history. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed to most commercial shipping since late February 2026, approximately 20 million barrels per day (mb/d) of oil and petroleum products—representing about 20% of global […]
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By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat Channel In a dramatic response to escalating tensions in the Middle East, China has ordered its major oil refiners to suspend exports of key refined fuels, including diesel and gasoline. This move comes amid severe disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit that […]
Continue ReadingThe Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, remains one of the world\’s most vital energy arteries. In 2024, approximately 20 million barrels per day (b/d) of crude oil, condensate, and petroleum products transited this chokepoint, representing about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption. Additionally, around one-fifth […]
Continue ReadingAs the energy landscape evolves, Canada\’s oil sands sector is buzzing with anticipation. Following a whirlwind 2025 marked by record production, infrastructure expansions, and shifting global demands, industry analysts predict a wave of mega-mergers in 2026. With smaller acquisition targets dwindling after a busy year of deals, larger players are eyeing consolidations to boost efficiency, […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold escalation of its long-range drone campaign, Ukraine has claimed responsibility for a strike on Rosneft\’s Syzran oil refinery in Russia\’s Samara region. The attack, which occurred overnight on December 27, 2025, marks the latest in a series of targeted operations aimed at disrupting Russia\’s energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian military […]
Continue ReadingEnergy Security starts at home, and Energy Dominance starts with exporting services and energy. We are seeing the world start to wake up to energy security. The levels of natural gas supply vs. imports is a real question for planners. The question is: why take down perfectly good coal plants when China and India will […]
Continue ReadingIn a landscape dominated by headlines about renewable energy and the push toward net zero emissions, a new report from Wood Mackenzie delivers a sobering reminder: global oil demand is far from fading. According to the consultancy\’s Energy Transition Outlook 2025-2026, released in late October 2025, oil demand won\’t peak until 2032—two years later than […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This article from Irina Slav on Oilprice.com is excellent, and we will cover this on our daily standup podcast. OPEC+ has agreed to modest monthly production boosts, keeping oil prices range-bound around $65 per barrel, which benefits consumer countries like the US but creates challenges for producer nations. Saudi Arabia\’s strategy of […]
Continue ReadingIn a stark warning amid escalating geopolitical tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin has cautioned that global oil prices could surge beyond $100 per barrel if Russian crude supplies are cut off from international markets. Speaking on the sidelines of recent discussions, Putin emphasized that the absence of Russia\’s oil would disrupt the global energy system, […]
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