Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association RSS Feedhttps://www.opex.ir10/15/2026 2:49:13 AM Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association All Rights Reserved.RSS Generatorinfo@opex.ir (Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association ) info@opex.ir (Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association ) 60https://www.opex.ir/en/news/49202/Bidboland-completes-major-maintenance-ahead-of-winter00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000c032Bidboland Gas Refinery has completed its overhaul operations to ensure a stable energy supply during the cold months, with efficiency measures helping cut carbon dioxide emissions by 1,000 metric tons, its managing director said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:15:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49170/Iran-s-oil-industry-passes-a-test-of-resilience00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000c012Rebuilding damage, restoring lost capacity and emerging with pride from a test of resilience are now defining features of Iran's oil industry. They stem from deep political and social change in Iranian society over more than four decades.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:52:19 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49169/Acting-oil-minister-tours-Pars-Energy-Zone-to-assess-war-damage-repairs00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000c011Caretaker oil minister is visiting the Pars Special Economic Energy Zone to review reconstruction of facilities damaged during the Third Imposed War, aiming to speed the return of lost capacity to production and ensure a stable national gas supply ahead of winter.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:50:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49128/NIGC-says-winter-plans-ready-urges-cuts-in-consumption00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bfe8The head of the National Iranian Gas Company said overhaul work has been completed and contingency plans are in place to keep the country's gas network stable through the cold months, though several provinces are expected to face supply stress.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:51:34 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49074/Bovard-introduced-as-caretaker-oil-minister00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bfb2Hamid Bovard was formally introduced as caretaker oil minister in a ceremony attended by First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:37:57 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49073/Gov-t-oil-industry-synergy-needed-to-overcome-challenges00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bfb1Acting Oil Minister Hamid Bovard emphasized the need for closer coordination between the government and the oil industry, saying joint efforts to remove obstacles and strengthen cooperation across all sectors could help the country overcome difficult conditions and keep the oil industry moving forward.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:36:25 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49050/Oil-Ministry-to-maintain-production-development-drive00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf9aCaretaker oil minister, Hamid Bovard, said Monday that the oil industry’s production and development programs will continue vigorously through unity and cooperation, in line with the 14th administration’s policy of consensus.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:24:51 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/49049/Bovard-s-35-year-career-in-Iran-s-oil-industry00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf99Hamid Bovard, a veteran Iranian oil industry executive with more than 35 years of operational and managerial experience, was appointed caretaker oil minister Sunday by President Masoud Pezeshkian after the resignation of Mohsen Paknejad was accepted.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:23:25 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48996/Iran-Azerbaijan-to-advance-energy-cooperation-via-joint-working-groups00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf64Oil Minister announced that Tehran and Baku are reviewing existing capacities to expand energy cooperation and will follow up on agreed areas through joint working groups.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:14:05 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48974/POGC-completes-first-stage-of-South-Pars-Phase-11-development00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf4eThe head of Pars Oil and Gas Company said the first stage of South Pars Phase 11 development has been completed, with output from the border section of the shared field reaching 1 billion cubic feet per day, or about 28 million cubic meters.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:21:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48973/Tehran-Moscow-discuss-ways-to-speed-up-economic-deals00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf4dIran and Russia have proposed bilateral solutions to remove obstacles and speed up the implementation of agreements reached by their joint economic commission, Iran's oil minister said Tuesday.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:20:29 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48952/IOTC-Kharg-exports-rose-10-despite-war-attacks00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf38The managing director of the Iranian Oil Terminals Company said that despite extensive attacks on the Kharg oil terminal during the third imposed war, average oil exports from the terminal rose about 10% compared with before the war, and exports continued without interruption.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:58:16 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48951/NPC-60-of-war-lost-capacity-restored00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bf37The managing director of the National Petrochemical Company said 60% of the industry's capacity lost in the third imposed war has returned to production.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:33:28 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48890/Pezeshkian-calls-for-stronger-Iran-Pakistan-economic-energy-ties00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000befaPresident Masoud Pezeshkian said Monday that Iran and Pakistan can meet many of their needs by relying on domestic and regional capabilities, stressing the importance of deeper economic and energy cooperation between the two countries.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:41:58 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48889/Winter-fuel-plans-include-boosted-liquid-fuel-reserves-for-power-plants00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bef9Oil minister said Tuesday that plans to secure winter fuel supplies include storing liquid fuel at power plants and increasing gas oil reserves for industries, aiming to prevent service disruptions during peak gas consumption periods.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:40:15 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48865/About-OPEX00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bee1Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:33:57 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48827/Offshore-valve-shop-speeds-South-Pars-platform-repairs00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bebbPars Oil and Gas Company has set up a specialized valve-repair workshop at sea, cutting the time South Pars gas platforms spend offline for overhauls and returning them to production faster, a company executive said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:14:32 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48826/NIOC-bets-on-brainpower-to-pump-more-oil00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bebaSince the start of the 14th administration, the National Iranian Oil Company has pursued a strategy of tying research directly to production problems, signing contracts aimed at fixing specific challenges in the field, raising recovery rates, digitizing operations and developing domestic technology.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:13:30 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48825/Online-taxis-nationwide-eligible-for-free-dual-fuel-kits00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000beb9Owners of high-mileage cars working on ride-hailing platforms anywhere in Iran can now sign up to have their vehicles converted free of charge to run on both gasoline and compressed natural gas, an official at the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:11:42 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48812/PUT-plans-center-to-tackle-oil-production-challenges00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000beacThe Petroleum University of Technology plans to establish a specialized center at its Ahvaz Faculty of Petroleum to diagnose and address recurring technical challenges in oil production, university President Mohammadreza Khosravi-Nikou said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:01:27 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48811/IPS-deal-targets-55-Azadegan-wells00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000beabA 24-month Integrated Production Services (IPS) contract covering 55 wells at Iran’s Azadegan oil field has been signed to boost and stabilize crude oil production.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:14 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48783/Oil-Ministry-moves-to-de-risk-low-yield-well-revival00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be8fThe Oil Technology and Innovation Park is revising the financial and operational framework for contracts to revive low-yield oil wells, with increased government support aimed at reducing risks for technology-based companies and improving access to well data.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 19 Sep 2026 12:51:07 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48782/CNG-revival-targets-gasoline-imbalance00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be8eIran is reviving compressed natural gas (CNG) as a key strategy to curb the rapid growth in gasoline consumption, building on more than $3 billion in investment, 2,500 CNG stations and daily supply capacity of 40 million cubic meters, as well as a program offering free conversion of gasoline-powered private vehicles to dual-fuel models.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 19 Sep 2026 12:49:37 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48765/The-AI-Power-Crisis-Is-Creating-a-Massive-New-Market-for-Fuel-Cells00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be7dIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:53:20 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48764/Is-Germany-looking-again-at-coal-powered-electricity00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be7cIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48763/How-smarter-video-security-protects-offshore-energy-assets00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be7bIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:48:54 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48762/655-million-people-still-living-without-electricity00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be7aIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:46:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48728/OPEC-at-66-From-Baghdad-to-the-heart-of-the-global-oil-market00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be58Sixty-six years ago, in September 1960, five oil-producing nations—Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela—gathered in Baghdad and established the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). Since then, OPEC has become one of the most influential players in the global energy market.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:22:00 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48727/OPEC-From-quotas-to-managing-the-future-oil-market00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be57As the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) marks the beginning of its 66th anniversary, one fact is clearer than ever: Without stable, predictable and responsible management of the global oil market, economic growth and social welfare are exposed to serious instability. A lack of predictability and stability would have far-reaching consequences for global oil and energy markets and, ultimately, the international economy.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48687/South-Pars-adjusts-production-development-plans-after-war00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be2fThe head of oil and gas engineering at Pars Oil and Gas Company said the company has reviewed and restructured production, maintenance and development plans for the South Pars gas field to reflect constraints and conditions following the war.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:19:57 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48686/700-oil-wells-brought-back-to-life00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be2eThe revival of more than 700 shut-in and low-producing oil wells, the engagement of 76 technology companies, the receipt of 189 technical proposals and 381.227 billion rials in investment in technology projects are among the key achievements of the Oil Industry Technology and Innovation Park during the first two years of the 14th administration.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:18:44 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48642/Emergency-fuel-card-rates-revise-in-Iran-as-standard-gasoline-quotas-hold-steady00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be02Iran began enforcing a revised gasoline pricing plan Tuesday, changing rates charged through emergency station cards while leaving standard fuel quotas unchanged.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:28:13 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48641/SP-Phase-11-overhaul-accelerates-as-Iran-pushes-for-peak-gas-output00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000be01Oil minister said reconstruction work on Phase 11 of the South Pars gas field has picked up speed, part of a broader push to boost the country's natural gas production and supply over the past two years.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:26:34 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48624/North-Pars-gas-field-development-advances-with-key-milestones00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdf0Iran’s North Pars gas field development entered a new phase during the first two years of the 14th administration, from August 2024 to August 2026, as engineering studies concluded, contract packages were finalized and work began on the first offshore structure.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:36:07 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48623/NIORDC-First-two-gasoline-quotas-cover-85-of-public-demand00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdefThe CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company has stated that the government’s fuel pricing policies are gradual and flexible. He confirmed that the first and second gasoline quotas together meet the needs of 85% of the population, and their rates will remain unchanged.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:35:06 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48580/NISOC-plans-production-surge00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdc4The National Iranian Oil Company is developing a comprehensive plan to boost production at the National Iranian South Oilfields Company, with a focus on field development and accelerating projects aimed at increasing output, the NIOC chief said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:56:51 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48579/500m-secured-to-modernize-Iran-s-oil-export-infrastructure00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdc3The National Iranian Oil Terminals Company has secured €500 million in funding for priority projects aimed at restoring out-of-service capacity, strengthening infrastructure and enhancing the operational capabilities of the country’s oil terminals, its CEO said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:55:35 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48556/Diesel-stocks-strengthen-power-plant-fuel-security00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdacMohammad-Sadeq Azimifar, CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Refining and Distribution Company, said the country’s diesel reserves for power plants have risen to 3.2 billion liters, providing an important buffer for fuel supplies during the colder months and helping offset reduced access to natural gas during peak demand.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:18:20 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48555/From-flaring-to-value-Iran-draws-private-investment00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bdabGas that for years was burned off at oil fields is increasingly being turned into an investment opportunity in Iran’s oil industry. The National Iranian Oil Co. has signed 23 contracts with private and non-governmental investors to collect associated and flare gas, paving the way for the shutdown of 57 flares in Khuzestan province.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:16:26 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48537/Gas-storage-capacity-hits-3-16-bcm00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bd99Iran’s underground natural gas storage capacity increased to 3.16 billion cubic meters under the 14th administration, strengthening the country’s ability to stabilize the gas network and manage demand during peak consumption periods.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:26:20 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48536/Keeping-Iran-s-energy-lifeline-alive00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bd98As President Masoud Pezeshkian’s 14th administration marks its second year, Iran’s oil and gas industry has faced war twice — first during the 12-day war and later in the third imposed war.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:24:16 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48535/Gas-sector-accelerates-recovery-efficiency-drive00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bd97The managing director of the National Iranian Gas Company said 7,924 gas facilities were damaged during the third imposed war, temporarily taking 230 million cubic meters per day of the country’s gas production capacity offline — about one-third of total capacity at the time.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:22:38 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48457/New-discovered-gas-reserve-valued-at-45b00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bd49The newly discovered Takht-e gas field in southern province of Fars has an estimated economic value of about $45 billion, an Oil Ministry official said, calling it one of the country’s most significant gas discoveries in the past two decades.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:37:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48456/Paknejad-Oil-workforce-shows-resilience00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bd48Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, in a message marking Government Week and Employee Day, praised the around-the-clock efforts of the country’s oil industry workers, saying their dedication and sense of responsibility ensured that oil production, transmission and energy and fuel supplies continued without interruption despite unprecedented pressures.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:36:10 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48369/Gas-savings-on-the-path-to-energy-commercialization00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bcf1The issuance of the first certificate for saving 5 million cubic meters of natural gas marks a major operational step toward commercializing energy savings and developing a gas-efficiency market under contracts with energy service companies.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:59:22 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48306/NIOC-Oil-spills-unlinked-to-Iran-s-facilities00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bcb2The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company dismissed social media reports linking oil pollution and slicks in the sea near Qeshm Island to Iran’s oil facilities, saying the company has only limited facilities in the area and they are currently shut down for maintenance.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:30:16 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48305/Tehran-Dushanbe-after-long-term-fuel-deal00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bcb1Iran and Tajikistan agreed to explore a framework for exporting Iran’s surplus petroleum products and supplying crude oil needed by Tajikistan’s refineries, Iran’s oil minister said Saturday.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:29:22 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48304/Tajikistan-plans-to-boost-oil-imports-from-Iran00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bcb0Tajikistan plans to expand infrastructure and logistics capacity to increase the volume of crude oil and petroleum products transported between Iran and Tajikistan, the country’s transport minister said Saturday.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:28:02 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48255/NISOC-sets-record-for-downhole-pump-installation00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bc7fThe CEO of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company said 13 downhole pumps were installed during the first four months of the current year, with plans to install 40 by year-end.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:48:15 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48164/South-Pars-Phase-11-set-to-reach-full-output-in-two-months00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bc24South Pars Phase 11, the final development phase of the world's largest natural gas field, is expected to reach its first production milestone within two months, according to the project's executive.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:49:32 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48145/Paknejad-urges-continued-oversight-of-refinery-reconstruction-pension-fund-reform00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bc11Oil minister praised the oil industry's efforts to rebuild refineries damaged during the war and stressed the need for continued project management meetings and regular progress reporting.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:51:01 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48088/Operator-projects-set-to-save-nearly-1bcm-of-gas-annually00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bbd8The CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), Saeid Tavakoli, announced that projects implemented by Operator companies are expected to save approximately 980 million cubic meters of natural gas annually.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:20:17 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48066/Why-is-the-IEA-questioning-the-reliability-of-Persian-Gulf-producers00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bbc2In an interview with the newspaper, The National, on July 8, 2026, when talking about the Strait of Hormuz situation, Dr Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said that PersianGulf oil exporters “need to regain their reputation as reliable exporters.”Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:53:42 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48033/Oil-industry-prioritizes-high-impact-social-responsibility-projects00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bba1Iran’s oil industry is prioritizing high-impact social responsibility projects that deliver lasting benefits to local communities, according to Babak Darabi, director of supervision over development projects in oil-producing regions at the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:14:26 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48032/Iran-launches-free-CNG-campaign-to-cut-gasoline-use00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bba0The National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) launched a nationwide campaign offering free compressed natural gas (CNG) beginning July 23, with the voluntary participation of more than 1,000 CNG fueling stations across the country.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:13:12 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48031/Public-cooperation-CNG-key-to-fuel-supply-stability00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb9fPublic cooperation in reducing fuel consumption and greater use of compressed natural gas (CNG) will be essential to maintaining stable gasoline supplies during the peak travel months of Mordad and Shahrivar (August and September), despite damage to parts of Iran's energy infrastructure during the recent US-Israeli attacks, the head of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution and Refining Company (NIOPDC) said Saturday.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:12:26 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/48014/Iran-launches-energy-saving-drive-starting-with-gov-t-agencies00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb8eIran's government has begun reducing energy consumption within its own executive bodies, President Masoud Pezeshkian said Wednesday, ordering ministries and other state bodies to cut waste and improve energy efficiency.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:11:21 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47995/Oil-workers-sustain-production-despite-recent-crisis-Deputy-minister00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb7bAhmad Zera’atkar, deputy oil minister for planning, praised oil industry workers for maintaining uninterrupted crude and gas production during recent difficult conditions, crediting their dedication and around-the-clock effort.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:11:51 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47994/NIOPDC-allocates-6m-liters-of-diesel-for-Arbaeen-transport-fleet00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb7aThe National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) has allocated about 6 million liters of diesel fuel to support buses and trucks transporting Arbaeen pilgrims and related cargo, a senior company official said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:09:37 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47971/New-human-capital-research-to-shape-oil-industry-workforce00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb63New, comprehensive research on human capital in oil industry is being launched as part of an initiative championed by the oil minister to leverage the expertise of leading industry specialists, the head of the Institute for International Energy Studies said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:29:14 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47970/Iran-to-restore-100-mcm-of-gas-output-within-months00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bb62Iran expects to restore 100 million cubic meters of gas production capacity within the next few months, according to Mohammad-Jafar Ghaempanah, the president's executive deputy.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:27:53 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47864/South-Iran-power-grid-reliability-boosted00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000baf8The CEO of Pars Oil and Gas Company has announced the completion and commissioning of the third steam unit at the South Pars Besat Combined Cycle Power Plant, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the reliability of southern Iran's electricity grid.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:59:53 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47821/NIOC-appoints-caretaker-of-NICO00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000bacdThe CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company appointed Ali-Akbar Pour-Ebrahim as the caretaker of the National Iranian Oil Company Trading (NICO).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:55:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47820/New-energy-plan-rewards-consumers-for-cutting-fuel-use00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000baccThe head of the Energy Optimization and Strategic Management Organization announced that the government is shifting its fuel consumption policy from price increases to a consumer incentive system.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:54:53 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47746/NPC-outgoing-CEO-honored-interim-chief-named00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000ba82On the sidelines of the Oil Ministry's Deputy Ministers Council meeting on Monday, a ceremony was held to honor the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) outgoing CEO and introduce the company's interim chief.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:21:12 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47710/New-pipeline-strengthens-Iran-s-crude-oil-network00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000ba5eThe newly commissioned Sabzab–Tang-e Fanni–Shazand sour crude oil pipeline marks a significant step in strengthening Iran's crude oil transportation infrastructure, providing a more reliable supply of feedstock to the Shazand refinery while showcasing the country's domestic engineering capabilities.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:42:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47709/Multilateral-diplomacy-through-BRICS00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000ba5dOil Minister Mohsen Paknejad's visit to India was about far more than attending the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting. His agenda—ranging from bilateral talks with Indian officials and participation in the inauguration of the BRICS Centre of Excellence for Digital Technologies to presenting Iran's proposals on energy security and discussing investment in Iran's oil industry—underscored Tehran and New Delhi's efforts to chart a new roadmap for cooperation built on shared interests and centuries of historical ties.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:39:45 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47634/Iran-s-oil-industry-in-the-post-agreement-era00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000ba12With the signing of the agreement between Iran and the United States, and under the guidance and strategic vision outlined by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Iran is entering a new era of work, development and progress while remaining vigilant against the designs of its adversaries. The reality is that Iran’s oil industry learned and practiced self-reliance through the teachings of the late founder of the Islamic Republic, relying on domestic expertise, innovation and the capabilities of Iranian professionals. Today, the Leader of the Revolution has once again emphasized that same belief and approach.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:07:17 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47602/Oil-Ministry-targets-major-cut-in-gas-flaring00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b9f2Iran aims to significantly reduce gas flaring and increase the recovery of associated petroleum gas, with officials targeting the collection of up to 35 million cubic meters per day by the end of the current administration, according to the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:23:19 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47601/ICOFC-unveils-fast-track-gas-production-plan00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b9f1Iran Central Oil Fields Company (ICOFC) unveiled a fast-track roadmap to boost natural gas production, aiming to offset part of the decline in processing capacity and output from the South Pars gas field.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:22:20 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47555/NISOC-to-boost-processing-capacity-crude-output00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b9c3Iran’s largest oil producer plans to increase its processing capacity and crude oil output by the end of the year as development projects continue despite wartime challenges, according to the chief executive of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company (NISOC).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47524/New-well-lifts-South-Pars-Phase-11-output00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b9a4A new production well has been brought online at Phase 11 of the South Pars gas field, boosting output from the project to more than 26 million cubic meters of rich gas per day, according to the head of Pars Oil and Gas Company.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:42:27 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47523/Gas-artery-nears-completion00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b9a3A strategic new natural gas pipeline in northwestern Iran is nearing completion after overcoming major technical, operational and legal challenges, with commissioning scheduled by late November, according to the head of the National Iranian Gas Engineering and Development Company.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:40:44 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47503/Soaring-AI-demand-spurs-roll-out-of-long-duration-energy-storage00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b98fIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:17:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47502/Inside-the-Race-to-Control-the-World-s-Lithium-Supply00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b98eIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:15:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47501/Gulf-oil-gas-exporters-grapple-with-losses-from-closed-Strait00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b98dIranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:13:56 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47495/ADNOC-ACCELERATES-GLOBAL-EXPANSION-STRATEGY-THROUGH-STRATEGIC-MERGERS00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b987Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:51:53 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47472/Petchem-plants-to-be-rebuilt-with-advanced-technologies00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b970The head of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said the company will support petrochemical holdings and firms affected by the recent conflict and emphasized that damaged facilities should be rebuilt and brought back into operation using advanced technologies.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:14:55 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47471/Petrochemical-supply-up-as-market-stability-holds00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b96fThe supply of petrochemical products to Iran’s downstream industries is improving, with higher product availability and continued price stability helping the market move toward balance, according to a senior official at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:13:41 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47451/Marun-cuts-flaring-below-600000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b95bMore than 94% of flare gas has been captured at Marun Oil and Gas Company following a series of operational improvements and infrastructure projects, the company’s CEO said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:17:42 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47450/Fuel-savings-to-support-public-welfare00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b95aOil minister said the government is reviewing a package of fuel demand-management measures aimed at reducing gasoline consumption and imports, with any savings potentially redirected toward improving people’s livelihoods.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:16:41 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47406/Russia-offers-support-for-Iran-energy-rebuild00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b92eRussia has expressed readiness to help compensate for damages and rebuild Iran’s energy infrastructure following losses incurred during the third imposed war, a senior Iranian energy official said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:46:38 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47405/Clean-energy-cuts-fuel-use-by-1-5b-liters00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b92dIran has saved more than 1.51 billion liters of fuel this year (since March 21) through the expansion of renewable energy projects and increased output from hydropower plants, a senior Energy Ministry official said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:45:30 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47404/Gas-network-supplies-up-to-70-of-Iran-s-energy-needs00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b92cNational gas network now supplies an estimated 60% to 70% of Iran’s energy demand, while gas service coverage has reached about 96% of the population, according to a senior official at the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC).Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:41:18 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47382/Boiler-retrofit-program-delivers-record-gas-savings00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b916The National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) reported cumulative natural gas savings of 739.7 million cubic meters over the past five years through its nationwide boiler room optimization program, highlighting the growing impact of energy-efficiency measures across the country.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:37:03 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47380/NISOC-launches-three-environmental-projects00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b914The National Iranian South Oilfields Company (NISOC) launched three research projects aimed at reducing environmental pollution, managing contaminated soils and improving environmental performance across its operational areas, a company official said.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:34:05 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47357/SP-refineries-steering-committee-formed-to-accelerate-reconstruction00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b8fdThe Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) established a steering committee dedicated to the reconstruction of damaged South Pars refineries, aimed at safeguarding the nation’s strategic energy production capacity.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:30 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47353/Fajr-Jam-Refinery-begins-repairs-on-facility-damaged-in-12-Day-War00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b8f9Fajr Jam Gas Refining Company has launched reconstruction efforts for a major sweetening and cooling unit damaged during the recent 12-day war, according to company officials.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:54:57 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47263/Energy-consumption-reform-urgent-Lawmaker00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b89fThe head of the Parliament’s Joint Industries and Energy Committee said structural reforms in energy consumption are essential, warning that the current pattern of energy use and resource waste is no longer sustainable.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 30 May 2026 13:00:18 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47262/No-energy-price-hikes-planned00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b89eIran has no plans to increase energy prices, and instead will introduce an incentive-based system that rewards consumers for reducing energy use, according to Esmaeil Seqab-Esfahani, head of the Strategic Energy Management and Optimization Organization.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 30 May 2026 12:57:52 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47236/Oil-industry-defies-sanctions-war00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b884Oil minister marked the anniversary of the discovery of oil in Iran and the Middle East, saying the country’s oil industry has remained resilient through 118 years of sanctions and imposed wars, preventing any halt in production and exports.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:38 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47235/Gas-refinery-repairs-move-ahead-quickly00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b883The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company said reconstruction work at gas refineries damaged during the 40-day war is progressing steadily, with detailed planning already in place.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 26 May 2026 11:57:43 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47209/State-media-urged-to-promote-energy-saving-culture00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b869President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday that Iran faces serious challenges if it fails to improve resource management and reform consumption patterns, stressing that state media can play a key role in promoting a culture of energy conservation.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 25 May 2026 12:05:35 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47208/Lawmakers-briefed-on-oil-sector-developments00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b868Members of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee met with Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad on Monday to discuss the latest developments in the country’s oil industry, particularly conditions following the third imposed war.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 25 May 2026 11:58:05 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47182/Energy-certificates-seen-as-key-to-solving-gas-imbalance00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b84eOfficials at the National Iranian Gas Company say energy-saving certificates traded on Iran’s Energy Exchange could become a strategic tool for easing the country’s recurring gas imbalance while attracting private investment into energy optimization projects.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 24 May 2026 12:50:47 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47181/Smart-contracts-public-participation-key-to-tackling-energy-imbalance00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b84dThe CEO of National Iranian Gas Company said Iran is relying on 77 strategic contracts with energy service companies and public cooperation to address the country’s energy consumption imbalance through smart technologies and efficiency measures.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sun, 24 May 2026 12:48:48 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47162/Iran-s-minister-says-sustainable-food-security-is-expanding-in-region00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b83aPresident Masoud Pezeshkian, while appreciating the efforts of Iranian oil industry employees in maintaining uninterrupted fuel supplies and production under recent critical circumstances, has tasked the Ministry of Petroleum with two strategic missions: the optimal management of energy and petrochemicals.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Sat, 23 May 2026 13:11:12 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47128/Lawmaker-calls-for-resistance-economy-in-energy-sector00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b818The head of the Parliament’s Economic Committee stressed the need to reduce gasoline consumption, saying current conditions require the implementation of a resistance economy model across multiple sectors, including fuel and energy.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 19 May 2026 13:02:19 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47127/Oil-industry-workers-prevented-halt-to-national-economy00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b817President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran’s oil and petrochemical industry workers prevented the country’s production cycle and national economy from grinding to a halt through courage and self-sacrifice.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:50 GMThttps://www.opex.ir/en/news/47110/Energy-consumption-control-essential-Pezeshkian-says00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000b806Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country must adopt responsible energy consumption patterns, warning that excessive use of electricity and gas could lead to serious challenges during both summer and winter.Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical products exports' association - news1Mon, 18 May 2026 12:28:12 GMT