The company's Iraq based unit announced a milestone as a "production record"
Iraqi Oil Minister Jabar al-Luaibi said last month that exporting oil from the Kirkuk fields to Iran would start before the end of January.
Iraq agreed a deal with U.S. energy company Orion on Monday to process natural gas extracted at its giant Nahr Bin Omar oilfield.
The field is being developed by Gazprom (30%), KOGAS (22.5%), Petronas (15%), TPAO (7.5%), Iraqi state-owned Oil Exploration Company (25%).
In an official statement form Egypt's state petroleum buyer, EGPC, Iraq has been contracted to provide 12 million barrels of Iraqi crude over 2018.
'Iraq’s Oil Minister and head of Iraq’s OPEC delegation, Ihsan Abdul Jabbar announced the government’s final investment decision to buy out Exxon'
'Iraq may end up as one of the biggest losers from cheap Russian barrels flowing to Asia with lukewarm demand for its key grades.'
'Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Jadidat Arar port and border-crossing between Iraq and Saudi Arabia '
'The average selling price for crude oil in April was 104.09 dollars per barrel, according to a ministry statement, citing statistics from the State Organization for Marketing of Oil'
'Bill Higgs did not receive the required 50% majority of votes in favour of reelection as a Director, he has agreed to step down as CEO of the Company with immediate effect.'
'The Ministry of Oil declared the total exports and revenues of last May, based on the initial statistic of Iraqi Oil Marketing Company (SOMO), '
'SOMO has approached French traders about the prospect of supplying Europe with crude oil.'
'Iraq is attempting to attract new and diverse investments in the oil and energy sector in an effort to enhance production and develop oil industry infrastructure.'
'Iraq seeks foreign investment as it aims to increase its oil output capacity to 5 million bpd by 2025.'
'Basra Oil Co. will buy Exxon Mobil Corp.’s stake in the West Qurna-1 oil field in southern Iraq, Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar told reporters on Sunday.'
'Iraq plans to establish a new oil company in the Kurdistan region.'
'The Iraqi Oil Minister discusses increasing oil exports through the Turkish port of Ceyhan in a meeting with the Turkish ambassador to Iraq.'
'Iraq averted three deals that would have expanded Chinese control of the country's oil fields.'
'The Iraqi Oil Minister confirms increased gas and renewable energy investment plans to reduce harmful emissions.'
'Iraq approves the development of a 750 MW solar power plant in Muthanna. Meanwhile, the Oil Ministry aims for 6 million bpd production by the end of 2027.'
'Iran will supply Iraq with 50 million m3/d of gas during the summer months as Baghdad begins repayment of debts in June.'
'Iraq moves crude supplies from its core customer base in Asia to refineries in Europe.'
'Iraq will enforce a court ruling to give federal authorities control of Kurdish production. Meanwhile, the Central Bank of Iraq allots USD 682 million for renewable energy.'
'Iraq's 2022 revenue is expected to surpass 150 billion US dollars.'
'OPEC was unable to boost oil output in April due to capacity issues.'
'The Iraqi delegation's visit to Iran ends positively as they reached an agreement to resume the Iranian gas supply to Iraq.'
'Iraq's federal oil exports rose to 4.2 percent month on month in April, amounting to 3.38 million bpd.'
'Iraq seeks moral support and technical aid rather than financial as it recovers from both the Covid-19 outbreak and the 2020 oil price crash.'
'Iranian Oil Minister stresses the importance of collaborating with Iraq, especially in the gas sector.'
'Iraqi Electricity Minister Adil Karim travels to Iran as a head of a delegation from Iraq's Ministry of Energy to discuss gas imports.'
'Iraq plans to sign a contract with Qatar to import LNG, replacing part of Iran's exports.'
'The Al Nasiriyah International Airport is the first project to be launched under the Iraq-China oil for projects agreement.'
'Iraq reiterates its commitment to the OPEC+ decision to increase output. Meanwhile, Iraq keeps its position in the Indian market even as Russian oil imports rise.'
'The Iraqi Oil Ministry clarified that the Jordan oil pipeline project is still under technical investigation and its future will be decided by the next government.'
'Iraq and Halliburton may complete a gas deal to dig wells in the Akkas gas field to boost output, capitalizing on rising energy prices.'
'Officials from Iraq's Oil Ministry and the KRG held the first round of talks regarding measures to manage the Kurdistan region's oil and gas industry.'
'The Iraqi oil ministry believes that the OPEC+ commitment to output targets helped absorb excess oil supply in the market.'
'A Chinese-funded project for the construction of schools in the Najaf Governorate has been launched under the oil-for-project agreement.'
'Iraq is developing new criteria to compute the KRG's share of oil exports. Meanwhile, procedures to connect Iraqi and Jordanian grids have begun.'
'SOMO data shows that Iraq's oil production fell far below its March quota under the OPEC+ deal.'
'Iraq's power minister described Iran's gas supplies as suitable and affordable, claiming that the country will need Iranian gas for years.'
'Iraq has exported a hundred million barrels of oil worth $11.07 billion, the highest since 1972.'
'Iraqi Kurdistan Prime Minister claims that the region has the capacity to supply at least half of Europe's oil shortfall as it aims to become a major gas exporter.'
'The Iraqi government tells Kurdistan to move its oil and gas operations to a new company, as per a document signed by Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar.'
'An agreement has been struck between Iraq and Jordan to extend the MOU in which Jordan imports Kirkuk crude.'
'Iraq announced its aim to expand gas and solar power development to embrace a lower-carbon energy future.'
'For the first time in Iraq's history, the country wants to shift its investment priority from oil to gas.'
'The UAE is willing to cooperate with Russia to improve global energy security.'
'A day after a UAE envoy suggested that the OPEC+ should increase output, the UAE reaffirms its support to the alliance's agreements.'
'Reports of long queues at outlets as areas in Iraq experience fuel shortages and closing of petrol stations, particularly in Baghdad and Nineveh.'
'Oil dipped below $100 a barrel as talks between Ukraine and Russia progressed, and China imposed a quarantine on an entire province due to Covid-19.'
'OPEC's second-largest producer denies the need for further oil output, stating that their crude exports are in pace with global consumption.'
'The Iraqi oil minister stated that long-term high oil prices may reduce demand and accelerate the switch to electric vehicles.'
'The United Arab Emirates urges fellow OPEC members to increase oil production as the Ukraine-Russia conflict pushes oil prices sky-high.'
'West Qurna-2 oil field is expected to be at full capacity within hours after returning from maintenance, effectively reviving 10% of Iraq's crude production.'
'Oil prices soared to 2008 record heights as the U.S. and Europe consider omitting Russian crude exports.'
'Iraqi oil grows in demand as China, India, and Europe seek alternatives to Russian crude.'
'Iraq's Kurdish region has rejected a verdict by Baghdad's Supreme Court ordering it to terminate its de facto independence in the oil sector.'
'Oil prices shoot past $110 per barrel as Russia's war in Ukraine disrupts global oil flows. Meanwhile, Russian shipments are being halted by buyers that refuse to accept the cargoes.'
'Iraq's February oil exports increased to 3.314 million bpd from 3.2 million in January. Oil prices soared as Russia invades Ukraine.'
'About a tenth of Iraq's oil production is halted due to maintenance and demonstrations, further affecting the world's limited supply.'
'Iraq is in talks with Halliburton to develop a gas field in the Anbar governorate to increase output and capitalize on rising prices.'
'Iraq and Nigeria along with several OPEC+ major producers do not want to deviate from the additional 400,000 bpd even as prices surge towards $100.'
'Negotiations are underway between Iraq, Aramco, and Halliburton for oil and gas developments in western Iraq.'
'OPEC's Arab contingent will stick to its current supply accord, with the UAE minister attributing recent crude heights to geopolitical factors.'
'The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) of Iraq has challenged a federal court verdict declaring its autonomous oil and gas law illegal.'
'Forza Petroleum acknowledges Iraq's ruling of the Kurdistan Regional Government Law No. 28 of 2007 as unconstitutional.'
'Iraqi Oil Ministry denies that its multi-billion-dollar deal with TotalEnergies is stalled and at risk of discarding.'
'Iraq seeks gas from one of the world's leading energy providers to overcome power shortages. Meanwhile, Basra Medium prices to Asia increased.'
'Concerns arise about possible nullifying of Iraq and Total's $27 billion agreement due to disputes about terms.'
'Iraq may be able to begin importing Qatari gas in a year to 15 months to reduce Iranian import reliance.'
'North Refineries Company set to work with Honeywell UOP to develop the Haditha refinery.'
'Iraq's electricity minister and Qatar's energy minister discuss the possibility of Qatar supplying gas to Iraq.'
'Water problems at Iraq's southern oil fields may obstruct the region's oil output.'
'Iraq is struggling to increase oil production due to several complications.'
'Iraqi oil exports fell 2% in January compared to December despite a higher OPEC+ quota.'
'Iraq's $27 billion contract with Total for the construction of 4 major energy projects will enter the "implementation phase" in 2022's first quarter.'
'Once the Khor al-Amaya terminal re-opens and local refiners' demands are met, SOMO may sell some spot cargoes for Basrah Light this year.'
'High oil demand urges Iraq to already plan for shipments in March, with January daily exports reaching 3.2 million bpd and increasing to 3.3 million in February.'
'Iraqi oil exports will remain stable this month and are expected to increase in February.'
'The Iraq-Turkey pipeline's brief halt fans supply concerns as prices settle near 7-year highs, possibly reaching $100 per barrel.'
'Crude oil flow via the Kirkuk-Ceyhan pipeline has been restored after an explosion near the pipeline in Kahramanmaras.'
'To meet its enhanced refining capacity, HPCL will procure 45% more oil from Iraq this year, about 3.2 million tons.'
'Honeywell has announced that the Lanaz Company in Iraq's Kurdistan region will upgrade to UOP technology to produce cleaner-burning transport fuels.'
'Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum's gas production in KRI increased by 50% compared to 2018, reaching a new record of 452 million cubic feet per day.'
'Iraq will now be able to boost exports by up to 250,000 bpd after finalizing its pumping stations at its Gulf ports.'
'Iraq has agreed to build an oil pipeline from Basra to Jordan's Red Sea port city of Aqaba.'
'Iraqi National Oil Company will purchase ExxonMobil's stake in West Qurna-1, one of the world's largest oilfields, with over 20 billion barrels of recoverable reserves.'
'The Iraqi National Company's takeover of ExxonMobil's share in the West Qurna-1 oil field has been approved by the Iraqi government.'
'The preliminary agreement for the Al-Faw Investment refinery has been signed in Baghdad.'
'Iraq exported 101.58 million barrels in December, raking in over $7 billion in profits.'
'Iraqi crude exports, excluding flows from Kurdistan, increased marginally In December despite a higher OPEC+ quota.'
'Iraq will reach a 3.3 million bpd average oil export rate by January, meanwhile, the Iraq Cabinet required the developers of the Al-Khairat power plant to provide smart meters.'
'Serbian oil and gas firm, Nis, agreed to purchase 1.02 billion euro worth of Kirkuk crude oil and is set to receive it between January and December of 2022.'
'Pakistan and Iraq are looking to enhance bilateral connections, notably in the oil and gas sectors as well as the volume of commerce.'
'Iraq and Syria discussed ways to better trade between the two countries.'
'A decrease in gas supplies from Iran has resulted in a roughly 3,400 MW power loss in Iraq, resulting in power disruptions that lead to violent protests.'
'Iraq has lofty plans to increase its output capacity to 8 million bpd by 2027 despite persistent political unrest and an unsure future for fossil fuels.'
'Exxon Mobil Corp. and Halliburton Co. are in talks about the former's offer to sell its stake in West Qurna-1, according to Iraq's energy minister.'
'Iraqi crude output along with flows from the Kurdistan region reached an 18-month high of 4.208 million bpd in November.'
'OPEC and its allies boosted November's crude production by 500,000 bpd with Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, Russia, Nigeria, and Iraq responsible for 80% of the increase.'
'The energy minister expects oil prices to exceed $75 as OPEC attempts to regulate the energy market in a way that protects the interests of all stakeholders, producers, and consumers.'
'Despite claims from an Iraq Basra Co. senior official, Halliburton denies any intention to buy Exxon Mobil's interest in Iraq's West Qurna-1 oilfield.'
'OPEC members added more oil than their plans required to resume stalled production.'
'Iraq federal crude exports, excluding those from the Kurdistan region, increased by 5% despite a higher OPEC+ quota.'
'Even with the OPEC+ deal's increased oil output in November, OPEC continued to pump less crude than its fraction of the monthly rise.'
'Iraq is still undecided about what the coalition should do in response to the new Coviid-19 strain and the coordinated release of strategic crude reserves announced last week.'
'Petronas Carigali Iraq Holding BV has opened the K-123 oil and gas well as Lukoil celebrates one billion barrel production milestone.'
'OPEC's second-largest expresses caution about the group's decision to increase output.'
'The opening of the K-123 oil and gas well in the Garraf Contract Area marked another key milestone in Petronas's Iraqi Joint Venture.'
'Iraq expects the West Qurna-2 oil field to reach maximum production of 800,000 bpd by 2027.'
'Lukoil intends to increase liquid hydrocarbon production to 83 million metric tonnes or an average of 1.67 million bpd next year.'
'Iraq has agreed to transfer Lebanon 500,000 tonnes of gas oil. '
'Exxon Mobil Corp.'s multiyear bid to get out of a historic Iraqi oil contract could rely on the participation of one of the world's largest frackers.'
'Lukoil has presented a preliminary development plan for the Eridu oil field.'
'LUKOIL has reached the one billion barrel milestone at West Qurna-2 as the company nears its 30th anniversary.'
'State-run Iraqi National Oil Co. has begun talks with Chevron for the development of fields in Dhi Qar.'
'Iraq's October oil exports amounted 3.12 million bpd according to SOMO figures, a slight increase from September's 3.08 million bpd average.'
'Iraq and Jordan are in talks for the development of a low-cost oil pipeline between Basra and Aqaba as Iraq seeks routes to sell its crude to energy-hungry nations.'
'Iraq to stop setting official formula prices for arguably the country's most well-known crude stream, Basrah Light.'
'Iraq and Jordan are in advanced talks for the construction of an oil pipeline to link Basrah and Aqaba.'
'Iraq and Kuwait support the 400,000 bpd output increase despite the United State's calls to further increase supplies to calm rising prices.'
'Iraqi oil exports rose with 3.12 million bpd in October, higher than the 3.081 million bpd of the previous month.'
'SOMO believes the 400,000 bpd output increase will be enough to meet demand and stabilize the market and there will be no need for Iraq to further enhance production.'
'Iraq intends to completely stop flaring associated gas by 2025 to address climate change challenges and work towards a greener future.'
'Iraq plans to invest on a $3 billion annual budget to replace liquid fuels with natural gas at its power facilities.'
'The National Iranian Oil Company requires $11 billion in investment for the completion of the developmental projects for West Karoun oil reserves.'
'The Iraqi Oil Ministry is seeking to undertake a major natural gas exploration in the country's western desert.'
'Selling prices for Basrah crudes have dropped to significant discounts compared to other Persian Gulf grades, attracting Northeast Asian end-users to buy more Iraqi barrels.'
'OPEC+ compliance with oil restrictions dropped to 115% in September. Even with raised production targets, some members still fall short due to difficulties.'
'Iraqi Oil Minister Ihsan Ismaael believes prices are expected to stabilize around present levels, reflecting a balanced market. '
'State Oil Marketing Organization has asked customers to provide their 2022 term crude requirements, except for Basrah Light as the marketer focuses on the more popular grades.'
'The Iraqi cabinet approved INOC becoming a financial partner with France's TotalEnergies in its Basra projects.'
'Iraq has begun talks with a multinational energy corporation to conduct gas exploration in the Western Desert of Anbar. The company will be named once an agreement is achieved.'
'OPEC and allies will meet and discuss whether or not to increase oil output to cool down global energy prices.'
'SEAB and Limak Holdings have signed an initial agreement to construct a 70,000 bpd refinery in northern Iraq.'
'Iraq has converted about half of its export capacity at its southern Gulf coast terminal to boost Basrah Medium crude.'
'Iraq and Turkey intend to repair a war-damaged oil pipeline used to transfer Iraqi crude to a Turkish export port.'
'Shell is in talks with Iraq to increase Basra Gas Company's capacity to 2 billion cubic feet of gas per day.'
'Iraqi Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul-Jabbar Ismail Al-Said showed interest in a more intensified cooperation with Azerbaijan in the oil, gas, and refining sectors.'
'Oil prices increased, reaching their highest level in almost two months, further intensified by rising gasoline demand and a fall in US crude stocks.'
'Lebanon received the first gasoil cargo under a fuel supply agreement with Iraq in July.'
'OPEC and its allies will try to keep oil prices at $70 per barrel in the first quarter of 2022.'
'United State's Baker Hughes has agreed to develop a project in Iraq for recovering 200 million ft3/d of flared gas for power generation.'
'Iraq signed an initial agreement for the construction of an oil refinery in Mosul.'
'Iraq cuts Basrah Light oil prices to Asian and U.S. markets'
'Iraq diverges from the Saudi pricing trend by lowering U.S. oil prices.'
'Iraqi oil production, including flows from Kurdistan Region, rose 1.9% month on month in August despite pumping below the OPEC+ quota.'
'Numerous oil giants' recent announcements of new investments in Iraq signals the country's quick recovery from the Covid-19 outbreak.'
'Dana Gas receives $250 million from the US Development Agency to expand gas production at the Khor Mor plant.'
'Basrah terminal is being rebuilt to dedicate more capacity to Basrah Medium in anticipation of its increase in exports for the rest of the year.'
'Power generation systems are being tested at the Karbala refinery in preparation for its start-up next year.'
'A $27 billion deal has been signed between Baghdad and Total to construct four giant energy projects in Southern Iraq.'
'Iraqi crude exports increased by 4.7% in August on account of a higher OPEC+ quota.'
'Ruler of Dubai met with the Emir of Qatar on the sidelines of the "Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership" with discussions on security and stability of Iraq.'
'BP plc will be spinning off its assets in Iraq by establishing a joint venture with PetroChina to manage Rumaila, Iraq's largest oilfield.'
'Lukoil plans to boost West Qurna 2 oil output to 480,000 bpd.'
'An initial agreement was signed between Iraq and PowerChina for the development of 2 GW solar power plants.'
'BP and PetroChina have formed a joint venture to manage Rumaila Oil Field as it focuses on clean-energy transition.'
'Iraq resumes talks with the International Monetary Fund for a loan reaching $4 billion.'
'Japan will lend up to ¥32.7 billion ($300 million) low-interest loans to Iraq for oil refinery upgrades.'
'China plans to build an airport, approximately 90,000 houses, 1,000 healthcare facilities, and improve Baghdad's sewage in exchange for oil.'
'Iraq has lost 2.6 GW of power generation due to insufficient Iranian gas imports.'
'Proserv Controls secured an essential contract for the manufacture and delivery of 22 wellhead control panels to Basra Oil Company to be used on Southern Iraq's Majnoon oil field.'
'Baghdad seeks to import gas from Qatar and other countries to account for Iranian supply shortage'
'Iraq has signed an initial agreement to drill 150 oil wells with China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC)'
'TotalEnergies goes ahead with a multi-billion dollar deal with Iraq's oil ministry covering projects which Iraq has struggled to administer for quite some time.'
'Iraq's oil production for July, including those of the semi-autonomous region of Kurdistan, increased by 0.6% but still failed to reach its OPEC+ quota.'
'Taking into account the current challenges that the oil market is facing, Iraq plans to raise oil production to 8 million barrels per day by the end of 2027.'
'The federal government of Iraq and the semi-autonomous region of Kurdistan work to cooperate on resolving their differences in energy issues.'
'OPEC and its allies added 750,000 barrels per day of crude oil production in July, a bit short of what was planned as only 8 out of 22 countries had boosted output last month.'
'Iraq's Oil Minister expressed eagerness to implement sustainability projects and improve the output of crude oil and gas at Kirkuk's North Oil Company oilfields.'
'Iraq's exports rose to 3.278 million barrels per day which is marginally higher from 3.232 million barrels per day average in June'
'Iraq exported 90.46 million barrels of crude oil in July accumulating $6.51 billion in revenues'
'Iraq prefers having another U.S. company to replace Exxon as the supermajor considers leaving the country'
'Lukoil may have to reduce its stake in Iraq's West Qurna-2 Field.'
'Iraqi oil exports drops in June but revenues continued to increase due to higher prices'
'Iraq just signed a deal with Lebanon for 1 million mt/year of heavy fuel oil in return for "goods and services".'
'France's TotalEnergies SE was given approval by Iraq to develop a natural-gas field at the Ratawi field.'
'A refinery and petrochemical complex worth $3 billion will be built in Iraq by a Chinese company that will yield about 300,000 barrels per day.'
'SOMO's total oil production for the month of June fell to 3.862 million bpd due to tighter compliance to OPEC+ quota.'
'Oil firms BP and Lukoil are planning to move out of Iraq as the environment becomes seemingly 'inappropriate' for them according to Iraq's oil minister.'
'In a bid to reduce the need for gas flaring, Iraq receives a 'landmark' loan from IFC for 360 million dollars.'
'Iraq just scrapped its pre-paid oil supply deal with China's Zhenhua and sold the crude that was intended for it to other customers.'
'Iraq's SOMO is expecting its southern oil exports to reach around 2.8 million barrels per day (bpd) in July.'
'Iraq is planning to conduct a study of the contracts it has entered with foreign firms related to oil, gas exploration and transport. '
'Iraq's oil minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar sees prices to play around $68 to $75 a barrel in the second half of this year.'
'A meeting between Iraq's oil minister and Saudi Arabia's minister of energy centered on the latter's intent in investing in gas projects throughout Iraq.'
'OPEC+ is likely to keep its pace in the gradual easing of oil supply restrictions as they anticipate the possible increase of Iranian oil in the market.'
'Iraq revised its April oil production figure to reflect higher domestic crude use for the month according to SOMO.'
'The combined overproduction by OPEC and its members have reached 3.316 million barrels per day according to a report from S&P Global Platts.'
'After much speculation and search for possible takers Iraq finally sends a formal request to take over ExxonMobil's stake in the West Qurna-1 oil field.'
'Iraq's very own state oil company is the most likely candidate to acquire ExxonMobil's stake in the West Qurna-1 operator sale.'
'OPEC's second largest oil producer is seeking to spend $15 billion to boost its gas production.'
'Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum will revive expansion works on the Khor Mor project in Kurdistan Region after a year of delay.'
'Iraq aims to finalize the sale of Exxon stakes in the West Qurna-1 oil field by end of June.'
'A Chinese company won a contract to develop a gas field in Mansuriya according to Iraq's oil ministry.'
'Exxon is considering selling its West Qurna-1 Stakes according to Iraq's oil ministry.'
'An upgrade of Basrah's refinery has been awarded to Axens in order to increase production capacity and reduce the gap in supply and demand for petroleum products.'
'Iraq's oil exports for the month of March dropped by 0.8% due to tighter OPEC+ compliance.'
'The United Arab Emirates prepares to invest billions of US dollars in Iraq for new partnerships and growth prospects.'
'Iraq's oil minister revealed their plans to increase output capacity by 8 million barrels per day by the year 2029.'
'TOTAL signs a multi-billion dollar agreement with Iraq for four energy projects including the common seawater supply project that Iraq has been trying to develop for over a decade.'
'A US company has been awarded by the Iraqi government to drill oil wells in southern Iraq.'
'Gulf Keystone Petroleum, an energy company that is primarily operating in the semi-autonomous region of Kurdistan intends to resume their plans of boosting production from their Shaikan field.'
'Iraq's output for February rose 1.6% beyond the quota set by OPEC+.'
'Production at the new Sarta-2 well in Iraq run by Genel Energy has started with gross field production now reaching in excess of 10,000 bpd.'
'Prices of oil went up almost 5 percent again today due to speculations of a new OPEC supply cut.'
'Iraq's crude exports for the month of February exceeded 82 million barrels according to its Ministry of Oil.'
'Crude exports from Iraq's southern ports are stable at 2.7 million barrels per day for the month of February.'
'Iraq decided to back out of its intended oil-supply agreement with China that would have given the cash-strapped nation $2 billion upfront.'
'Iraq is currently in talks with China and Pakistan in setting up oil depots for crude oil storage. '
'The first batch of tank cars that will be utilized by Iraq Republic Railways for transporting fuel and oil has been dispatched and is on its way to Iraq.'
'OPEC+ output cut will remain unchanged in March according to Iraq Oil Minister '
'Iraq rehabilitates its rail tank cars to deliver oil derivatives to the south in a bid to revive the railway industry.'
'Among the three Iraq crude grades Basrah Light topped the list with 1.097 million barrels per day representing 40% of the total exports.'
'Iraq's oil exports for the month of January rose slightly compared to the previous month's 88.2 million barrels.'
'Iraq and Jordan recently reactivated their memorandum of understanding for supply of Iraqi crude to Jordan'
'A Russian company is set to finance Iraq's oilfield in Nassiriya in a plan to increase output.'
'Iraq has reduced its annual supplies of Basra crude oil to some refiners in India for 2021.'
'Iraq's oil minister is seeing signs that prices of oil will reach $60 in the second quarter of 2021'
'The Kurdistan region defends itself after a recent statement by Iraq's Minister of Oil saying that they are compliant with OPEC+ quota.'
'Iraq is requesting OPEC+ members to allow them to delay compensation for its overproduction.'
'Concerns over renewed rise on COVID19 cases causes oil prices to fall anew.'
'Iraq follows through with price increases for Asia crude after Saudi Arabia's lead.'
'India's top refiner just got its first cargo of the newly introduced Basra Medium crude from Iraq.'
'Iraq's exports from its southern ports continue despite the recent discovery of a marine mine on its oil tanker.'
'A $2 billion oil supply was awarded to a Chinese company by Iraq with partial prepayment terms.'
'The Kurdistan Regional Government stated at Monday's meeting that they are ready to hand over oil to Baghdad once the budget has been approved. '
'Iraq is planning on doubling its southern crude export by boosting storage capacity at the southern port of al-Faw. '
'Genel Energy plans to start streaming of Sarta 2 well in the Sarta oil field by January of next year.'
'Iraq will start exporting fuel supplies to Lebanon next year, a report from the oil ministry said.'
'Iraq strikes a deal to supply China with oil in order to accumulate funds for local projects.'
'GE successfully connects two gas turbines to Iraq's national grid at the Zubair Permanent Power Generation Plant.'
'Gulf Keystone Petroleum is expecting high output from its Kurdish field after resumption of operations that have been suspended due to the pandemic last March.'
'The oil-for-reconstruction agreement between Iraq and Egypt will move towards full implementation once the constitutional procedures have been completed.'
'With the optimism brought about by the new vaccine against the Covid-19 virus, prices of oil rose on early trading Thursday.'
'Iraq will be strengthening its light crude oil production in order to generate additional revenue.'
'Iraq's total oil exports for the month of November reached an average of 2.7 million barrels per day.'
'Iraq Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar Ismail sees the energy market recovering in the next 3 to 6 months.'
'A Russian company is planning to launch its fourth well in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region by next year. '
'Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein plans to discuss oil and trade cooperation during his first visit to Moscow today.'
'Two of China's state companies are set to buy ExxonMobil's stake in West Qurna 1. '
'Iraq outlines the specs for their new assay of crude export grades which they intend to release next year.'
'An extension of the global oil output cut until 2021 is likely according to OPEC+ and its non-member allies. '
'JICA and UNDP Iraq have just renewed their partnership with the aim to accelerate the implementation of social and economic projects in the country.'
'Four new vertical pumps have been delivered to Garraf Oil Field in Iraq intended for the Oil Train 5 project.'
'At least four members of OPEC+ are in favor of extending the current oil production cuts that have been in effect since April this year.'
'A new crude oil grade is being planned for export by Iraq's Oil Marketing Company in the coming year.'
'Iraq is currently in talks with France's TOTAL for two new gas projects to boost local supply.'
'Russia's Lukoil PJSC company has plans to increase its oil output in Iraq'
'Iraq's very own national oil company which was broken up under Saddam Hussein's regime will be operational early next year. '
'Iraq, Jordan and Egypt are involved in talks on reviving an oil pipeline project that could eventually connect the three countries.'
'The Iraqi government is proposing a new oil company that will be jointly managed by both Baghdad and Erbil.'
'Iraq's oil minister has expressed his confidence that the prices of oil will climb to $45 in early 2021.'
'Iraq's total exports for the month of September was higher by 1.3% which primarily due to the output from the Kurdish region.'
'A report from the United Nations Development Program or UNDP recommends more support for the non-oil private sector to help boost Iraq's economy.'
'An oil refinery in Iraq is set to receive reconstruction assistance from a Japan-based firm. '
'Iraq exported more than 78 million barrels of crude oil bringing in over 3 billion U.S. dollars in revenues.'
'Iraq is expressing hope that OPEC+ will allow them to increase oil exports starting next year.'
'Iraq's oil export went down 6% month-on-month for August to 2.6 million barrels per day. '
'The Kurdistan province may be the very reason that Iraq can't meet its obligations under the OPEC+ agreement.'
'Jordan just signed a deal to supply electricity to Iraq and connect both their power grids.'
'Iraq's oil minister has expressed optimism that a new deal will increase oil exports.'
'Right after the blast that ripped through the center of Lebanon, Iraq donated over a million liters of fuel which unfortunately turned out unusable. '
'A well-known global company just connected gas turbines at a power plant in Iraq that will enhance the country’s power supply. '
'Iraq, along with the United Arab Emirates and Nigeria pressured to abide with the agreed upon supply cuts. '
'Iraq reduced prices for its crude grades as Saudi Arabia and other Gulf producers slashed their prices.'
'The semi-autonomous Kurdish region in Iraq is unable to comply with the production cut imposed on them by Baghdad. '
'The USA's import of Iraqi oil reaches to almost 8 million barrels.'
'Jordan will be resuming its oil imports from Iraq after suspension of shipments due to the pandemic.'
'Iraq has announced its plan to add new refining units to its refinery in the north which will increase capacity to 90,000 barrels per day.'
'Iraq's crude exports for the month of August reaches about 80 million barrels.'
'Iraq's oil minister issued statement indicating his confidence that oil price may reach $50 in early 2021.'
'Iraq plans to speed up the implementation of its petrochemical project with Shell'
'Iraq's exports in August has fell indicating that OPEC's second largest oil producer is making good in its promise.'
'Oil prices continued to rise as OPEC+ continued its call to its members to rein in production.'
'Baghdad is in talks with Chevron to allow the company to explore for oil in the country.'
'After the devastating blast that ripped through Lebanon, Iraq is sending its second round of supplies to the country.'
'As Nigeria trails in its OPEC+ commitment, Iraq on the other hand is looking at a monthly cut of 850,000 bpd.'
'Prices of oil rises 1% due to the positive outlook based on Saudi Aramco and Iraq's recent activities.'
'Iraq has expressed their plans to lower their output for the months of August and September.'
'After a devastating blast that rocked Beirut the other day an aid from Baghdad will be coming to the country.'
'The total amount of crude oil that Jordan imported from Iraq for the month of July reached 261,000 barrels.'
'Iraq has exported more than 85 million barrels of crude oil last month based on the report by the Iraqi Oil Ministry.'
'Iraq and JGC Corp agreed to sign a contract to build a refinery in the southern region of Basra.'
'As the demand from China slows down, prices for Iraq's crude oil especially its prized Basrah Light crude may go down. '
'Despite standing agreements, Iraq's crude exports increases in July.'
'A delegation from the government of Iraq led by its deputy prime minister has arrived in Saudi Arabia for an official visit.'
'With all the logistical procedures completed, Iraq gets ready to resume oil exports to Jordan.'
'Iraq's oil minister released a statement ensuring the country's commitment to meet 100% of its quota for the month of August.'
'Iraq along with Nigeria is being compelled by OPEC+ to adhere to their production quotas as data shows higher output than predicted.'
'After suspending their export of crude oil to Jordan last week, Iraq is set to resume deliveries within the week'
'Lebanon is seeking to add Iraq as its new supplier for fuel oil in lieu of agricultural products.'
'Iraq stopped its daily crude oil shipments to Jordan due to the unprecedented fall in oil prices. '
'Jordan's Foreign Minister visited Baghdad on Wednesday to discuss economic and trade cooperation including oil and electricity projects.'
'Iraq revises higher oil income estimates as well as higher crude export prices for the month of May.'
'The OPEC+ technical committee meeting held today did not mention any further cut on production.'
'OPEC+ leaders Russia and Saudi Arabia struck a deal with Iraq to extend production cut till July'
'Iraq's oil exports for the month of May slid down by 6.6% according to report.'
'Early morning trading fell 1% as traders consider the upcoming OPEC+ meeting this week.'
'Petrofac, a London based oilfield services provider has secured a contract extension with Basra Oil Company'
'Different analysis but experts are mostly optimistic the global oil market will recover in the coming months.'
'Iraq and Saudi Arabia were able to come to an agreement on rebalancing the oil market with the recent visit to the kingdom by Ali Allawi Iraq's deputy prime minister.'
'Recent data reveals Saudi as the new top oil supplier to India with the country being drawn to Saudi due to the heavy discounts it offered.'
'Iraq has finally come up with some tangible projections on its output cuts for its major oil operators.'
'Iraq surprises OPEC+ by announcing that it will cut down on exports to Asian buyers.'
'As per agreement reached with OPEC+ countries, Iraq begins its reduction of crude oil production.'
'Chinese oil companies are buying up oils on bargain as it resumes operations.'
'Iraq's Kurdistan Region released its statement stressing commitment to the reduced oil output deal.'
'Iraq offers freight subsidies in hopes of enticing western customers back.'
'Iraq is seen as cutting crude production along with other countries in a draft reported by Reuters.'
'Iraq has aired their concern that they may not be able to pay half of the salaries of their 3 million strong workforce due to the recent oil price plunge.'
'Iraq's Prime Minister revealed he's hopeful about reaching a new supply cut deal with other OPEC+ members.'
'Iraq is in the process of increasing its production this month of April by adding 200,000 barrels a day.'
'Iraq is currently selling crude at an average of $20 per barrel and has raised their intention to talk to international oil companies regarding their payments and contracts.'
'Outlook for crude is bleak as crude futures slide brought about by the current slow demand.'
'Dana Gas, oil producer in Kurdistan region states stable production despite the recent crisis brought about by Covid-19 pandemic.'
'Iraq Imposes total lockdown as precaution against the spread of the coronavirus. '
'Gharraf oilfield halts production as Petronas pulls out its workers from the site.'
'Iraq is desperately asking for OPEC intervention due to the recent price crash on oil.'
'International oil consultant Husain al-Chalabi has been nominated to the post of Oil Minister in Iraq.'
'On Sunday Iraq's oil export reaches above 98 million.'
'According to the spokesperson for the Iraq Oil Ministry, its production is not affected by the present scare brought by the spread of COVID19.'
'Kuwait bans all incoming foreign ships from entering the country except for those carrying oil.'
'Iraqi forces increased their security forces around oil fields in Basra as they deal with local protests.'
'An Iraqi Oil Minister revealed their upcoming plan to increase production to 8 million bpd.'
'Russia intends to increase its investments in Iraqi oil by three-fold according to a report by Tass.'
'Due to gas emissions and pollution, Nahr Bin Omar oil field in Iraq is set to cut production.'
'Middle Eastern oil producers are diverting their output to the West as China imports slide.'
'OPEC members including Russia are planning for talks to cut down on crude oil output due to China's coronavirus epidemic.'
'Iraq intends to build an oil refinery and a railway network in the Kurdistan Region backed by funds from China'
'After a disappointing result from its field studies, BP decided to quit oilfield in Kirkurk.'
'With their demand for energy need increases Iraq sets another bidding for exploration and development of natural gas.'
'As protests subside, oil production in Iraq resumes.'
'Various oil producers has complied with the demands from OPEC for certain cuts in their production to maintain balance in the market.'
'The Iraq Oil Ministry recently denied the reports that China National Petroleum Corp (CNPC) has pulled out its staff from the West Qurna 1 oilfield. '
'Despite the political tension within the region Iraq's output is steady and has not been affected.'
'Despite the recent under in the Middle East due to the killing of an Iranian commander by the U.S. military, oil prices remained relatively stable.'
'Tension in the recent weeks due to the rift between the United States and Iran caused the prices of oil to tumble yet despite this prices are still seen to drop further.'
'European and U.S. equity futures fell as fears grow that tension in the Middle East might escalate.'
'With the recent strike by Iran on Iraq bases Chevron decided to pull out all of its workers from Northern Iraq.'
'Prices for oil surged again Tuesday as Iran attacked Iraq bases in retaliation for the killing of their top commander last week.'
'The Iraqi Oil Ministry invites top construction firms to bid for a planned massive oil pipeline between Iraq and Jordan.'
'China Oil Refiners Risk Iraq’s Wrath With Rare Kurdish Buys'
'KRG fully committed to hand over daily average of 250,000 barrels of oil per day to the Iraqi government '
'Iraqi Officials Cite Progress on Oil Deal With Kurds'
'The Al-Shanafiyah oil refinery also closed due to the growing protests which is located south of the province of Diwaniya. '
'Iraq Crude Oil Stuck at Field for Third Day as Anti-government demonstrations have rocked Iraq's capital and its south, with sit-ins increasingly targeting main roads and state infrastructure '
' The Iraq Ministry of Oil published its oil export numbers for the month of August which total to 111,706,135.'
'The Iraq Ministry of Oil published its oil export numbers for the month of September which total to 107,276,327 barrels'
'Weatherford also secured a further five-year deal with Saudi Aramco, providing cementation, completions, liners and solid expandables and casing exit services.'
'Shipments from Iraq's northern Kirkuk oilfields to Ceyhan, the Turkish terminal, averaged 106,000 bpd. '
'Speedcast to Provide High-Speed Internet and IT Support Services to Project Management and Engineering Operations in the Middle East'
'The Prime Minister also stressed how crucial local support is required to encourage investment, business and projects in the region. '
'Iraq will provide 100,000 barrels per day (bpd) of oil in exchange for work which will provide essential infrastructure projects Chinese firms'
' Petrel’s new investors have a 29.99% enlarged share capital of the company and the net proceeds will be utilized to acquire and develop assets in the Middle East '
'Speaker of the Kurdistan Parliament calls meeting with US Consul General in the capital of Kurdistan, Erbil on 16th September'
' KRG spokesperson described the meetings as “positive.”'
' Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is however, cracking down on the illegal operations by ordering the closure of approximately 164 alleged refineries to close.'
'Cheap petroleum is sent to Iran and central Asia. '
'An Irish oil exploration company cited recent “substantial investors” will allow for the company to focus on Iraq as a potential market for their business endeavors. '
'A delegation was held in China between the Iraqi Prime Minister and the Chinese President'
'“Iraq has gone through war and civil strife and is grateful to China for its valuable support...Iraq is willing to work together in the ‘One Belt, One Road’ framework.”'
'During the meeting, the draft annual report of the Transparency Authority for Extractive Industries for 2017 was discussed in the presence of the international auditor. '
'Mr. Al Ghadhban said that the signing of the memorandum of principles for the establishment of the industrial island with the Dutch company "Boskalis" '
' The oil minister stressed the importance of organizing such conferences, events and forums '
'Barkindo was received by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil for Extraction Affairs Fayyad Hassan Nehmeh and a number of officials at the Ministry of Oil.'
'The Minister of Oil Thamer Abbas Ghadhban said that the global demand for crude oil has grown at (1.1 - 1.3) million barrels per day, '
'Ghadhban said both sides stressed the importance of focusing on clean energy sources and boosting investments in this vital sector. '
'Al-Wakeel added that this project will open the door to provide job opportunities for the Iraqi labor force in Dhi Qar province. '
'Spokesman for the ministry, Assem Jihad, said that this contract with the Russian company is (service contract) includes exploration, development and production operations'
' This came during laying the foundation stone for the project of liquefaction of natural gas (Basrah-NGL) in the province of Basra.'
'Updates to Majnoon Oil Field will boost production and cost an estimated $255M.'
'The Administrative Department of the Ministry of Oil announced the schedules and timing of the recruitment test for chemical engineering graduates. '
' Deputy Prime Minister for Energy and Oil Minister discusses with Australian Ambassador ways of enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector '
'Net equity to 30th June, 2019 stood at $871.2 million compared with $835.5 million on 31st December, 2018. '
'Storage capacity for the oil installation will increase to 6 million barrels/day.'
'Investigations are under way for the motives and source of the attack. '
'UAE- Region's Largest Gas & Oil Technology Showcase and Conference Back for 3rd Year'
'Better compliance will deliver an output cut of more than 400,000 bpd, two OPEC+ sources said. '
'KOGAS:“We have recovered US$330 million, or 87.3 percent of the US$378 million investment in the Iraqi subsidiary."'
'Two contracts have been signed for Majonoon Oil Field, one of the richest oil fields in the world boasting an estimated 38 billion barrels of oil in its reserves.'
'OPEC announced in June its decision to decrease output into 2020'
'ShaMaran is a Canadian Oil & Gas Company with producing assets in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq'
'The contract is set to be ratified by the Prime Minister’s Council of Ministers. '
'The landmark MoU was signed in February between the two countries.'
'Current pipeline carries approximately 1.2 million barrels of oil per day to Ceyhan terminal.'
'Nigeria's supply of 80,000 bpd produced highest bypassing their OPEC quota. Supplementing the remainder of the increase is Iraq’s production of 60,000 bpd. '
'During a meeting between Chinese Ambassador to Iraq Zhang Tao and Iraqi Foreign Minister Mohammed al-Hakim who declares China as an important strategic partner of Iraq. '
'Recent reports confirm an oil pipeline project that would pass through Iraq providing countries like Syria and Lebanon with oil and gas from Iran. '
'The company's Iraq based unit announced a milestone as a "production record"'
'After the agreement was made between the two countries, the Kuwait Ministry is awaiting official clearance of all details from Iraq in order to move forward with export of gas from Iraq. '
' The Oil ministry officials said that the pipe explosion was caused due to extreme weather conditions. '
'Over the course of five years since this field went into production has now surpassed its 100 millionth barrel of oil'
'The Iraqi Ministry of Oil clarifies their open ended discussion with ExxonMobil and their participation in the $53 billion - 30 year project in Iraq’s southern energy infrastructure. '
'Prices per barrel for July was reported as $61.156 per barre, producing an estimated $6.76 billion in revenue'
'Assurances provided by Iran following a visit of Iraqi PM Adel Abdul Mahdi'
'Honeywell to provide gas processing at Iraq's southern Artawi oilfield'
'The company has expressed interest in delivering new oil pipeline project in Iraq to support the diversification of its oil export routes'
'Agreement has been approved by the Iraqi government'
'PM Abdul Mahdi has held discussions on new pipeline projects to reduce the reliance of Iraq's oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz'
'Agreements cover mutual exports and construction of oil facilities'
'Figures show a $1 billion revenue reduction from May's numbers '
'First shipment expected to arrive with the Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company this week'
'A more attractive investment model for investors is expected to be available in the coming weeks'
'Cuts are expected to be extended for at least 6 months with the existing deal running out this week'
'Speakers include Iraq Minister of Oil H.E. Thamer Ghadhban and Michael Townshend, Regional President of BP Middle East'
'Deal reported to have setback following increased tensions in the region and contract disputes over the sale of production'
'Contracts secured for 2D and 3D seismic surveys at Block 12'
'the Exxon developed plant re-launched production June 2nd, two weeks after the 60 employees we evacuated and flown to Dubai due to threats and safety issues. '
'The ODA loan from Japan will be aimed towards elevating the production in Iraq’s oil facilities including the installation of a fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) complex. '
'ExxonMobil returns to South West Iraq, Qurna 1 oilfield after evacuating the premise a month ago. The oil giant returned with 22 foreign employees with more expected this week. '
'Payment received for sales of February's oil production'
'Company plans to increase production in Iraq to 100,000 bpd by 2025'
'TAQA and ShaMaran complete equal acquisition of Marathon Oil's 15% stake in Atrush'
'Sale of its stake marks Marathon's complete exit from Iraq operations'
'Iraq exported an average of 3.572 million barrels per day for May'
'Press release by CWC Iraq Petroleum'
'Total sales from April's exports generated more than $7 billion of revenue '
'Waiver granted by U.S. administration to allow Iranian gas imports to continue without sanction'
'Production to increase from previous levels of 440,000 barrels per day'
'New facility in Basra will support oil production increases in the region'
'Construction of the new 150,000 bpd refinery will be handled by a consortium led by Huyndai Enginerring and Construction Co'
'Production rises follow infrastructure developments at the Sarqala field in the Garmian oil block'
'TTE to provide in bouse technical training for Taqa staff working at the Atrush facility in the Kurdistan region'
'Norwegian operator seeking further developments and production increases in the Kurdistan region of Iraq'
'Project will develop oil and gas production at the Nahr Bin Umar and Artawi oilfields'
'Investment to be allocated towards an enhanced drilling program and construction of new gas processing facilities'
'Transportation awarded to Burj Al Hayat Transport and Trading Co '
'Iraq exported an average of 3.466 million barrels per day in April'
'Production increases have been achieved by BP in partnership with CNPC'
'Projections published in report by the International Energy Agency'
'Gas production plan for Iraq detailed in analysis by Rystad Energy'
'Statement from Oil Minister Thamer Ghadhban has revealed the Ministry will target exploration at the Western desert'
'Contract will involve the extraction and processing of 300 mcf/f of natural gas '
'Russian operator Lukoil provides production update at the field following the completion of phase 1 of its development project'
'In partnership with ZPEC, Zhongman hope to achieve development of oil production in their oil block in the underdeveloped town of Qazaniya'
'Sonangol have revealed oil flows at Qayara have now reached 40,000 barrels per day'
'Announcement comes from Oil Minister Thamer Ghadhban during a visit to the city this week'
'Production at Taq Taq has reached 15,500 bpd following the completion of testing of the TT-20z well'
'Company has raised gas production by 6% compared to Q1 of 2018'
'Higgs has been promoted from his position as chief operating officer'
'Agreement covers joint development of the Naft Shahr and Khorramshahr oilfields'
'Countries discussing potential to reinstate pipeline between Kirkuk and Tripoli'
'Third producing well expected to increase daily production at the field to 35,000 barrels per day'
'Economy projected to grow 2.8 percent in 2019 according to World Bank MENA Economic Report'
'Discovery revealed at meeting between Lukoil President and Iraqi Primi Minister Abdul-Mahdi'
'Oil pipeline expected to export up to 1 million barrels per day'
'Kurdistan based operator achieved revenues of $829 million, the highest in its history'
'Russian operator has unveiled plans for production to reach 110,000 bpd'
'UK listed operator also pledging $50 million dividend payout to shareholders for 2019'
'Well flow was reported at 1,500 cubic meters per day'
'Companies seeking to open new offices in Erbil and Baghdad respectively'
'Results reveal record revenues despite $424 million write down of its Miran oil field'
'Kingdom releases tender for the transportation of 10,00 barrels per day of crude oil from Iraq'
'Iraq's capacity of refinery CDU to be boosted over the next 4 years as a result of numerous new build and refurbishment projects'
'New 20 year marine services contract started on March 1st'
'Iraq has reduced its oil exports to an average of 3.5 million bpd'
'Deals follow Iranian president Rouhani's first visit to Baghdad this week'
'Discount available until March 30th'
'Further increases targeted to more than double current gas production by 2022'
'New laboratory will deliver analysis of petrochemical products to maintain and improve product quality '
'Iraq Minister of Electricity Louay al-Khateeb has revelaed that imports from Iran will continue until the end of 2019'
'February's oil exports show a slight reduction from January's figures'
'Following successful investments of Lukoil and Gazprom, Russian companies are eyeing more deals in Iraq according to Russian Ambassador to Iraq Maksim Maksimov,'
'Acquisition has been approved by the Kurdistan Regional Government'
'Oil exports have resumed following an initial suspension of exports across the Iranian border two weeks ago'
'The KRG has instructed border crossings to prevent oil tankers from crossing the border to deliver oil to Iran'
'Shell have announced that the company aims to increase gas production capacity by 40%'
'Iraq's southern exports have averaged 3.63 million barrels per day so far for February'
'Drilling programme has commenced as the company seeks significant production increases at oilfield near Basra'