Brazil’s expanding offshore oil frontier puts biodiversity at risk: study

Indonesia promotes palm oil bioenergy in Russia

Indonesia has strong potential to become a major player in palm oil-based bioenergy through innovation, downstream ...

This research museum takes a snapshot of what’s in Philippine waters

Marine scientists are documenting ocean biodiversity in a research museum. They hope this process prepares the Philippines to join in the conservation and utilization of the ocean common.

Dangote reveals how Nigerian can save billions and create 500,000 new jobs

Aliko Dangote said increased private investment in Nigeria's fisheries value chain could create over 500,000 jobs, reduce imports and boost exports

FCCPC Probes Fuel Pricing Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has raised concerns over what it described as possible consumer exploitation in the downstream petroleum sector. This follows findings that reductions in fuel prices have not reflected the sharp decline in global crude oil prices. READ ALSO: FCCPC Seals Firms Over Consumer Protection Violations Allegations The Commission, in [] The post FCCPC Probes Fuel Pricing Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Six marine sanctuaries recognized as Blue Parks, four of them in Africa

On June 16, the Marine Conservation Institute recognized six marine protected areas, three in Madagascar and one each in Senegal, Chile and Canada, as Blue Parks. The awards, announced at the Our Ocean conference in Mombasa, Kenya, recognize MPAs whose management is “durable, equitable and effective” at protecting marine life. Under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity []

Nigerian Navy recovers 39,500 litres of stolen crude oil in Rivers

In order to discourage criminal activities involving illegal crude oil, the Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft under Operation Delta Sentinel, recovering 39,500 litres of illegal crude oil from storage facilities and destroying the facilities in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Director of Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, [] Nigerian Navy recovers 39,500 litres of stolen crude oil in Rivers

Ecopetrol: Colombia Government Owned

Ecopetrol: Colombia Government Owned

Navy destroys illegal crude oil storage site, recovers 39,500 litres in Rivers

By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft under Operation Delta Sentinel, uncovering an illegal crude oil storage network and recovering about 39,500 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Director of Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed on Wednesday that [] The post Navy destroys illegal crude oil storage site, recovers 39,500 litres in Rivers appeared first on Vanguard News.

ExxonMobil to Invest $1 Billion in Nigeria

ExxonMobil and its partners will invest 1 billion in the Usan Infill Project offshore Nigeria, a development expected to add about 40,000 barrels per day (bbl/d) of crude oil production. ExxonMobil Nigeria Managing Director Jagir Baxi confirmed the investment commitment during an industry conference in Abuja, Nigeria. The investment marks ExxonMobil’s return to drilling activity [] The post ExxonMobil to Invest 1 Billion in Nigeria first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.

Marine Biologists Discover 31 Potential New Species in Just 2 Weeks at Sea

An advanced research vessel off the coast of Brazil has ID’ed a new cousin to crabs and lobsters, nine new jellyfish, and two gigantic single-celled organisms visible to the naked eye.

Trump wants to unleash ‘America First’ fishing. What’s he really doing?

As the administration dismantles guardrails for industrial fishing, it's also threatening critical marine ecosystems that are sacred to Indigenous Pacific peoples.

Repsol, Ecopetrol and 17 other oil firms cleared for Brazil's next pre-salt auction

Nineteen oil companies, among them Spain's Repsol and Colombia's Ecopetrol, have been cleared to bid in the upcoming auction of licenses to partner with the Brazilian State in the exploitation of hydrocarbons in the pre-salt, the country's main crude reserve. The list was released on Friday by the National Agency for Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP), following its publication in the Official Gazette.

As Brazil’s digital economy expands, Salesforce implementation partners are stepping into the spotlight

It’s no secret that Brazil is one of the most influential tech markets in the Southern Hemisphere, driven by rapid digitalization, a thriving startup ecosystem, and significant investment by companies small and large. As Latin America’s largest economy, Brazil occupies a unique position within the region. The country’s vast domestic market, highly skilled workforce, and [] The post As Brazil’s digital economy expands, Salesforce implementation partners are stepping into the spotlight appeared first on Brazil Reports.

S&P Dow Jones Signals Possible Frontier-Market Cut for Indonesia

SP Dow Jones Indices has listed Indonesia as a country for potential market reclassification, saying it may consider implementing special treatment for its securities if circumstances worsen.

Nature has a funding gap

A 942 billion biodiversity financing gap is forcing investors and governments to rethink how ecosystems are valued, funded, and accounted for

Colombia’s Oil And Gas Reserves Continue Declining As Production Hits Multiyear Lows

Colombia’s proven oil reserves fell nearly 1 in 2025, dropping to just over 2 billion barrels as the country struggles to sustain its hydrocarbon output. Natural gas reserves suffered a far steeper decline, plunging 17 to 1.7 trillion cubic feet, raising serious concerns about the country’s long-term energy security. The back-to-back contractions in both oil [] The post Colombia’s Oil And Gas Reserves Continue Declining As Production Hits Multiyear Lows appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Petrobras picks Oceaneering for ROV services

Houston-based Oceaneering International has been awarded a contract from Brazil’s state-owned giant Petrobras to deliver ROV services offshore Brazil. The contract, awarded to Oceaneering’s Brazilian subsidiary, Marine Production Systems do Brasil, follows a competitive tender process. The contract term is four years, and operations are expected to begin in 2027. Oceaneering will supply two work-class

Scrap license fee on pure internet services-based revenue: ISPAI writes to Centre

ISPAI said that the exemption on licence fee could ease the burden on the ecosystem, thereby enhancing competition and expanding consumer choice

Marine conservation fund seeks support at regatta

The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) used its sponsorship of Regattas in The Abacos (RITA) 2026 to seek support for its marine conservation efforts.

India emerges as key partner in Monaco’s push for sustainable yachting, says Yacht Club de Monaco Chief

As India deepens its investments in green energy and clean mobility, the country is also carving out a growing role in the world of sustainable yachting and marine innovation, according to Bernard d'Alessandri, General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Scientists Discover New Deep-Sea Ghost Shark Species Off Costa Rica

A team of Costa Rican and Brazilian scientists has identified a new species of deep-sea fish living in the Pacific waters off Costa Rica, highlighting how much of our country’s marine biodiversity remains unexplored. The newly described species, Rhinochimaera costaricana, belongs to a little-known group of cartilaginous fishes known as long-nosed chimaeras, sometimes called ghost [] The post Scientists Discover New Deep-Sea Ghost Shark Species Off Costa Rica appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Colombian Forces Destroy 81 Illegal Mining Operations in the Choco Department

The action directly impacts the illicit economies of the Clan del Golfo. On Monday, the Colombian Armed Forces announced it destroyed 81 illegal mining operations in the San Isidro village in the Choco department, as part of Operation Ayacucho Plus. RELATED: Violence in Colombia’s Chocó Threatens Survival of Indigenous and Afro-Descendant Communities The operation included []

Trump’s tariff war pushes Brazil’s trade towards China as US share hits record low

The US share of Brazilian exports fell to its lowest level since 1997 in the first half of 2026, while China widened its lead as the country’s top trading partner, according to the American Chamber of Commerce for Brazil, whose report landed as Washington held public hearings on a proposed new round of tariffs against Brazilian goods. American buyers took 9.4 per cent of Brazilian exports between January and June, down from 12.1 per cent a year earlier and the smallest share in the chamber’s...

BNT: Tourism Industry Serves as Vector in Spreading Coral Reef Disease

BNT: Tourism Industry Serves as Vector in Spreading Coral Reef Disease

Nigeria Roars Back: Foreign Investment Doubles to $4 Billion

For years, the conversation around foreign investment in Nigeria has been dominated by caution — currency volatility, policy unpredictability, and capital that preferred to watch from the sidelines. That conversation is shifting. Nigeria has returned to Africa’s top five destinations for foreign direct investment, with inflows more than doubling to just over 4 billion, driven []

614: The Delicate Ecosystem of Colombia's Dry Forests

Join us as we explore the critical state of Colombia's tropical dry forests with researcher Maria Isabel Arce Plata. Discover the ecosystem's unique characteristics, the threats it faces from deforestation, climate change, and human activity, and the hopeful strategies for conservation and community involvement. Tropical dry forests are among the most endangered ecosystems globally, yet we rarely hear about them. With rainfall patterns shifting due to climate change, these forests are facing unprecedented challenges. In Colombia, the remnants of these forests have dwindled to less than a million hectares from an estimated 9-11 million! Tune in to this week's Colombia Calling podcast and to the Colombia Briefing reported by Emily Hart.

Pemex and Brazil’s Petrobras will partner up to boost oil production in the Gulf of Mexico

Mexico and Brazil have been seeking closer economic ties, and this pact unites Brazil's technological advances for extracting oil and Mexico's access to the Gulf of Mexico's deep waters. The post Pemex and Brazil’s Petrobras will partner up to boost oil production in the Gulf of Mexico appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Les pays de l’UE souhaitent que l’exploration pétrolière soit vue comme un investissement vert

Les changements proposés pourraient amener des géants pétroliers comme TotalEnergies à figurer dans des fonds d'investissement durables.

Business : Indonesia's B50 Mandate Opens Growth Opportunities For Malaysian Palm Oil - MPOC

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The recent launch of Indonesia's nationwide rollout of the B50 biodiesel mandate presents an opportunity for Malaysia to strengthen its existing palm oil markets while expanding its market share in selected destinations.

Ban on Angling on Dog Beach

The Costa Tropical Sport Fishing Association not happy with the PSOE's suggestion to ban angling on Motril's Playa El Cable, whose primary designation is for the use of dogs; i.e., playa canina. The post Ban on Angling on Dog Beach first appeared on Costa Tropical Gazette News.

Ajomale-McWord: Nigeria’s Reforms Are Reopening States To Foreign Investment, Economic Autonomy

Founder of Global AfriDiplomats Ajomale-McWord says ongoing reforms are empowering Nigerian states to attract foreign investment and drive regional economic development independently.