Iran war: From fuel to food, what could get more expensive? Retail Amid fears the war in Iran could “bring down” the world’s economies, experts have warned the conflict could have wide-ranging impacts which reach into the households of everyday consumers. The Middle East plays a central role in global energy supplies and shipping routes, and consumer industries have warned the knock-on effects of the conflict could [...]
Risk of gas crisis as Iran launches missiles at US military bases Energy Iran has launched a barrage of missiles at US military bases in Qatar, in response to America’s bombing raids over the weekend. City analysts have been on high alert over the potential economic fallout, with a warning that gas prices could more than double if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is blocked. Analysts fear [...]
Shell warns of £1bn cash hit from emissions certificates payments Energy Shell said it expects to take a $1.3bn (£1.04bn) cash hit in the final quarter from payments for emissions certificates. The energy major said on Wednesday that the charge is “related to timing of payments of emissions certificates” in Germany and the US. The London-listed company also said it expects profits in its gas business [...]
Can AIM deliver? Here’s a compelling test case August 13, 2024 As the London Stock Exchange's younger brother continues to struggle, a new energy firm provides a litmus test on how well AIM can deliver on its raison d’etre, writes Keith Boyfield
Wood bags six-year contract on Shell’s Prelude facility July 9, 2024 Wood, headquarted in Aberdeen, said it would provide brownfield engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) solutions for the LNG facility.