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Updated October 6, 2026

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Featured Story

Global Copper, Nickel Prices Could Double in 10 Years

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Industrial Info Resources is tracking more than more than US$325 billion and US$115 billion worth of copper and nickel mining projects, respectively

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Australia's Lithium Comeback Boosted by Pilgangoora Expansion

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PLS Group Limited has announced plans to spend AUD$1.3 billion (US$914 million) to expand its Pilgangoora lithium mine in Western Australia.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

India Adds 8.2 GWh of Battery Storage Capacity in the First Half of 2026

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India added 8.2 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of battery energy storage capacity between January and June 2026.

By Yogesh Kumar, Lead Researcher-Power

El Sector de Refinación de Brasil Afrontará una Intensa Campaña de Mantenimiento en 2027

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El año comenzará con tareas de mantenimiento en cinco refinerías. Mataripe, en Bahía, intervendrá su unidad de Hidrotratamiento de Diésel de 69.000 bpd, mientras que REFAP, en Rio Grande do Sul, prevé trabajos en sus unidades de Destilación de Crudo, Coquización Retardada e Hidrotratamiento de Diésel.

By Leonor Valeria Caminos, Refining Industry Manager - Latin America

Fertil Pampa Avanza Construccion De Planta De Fertilizantes

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Fertil Pampa, filial de Pampa Energía, avanza con su complejo de fertilizantes nitrogenados en Bahía Blanca, provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina, que se construirá en un predio de 80 hectáreas en el puerto local.

By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

Week 10/12/26 - 10/19/26

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IIR Weekly Market Scorecard

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Hormuz Under Fire, Cables Threatened, Markets in Turmoil: Is Anyone Pricing Fragility? What does a market call calm when Middle East Gulf crude flows collapse from more than 20 million barrels a day to roughly 8.5 million in a single week, yet oil slips a dollar on profit taking? Consider what Tehran is actually signaling: not only tankers, but undersea cables, AI infrastructure and European bases as targets. Have we priced the digital chokepoint alongside the maritime one?

Meanwhile, Putin proposes settling Ukraine with Trump and Xi, without Kyiv, as sanctions waivers loosen Russian barrels and missile strikes darken industry and homes before winter. Who bears the cost of transactional peace?

Wall Street buys the AI dip, while CoreWeave's credit swaps flash distress and Oracle edges toward junk. China's trade surplus nears $1 trillion on that same AI hardware demand. America needs 48,000 tons of rare earth magnets and makes 300. U.S. Natural gas sleeps at $3, lulled by warmth. Readers should consider watching the seams: Hormuz transits, credit spreads, Beijing's export controls, and France's streets. Fragility rarely announces itself; it compounds quietly, until customers pay the bill(s), but can they afford such? Who picks up the tab if they cannot?

News by Industry

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NextEra Eyes Strong Backlog, Data Center Hub Strategy

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NextEra highlighted its renewables and battery storage backlog as well as its model for powering data centers without straining the power grid or raising costs for ratepayers.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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42,822 Boilers and Counting: Industrial Info Resources Has the Boiler Data You Need!

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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U.S., Mexico Discuss Natural Gas Trade, Production

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Paraguay abre las puertas a la energía nuclear

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By Leonardo Pablo Aguirre, Power Industry Manager - Latin America

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U.S. Data Center Construction Starts Still Soaring Despite Some Bumps in the Road

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Kinder Morgan Gets Q3 Lift from U.S. Natural Gas

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Kinder Morgan said its adjusted net income for the third quarter was up 22% compared to year-ago levels. The company added that it has a large backlog of projects that could enhance the natural gas sector even further.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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BP Taps Technip FMC for High-Pressure Work in U.S. Gulf

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Guyana apunta a alcanzar una capacidad de producción offshore de 1,46 millones de barriles diarios para 2029

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By Leandro Londero, Oil & Gas Industry Manager - Latin America

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Trump y Sheinbaum abordan el incremento en el comercio y la producción de gas natural entre Estados Unidos y México

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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An Independent Canada Struggles with Energy-Fueled Inflation

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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IIR rastrea US$ 25.000 millones en proyectos de etanol en Brasil a medida que los requisitos de mezcla aumentan al 32%

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Brasil incrementó el contenido obligatorio de etanol en la gasolina común al 32% durante 180 días, con la posibilidad de una posterior extensión.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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  • Brazil Hikes Ethanol Blending Requirements to 32%

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    Industrial Info Resources is tracking 217 active ethanol plants in Brazil and 1,169 ethanol projects in Brazil's Alternative Fuels Industry, representing a combined estimated investment value of US$25 billion.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

  • Europe's Mild Winter Outlook Tests Natural Gas Preparedness

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    Forecasts favor a relatively mild European winter, but lower natural gas inventories, uncertain LNG supplies and the potential for late-season cold outbreaks raise questions about Europe's energy preparedness..

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

  • Argentina Positions Itself as SAF Hub

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    The Argentine Senate last month approved a new bill establishing a biofuel regulatory framework that seeks to increase biofuel content in diesel and gasoline, boost competition in the sector, and support further industry development..

    By Chester Conway, IIR Writing Staff

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Gulf Coast Industries Brace for Hurricane Isaias

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Bolsonaro vs. Lula: What are their Energy, Mining Policies?

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Isaias Forecast to Become First Hurricane of 2026 as Gulf Energy Risks Rise

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Trump Administration at Work to Offset Higher Commodity Prices

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

Featured Story

El Sector de Refinación de Brasil Afrontará una Intensa Campaña de Mantenimiento en 2027

Published

El año comenzará con tareas de mantenimiento en cinco refinerías. Mataripe, en Bahía, intervendrá su unidad de Hidrotratamiento de Diésel de 69.000 bpd, mientras que REFAP, en Rio Grande do Sul, prevé trabajos en sus unidades de Destilación de Crudo, Coquización Retardada e Hidrotratamiento de Diésel.

By Leonor Valeria Caminos, Refining Industry Manager - Latin America

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  • Argentina se posiciona como hub de SAF

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    El Senado argentino aprobó el mes pasado un nuevo proyecto de ley que establece un marco regulatorio para los biocombustibles que busca incrementar el contenido de biocombustible en el diésel y la gasolina, impulsar la competencia en el sector y apoyar un mayor desarrollo de la industria..

    By Chester Conway, IIR Writing Staff

  • Brazil's Refining Sector Faces Major Maintenance Wave in 2027

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    Brazil's refining sector is preparing for an extensive maintenance program in 2027, creating potential opportunities for engineering firms, contractors, equipment suppliers and specialist service providers..

    By Leonor Valeria Caminos, Refining Industry Manager - Latin America

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La decisión de Lula de reducir los precios del combustible va más allá de la gasolina y el diésel

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Lula's Decision to Lower Fuel Prices Extends Beyond Gasoline and Diesel

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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How Could the Supreme Court Rule in Landmark Climate Change Case?

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Brownfield Expansions, Cleaner Fuels Lead Refining Projects in South America

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

Featured Story

Fertil Pampa Avanza Construccion De Planta De Fertilizantes

Published

Fertil Pampa, filial de Pampa Energía, avanza con su complejo de fertilizantes nitrogenados en Bahía Blanca, provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina, que se construirá en un predio de 80 hectáreas en el puerto local.

By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

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Argentina Fertilizer Plant Construction Moves Forward

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By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

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Europe Celebrates Largest Carbon Capture Project

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By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

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Climate Risk Emerges as Power-Plant Design Question

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. States Planning the Most Industrial Spending in 2027

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

Featured Story

Global Copper, Nickel Prices Could Double in 10 Years

Published

Industrial Info Resources is tracking more than more than US$325 billion and US$115 billion worth of copper and nickel mining projects, respectively

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Antofagasta Minerals Boosts Copper Output

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By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Antofagasta Minerals reporta 152.000 toneladas de cobre en el tercer trimestre

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By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Cleveland-Cliffs Touts U.S. Outlook, Defends Stelco Actions

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. Tubular Goods, Pipe Mill Projects Going Strong

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Brazil Expands Already Strong Pulp Sector with World-Scale Projects

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More than 100 projects of all shapes and sizes are lined for Brazil's world-leading pulp sector.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Canada's Retaliatory Tariffs Take Effect

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By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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New-Build U.S. Paper Mills Aimed at Tissue Products, Packaging

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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El Niño Shapes North America Fall, Winter Outlook

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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August Wildfire Outlook Expands Risk Across U.S. Energy Regions

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

Featured Story

Industrial Baked Goods Producers Investing Big in the U.S.

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Industrial Info Resources is tracking more than 250 current and planned capital spending projects at U.S. baked goods plants.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Europe's Mild Winter Outlook Tests Natural Gas Preparedness

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By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Coca-Cola FEMSA Greenlights Plant in Brazil

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By Maria Lidia Lozano, Food & B. / Pulp, P. & W. / Alternative Fuels Latam Regional Manager

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High Global Fuel Prices Are About Refinery Issues as Much as Oil Supply

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Gulf Coast Industries Brace for Hurricane Isaias

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

Featured Story

Blackstone Upbeat on Long-Term Outlook for U.S. Data Centers

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Industrial Info Resources is tracking nearly $150 billion worth of active and proposed projects across the U.S. from Blackstone and its subsidiaries

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. Data Center Construction Starts Still Soaring Despite Some Bumps in the Road

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Argentina, Brazil Lead South America's Top Five Automotive Projects

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Argentina - Data Centers: La Patagonia, el hub emergente de Data Centers

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By Ruth Evelin Vargas, Researcher

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Patagonia Emerges as Data Center Hub in Argentina

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

Featured Story

Latin America's CMO, CDMO Segments Gain Ground

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CMO and CDMO construction projects are escalating in Latin American's Pharmaceutical-Biotech sector.

By Ximena Juarez, Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry Manager - Latin America

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Medical Products Makers Invest in U.S. Manufacturing

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Gulf Coast Industries Brace for Hurricane Isaias

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By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Eli Lilly Advances U.S. Manufacturing Buildout

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By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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U.S. States Planning the Most Industrial Spending in 2027

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

Industry Shorts


News by Geography

Middle East News

Top Story

Long Road Ahead for LNG Recovery, Study Finds

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The worst-case scenario in an analysis on the global LNG market finds a return to normal is largely out of the question this year.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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North America

U.S. Remains Key to Iberdrola's Power Sector Buildout

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Industrial Info Resources is tracking more than $5.7 billion worth of active and proposed projects across the U.S. from Iberdrola and its subsidiaries

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief


Latin America

Argentina se posiciona como hub de SAF

Published

El Senado argentino aprobó el mes pasado un nuevo proyecto de ley que establece un marco regulatorio para los biocombustibles que busca incrementar el contenido de biocombustible en el diésel y la gasolina, impulsar la competencia en el sector y apoyar un mayor desarrollo de la industria.

By Chester Conway, IIR Writing Staff


Europe

EU May Have to Cut Winter Gas Demand

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The European Union (EU) may have to cut winter gas demand by 7% as it heads into the season with gas storage levels at their lowest in 15 years.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor



Africa


Asia

South Korea's US$747 Billion Energy Transition Plan

Published

The South Korean government has unveiled a plan to target 100 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy by 2030 as part of a wide ranging energy transition plan.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor


Oceania

Australia's Strategic Fix for Natural-Gas Availability

Published

Australia's east-coast gas market requires a coordinated strategy to maintain natural-gas availability, protect LNG operations and support the country's electricity transition.

By Megha Rawat, Manager



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