As you can perhaps tell from my own personal passion for, and excitement in, podcasting, and my genuine thrill at having such insightful and detailed conversations with some of the world’s top energy, policy, and thought leaders, EIC’s fastest growing promotional platform in 2025 was indeed audio podcasting, and so we are super excited to now be launching video podcasting as a further option to help EIC cement its position as the world’s voice of the energy supply chain.
EIC VIDEO PODCASTS ARE COMING
After the huge success of EIC’s audio podcasts, which we launched in 2025, we are now delighted to confirm that we will be launching EIC video podcasts in 2026. Now is your chance to secure a prime sponsorship position with EIC as our Platinum Podcast Partner for some or all of our 2026 video podcast content. Contact laura.carvalho@the-eic. com to learn more New EICAssetMap FPSO data EVENT
EICAssetMap shows 247 Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessels across 27 countries and 81 Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) units across 25. Brazil leads FPSO markets, with Petrobras operating 54 units, while TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil and Woodside each have nine. The dataset also includes 201 interconnectors across 46 countries, led by China, with detailed information on ownership, technology and system specifications.
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Bankable Energies 2026 wrapped up in London after a full day of in-depth discussions focused on improving bankability and accelerating the transition of energy projects from design to delivery. A key takeaway from the conference was that bankability extends beyond simply securing financing. It depends on long-term visibility, effective risk allocation, and the ability to sustain momentum from concept through to grid
Energy Intelligence with the EIC API
T he EIC API enables companies to access EIC’s project and company data directly within their own systems, supporting more efficient workflows and integration of up to date intelligence. Leading organisations are already seeing the benefits. As HKA, a global consultancy firm, shares from its experience:
connection. Expert speakers included Sizewell C, Equinor, CIP Terra Technologies, Lloyd’s Register, Worley, EET, KPMG, DESNZ, HSBC, and more. We look forward to welcoming you to Bankable Energies 2027 in March next year. On Monday 16 March, senior leaders from over 20 member organisations gathered in London to discuss the de industrialisation of the UK. This marked the first meeting of the Directorate of the Energy Supply Chain (DESC) Committee, established to guide and strengthen our policy and advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.
“Our company recently incorporated the EIC API into our global subscription. We are using it internally to assist with the research and tracking of various key account clients we work for.”
The 10th edition of Survive & Thrive will be released in July, featuring contributions from over 150 companies across the energy sector. This milestone edition will bring together valuable industry insights and perspectives.
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EIC MARKET INTELLIGENCE NEWS
EICSupplyMap News
by Christopher Shirley, Market Intelligence Manager (Supply Chain)
EICSupplyMap - What’s new? The next soft launched countries are due to come out at the end of April 2026 with the additions of France, Norway, Netherlands, and Japan taking the database to a new total of 16 countries. Like all of our countries currently within EICSupplyMap these new expansions will be inclusive of all energy sectors. Keep an eye on the horizon for further expansion updates!
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by Lim Xiao Shuen, APAC Analyst- Oper-
ational Assets and Decommissioning
I contributed to our recently released Asia Pacific hydrogen report, and some key findings on the operational landscape show that the hydrogen sector in Asia Pacific remains largely dominated by grey hydrogen production, with only a few hydrogen liquefaction facilities currently operating. Most existing green hydrogen installations in the region are small-scale demonstration or pilot projects, while larger electrolysers are found mainly in key markets like India, Japan, and Australia.
EICDataStream News
by Mariana Messere, Energy Analyst –O&G - Americas
EICDataStream is currently tracking a fleet renewal and expansion programme by Petrobras and its subsidiary Transpetro aimed at increasing transportation capacity of refined products and reducing Petrobras’ reliance on chartered vessels.
EICDataStream estimates around US$6.12bn in newbuild investments, with three open tenders and 17 contracts already awarded to international and Brazilian shipyards. In the latest tender to build four MR1 tankers, four companies submitted bids, with the lowest offer coming from a Brazilian shipyard.
EIC Datacentre News
by Nurul Fatimah, Energy Analyst (Data Centre)
As EIC’s data centre database continues to expand, more than 300 ongoing projects are currently being tracked worldwide. North America accounts for the largest share at 54%, followed by Europe at 24%. Asia, Australasia, and the Indian Subcontinent represent 17% of projects, while the Middle East and South America together account for 5%. The growing pipeline reflects sustained global investment in hyperscale infrastructure and rising demand for digital and AI-driven compute capacity.
EIC Consult News
by Rodrigo Matsuda, Junior Energy Consultant
Fresh off a new consultancy win with a leading renewables developer, EIC Consult is going to be looking into permitting timelines for onshore wind and solar across key European markets come April. We’ll be using our data to analyse how fast projects move through permitting to construction with an emphasis on the regulations, roadblocks, and real-world factors that can influence this.
EICSupplyMap
Expands With Key Industry Contacts
Work is underway by our analysts to add details of major developers and operators into EICSupplyMap. As part of this work the team are also compiling details on key contacts for these organisations, while also adding details of ‘Procurement’ and ‘Supply Chain’ professionals to the global EPC and OEM Supplier records in the database. Stay tuned on our social media channels for further announcements on this new benefit for members.
Hydrogen momentum in Asia-Pacific is slowing as projects struggle to advance beyond early stages, with weak offtake demand, infrastructure gaps and supply-chain constraints delaying progress, according to the latest EIC Asia Pacific Hydrogen Report.
Data from EIC shows 221 hydrogen projects proposed across the region, representing around $407bn in potential investment. Australia and India lead the pipeline, with Australia accounting for about $240bn across 63 projects and India contributing roughly $105bn from 60 projects, as both countries position themselves as major future producers.
However, the market remains at an early stage. Of the region’s 56.35GW green hydrogen pipeline, only 6.46GW is currently under construction, while contract awards have slowed significantly, dropping to 27 in 2025 from 54 the previous year.
The report highlights that many large-scale export projects and hydrogen hubs remain stalled at feasibility due to weak offtake
certainty, permitting delays, infrastructure shortfalls and supplychain constraints, raising doubts over how quickly projects can reach final investment decisions. Investment is also concentrated. Australia dominates total planned spending despite several projects being delayed or scaled back, while India is showing stronger execution supported by policy-backed demand and earlier buyer alignment.
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Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS/ CCUS) is rapidly emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic energy transition frontiers. According to EIC, DataStream, 37 CCS/CCUS projects are currently being tracked across ASEAN, representing USD 17.52 billion in CAPEX through 2032. Malaysia and Indonesia continue to strengthen their roles as regional hubs — with Malaysia leading both in project count and investment, supported by rising EPC activity and several projects now moving into construction.
Projects to Watch:
• Sunda-Asri CCS (Indonesia): Licence requested for saline aquifer storage; targeting 2.5 mtpa injection by 2030 with a 180 km pipeline, onshore terminal and offshore injection wells.
• Arthit Offshore Gas Field CCS (Thailand): FID achieved in September 2025 and now progressing toward implementation.
• Abadi CCS (Indonesia): FEED awarded in August 2025 alongside the FPSO scope; EPC award
pending between two major consortium bidders.
• Offshore Central Luconia CCS (Malaysia): PETROS and Woodside Energy have signed a Storage Study Agreement to assess carbon storage feasibility at Site 3A under the Sarawak Bid Round 2024.
Want to get access to deeper insights like these? Contact EIC’s membership team
Number of projects and project stages of CCS/CCUS
LOOK BACK AT OUR RECENT EVENTS
The Middle East Project Outlook Webinar
The Middle East Project Outlook – Early Insights & Market Signals webinar attracted a record 150 registrations and was well received by industry stakeholders. Despite ongoing market uncertainty, the strong engagement was encouraging. EIC analysts delivered a comprehensive overview of regional project activity, offering valuable insights to help businesses better understand market dynamics and navigate evolving opportunities and challenges across the Middle East energy sector.
Houston Business Breakfast Series
The North & Central America region continued its Houston Business Breakfast series with its third event, held in January. Speakers from Chevron and Koil Energy introduced their organisations, shared updates on global operations, and highlighted key challenges and emerging opportunities for the supply chain. Delegates actively participated in an engaging Q&A session, contributing to a dynamic and insightful discussion among industry professionals.
Women of Energy Lunch
EIC South America hosted another Women of Energy Lunch in late March, bringing together women from across the energy sector to foster connection, exchange insights, and support professional growth. This edition, focused on Artificial Intelligence, highlighted innovation and digital transformation, while reinforcing EIC’s commitment to building an inclusive, collaborative environment that empowers women and strengthens the development of our regional network.
EIC Asia Pacific Iftar Networking 2026
Bringing the energy sector together
this Ramadhan, EIC hosted its Asia Pacific Iftar Networking 2026 on 5th March 2026 at Kampunglah, Kuala
Lumpur, sponsored by Alam Dingin Sdn Bhd. The event welcomed 120+ industry leaders from leading organisations such as PETRONAS, Malaysia Airlines, Business Events Sarawak, and other key players, offering a vibrant platform for networking, collaboration, and industry connections in a warm, festive setting.
Opportunities in Teesside 2026
Teesside’s role in the UK’s energy transition was highlighted during Opportunities in Teesside 2026. Industry leaders shared updates on major projects shaping the region’s future, including Net Zero Teesside, the Northern Endurance Partnership, SeAH Wind’s monopile facility, X-energy’s advanced nuclear plans, and RWE’s Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, reinforcing the region’s strategic importance in supporting the UK’s growing low-carbon energy sector.
WESCA 2026: Be Part of the World’s Biggest Energy Awards
EIC is proud to confirm that the WESCAs are now the largest energy awards programme in the world! In 2025, 138 companies (all EIC members) were lucky enough to be named as award finalists, and 38 went on to win a WESCA award, in one of the 16 award categories. So, how do you apply for a WESCA? It is simple – you just need to be an EIC member. EIC is the fifth largest energy supply chain trade association
in the world, approaching 1,000 members, so there is a good chance your company is already an EIC member. However, if your company is not yet an EIC member, fear not, as we still have plenty of time to show you the benefits of EIC membership with a live demo, so you can decide if its right for you. As soon as you sign up to EIC membership, you can immediately apply for a WESCA. Once you are a member, the WESCA application
Discover Where the WESCAs Are Heading this year
process is done via EIC Survive & Thrive interviews. Survive & Thrive is designed to showcase successful growth strategies companies use in tough markets, with minimal hassle and at no cost.
Companies who have been interviewed for Survive & Thrive then have their success story automatically entered in the WESCA programme too, for no extra work and again at no cost.
Benefits
The WESCAs offer the chance to win a globally recognised award, the highest recognition in the energy industry.
Additional benefits of being a winner
• WESCA statuette
• winner certificate
• winner digital badge
• company promoted on EIC platforms
Energy Focus Spring Edition
UPCOMING EVENT Connect Italy 2026 will bring together senior representatives from across the energy industry in Milan in June 2026 to discuss the key opportunities and challenges shaping Italy’s evolving energy landscape.
The event will provide a platform for industry dialogue, market insights, and strategic networking, connecting project developers, investors, supply chain companies, and policymakers active in the sector.
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In its new Spring 2026 edition, Energy Focus explores the concept of bankable energy and what it takes for projects to secure investment in a shifting global landscape. The magazine examines how policy certainty, financing approaches and supply chain readiness influence project viability, while reflecting the themes discussed at the Bankable Energies event on 17 March, and features a View from the Top interview with Julia Pyke, Clean Power Commissioner at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, discussing financing new nuclear, cost reduction and UK energy security.
Your Monthly Energy News: Stay ahead with Inside Energy, the EIC’s monthly online publication packed with global industry news, event highlights, expert insights and member stories. From regional updates to exclusive member content, it’s your go-to source for what’s shaping the energy world. This month’s edition is featured at Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), with further advertising opportunities in upcoming 2026 key global events such as Oil & Gas Asia (OGA), Rio Oil & Gas (ROG.e) and ADIPEC. Members benefit from free online ads and special print rates, with options also available to non-members. Contact
REGIONAL UPDATES
Middle East News
As the new financial year began, we maintained focus despite global uncertainty. Our members showed resilience, innovation and leadership. Following EIC Connect KSA’s success, new events in the UAE and Qatar were announced, alongside webinars and industry gatherings. We continued supporting members through insights, networking and initiatives, with strong engagement ahead of the upcoming Survive & Thrive report and WESCAs.
America News South
At the beginning of 2026, EIC South America delivered a strong programme of webinars, with April featuring a session on Venezuela’s energy landscape. The growing FPSO sector continued to position Brazil at the centre of global activity, with key events taking place in May. Recent industry gatherings also fostered dialogue, strengthening collaboration across offshore operations and the regional energy supply chain.
Clarisse Rocha Director, Americas
EIC Social Media
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Here you will find a selection of some of the exciting EIC activities and useful industry information we have shared through our social media channel.
UK News
This year, we recognised organisations reaching milestone EIC memberships. Their long-standing engagement, spanning 5 to 80 years, continued to inspire stronger support for members. In 2026, 27 organisations will be acknowledged for their commitment and will receive certificates. We also look forward to connecting at upcoming events, with further details available online.
North & Central
America News
In recent weeks, the North and Central America region brought together industry voices to discuss the evolving energy landscape. A February webinar explored US policy and market dynamics, while a Houston breakfast highlighted supplier opportunities. Discussions emphasised collaboration across LNG, oil and gas, and renewables, with continued engagement expected at upcoming EIC events, including OTC 2026.
Asia Pacific News
It was not too late to wish all Muslims a blessed Ramadan, bringing renewal, gratitude and peace. February proved busy across Asia Pacific, with engagements in Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore, strengthening partnerships and industry dialogue. Events, conferences and the Beyond Borders series saw strong participation. Preparations also advanced for future programmes, reflecting growing momentum and continued regional ambition.
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