Gulf states consider bypassing Strait of Hormuz with new oil pipelines via Haifa - FT
The Financial Times reported that the Gulf states aim to create a new network of pipelines, roads, and railways to stop relying on the Strait of Hormuz.
Energy & Infrastructure
Mekorot reports strong core growth in 2025, but regulatory changes drive heavy net loss
More than a port - a strategic anchor for Israel
Asia is most affected continent by Strait of Hormuz closure, with 80% of Gulf energy imports
Strong Women Leaders Discuss Creating Change: Equality, Environment, and the Next Generation
These women bring to the forefront, professional challenges they have faced and the solutions they brought to the table.
The leader of Kibbutz Nahal Oz shared stories of resilience and vision for the future
Michal Magen honored the women of the Nahal Oz community, highlighting their significant roles in future rebuilding efforts: “Our challenge - rebuild to be even better than before.”
Mekorot concludes 2024 with a NIS 215 million profit
Agricultural water consumption up 9%, EBITDA reaches NIS 1.33 billion.
NewMed CEO: 'We Brought National Oil Companies Here'
Yossi Abu, who participated in the Maariv and Walla Economic Conference, spoke about granting exploration licenses to a consortium that includes Azerbaijan's national oil company.
Bazan Group reports resilient 2024 performance, distributes $50M in dividends
Bazan posts a net profit of $113M for 2024. The board approves a $50M dividend, reflecting 75% of annual profit.
Bladeranger divests Deepsolar to Painreform in strategic move
Bladeranger sells its Deepsolar software to Painreform in a $4M stock deal, refocusing on its core solar panel cleaning technology.
Tender issued for operating Tel Aviv congestion charge
The Finance Ministry issued Tel Aviv congestion charge tender, covering planning, construction, and operation. The project, expected in 2026 but likely delayed, aims to generate NIS 1.3B annually.
Light rail, heavy headache: What Jerusalemites think of the light rail construction
The Red Line was suspended for five days this past week. Beyond the inconvenience, where do the municipality and Jerusalemites stand on construction of the new lines to come?
Azerbaijan's state oil co. to buy Tamar offshore gas stake
State-owned SOCAR manages Azerbaijan's oil and gas industry and the investment in Israel has major geopolitical implications and brings Israel and Azerbaijan even closer together diplomatically.
Seven proposals submitted for Shafdan effluents treatment facility pre-qualification
The Inter-Ministerial Tender Committee for Supplemental Treatment of Shafdan Effluents announced that seven groups submitted proposals for the international tender.
