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Global energy markets appear to be operating under a fragile assumption: that the disruption in the Persian Gulf will be temporary. Futures prices in both oil and natural gas reflect that expectation — for now. Brent crude remained relatively stable on March 4, 2026, trading close to $80 per barrel, while European natural gas prices … Περισσότερα
It is well known that war — especially when prolonged — generates inflation. That is precisely the direction in which current forecasts are moving for both the Eurozone as a whole and Greece specifically. Natural gas and oil act as force multipliers: they push up energy prices, transportation costs, production inputs and ultimately consumer goods. … Περισσότερα
Artificial intelligence needs power.A lot of it. And the electricity grid may not be ready. America’s Power Problem: Why the AI Boom Could Spark an Energy Security Crunch The artificial intelligence boom is being sold as a software revolution. But its true constraint is not code. It is electricity. Across the United States, data center … Περισσότερα
AI Summary New ship technology is redefining competitiveness in shipping. Energy efficiency, fuel flexibility and regulatory compliance are now strategic assets — not ESG add-ons. From Compliance to Strategy For decades, environmental rules were treated as a cost. Today, they are a filter for market access. Newbuildings equipped with ME-GI, X-DF or dual-fuel systems outperform … Περισσότερα