Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) development advanced globally in August 2025, marked by new strategic partnerships and expanded adoption. Lufthansa Cargo and CEVA Logistics scaled up their SAF use to decarbonize air freight operations, while Finnair and CN Logistics formed a joint initiative to reduce Scope 3 emissions across their value chains. The sector saw continued […]

ADI Analytics has just published our global diesel demand forecast. While the long-term outlook for gasoline is characterized by significant regional divergence, it is clear that diesel is here to stay. After a period of relative stagnation since 2015, global diesel demand is projected to grow well through 2045. This resilient growth trajectory, faster than the pace […]

In the August 2025 edition of the ADI Newsletter, U.S. shale expertise is highlighted as a driving force behind global growth in unconventional oil and gas. Natural gas and LNG have become central to energy strategies worldwide, influenced by AI, data centers, energy security, and reshoring. Moreover, the plastics industry is rapidly evolving toward sustainability […]

Global partnerships to advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) strengthened in July 2025, driven by new corporate commitments and funding initiatives across major regions. Formula One reported a reduction in its carbon footprint through SAF use, while partnerships involving Avia Solutions Group, Clariant, and INERATEC advanced new logistics and technology collaborations in Europe and Asia Pacific. […]

The U.S. oil and gas industry is seeing a renewed interest in refracturing (refracs), a process that re-stimulates existing wells to boost productivity. This is especially true as Tier 1 drilling locations become harder to find. Refracs aren’t new, but recent technological advancements and compelling economics are making them a vital part of operators’ strategies. […]

ADI Analytics had a highly productive presence at the International Refining and Petrochemical Conference (IRPC) in Houston this October. Our CEO, Uday Turaga, attended this vital industry event, which focused on the latest advancements in technology, services, and operational strategies shaping the refining and petrochemical sectors. Turaga discussed the critical trends and strategic insights with […]

Panuswee Dwivedi, Project Manager, represented ADI Analytics at the Gastech Exhibition and Conference from September 9-12, 2025, in Milan, Italy. Gastech is a premier event for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and low-carbon solutions. She joined the Texas delegation at the Texas Pavilion, where we had a booth, to discuss the latest trends and insights across […]

We recently wrote about litigation around produced water and its critical mineral content. That is not the only lawsuit surrounding water management. Shale independent Stateline Operating is seeking $180 million in damages from operator Devon Energy and water treatment services provider Aris Water Solutions. It alleges that the large volume of wastewater injection led to contamination […]

The U.S. refining industry has undergone rapid transformation in recent years, driven by shifting market conditions, evolving regulations, and increasing reliance on export markets. In response, American refineries have adapted with speed and flexibility to remain competitive in an evolving dynamic environment. To keep pace with a rapidly evolving refining landscape, industry stakeholders need data […]

As the global oil and gas industry adapts to slower demand growth and increasing pressure to decarbonize, Africa is quietly reasserting itself as a frontier for upstream exploration. As seen in Exhibit 1, oil reserves in Africa have been concentrated in a few producers, particularly Libya, Nigeria, and Algeria. Exhibit 1. Oil reserves by the […]

On June 27, 2025, the Texas Supreme Court ruled in Cactus Water Services, LLC v. COG Operating, LLC. It declared that produced water is oil & gas waste and therefore belongs to the hydrocarbon lessee i.e. oil & gas operator typically. This landmark decision clarifies that the right to produce oil & gas inherently includes […]

In the mid-2010s, clients worldwide sought ADI’s help to replicate shale’s success. I spoke at conferences in the UAE, Australia, India, Thailand, and Europe on developing unconventional resources domestically. Sadly, many efforts failed, and unconventional resource development has only recently picked up outside the U.S. most notably in Argentina, China, and Australia. International players and some […]