Key Takeaways
- Guyana's average crude oil production experienced a slight decline in June, falling to 664,000 barrels per day (bpd) from 667,000 bpd in May, according to government data.
- The European Commission has initiated an in-depth investigation into investment aid provided by Poland to MAN Trucks Sp. z o.o. for the expansion of its factory in Niepołomice, to determine if the support aligns with EU State aid rules.
- This probe occurs amidst Poland's broader efforts to decarbonize its heavy-duty transport sector, including significant subsidy programs offering up to PLN 750,000 per zero-emission truck and 100% funding for charging infrastructure.
Guyana, a rapidly emerging oil producer, reported a marginal decrease in its average crude production for June 2025. The government's bulletin indicated that output fell to 664,000 bpd from 667,000 bpd recorded in May. Despite this slight dip, the South American nation's energy sector continues to be a significant economic driver.
The consortium responsible for nearly all of Guyana's oil and gas output, led by Exxon Mobil (XOM) and including Hess (HES) and China's CNOOC, anticipates a substantial increase in production capacity. The country expects to surpass 900,000 bpd later this year with the commencement of operations at a fourth floating production facility. The Guyanese government projects securing $2.5 billion from its burgeoning energy sector this year, building on an economic growth rate of over 40% in 2024.
Meanwhile, in Europe, the European Commission has launched an in-depth investigation into investment aid granted by Poland to MAN Trucks Sp. z o.o. for the expansion of its factory in Niepołomice. The Commission seeks to assess whether this support complies with the stringent EU State aid rules.
This investigation comes as Poland has introduced robust financial incentives aimed at modernizing its heavy-duty transport fleets with zero-emission vehicles and expanding EV charging infrastructure. Programs launched in 2025 offer substantial support, including up to PLN 750,000 per zero-emission truck and full funding for eligible charging infrastructure projects. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has also approved aid programs totaling €1.4 billion for Poland's electric heavy truck investment and charging infrastructure, with €465 million specifically allocated for eHDV purchase subsidies.
Ed Liston is a senior contributing editor at TheStockMarketWatch.com. An active market watcher and investor, Ed guides an independent team of experienced analysts and writes for multiple stock trader publications.