In the first half of 2025, Ecopetrol significantly increased its labor opportunities, adding 66,052 new hires through its network of contractors as part of its commitment to regional economic development.
Despite a recent recovery in global oil prices, Ecopetrol’s (NYSE: EC) share price continues its downward trend, weighed down by investor concerns over government policy decisions and corporate governance at Colombia’s largest company.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) successfully completed its first direct export operation of light liquid paraffin from the Barrancabermeja refinery, marking a significant step in the company’s strategy to expand its petrochemical product reach across Latin America.
In a major step toward decarbonizing air travel, Colombia’s Civil Aviation Authority (Aerocivil) and Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) through the new program “SAF Vuela”.
In a landmark move to diversify Colombia’s energy matrix, the government of President Gustavo Petro has officially authorized Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) to move forward with geothermal exploration projects.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced a major step forward in its energy transition strategy with the launch of a new geothermal energy project in the southern department of Nariño.
In a notable step toward sustainability and innovation, Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced a circular economy initiative that captures carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from its Barrancabermeja refinery and transforms them into everyday products such as carbonated beverage gas, dry ice, and refrigeration systems used in food transport.
A dispute between Colombia’s state oil company, Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC), and the National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) escalated over the payment of a 19% Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel imports made between 2022 and 2024.
Colombia’s state-owned oil company Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced an extension of its temporary 50% fee reduction for converting and purchasing its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), following a favorable market response.
The discovery of the Sirius offshore gas field in Colombia’s Caribbean waters has been hailed as a breakthrough for the country’s energy future. With an estimated output of 450mmcfd, about 45% of the national demand, the project promises to provide short-term relief amid growing concerns about domestic gas shortages.
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