MANAMA: The Bahraini government has announced adjustments to natural gas prices for companies and factories.Following a review of decisions made in 2015 and an analysis of local and global market conditions, the price will be adjusted to better reflect the actual cost of consumption.Implementation:The new pricing begins in January 2026.Rate of Increase:Prices will increase by $0.50 per year over a four-year period.Purpose:The move aims to close the gap between local and global prices, encourage energy efficiency, and push industrial facilities to invest in renewable energy.Vehicle Fuel Pricing MechanismThe government is establishing a new committee consisting of government entities and companies to determine local fuel prices on a monthly basis.This initiative is designed to reflect global price fluctuations while maintaining economic efficiency.Types of Fuel Affected:Super (98 octane), Premium (95 octane), Regular (91 octane), and Diesel.Support for Citizens:Support for diesel will continue specifically for Bahraini fishermen.Status:The committee held a meeting on the day of the report and is expected to announce the updated fuel prices shortly.Earlier, Bahrain has become the first country in the GCC to launch Satellite Direct-to-Device services, bridging the gap between standard smartphones and space.This milestone ensures that whether you’re in the heart of the desert or miles out at sea, a signal is always within reach.Bahrain’s TRA has quietly redrawn the map of mobile coverage, letting everyday phones talk directly to satellites , a small signal change with a big, reassuring hum for travellers, fishermen and emergency services.The move comes after a formal consultation and regulatory review led by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, which has framed D2D authorisation as a strategic pillar in Bahrain’s wider push to be a global connectivity hub.Philip Marnick, the TRA’s general director, framed the launch as both a technical milestone and a public-good measure: beyond fresh roaming options, it’s about safety, continuity and economic activity where ground networks can’t help.