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Asian countries see LNG purchases from US as means to address Trump’s tariffs
America’s trading partners in Asia are seeking to find a means to avoid US tariffs. For some, agreeing to purchase more LNG from the US or join the Alaska LNG project is the way to do it.
Vietnam LNG strategy speeds up as Ca Na Power Plant is given approval
Vietnam has taken a major step forward in its gas-powered infrastructure expansion with the formal approval of the Ca Na LNG thermal power plant project.
Equinor’s Hammerfest LNG terminal goes offline until July for maintenance
Norway’s state-owned Equinor has shut down its Hammerfest LNG terminal until July for annual maintenance.
Singapore’s 14 proposals to expand LNG as a marine fuel supply
Singapore’s ambitions to become a leading global hub for cleaner marine fuels have taken a major step forward, as the country’s port authority confirms it has received 14 proposals aimed at scaling up the supply of LNG as a marine fuel.
Indonesia awards five oil and gas blocks in drive to bolster energy security
The newly allocated blocks are situated in both onshore and offshore areas that, while rich in resources, remain largely under-explored.
BLOG: LNG gets politicised
We are currently witnessing a collapse in LNG trade between the US, the world’s largest exporter of the super-chilled fuel and its biggest importer, China – an event with profound and far-reaching consequences for the global LNG market.
EU mulls easing methane rules for US LNG
The European Union could take action to make it simpler for US LNG imports to meet the bloc’s methane emissions requirements.
Morocco to issue tender for floating LNG terminal
Morocco is set to issue a tender for a floating LNG terminal on the country’s northeastern coast.
Indonesia launches $130mn gas facility to boost energy security and regional growth
Indonesia inaugurated a $130mn gas processing project in Jambi Province on April 16, signalling a major step toward enhancing domestic energy supply and regional economic development,
China’s CNOOC bypasses US and signs LNG deal with ADNOC amid escalating tariff war
State-run China National Offshore Oil Corporation has come to agreement with Abu Dhabi National Oil Corp to purchase LNG from the Gulf company.
Canada weighs building new LNG export terminal on Hudson Bay
Canadian officials are mulling the possibility of building an export terminal on Hudson Bay to enable LNG to be shipped easily year-round to markets in Europe.
Bulgaria grants offshore oil, gas exploration contract to Shell
Bulgaria’s Ministry of Energy has signed a contract with Dutch-based Shell Exploration & Production for oil and gas exploration in offshore Block 1-26 Khan Tervel, located in the country's exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea.
Brazil's MGas taps Argentina gas
MGas, a natural gas trader in Brazil’s free market controlled by J&F Investimentos, has initiated imports of Argentine gas via the Bolivia-Brazil pipeline, the company said.
Woodside, Uniper strike LNG supply deals
Australia’s Woodside Petroleum has entered into LNG sale and purchase agreements with Germany’s Uniper for the supply of up to 1mn tpy from Louisiana LNG, as well as up to 1mn tpy from its global portfolio.
South Korea ramps up LNG shipments by near fifth in March
South Korea, the world's third-largest LNG importer after Japan and China, increased imports of the super-chilled fuel by 18% year-on-year to 4.27mn tonnes in March.
BP announces first cargo from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project in Mauritania, Senegal
BP has safely loaded the first cargo of liquefied natural gas from the offshore Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project on the maritime border between Mauritania and Senegal.
Calcasieu Pass LNG begins commercial operations after over three years in commissioning
Venture Global LNG has begun commercial operations at its Calcasieu Pass LNG export terminal in Louisiana.
Pantheon spells out hopes for Alaskan oil assets
Pantheon Resources is optimistic that it is in the right place at the right time as it sets out plans to develop its oil acreage in Alaska.
Colombia considers long-term gas import contracts amid trade deficit
Colombia is evaluating the implementation of multi-year natural gas import agreements to address a projected supply shortfall and stabilise domestic prices.
Thailand looks to boost US LNG imports ahead of trade talks, eyes regional hub role
Thailand’s finance minister is set to meet with state energy firm PTT on April 16 to discuss plans to increase imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States.
Sahara Group signs 20-year deal with Amigo LNG for Mexican exports
International energy and infrastructure giant Sahara Group has signed a 20-year LNG Sales and Purchase Agreement with Amigo LNG S.A. de C.V., the Mexican arm of Singapore-based LNG Alliance, the company announced in a press release on April 16.
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