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Aramco, Sempra sign deal progressing Port Arthur LNG
Subsidiaries of Sempra Energy and Saudi Aramco signed an interim project participation agreement this week that takes the proposed Port Arthur LNG project in Texas one step closer to a final investment decision.
Bulgaria’s Bulgartransgaz to acquire 20% stake in Greek LNG terminal, PM Borissov says
Greece's DEPA to buy into new LNG import terminal
Peru LNG reports exports down again in December
Peru LNG, the operator of a gas liquefaction plant and export terminal in Pampa Melchorita, reported that its export volumes had declined year on year in the last month of 2019.
Novatek expands on Gydan, launches new field
Nigeria LNG makes FID on Train 7 expansion project
The Nigeria LNG (NLNG) consortium revealed in late December that it had made a final investment decision (FID) on the construction of a seventh production train at its natural gas liquefaction plant on Bonny Island.
Tellurian allowed to begin site preparation work for Driftwood LNG
Tellurian has been given the go-ahead by US regulators to start preparation work at the site of its proposed Driftwood LNG terminal in Louisiana, on the Gulf Coast.
Energas plans 2021 start for Pakistan LNG terminal
Pakistan’s Energas is planning to start up an LNG import terminal in 2021 that would be the country’s largest, pending approval to begin construction.
Developers request to put Philippine LNG on hold
China’s CNOOC Gas and Power and Phoenix Petroleum Philippines have asked for plans to build the $2bn Tanglawan LNG hub project in the Philippines to be put on hold.
Gunvor solidifies role as largest independent LNG trader
Commodity trader Gunvor Group said this week that it had delivered 16mn tonnes of LNG this year, marking an increase of 45% on 2018.
Peru LNG reports exports down year on year in November
Peru LNG, a consortium that operates a gas liquefaction plant and export terminal in Pampa Melchorita, saw export volumes decline year on year in the month of November.
Petrobras to begin leasing LNG terminal in north-eastern Brazil
Petrobras has said it will begin leasing its LNG regasification terminal in the north-eastern part of the country, in line with a national effort to open up the country’s natural gas market to more competition.
One step forward, two steps back for Kitimat LNG
Chevron has said it could sell its entire stake in the Kitimat LNG project, within days of receiving an expanded export licence for the facility.
Nigeria LNG signs gas delivery deal with Vitol, finds gas for Train 7
Nigeria LNG (NLNG) has signed a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Vitol, the international commodities trading giant.
Yamal LNG's entire carrier fleet now in service
Report: Singapore’s LNG imports to more than triple by 2028
Singapore’s imports of LNG are forecast to more than triple by 2028, according to a new report.
Turkey, US to negotiate increased LNG trade in 2020
The US and Turkey are set to discuss ramping up LNG trade early next year.
India continues campaign to extend gas’ reach
India’s efforts to expand the use of natural gas within the country’s primary energy mix continued this week with the opening of the country’s first liquefied natural gas dispensing station.
Freeport LNG marks milestones
McDermott International, Chiyoda International and Zachry Group, the engineering, procurement and construction contractors on the Freeport LNG export project in Texas, have announced two milestones on the development of the terminal.
US regulators approve New Jersey LNG-by-rail plan
Federal regulators in the US have approved the use of trains to ship LNG to Gibbstown, New Jersey, from Wyalusing in north-eastern Pennsylvania.
Exxon launches surveys for Far Eastern LNG project
Chevron gains expanded export licence for Kitimat LNG
Chevron has been granted an expanded export licence for its proposed Kitimat LNG export project, in a boost to Canada’s nascent LNG industry.
Elengy fully books French LNG terminal
Total doubles down on bunkering
A subsidiary of Total has announced a pair of separate but related deals on its LNG bunkering operations in France.
Energy Transfer, Shell release Lake Charles LNG tender
Energy Transfer and Royal Dutch Shell have released a commercial tender package for the Lake Charles LNG project, which they are proposing to build in Louisiana.
McDermott, Chiyoda introduce feed gas to Cameron LNG Train 2
McDermott International and Chiyoda International, the joint venture contractors on the Cameron LNG export project in Louisiana, have introduced feed gas to the second train at the terminal.
ExxonMobil cancels Australian LNG import project
ExxonMobil said this week that it was abandoning plans to build a liquefied natural gas import terminal in Australia’s south-eastern state of Victoria.
Asian LNG spot prices sink further amid warnings of overpayment on contracts
Asian LNG spot prices – already depressed this year – fell further this week, amid warnings that buyers of the fuel could pay considerably more if they purchase it under long-term contracts.
PGNiG enters Lithuanian LNG market
BPTT comments on prospects for directing gas from BHP fields to Atlantic LNG
BP Trinidad & Tobago (BPTT) has expressed interest in the possibility of working with BHP (Australia) to find new sources of feedstock for Atlantic LNG.
Peru LNG reports exports up year on year in October
Peru LNG, a consortium that operates a gas liquefaction plant and export terminal in Pampa Melchorita, saw export volumes rise year on year in the month of October.
Elengy, Rubis team up on French LNG storage facility
France’s Elengy and Rubis Terminal have signed a memorandum of understanding on launching preliminary studies on the construction of an LNG storage facility to meet local retail demand for the fuel.
Qatar delays NFE award, expands LNG production plan
Despite delays at its North Field Expansion project, Qatar has increased its LNG production outlook as a result of positive results from recent drilling and appraisal work at the field.
Mozambique LNG to receive $400mn loan from AfDB
The African Development Bank has approved a $400mn long-term senior loan to support the Mozambique LNG project, which is being developed by a consortium led by France’s Total.
Qatar delays NFE award, rocks LNG market
PNG “disappointed” by Exxon’s rejection of P’nyang terms
Papua New Guinea (PNG) Minister for Petroleum and Energy Kerenga Kua has said he is disappointed with ExxonMobil’s rejection of the government’s terms for the proposed P’nyang natural gas project.
Gunvor to market all LNG from Louisiana’s Commonwealth project
Gunvor Group agreed this week to double the maximum amount of LNG that it would buy from the proposed Commonwealth LNG project in Lousiana, on the US Gulf Coast, as well as marketing the remainder of the facility's output.
FERC approves four Texas LNG projects
The US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has granted approvals for the construction of four LNG projects in Texas – comprised of three greenfield ventures and one expansion of an existing facility.
Sonatrach sees pipeline gas sales sinking, spot LNG sales rising
Sonatrach, Algeria’s national oil company (NOC), anticipates a sharp drop in natural gas sales this year.
South Africa’s DNG preparing to start LNG bunkering
South African infrastructure company DNG Energy has said it will start LNG bunkering operations in Algoa Bay in the second quarter of 2020.
Market oversupply causes Pavilion to cancel cargo
Oversupply in the global market has led Singapore’s Pavilion Energy to cancel the loading of a US LNG cargo, and more such moves could follow.
PNG set to start P’nyang renegotiations with ExxonMobil
The government of Papua New Guinea is set to start talks with ExxonMobil in an attempt to negotiate better terms for the P’Nyang gas project.
Australia must decide the next step in its energy story
Australia is at a crossroads as it decides its energy future. The country is a major natural gas producer, output of which has boomed over the past years to meet ever-increasing demand from buyers across Asia.
Tango LNG’s first commercial cargo sold to Petrobras
Brazil’s national oil company (NOC) Petrobras has been identified as the buyer of the first commercial cargo of LNG lifted from Tango, a floating gas liquefaction plant anchored near Bahia Blanca in Argentina.
US LNG exporters looking at increased shipments via Panama Canal
Exporters of US LNG are poised to send more gas to Asia, taking advantage of new transit slots at the Panama Canal.
Tango LNG loads first commercial cargo
Argentina’s national oil company (NOC) YPF has loaded its first commercial cargo of LNG from Tango, a floating gas liquefaction facility.
Grain LNG considers expansion as open season continues
An open season to gauge interest in capacity at the UK’s Grain LNG facility started earlier this month, as the terminal prepares for the expiry of current contracts.
ADNOC signs downstream, LNG deals at ADIPEC
Finland's Gasum builds up LNG footprint
Cyprus awards first production licence
Australian LNG import project faces delays
Australian Industrial Energy’s Port Kembla LNG import plan is being hit by delays as it struggles to lock in buyers for its gas.
Mozambique’s LNG players note progress
Comments from this week’s Africa Oil Week conference highlight steps being taken by Mozambique’s LNG developers as the country’s nascent LNG industry takes shape.
Lithuania to acquire its own LNG FSRU
Renergen signs two contracts for work on Virginia Gas Project
South Africa’s Renergen is moving forward with work on the Virginia Gas Project, which will be the country’s first commercial LNG plant, as well as the first liquid helium plant in Africa.
Financing secured for Russia's first locally built LNG tanker
Demiroren: Turkish military pension fund Oyak in talks to buy its fuel businesses, layoffs at its media arm
Shannon LNG project under pressure from opposition
The proposed Shannon LNG project is running into environmental opposition amid news that it could be fast-tracked.
Russia could increase number of LNG exporters
Russia’s independent LNG producer Novatek reports record high profit following LNG-2 stake sale
Sempra, Mitsui sign MoU on LNG
Sempra Energy has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Japan’s Mitsui & Co. that covers the latter's participation in two LNG project expansions.
BP, Kosmos find large gas reserves offshore Mauritania
BP and Kosmos Energy have announced a large gas find offshore Mauritania, near the maritime border with Senegal.
Baltic Pipe clears last major hurdle as Denmark grants offshore construction permits
The Baltic Pipe is a major element in Poland’s plan to wean itself off Russian gas, which currently covers around two-thirds of the country’s demand.
US regulators propose rules for shipping LNG by rail
The US Department of Transportation is moving ahead with a proposal to allow LNG to be shipped by rail in DOT-113 tanker wagons.
Japanese push to establish bunkering hub underway
Japan is making strides in its efforts to position itself as a new LNG bunkering hub as the shipping industry prepares for new fuel regulations.
Total launches first LNG bunkering vessel
Hungary could buy LNG from Qatar from 2021
Pieridae moves closer to building East Coast LNG terminal
Pieridae Energy has completed the purchase of assets from Shell, which secures the majority of the natural gas needed to supply the first train at its proposed Goldboro LNG terminal.
Woodside delays Browse FID, brings forward Pluto LNG expansion
Australia’s Woodside Energy has delayed a final investment decision on its proposed Browse mega-project to the second half of 2021, but has also brought plans to approve its Scarborough gas project and Pluto LNG expansion forward.
Canadian First Nations show interest in LNG
Four Canadian First Nations in north-west British Columbia have partnered in a climate change initiative that wants to buy into the country’s nascent LNG industry.
All Elba Island units to be in service by mid-2020
Kinder Morgan has said it expects all units at its Elba Island LNG export terminal – which was reported to have entered commercial service last week after several delays – are due to be operational by the first half of 2020.
Examining the next wave of Asian demand growth
Both developed and developing countries in Asia are expected to drive up LNG demand, but the pace may slow in the nearer term and other obstacles remain.
China’s gas demand to slow this year
China’s state-run Sinopec Gas has forecast that the country’s natural gas demand will expand by 10% this year to 307bn cubic metres.
India’s energy sector attracts foreign partners
Santos buys ConocoPhillips’ gas assets in northern Australia
Australian independent Santos has bought US super-major ConocoPhillips’ operated interests in the Darwin LNG project as well as the Bayu-Undan, Barossa and Poseidon offshore natural gas projects.
Gazprom Neft mulls LNG bunkering
Gunvor leads short-term LNG ship charters, overall deliveries
Trading house Gunvor Group is leading short-term ship charters for LNG, and is anticipated to exceed delivery volumes reached in 2018.
Europe struggling to absorb excess LNG
Europe is expected to struggle to absorb excess LNG on the global market over the coming months, amid high gas volumes in storage and sluggish demand growth.
Investors reportedly interested in Coastal GasLink stake
Potential investors are reportedly showing an interest in buying a stake in TC Energy’s Coastal GasLink pipeline project.
Kinder Morgan starts up first Elba Island unit
Elba Liquefaction, a joint venture between Kinder Morgan and EIG Global Energy Partners, has brought the first unit at its Elba Island LNG project in the US state of Georgia online.
Malaysia receives first LNG cargo under TPA
Malaysia’s TNB Fuel Services (TNBF) has delivered its first shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to parent company Tenaga Nasional (TNB), testing the country’s third-party access (TPA) rules in the process.
Mozambique takes a big step towards becoming a major player on global gas markets
With MRV’s initial investment decision and EPC contract award, Mozambique has taken a step towards becoming a major player on global gas markets.
NEWSBASE: Gazprom advances LNG plans
Russia’s Gazprom has struck a deal with Germany’s Linde on setting up a joint venture to design facilities for the processing and liquefaction of natural gas.
Peru LNG reports exports up year on year in September
Peru’s national oil company (NOC) Perupetro reported last week that the country’s only LNG plant had seen exports rise year on year in September.
Total completes acquisition of Anadarko’s Mozambique LNG stake
France’s Total has completed its $3.9bn acquisition of Anadarko Petroleum’s 26.5% operated interest in the Mozambique LNG project.
Sempra announces potential LNG supply deal with China
Sempra Energy’s MoU with a Chinese company over potential LNG supply co-operation suggests growing optimism that an end to the US-China trade war may be coming
PNG seeks better deal on P’nyang project
Papua New Guinea (PNG) Petroleum Minister Kerenga Kua is once more on the war path over how much the government receives from the country’s natural gas developments.
Petronas charters LNG carrier from Avenir
Malaysia’s state-owned Petronas has chartered a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier from the UK’s Avenir LNG to be used in bunkering operations offshore the Southeast Asian country.
Gazprom eyes LNG bunkering market
French tech firm lands work at Arctic LNG-2
Total comments on Nigeria LNG’s Train 7 project
France’s Total has reiterated its commitment to the expansion of the Nigeria LNG complex.
Pavilion targets Europe in bid to become global LNG trader
Singapore-based Pavilion Energy is targeting new markets in Europe as well as expanding in Asia as the gas importer and marketer aims to become a global trader of LNG.
Annova LNG pushes FERC for permit decision
Exelon-backed Annova LNG is pushing the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to make a decision on a permit for the company’s proposed export terminal at the Port of Brownsville, Texas.
Caribbean markets offer new opportunities for US LNG operators
Eagle LNG and other US gas operators are poised to take advantage of growing demand in the Caribbean region.
Excelerate plans small-scale LNG plant in Argentina
US-based Excelerate is moving forward with plans to establish a small-scale LNG export complex in Argentina, a company representative said last week.
KOGAS agrees to buy US LNG from BP
State-owned Korea Gas has struck a deal to buy 1.58mn tonnes per year of US LNG from super-major BP.
Pakistan unveils new LNG projects
Pakistan has taken a major step forward in tackling its chronic natural gas shortages, having shortlisted companies to build five liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals in the country, either individually or in a consortium.
Senegal looking more attractive after latest offshore discovery
Senegal's upcoming offshore bidding round is likely to draw more interest in the wake of BP's discovery of sizeable gas reserves at the Yakaar-Terenga field.
Enterprise to expand Acadian system
Enterprise Products Partners has announced that it will expand and extend its Acadian pipeline system to boost deliveries of gas from the Haynesville shale to the Gulf Coast.
NextDecade, Enbridge partner on Rio Bravo pipeline
LNG developer NextDecade has announced that it has partnered with midstream operator Enbridge to develop the Rio Bravo pipeline project.
India’s Petronet buys into Tellurian’s Driftwood LNG
Tellurian’s agreement with India’s Petronet brings the company a step closer to an FID on its Driftwood LNG project, and may be one of the largest ever LNG supply deals in US history.
Asian LNG buyers seek better contract terms
Asian LNG importers are seeking better contractual terms from their long-term suppliers in response to depressed prices on the spot market.
Nigeria LNG seeking $10bn in financing for Train 7 expansion scheme
Tony Attah, the CEO of Nigeria LNG (NLNG), said last week that the consortium intended to finance a $10bn expansion project through a combination of debt and equity.
Qatar Petroleum on LNG push at home and abroad
Qatar Petroleum is moving forward with plans to grow its domestic LNG production capacity, find new buyers and expand its overseas LNG presence.
SPEC LNG and partners to offer additional LNG services at FSRU in Cartagena
Colombia’s Sociedad Portuaria El Cayao, known as SPEC LNG, has teamed up with three other companies to make additional services available at its LNG import facility in Cartagena.
Magnolia terminal to supply gas to Vietnamese LNG-to-power project
Australia-listed LNG Ltd has struck a deal to supply gas to a province in Vietnam from its Magnolia export terminal in Louisiana, on the US Gulf Coast.
Inpex mulls Ichthys LNG expansion
Japanese developer Inpex has revealed that it is looking at ways to expand its $45bn Ichthys LNG project offshore north-western Australia as it approaches full capacity.
TPI urges fossil fuel industry to face up to climate change
Poland hints at stopping purchases of Russian gas altogether
Poland finally has the infrastructure to reduce dependence on Russian gas, after it built an LNG terminal in the western town of Swinoujscie.
Cheniere, EOG strike gas agreement
Subsidiaries of Cheniere Energy have struck long-term gas supply agreements with shale producer EOG Resources to support the LNG exporter’s Corpus Christi liquefaction project.
Spain sees LNG imports surge on demand growth
Western Gas seeking partner for Equus FLNG
Western Gas has appointed Goldman Sachs to help it find a partner for the Equus LNG project offshore Western Australia.
Aramco continues push into LNG
Saudi Aramco is stepping up its participation in the global LNG market, though it still has a long way to go.
EU selects next energy commissioner
Italian LNG terminal fully booked for next gas year
Petronas buys SK408 production for Bintulu LNG
Malaysia’s state-owned Petronas has agreed to buy natural gas produced from the offshore SK408 production-sharing contract (PSC), co-operator Sapura Energy has revealed.
Green light for Arctic LNG 2
Russia’s Novatek has greenlighted the development of its second LNG export project in the Arctic, as it sets its sights on becoming one of the world’s leading LNG producers.
Gunvor bids low in Pakistani LNG tender
Gunvor has reportedly emerged as the lowest bidder for most of the cargoes in Pakistan’s recent spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply tender.
Freeport LNG secures over $1bn for Train 4
Freeport LNG Development announced on September 9 that it has struck a deal with Westbourne Capital under which the latter and its co-investors will provide $1.025bn in the form of a mezzanine loan.
YPF execs voice optimism about plans for new LNG plant
Two high-ranking representatives of Argentina’s national oil company (NOC) YPF said last week that they remained optimistic about the prospects for ramping up LNG exports.
Perupetro says Peru LNG complex saw exports rise in August
Peru’s national oil company (NOC) Perupetro said last week that it had seen LNG exports from the terminal in Pampa Melchorita rise year on year last month.
Sakhalin-1 partners take decision on LNG plant
Argentina pushes on with LNG plan amid political upheaval
Argentina’s YPF continues to pursue a plan for a major LNG export project, but political uncertainty in the country will likely slow progress.
Shell, Energy Transfer ask for extension on Lake Charles LNG
Royal Dutch Shell and Energy Transfer have asked US regulators for more time to complete the Lake Charles LNG export project.
QP books out Zeebrugge LNG until 2044
MOL, Karpowership agree final details for floating 48-MW LNG-to-power project
Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) and Turkey’s Karadeniz Holding have revealed their final plans to develop a 48-MW floating LNG-to-power project in Mozambique
Phoenix says talks with CNOOC on LNG JV ongoing
The Philippines’ Phoenix Petroleum, which is headed by businessman Dennis Uy, has denied reports that China National Offshore Oil Corp. may pull back from the two companies’ planned LNG joint venture.
PNG finally backs Papua LNG deal
The Papua New Guinea (PNG) government has said it will honour the terms of the Papua LNG gas agreement, after months of mixed messaging that had left the project’s future in doubt.
ConocoPhillips signs new PSC for East Timor gas field
US super-major ConocoPhillips has signed a new production-sharing contract (PSC) for East Timor’s Bayu Undan natural gas field.
JGC wins EPC contract for Philippine LNG project
Philippine power utility First Gen has awarded an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the Batangas liquefied natural gas (LNG) project to Japanese engineering outfit JGC.
Poland transfers US LNG to Ukraine
Stabilis considering Monterrey as site for small-scale Mexican LNG plant
Houston-based Stabilis Energy has said it is considering the Mexican city of Monterrey as a potential site for its first LNG project in the Central American country.
Cheniere receives approval for Corpus Christi Train 2 start-up
US LNG export pioneer Cheniere Energy has received regulatory approval this week to bring the second train into commercial service at its Corpus Christi LNG export project on the US Gulf Coast.
Cheap LNG floods Europe
LNG imports into Europe are booming, buoyed by low spot prices and weak European demand, as more regasification capacity is built.
Cypriot LNG project moves forward
BCPL to invest in Indian FSRU
India’s Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has unveiled plans to build an offshore LNG import terminal at Krishnapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
India expands gas infrastructure, mulls LNG price review
India’s efforts to spur consumption of natural gas is helping to attract billions in investment, but a growing reliance on foreign supplies is driving the government to review its long-term import contracts.
Novatek board proposes H1 dividends
First West African LNG regas plant to be built in Equatorial Guinea
An LNG regasification and storage plant is set to be built in Equatorial Guinea – the first such project in West Africa – as the country advances its plans to develop gas-to-power infrastructure.
Venture Global announces Calcasieu Pass FID
Venture Global’s final investment decision on its Calcasieu Pass terminal shows that the second wave of US LNG terminal construction is gaining momentum.
Shenzhen Gas to start up LNG terminal
Shenzhen Gas has said it will launch operations at its wholly owned liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal in southern China’s Shenzhen City this week.
Papua LNG agreement in doubt once more
After several months of mixed messaging from the Papua New Guinea (PNG) government, the future of the Papua LNG project is once more unclear.
Start-up milestones for Cameron LNG, Freeport LNG
The first liquefaction train at Sempra Energy’s Cameron LNG terminal on the US Gulf Coast has started commercial service, while Freeport LNG confirmed on the same day that it had also entered production.
Woodfibre LNG preparing to proceed with construction
News that construction could soon begin on Woodfibre LNG is a further sign of progress, however slow, for Canada’s nascent LNG industry.
Gazprom seeks state aid for Baltic gas hub
Russia’s LNG production soaring in 2019
Russia has kept is oil and gas production capped in keeping with the terms of the OPEC+ deal, but the production of LNG has soared in the last year, as the Kremlin hopes to turn gas into a commodity that can be sold anywhere.
East Med balances pipeline and LNG plans
Cheniere ups volumes, losses
New Fortress racks up red ink
Newcastle plan wins CSSI status in NSW
Australian gas crisis sees battle lines drawn
Russia to bank on LNG to defend gas market share in Europe
New Caledonia plans LNG imports
First stone laid for Mozambique LNG
Gas flexibility coming to Ghana
Gas can now be moved both ways on a section of the WAGP in Ghana, allowing increased use of its domestic gas resources
Russian LNG exports soar 54.5% in 1H19
Saipem signs up to Arctic LNG 2 joint engineering venture
Italy’s Saipem has agreed to participate in a joint engineering venture to build the Arctic LNG 2 project in Russia alongside France’s Technip and Russia’s NIPIgaspererabotka.
US authorises Gulf LNG exports
The US Department of Energy has approved exports from Kinder Morgan’s Gulf LNG project, which would be located in Jackson County, Mississippi.
Japanese utilities respond to low LNG spot prices
Japanese utilities are becoming more aggressive in their price reviews for long-term LNG contracts and seeking to buy more LNG on the spot market.
Chile’s Codelco sells Mejillones LNG stake
Chile’s state-owned mining firm Codelco has sold its stake in the Mejillones LNG terminal to Ameris Capital AGF, a local investment fund.
US becomes third largest LNG exporter as first wave nears completion
The US is now the world’s third-largest LNG exporter but the US-China trade war still threatens further expansion
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