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Egypt delays intake of ten LNG cargoes amid lower power demand

The Egyptian government has postponed the intake of 10 liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes that were scheduled for Q3 2025, out of 62 shipments contracted earlier this year, as domestic gas consumption in power plants declined

Colombia's Ecopetrol secures environmental clearance for Coveñas gas terminal

Cenit, the pipeline subsidiary of state-controlled Ecopetrol S.A. received environmental authorisation from the Autoridad Nacional de Licencias Ambientales for a regasification facility at its Coveñas maritime terminal.

Colombia's Ecopetrol sets October deadline for Coveñas gas terminal bidding

State-controlled Ecopetrol SA will commence accepting binding proposals on October 14 for its northern Caribbean regasification facility, with contract award anticipated before year-end.

Colombia's Ecopetrol advances second LNG terminal as nation faces gas crisis

State-controlled Ecopetrol SA is finalising plans to convert portions of its Caribbean coast port into a liquefied natural gas import facility as Colombia confronts a widening fuel deficit.

New Fortress Energy appears to abandon $700mn Nicaragua gas plant

After three years of postponing the start of operations at the plant it built in Puerto Sandino, it appears US-based New Fortress Energy has shelved its project to generate energy with natural gas in Nicaragua, La Prensa reported.

Singapore accelerates push for ammonia as future clean fuel

Singapore is stepping up efforts to develop ammonia as a low-carbon fuel alternative, with the Energy Market Authority (EMA) calling for early investment to secure the country’s long-term energy transition

Hungary revisits prospect of importing Turkmen gas but obstacles are many

Hungary is revisiting the prospect of importing natural gas from Turkmenistan but the lack of infrastructure to make that plausible remains a big obstacle.

Laos opens new fuel route via Vietnam

Laos has opened a new fuel import route through Vietnam to improve energy security and ensure stable fuel supplies for its northern provinces

EU prepares for winter of heavy US LNG reliance

The EU is preparing for a winter of heavier dependence on US LNG as pipeline flows from Russia and Algeria weaken and storage levels remain under pressure.

Russian LNG exports to EU down 7% in 9M

New Zealand government to introduce LNG imports in a bid to bolster energy security

The government’s energy package, announced in late September, includes a formal procurement process for an LNG import terminal, set to be the first such facility in New Zealand’s history.

Pakistan pivots away from LNG

Rising LNG prices have led Pakistan to shift away from LNG.

Canada pumps the brakes on Quebec LNG project

Canadian officials have cooled on proposed plans for an LNG plant in Quebec.

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 raises production to record high

Russia’s heavily-sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 facility has increased production to record levels.

LNG Canada expected to start second liquefaction train soon

LNG Canada is preparing to begin start-up of its second liquefaction train, a spokesperson for the Shell-led facility.

Shell doubles down on LNG predicting demand to rise by 60% by 2040

CEO predicts LNG’s role as a transition fuel will grow and comprise 20% of global natural gas sales by 2040.

Mexico tightens safety rules for LP gas transport, distribution

Mexican Energy Secretary Luz Elena González presented on October 2 two regulations aimed at strengthening industrial and operational safety in LP gas transport and distribution to reduce risks to citizens and the environment, Prensa Latina reported.

Iraq orders LNG terminal from US company as it seeks to cut reliance on Iranian gas imports

US company Excelerate Energy has received a letter of intent from Iraq's government on developing an integrated floating terminal for liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports, the company announced on October 2, Interfax reported.

Tanzania pushes for $42bn LNG deal with Shell, Equinor by end-2025 after decades of delays

Tanzania is pressing ahead with plans to conclude a $42bn LNG deal by end-2025, targeting output of up to 10mn tonnes annually, drawing on offshore reserves operated by Shell (UK, Blocks 1 & 4) and Equinor (Norway, Block 2).

MidOcean to buy 20% stake in Petronas’ Canadian operations

MidOcean Energy has agreed to acquire a 20% interest in what it describes as Petronas’ “key” businesses in Canada.

Petronas Gas to restructure operations, separate regulated and non-regulated units

Petronas Gas Bhd will overhaul its corporate structure to separate regulated and non-regulated businesses, a move aimed at enhancing transparency, sharpening strategic focus, and allowing greater capital flexibility

Thailand extends Mae Moh coal plant operations despite pollution concerns

Thailand has decided to extend the lifespan of several coal-fired units at the Mae Moh power plant in Lampang, sparking anger among local residents who have endured decades of pollution-related health problems

Poland tops EU gas storage at 100%

Poland’s underground gas reserves have reached full capacity, Energy Minister Miłosz Motyka said on September 24.

Equatorial Guinea, Chevron sign $690mn gas agreement for Aseng field

Equatorial Guinea has signed a $690mn agreement with Chevron to develop the Aseng Gas Project in Block I, aiming to secure feedstock for the Punta Europa LNG hub and advance the Gas Mega Hub initiative.

Equatorial Guinea signs ConocoPhillips HoA for offshore gas blocks, eyes $9bn investment

Equatorial Guinea has signed a preliminary deal with ConocoPhillips to develop offshore gas Blocks B/4 and EG-2 that aims to boost feedstock for the Punta Europa LNG hub and revive output.