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Seven tips to achieve a smoother plant turnaround
This article offers seven tips for a smoother turnaround project.
Monetizing carbon capture, transport and storage
Companies should be exploring the practicality of reducing their emissions by using CCS strategies, along with calculating the possible value of selling their excess reduction as a new income stream. Partnering with a single provider able to support all aspects of such a program can shorten the development time and ensure successful project execution.
Ammonia decomposition—Hydrogen carrier value chain
Ammonia is emerging as one of the most promising H2 carriers, offering solutions to several critical challenges associated with H2 storage and transportation. As H2 is increasingly recognized as a pivotal component in the transition to a carbon-free energy future, efficient storage and transportation systems have become crucial for its widespread adoption.
A novel process and machinery unit for the highly efficient liquefaction of renewable natural gases
This article describes a gas expansion-based liquefaction process using a proprietary machine called a compander.. Highlights of the process include ease of operation and permitting, as well as high quality thanks to in-house design, manufacturing, assembly and testing of key components.
U.S. aims to 'get out of the way' of oil and gas, says energy secretary
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said his top priority was for the government to "get out of the way" of the production of oil, gas and coal, adding that a number of approvals for gas projects were in the queue.
Malaysia to launch natural gas plan, building on $11.7 billion contribution to GDP
Malaysia will launch a plan for its natural gas industry that builds on the sector's current 52 billion ringgit ($11.7 billion) contribution to gross domestic product
Petronet LNG: LNG terminal expansion projects update, increasing trade via Singapore unit
According to Reuters, a Petronet LNG executive said that the Dahej LNG terminal expansion project is scheduled to be completed in 3 mos-4 mos. In addition, the executive provided the following update on other projects:
Adani Total Dhamra LNG terminal expansion not imminent
India's Adani Total has yet to conduct feasibility studies to double the capacity of its LNG terminal in Dhamra, a year after the JV announced it was in the early stages of planning a possible expansion.
Inpex targets FID for Indonesia's Abadi LNG project in 2027
Japan's biggest oil and gas explorer, Inpex Corp, said it aims to make a final investment decision on its Abadi LNG project in Indonesia in 2027 as part of its efforts to expand LNG supply. Under a new three-year business plan through 2027, the company plans to invest 1.8 trillion yen ($11.7 B) in growth areas, including its flagship Ichthys LNG project in Australia.
India's natural gas use target hinges on higher gas-fired power generation
India's plan to boost the share of natural gas in its energy mix hinges on lower global LNG prices that will make gas-fired electricity generation more competitive. India aims to raise the share of natural gas in its energy mix to 15% by 2030 from 6.2% currently.
Japan's JERA sees rising competition for U.S. LNG as Asia, Europe demand grow
Japan's top power generator JERA expects competition for U.S. LNG to increase as demand from Asia and Europe rises, its Asia CEO said. "There are many potential buyers. Asian and European buyers are really interested in U.S. energy. So, there are many competitors,” JERA Asia CEO Izumi Kai told Reuters on the sidelines of the India Energy Week conference.
TotalEnergies signs 10-yr LNG supply deal with India's GSPC
TotalEnergies has signed a deal to supply the Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation with 400,000 metric tpy of LNG, beginning in 2026. India will have to double annual imports by the end of the decade to meet rising demand from rapid urbanization and industrialization.
ADNOC Gas signs 14-yr, multibillion dollar LNG supply agreement with Indian Oil Corp.
The agreement, signed by ADNOC Gas and IndianOil, is valued in the range of $7 B-$9 B over its 14-year term.
OLI Systems awarded U.S. DOE SBIR grant for CO2 Transport Asset Integrity Model technology
OLI Systems has been awarded a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research grant by the U.S. Department of Energy. This award will enable the development of OLI's CO₂ Transport Asset Integrity Model, an innovative solution addressing the critical challenge of ensuring pipeline safety in carbon capture, utilization, and storage projects.
Tanzania hopes to conclude talks for LNG project by June
Tanzania is discussing tax incentives with investors in a stalled project to construct a $42-B LNG plant in the country, Energy Minister Doto Biteko said on Tuesday, adding the talks could be completed by June. Equinor and Shell are joint operators of the country's mega gas project, while ExxonMobil, Pavilion Energy, Medco Energi and Tanzania's national oil company TPDC are partners.
Woodside and Trinidad have agreed on initial commercial terms for deepwater gas project
Trinidad and Tobago is pushing producers, especially those offshore, to accelerate natural gas output in order to resume full use of its gas processing capacity-LNG output and exports have been curtailed in recent years by lack of gas.
Shell sees significant LNG growth in near term under its scenarios
Global demand for LNG will see a robust rise in the next few years, while gas will likely see a more gradual dynamic and oil may peak at the beginning of the next decade, scenarios published by Shell showed.
Tecnimont, Paradeep Municipality and NITK hold groundbreaking for biogas plant in India
Tecnimont Private Limited, the Indian subsidiary of TECNIMONT, Paradeep Municipality and the National Institute of Technology of Karmataka Surathkal held a groundbreaking ceremony for the 1-tpd biogas plant at Paradeep Municipality, District Jagatsinghpur, Odisha.
Accelera to power bp's Lingen green hydrogen project in Germany
Accelera™ by Cummins will supply a 100-megawatt proton exchange membrane electrolyzer system for bp's Lingen green hydrogen project in Germany.
India's GAIL revives plan to buy US LNG as Trump ends ban on export permits
GAIL India Ltd will seek to buy a stake in a U.S. LNG plant or secure long-term U.S. LNG supply after the Trump administration lifted a ban on export permits for new projects, chairman Sandeep Kumar Gupta said.
Svanehøj to supply CO2 pumps for INEOS’ Project Greensand in the North Sea
INEOS has selected ITT’s Svanehøj to supply CO₂ pumps for the onshore facility and the first LCO₂ carrier for Project Greensand in the Danish North Sea. This strategically significant order further strengthens Svanehøj’s position in carbon capture and storage.
Immingham Green Energy Terminal (UK) development consent decision announced
Imported ammonia will be stored and processed at the site to create green hydrogen, for onward transport to filling stations throughout the UK.
Harvest Alaska plans to redevelop Kenai LNG terminal in Alaska (U.S.)
Harvest Alaska announced an agreement with Marathon Petroleum Corporation and Chugach Electric Association to bolster Southcentral Alaska's energy supplies through Harvest's acquisition and redevelopment of the existing Kenai LNG Terminal.
TotalEnergies CEO doubles down on US LNG, downplays Trump tariff fears
TotalEnergies will expand its investment in U.S. LNG over the next decade as the French company seeks to cement its position as a major exporter of U.S. LNG.
TotalEnergies CEO says U.S. financing for Mozambique LNG project expected in coming weeks
TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne said that financing from the U.S. for its $20-B Mozambique LNG project is expected to be approved in coming weeks, with other credit agencies to follow in the months after.
East Timor favors Australia over Chinese firms on major gas project
East Timor would prefer to work with Australia and partners Woodside Energy and Japan's Osaka Gas over Chinese firms that have expressed interest in developing the stalled Greater Sunrise natural gas field
Nigeria launches construction on five mini-LNG facilities, totaling 97 MMft3d in capacity
In its efforts to deepen domestic gas utilization, NNPC and its partners have launched five mini-LNG plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria, totaling 97 MMft3d in processing capacity.
EemsEnergyTerminal launches open season to gauge operational future
EemsEnergyTerminal has entered an important new phase in determining whether the floating LNG terminal at the port of Eemshaven will be kept in operation for a longer period. An Open Season has launched to gauge the interest of market parties in the import of LNG in the near future. Such collaboration is essential for keeping the terminal operational after 2027.
PyroGenesis signs $2.5-MM contract with global environmental services company
PyroGenesis announced that its subsidiary, Pyro Green-Gas Inc., has signed a contract totaling $1.74 MM with one of the world’s largest integrated environmental services companies as part of a large urban waste-to-energy project.
Lhyfe secures €11-MM grant for a second 10-MW production site in Sweden
Lhyfe, one of the world's pioneers in green and renewable hydrogen (H2), has announced funding of up to €11 MM from Klimatklivet, an investment program supported by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency and co-financed by the European Union, to build a renewable H2 production facility in Vaggeryd, Jönköping County, in southern Sweden.
- EnviTec Biogas looks to expand biogas production into the U.S.
- Biogas in France: TotalEnergies starts its 2nd largest unit in Normandy
- ONEOK announces joint ventures with MPLX to build LPG export terminal at U.S. Gulf Coast location
- Ukraine plans to import 800 MMm3 of gas until April after Russian strikes
- Trump lifts freeze on U.S. LNG export permit applications
