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Opinion: U.S. LNG exports will shrink if margin squeeze intensifies
The U.S. became the world's biggest LNG exporter in 2023, surpassing Australia and Qatar. Exports from its eight main LNG terminals hit a record 12 Bm3 in November, a 20% rise from a year earlier.
YPF CEO sees green light for Argentina LNG project with Eni, XRG in mid-2026
Exports from the 12-MMtpy project phase involving Eni and XRG will likely start in 2030 or 2031, or four years from the potential FID in mid-2026.
Glenfarne’s Texas LNG project signs binding offtake agreement with Macquarie
The agreement converts a previous non-binding heads of agreement between the two companies into a binding definitive agreement.
Aramco's Jafurah gas plant (Phase 1) begins output
The first phase of oil giant Aramco's Jafurah gas plant is complete and production has begun with a capacity of 450 million cubic feet per day, the Saudi finance ministry said. Jafurah is potentially the biggest shale gas project outside the U.S. and is expected to reach sustainable production of..
The European countries most impacted by Russian gas phase-out
To help outline potential grounds for dispute among impacted countries, below is a breakdown of Europe's most gas-dependent nations and key regional gas import trends.
Turkey extends Russian gas imports for a year as it plans U.S. investment
Turkey is Russia's last major natural gas market in Europe after years of war-related Western sanctions on Moscow. It imports a total of 22 Bm3 of gas under the Gazprom contracts that expire at the end of the year, amounting to less than 40% of Turkey's overall gas mix, down from more than 50% in 2018.
U.S. LNG exports hit record high in November on cooler weather, strong output
LNG plants typically operate more efficiently in cooler conditions. Average temperatures along the Gulf Coast were about 8°F lower in November than in October, according to the U.S. National Weather Service.
Updates on buildup of Germany LNG import terminals
Germany has been putting import terminals for liquefied natural gas (LNG) into operation as part of its efforts to replace piped Russian gas following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Opinion: High and rising natural gas costs may spur fresh climb in U.S. coal use
Between January and March of this year, U.S. gas prices jumped by a third due to a cold snap and strong LNG exports, which in turn sparked higher U.S. coal-fired power generation as utilities cut costs by burning cheaper coal instead of gas.
EU agrees to end Russian gas imports by late 2027; Hungary, Slovakia oppose
Representatives for EU governments and the European Parliament reached an agreement in the early hours of Wednesday on proposals set out by the European Commission in June to end shipments from the EU's former top gas supplier following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Eni launches the Phase 2 of Congo LNG ahead of schedule
With the arrival of the Nguya FLNG floating liquefaction unit and the introduction of gas into the new offshore infrastructure system, Eni announces the start-up - ahead of the planned schedule - of Phase 2 of the Congo LNG project, with the goal of exporting the first LNG cargo in early 2026. Co..
Squadron Energy chooses Reganosa to operate and maintain a new LNG terminal in Australia
After an international selection process, Reganosa Servicios has been chosen by Squadron Energy to operate and maintain the onshore part of the Port Kembla Energy Terminal, in the Australian state of New South Wales. The contract, the Spanish multinational’s first in Oceania, will have an initial du..
Eni signs long-term 400,000 tpy LNG supply contract with BOTAŞ
Eni has entered a long-term LNG sale agreement with Turkish company BOTAŞ, in line with the company’s strategy to grow a diversified global portfolio and secure stable, multi-year relationships in key international markets. Under the transaction Eni has agreed to supply BOTAŞ approximately 0.4 mill..
TotalEnergies provided clarification on financing the capital-intensive Mozambique LNG project
Further to the communications made by the UK and Dutch authorities regarding the involvement of their Export Credit Agencies, UK Export Finance (UKEF) and Atradius, in the financing of Mozambique LNG project, TotalEnergies wishes to clarify the following: In 2020, Mozambique LNG concluded a proje..
Britain, Netherlands withdraw $2.2-B backing for TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG
UK ends $1.15 billion support due to increased risks Dutch minister says Total cancelled request for $1.1 billion insurance Britain and the Netherlands are withdrawing a combined $2.2 billion in support for the TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG project. Britain's government said it was ..
Hydron Energy secures funding from NGIF Accelerator to demonstrate cost-effective RNG production from landfill gas
Hydron Energy Inc. announced that it has received funding from NGIF Accelerator to support demonstration of its INTRUPTor™ solution for single stage low-cost landfill biogas upgrading at the Bailey Landfill in Chilliwack, B.C., Canada. The project is being carried out in collaboration with FortisBC ..
Finland's Gasgrid seeks to expand transmission network
Synthetic methane is produced from electricity and is part of Finland's wider decarbonization drive to accelerate the introduction of renewable and low-carbon gases in industry.
Eni launches second phase of Congo LNG project, first gas in early 2026
This integrated setup enables full development of gas resources from the offshore Nené and Litchendjili fields in the Marine XII license.
China's LNG importer crown at risk as high prices cap demand
While China has increased output of domestic natural gas and imports via pipeline from central Asia and Russia, elevated spot prices for LNG that have persisted for much of the year are likely the largest factor in the drop in imports.
Alberta oil regulator stopped enforcing gas flaring limits after government pressure
Alberta's dismantling of its 20-yr-old flaring limit after companies blew through the limit two years in a row, with no objections from the federal government, is an example of the challenges Canada faces in reconciling its environmental commitments with a renewed focus on economic growth.
Argentina's Southern Energy signs $7-billion LNG export deal with SEFE
Argentina's Southern Energy signed a $7 billion LNG export deal with Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE), YPF Chief Executive Horacio Marin said. SEFE has signed a preliminary agreement to buy up to 2 million tons per year of LNG from Southern Energy for eight years, with deliveries starting in late ..
TES, TotalEnergies, Osaka Gas, Toho Gas and ITOCHU partner to develop the Live Oak Project for e-NG production
TES, TotalEnergies, Osaka Gas, Toho Gas, and ITOCHU have signed a Joint Development and Operating Agreement, granting the Japanese companies a combined 33.3% stake in the Live Oak project — a large-scale facility to produce electric natural gas (e-NG) also known as e-methane, initiated by TES and T..
Ammonia cracking: Bringing an industrial unit in Antwerp to life
In Antwerp, a unique pilot ammonia cracking unit has emerged. More than a technological feat, it is the culmination of genuine teamwork in service of the energy transition. This unit, now operational, will make it possible to convert ammonia into hydrogen on an industrial scale, and paves the way for new low-carbon supply chains.
Eni inaugurates the New Gas Consortium gas treatment plant in Soyo, Angola
Eni, through its satellite company Azule Energy - a 50:50 joint venture with bp and the operator of the New Gas Consortium (NGC) – inaugurated the NGC Gas Treatment Plant in Soyo, northern Angola. The ceremony was attended by the President of the Republic of Angola, João Gonçalves Lourenço, alongsid..
Ukraine's gas imports via Transbalkan route to double on Monday
Russian missile strikes on gas production facilities have deprived Ukraine of at least half of its own gas output and local energy officials say the country will need to import an additional 4 Bm3 of gas over the winter.
Russian pipeline gas exports to Europe stable in November
If the current pace is maintained, Russian pipeline gas exports to Europe may amount to around 18 Bm3 this year, down 44% from 2024 due to the loss of the Ukraine transit.
U.S. LNG plants pull record amount of gas
The record usage has been led by the two largest U.S. exporters, with Cheniere's Sabine Pass plant in Texas pulling 5.1 Bft3 on Friday and Venture Global's Plaquemines plant in Louisiana continuing its ramp-up, pulling 4.2 Bft3 on Friday
Britain withdraws $1.15-B backing from TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG
Britain had promised financial support for the $20-B project via UK Export Finance in 2020, shortly before it pledged to stop providing direct government support for overseas fossil fuel projects.
Centrica announced the successful acquisition of Grain LNG
Centrica announced the completion of its Grain LNG acquisition1 in partnership with Energy Capital Partners (ECP) from National Grid for an enterprise value of £1.5 billion. After taking into account £1.1 billion of new non-recourse project finance debt, Centrica's 50% share of the equity investment..
Centrica Energy and Exodus sign landmark LNG agreement
Centrica Energy has announced the signing of a long-term Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Exodus for Honduras, marking a new milestone in the country’s energy development. Under the terms of the agreement, Centrica will deliver approximately six LNG cargoe..
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- Aramco and Yokogawa commission multiple autonomous control AI agents at Fadhili gas plant
- Ukraine will resume gas imports via Transbalkan route in November
