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Kremlin says intact section of Nord Stream gas pipelines could be quickly activated
The Nord Stream system consists of two double pipelines, Nord Stream 1 (NS1) and Nord Stream 2 (NS2), running under the Baltic Sea to Germany. Only one pipeline of the four, part of NS2, remained intact after the explosions in 2022.
Asian spot LNG prices decline on tepid demand, ample inventories
Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices declined this week on lackluster demand and are expected to remain under pressure as ample inventories and stronger Chinese gas production limit interest in spot purchases.
French LNG supply disrupted by weeks-long strike
The blockade at three out of four of the country's terminals has reduced gas outflows from one of Europe's top gas buyers and lifted prices this week.
XRG completes Rio Grande LNG deal
Rio Grande LNG is one of the most ambitious LNG export infrastructure projects in the U.S. with approximately 48 MMtpy of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, underscoring the role of the U.S. as a major energy exporter.
Bulgaria to suspend Russian gas transit for short-term contracts in 2026
The European Union initially planned to cut off imports of Russian gas by the end of 2027, which would end decades-old energy relations with a country that was once Europe's biggest gas supplier.
Australia's Woodside inks LNG supply deal with Turkey's BOTAS
The deal comes at a time when the U.S. potentially faces an oversupply of LNG in the next few years, although Woodside remains optimistic about the demand side for the commodity, projecting growth of 50% over the next decade.
Turkey signs 20-yr deal with Mercuria to buy U.S. gas
The new deal is one of several it has secured this month ahead of this year's expiry of at least 16 Bm3 worth of gas import deals with Russia.
Thailand set for record plunge in annual power output, LNG imports
Power generated and imported to supply the country of over 70 MM people fell 5.4% annually in the seven months through July, official data showed, nearly twice as steep as the 2.8% slump in January–July 2020 due to coronavirus-linked lockdowns.
Sri Lanka says no immediate LNG imports from India as infrastructure lags
India announced last year it would supply LNG to Sri Lanka’s power plants and work on cross-border energy connectivity, including a petroleum pipeline and power grid link.
Serbia to sign gas import deal with Russia in October
Srbijagas' Dusan Bajatovic said that Serbia has already arranged daily supplies of 2.5 MMm3 of gas from Azerbaijan and receives an additional 9.5 MMm3 daily from Russia.
Panama Canal engages industry players for the development of a natural gas pipeline
The pipeline, a cornerstone of the new interoceanic energy corridor, marks the first major development of this infrastructure platform.
Wärtsilä signs 15-yr service deal for three CLSICO LNG carriers
The deal, effective since August 2025, focuses on enhancing vessel reliability, extending overhaul intervals, and optimizing maintenance costs.
After Trump pressure, EU aims to bring forward Russian LNG import ban
An EU sanctions proposal kicks off intense discussions among the 27-member countries to reach an agreement.
Puerto Rico inks $4-B LNG contract with New Fortress Energy
The supply deal, which comes after talks for a much larger contract broke down in July, reduced the term to 7 yrs from 15 yrs - with the option to extend for an additional 3 yrs - and also eliminated exclusivity clauses.
Woodside Energy expects demand for LNG to grow 50% over next decade
The complex, the largest foreign investment in Louisiana's history, was the first U.S. LNG project to get the financial go-ahead after President Donald Trump returned to office in January and promised to unleash U.S. energy onto the world.
Canada, BC government approve Ksi Lisims LNG project on Pacific coast
The Canadian government under Prime Minister Mark Carney is aiming to accelerate the construction of natural resource projects to boost the economy and reduce potential impacts from U.S. tariffs.
China takes fourth cargo from sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project
A fourth tanker carrying LNG from Russia's sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project discharged its cargo at a Chinese port on September 14
DNV and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries sign MoU for optimized 200,000-m3 LNG carrier design
The new design aims to deliver improved operational efficiency and enhanced terminal compatibility compared to previous vessel designs.
Australia gives North West Shelf gas plant final approval to run until 2070
Government imposes 48 new rules to protect nearby ancient rock art Australia gave final approval on Friday for Woodside to operate the country's oldest and second-largest liquefied natural gas plant until 2070, while imposing 48 "strict" new rules in a bid to limit its environmental impact...
Italy plans two LNG units to help Sardinia phase out coal
Italy plans to send two new units for the regasification of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Sardinia to help the island phase out coal.
BlackRock-led group in talks to raise around $10.3 billion for Aramco deal
A group of investors led by BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners is in talks with lenders to secure up to $10.3 billion in financing for Aramco's Jafurah infrastructure deal. Banks including JPMorgan and Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation are in talks to participate in the transactio..
Third cargo from Russia's sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 discharges and departs China
The U.S.-sanctioned LNG tanker Zarya unloaded more than 160,000 m3 of LNG from the sanctioned Russian project Arctic LNG 2 at the Beihai LNG Terminal in Guangxi, southern China.
Glenfarne, South Korea's POSCO Intl. sign 20-yr LNG supply deal
Global demand for LNG has shot up since Russia's invasion of Ukraine turned the gas markets around in 2022, prompting buyers in Europe and Asia to lock in long-term supply deals with U.S. exporters.
Asian demand for U.S. LNG unshaken by China-Russia pipeline plans, says Venture Global CEO
China-Russia gas deals won't impact Asia demand for US LNG Venture Global does not see price compression due to oversupply LNG deals signed before and after arbitration cases "are all the same" -CEO Recent gas agreements between China and Russia are unlikely to weaken Asian demand for U.S..
ExxonMobil bullish on China's LNG demand, eyes new markets
ExxonMobil expects strong growth in demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) in China, driven by transport and marine sectors, and sees rising opportunities in new markets across Asia Pacific, Africa and Latin America, a senior company executive said.
Edison to buy U.S. LNG from Shell in 15-year deal starting 2028
Italy's energy company Edison signed an agreement with Shell to purchase liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the U.S., expanding its long-term portfolio. The Italian subsidiary of France's EDF will receive around700,000 tpy starting in 2028 and continuing for up to 15 years, it said in a statement...
TotalEnergies to supply 1 MMtpy of LNG to KOGAS (South Korea)
TotalEnergies and KOGAS, South Korea’s national natural gas company, announced the signing of a Heads of Agreement (HoA) for the annual delivery in South Korea of 1 million tons (Mt) of LNG per year over a 10-year period starting from the end of 2027. Awarded to TotalEnergies by KOGAS following an ..
Gas explosion prompts Lithuania to evacuate residents near Vilnius rail station
While the LPG originates from a Lithuanian refinery owned by Poland’s refiner Orlen, an external company was responsible for its transportation and the LPG terminal at the rail station was not owned by Orlen
German gas operator to utilize Oxford Flow's IM-S gas regulators
Oxford Flow has announced its first IM-S deployment on mainland Europe. German gas distribution system operator (DSO) EWE-Netz has installed six IMS050S gas regulators with PRX2 pilots, selecting the technology following a competitive evaluation against leading European suppliers. The IM-S gas regu..
Glenfarne, Gunvor sign 20-yr LNG supply deal as project nears investment decision
The deal covers 500,000 metric tpy of LNG on a free-on-board basis and converts a previous preliminary agreement between the two firms.
- ExxonMobil halts 1-Bft3d blue hydrogen project in Texas
- 236-mile Texas-to-Gulf pipeline reaches FID in $2.3-B LNG expansion push
- Bechtel shares findings of tragic accident at Port Arthur LNG facility
- Aramco and Yokogawa commission multiple autonomous control AI agents at Fadhili gas plant
- Ukraine will resume gas imports via Transbalkan route in November
