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bp tells regulators Venture Global does not need more time to start production
Oil and gas producer bp told federal regulators on Wednesday that it has reviewed confidential commissioning documents and does not believe Venture Global LNG needs more time to begin commercial production.
Karpowership makes $1-B LNG-to-power investment in South African Power Pool
Karpowership, a major international energy company, has announced its plans to invest a transformative $1 B of LNG-to-power infrastructure that will be based in Mozambique and made available to the entire South African Power Pool (SAPP).
LS Power launches Lightning Power, a leading U.S. independent power producer
LS Power, a leading development, investment and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector, has formed Lightning Power, a leading independent power producer (IPP).
UK approval for gas-fired power station was lawful, court rules
Britain's approval of a new gas-fired power station backed by bp was lawful, London's High Court ruled on Wednesday.
China’s natural gas consumption, production and imports all increased in 2023
In 2023, 7%, or 2.6 billion cubic feet per day (Bcfd), more natural gas was consumed in China than in 2022, after a decline of 1.1% in 2022 when economic growth was slower, mainly due to China’s zero-COVID policies, leading to a reduction in natural gas consumption.
GFI LNG, Pilot LNG form JV to develop Salina Cruz LNG project in Mexico
The Salina Cruz LNG JV will develop, construct and operate an LNG bunkering and transshipment terminal in Salinas del Márquez, Salina Cruz, Oaxaca, Mexico. Strategically located on the Pacific side of the Panama Canal, the project is ideally positioned to supply North and Central American bunker and fuel markets.
Storegga launches public consultation on pioneering Speyside Hydrogen project
Storegga has launched a four-week consultation on its proposal for Speyside Hydrogen, a pioneering project that will produce green hydrogen to fuel operations and support the decarbonization of distilleries and other businesses across Moray, Scotland.
The power of AI: How oil/gas companies are using AI-powered geospatial analytics to identify and prevent potential leaks
The challenge all O&G producers face is monitoring and maintaining an aging and widely distributed pipeline infrastructure. These organizations manage thousands of miles of pipelines to deliver petroleum and natural gas.
Argent LNG has initial consultation with FERC, moves into pre-filing
Argent LNG is pursuing approval from FERC to begin the environmental pre-filing review for its mid-sized onshore LNG export project in Louisiana (U.S.).
TES, Saibu Gas collaborate to provide e-NG to Japan's energy sector
Tree Energy Solutions and Saibu Gas have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote e-natural gas as a key clean energy source, an initiative that supports Japan's goal to use e-NG for 90% of its city gas consumption by 2050.
Williams to resume Louisiana natgas pipeline project, ending feud with Energy Transfer
Williams Cos has received the green light to continue building its Louisiana Energy Gateway project (LEG), a natural gas pipeline, after a court threw out rival company, Energy Transfer's last bid to halt its construction.
Vietnam's LNG price cap puts gas-fired power target at risk
Electricity-hungry Vietnam wants liquefied natural gas (LNG) to fire 15% of power capacity by 2030 but is unlikely to meet that target as power producers and foreign investors balk at the country's strategy for making the super-chilled fuel affordable.
WPC JV takes FID on the 2.5-Bcfd Blackcomb Pipeline project in Texas (U.S.)
The WPC JV (WhiteWater, MPLX, Enbridge) have taken FID on the Blackcomb Pipeline project, which will transport 2.5 Bcfd of natural gas from the Permian Basin to the Agua Dulce area in South Texas (U.S.).
Enterprise to expand operations at the Houston Ship Channel (U.S.) to increase propane/butane exports
Enterprise Products Partners announced an expansion project along the Houston Ship Channel. The company is adding refrigeration capacity that will increase propane and butane export capabilities by approximately 300,000 bpd.
Crowley accepts delivery of largest U.S.-flagged LNG bunker barge
Crowley has accepted delivery of the LNG bunker barge Progress, the largest U.S. Jones Act-compliant vessel of its kind, after construction was completed at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin (U.S.).
U.S. oil and gas mergers continue at furious pace in 2Q
U.S. oil and gas patch deals continued to run hot in 2Q, topping $30 B with big dollar tie-ups pushing values higher.
Judge overturns FERC approval of Williams Cos' $1-B pipeline project (U.S.)
A U.S. appeals court threw out a federal regulator's "arbitrary and capricious" approval of a new $1-B natural gas project running through five mid-Atlantic states and intended to serve 3 MM customers.
SIAD Americas announces another ASU award for the Americas market
SIAD Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of SIAD Macchine Impianti, S.p.A., announced the award of a 175-tpd air separation unit to be supplied by its affiliate company, SIAD Engineering (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
Canada's TC Energy to sell pipeline stake to some indigenous communities for $722 MM
Pipeline operator TC Energy said on Tuesday it would sell a minority stake in some of its Canadian assets for C$1 B ($722.1 MM) to certain indigenous communities as part of its plan to reduce debt and fund investments.
Enagas gets first nod to develop Spanish section of H2MED hydrogen pipeline
The Spanish government gave a first go-ahead on Tuesday to gas grid operator Enagas to start developing the Spanish section of a planned trans-European hydrogen (H2) pipeline and related H2 infrastructure projects.
Woodside awards Monadelphous AUS $200-MM construction contract for Pluto LNG project (Australia)
Engineering company Monadelphous Group Limited announced it has been awarded a AUS $200-MM construction contract with Woodside Burrup Pty Ltd for the Pluto LNG Train 1 facility and associated infrastructure near Karratha in Western Australia.
Natural gas shows its staying power as U.S. wind output slumps
Power producers in the U.S. are becoming increasingly reliant on natural gas for generation, even as the country builds out renewable energy capacity at a record pace.
Oman plans third LNG train, boosting domestic production to more than 15 MMtpy
This strategic expansion aims to increase Oman's LNG production capacity to 15.2 MMtpy
Palentir Technologies, Tree Energy Solutions partner to utilize AI for energy transition
Palantir Technologies Inc. and Tree Energy Solutions announced a multi-year partnership to leverage Palantir’s cutting-edge AI software in TES’s mission to drive the green energy transition and accelerate global decarbonization.
Japan's JERA to launch new gas-fired power plant to avoid electricity shortages
Japan's biggest power generator JERA said it will start a unit of a new 2.34 GW gas-fired power station at Goi in Chiba, near Tokyo, on Aug. 1 to help avoid electricity shortages during peak summer demand season.
Asia spot prices slip as Freeport LNG loadings resume
Asian spot LNG prices eased this week amid a resumption of loading at Freeport LNG in the U.S. and rising inventory levels held by major Japanese utilities.
Turkey to sign long-term LNG purchase contracts
Turkey is set to finalise long-term contracts for LNG to cover the 2027-2037 period, aimed at securing approximately 5-6 billion cubic meters of LNG annually, will meet 12-13% of Turkey's energy needs.
Glenfarne Energy Transition’s Texas LNG and EQT execute binding LNG tolling agreement
Texas LNG Brownsville LLC, a 4 MMtpy LNG export terminal to be constructed in the Port of Brownsville, Texas, and a subsidiary of Glenfarne Energy Transition, LLC, and EQT have executed a definitive 20-yr tolling agreement for natural gas liquefaction services for 2 MMtpy of LNG.
German government signs off on hydrogen import strategy
Germany's government adopted a strategy for the import of hydrogen to help secure sustainable energy supply as it embarks on creating fossil fuel alternatives for large parts of its industry.
New Fortress Energy announces closing of $700-MM loan for second FLNG vessel
New Fortress Energy announced that after successfully producing LNG at its first FLNG unit, it has closed its previously announced $700-MM loan for its second FLNG unit to be located in Altamira, Mexico.
- ADNOC deploys pioneering AI-enabled process optimization technology
- Mexico Pacific announces long-term LNG SPA with POSCO International
- ONEOK to acquire Medallion and controlling interest in EnLink for $5.9 B
- Golar LNG signs EPC deal for $2.2-B MK II FLNG conversion project
- Japan's Mitsubishi to acquire stake in Petronas LNG plant
