LNG
Bangladesh secures spot LNG cargoes as costs soar, seeks Indian oil
Bangladesh has bought three liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes on the spot market at higher prices, as it scrambles to steady supplies amid disruptions from the escalating Iran–Israel conflict
Is Europe's gas demand recovery derailed or just dented by Iran crisis?
To help analysts and industries grappling with this issue, here are some key data points and trends on Europe's gas use by utilities and industry that may provide useful guideposts on the region's true demand potential.
Czechs discussing 1.5 Bm3 LNG deal with U.S.
Negotiations are underway with the three largest gas suppliers who operate terminals in the U.S.
India boosts LPG imports from U.S., Norway as Gulf supplies tighten
The federal environment ministry has advised state pollution control boards to permit the use of biomass, kerosene and coal as alternate fuels for the hospitality and restaurant segment for one month to free up LPG usage.
Helium prices soar as Qatar LNG halt exposes fragile supply chain
Because helium is extracted as a byproduct of natural gas processing, any disruption to LNG output directly cuts helium supply.
EU to soften gas authorization rules to help secure LNG supplies
The Commission plans to issue guidance before March 18 on how to apply rules within the European Union's law to phase out Russian gas.
Shell declares force majeure to clients who buy Qatari LNG
Qatar, the world's second-largest exporter of LNG, announced a production halt at its 77-MMtpy facility last week and declared force majeure on LNG shipments.
Conflict tensions with Iran add new pressure to rising U.S. energy prices
Energy Professionals, an energy consulting firm in the United States, says the escalating conflict with Iran could add new pressure to already rising electricity and natural gas prices across the country.
Argent LNG asks DOE for permission to export 25 MM tonnes of U.S. LNG
Argent LNG wants to get to a final investment decision on the project within two years while the Trump administration is still in office.
Glenfarne’s Texas LNG and Kiewit execute lump-sum turnkey EPC contract for 4-MMtpy LNG project
Texas LNG Brownsville, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal being developed in the Port of Brownsville, Texas, by an affiliate of Glenfarne Group, LLC (Glenfarne), and Kiewit, through its subsidiary, Kiewit Energy Group Inc., announced the execution of Texas LNG’s engineering, procurement..
ProSep's annular injection mixers to support LNG facility in South Texas (U.S.)
ProSep, the manufacturer and provider of novel mixing technologies, is continuing to support ambitious LNG development and supply plans in the U.S. through a new order for its most popular natural gas conditioning solution. ProSep has received confirmation of receipt for two of its Annular Injec..
India to boost coal use for summer power as Mideast crisis hits LNG supplies
New Delhi typically pushes power plants to ramp up generation during the April–June summer months, including costly gas-fired generation, to meet surging electricity demand and subsidises the cost for companies to shield customers from higher prices.
Amarinth delivers £1.5-MM chemical injection skid order for Nigeria’s LNG fields
The skids are built to the most robust API 675 standards and feature sophisticated instrumentation, including actuated valves and remote monitoring transmitters, allowing operators to manage precise chemical dosages from central control rooms.
Iran war causes major oil, gas disruptions
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran's attacks on Gulf neighbors have disrupted oil and natural gas exports from the Middle East and forced production stoppages.
Russia gets export boost from Iran war as price of oil to India surges
The Iran conflict, now in its seventh day, has left the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, all but shut, cutting countries off from a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies.
bp seeks at least $3.7 B from Venture Global arbitration
The remedies sought by bp include damages ranging from $3.7 B to potentially in excess of $6 B, as well as interest, costs and attorneys' fees.
Slovakia amends Gazprom gas contract, seeks to raise Russian imports before EU ban kicks in
EU gas prices have jumped 50% this week after Qatar halted liquefied natural gas exports following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliation.
QatarEnergy offers 10 LNG tankers for lease amid production halt, soaring shipping rates
Qatari Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi told the Financial Times it would take "weeks to months" to return to normal deliveries, even if the war ended today.
Russia's pipeline gas and LNG exports
Included are some key facts about Russian sea-borne liquefied natural gas and pipeline gas exports.
Charting the widening impact of the Iran crisis on energy markets
The repercussions of the ongoing U.S.-Iran war are being felt across the world, with U.S. fuel prices, European natural gas costs and Asian tanker freight rates all jumping sharply since strikes began at the weekend.
Thailand to boost fuel reserves, bids to secure LNG amid Iran crisis
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul convened a meeting of energy agencies on Thursday as fears grew over supply if the war with Iran disrupts global shipment, spurring Bangkok to raise fuel reserves and rush to secure energy supplies.
More tankers come under attack as U.S.-Iran conflict spreads in the region
Nine vessels have come under attack since the conflict broke out between the U.S., Israel and Iran on Saturday. Iran launched a wave of missiles at Israel early on Thursday and also sent drones into Azerbaijan
Online Feature: Ruwais eLNG project sees compressor win
Siemens Energy details how a double end drive compressor configuration improved efficiency, reduced emissions and lowered lifecycle costs for ADNOC’s Ruwais eLNG project by aligning compressor design with real operating profiles.
There is little U.S. LNG producers can do to immediately replace lost Qatari cargoes
While almost double the 10 Bft3d Qatar was forced to remove from the market on Monday after a wave of attacks, American export plants are running nearly full tilt with most cargoes locked into long‑term contracts.
Vietnam's PV Gas boosts domestic LPG output to compensate for shortfall caused by Iran war
The additional output will come from PV Gas' Dinh Co and Ca Mau gas processing plants in southern Vietnam.
Russia blames Ukrainian drones for attack on LNG ship in Mediterranean
If confirmed, it would be the first time that Ukraine has attacked a Russian LNG carrier.
Gas giant QatarEnergy throttles LNG supply by declaring force majeure
The move means global gas markets will experience shortages for weeks even in the unlikely scenario the conflict ends today, as Qatar supplies 20% of global liquefied natural gas.
Vopak delays investment on South African LNG project to 2028
The company had planned to approve the project earlier this year, but a September court order halted power utility Eskom's plans to develop a 3,000-megawatt (MW) gas-powered plant at Richards Bay, slowing progress.
Hormuz shutdown worsens after U.S. hits Iranian warship; tankers stranded for fifth day
The U.S.–Iran war widened on Wednesday after a U.S. strike hit an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, deepening a crisis that has paralyzed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz for a fifth day and choked off vital Middle East oil and gas flows.
Venture Global announces 500,000-tpy LNG purchase agreement with Trafigura
Venture Global and Trafigura announced the execution of a new, binding agreement for the purchase of approximately 0.5 million tons per year (MMtpy) of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Venture Global for five years commencing in 2026. This mid-term agreement offers greater flexibility to custom..
- Digital Exclusive: Evolving pressure relief valve designs protect LNG facilities
- Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub hit by missile attack, ‘extensive damage’ reported
- JGC-Hyundai JV awarded EPC contract for major low-carbon LNG plant project in Papua New Guinea
- Iran attacks wipe out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for up to five years
- Slovakia amends Gazprom gas contract, seeks to raise Russian imports before EU ban kicks in
