LNG
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.
Sempra sells $10-B infrastructure stake, greenlights Port Arthur LNG Phase 2
Sempra has announced a $10-B sale of a 45% stake in Sempra Infrastructure Partners and reached FID on Port Arthur LNG Phase 2, a $12-B expansion with operations slated for 2030–2031.
Opinion: The U.S. LNG industry risks becoming victim of its own success
The U.S. has become the world's top exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), thanks to its abundant gas supplies from onshore shale. Energy Secretary Chris Wright expects LNG to overtake oil as the top U.S. export in the coming years.
U.S. could see LNG oversupply in 2027-2029 period, EQT CEO says
The U.S. could experience some oversupply of liquefied natural gas between 2027 and 2029, but supply will tighten in 2030, Toby Rice, the CEO of natural gas producer EQT Corp said.
Asian spot prices stable amid muted demand, strong supply
Asian spot liquefied natural gas prices remained flat this week on high storage inventories and continued muted demand.
Trump admin gives China 'free pass' on Russian LNG, Democratic senators say
Trump has refrained from putting direct sanctions on Russian energy entities in his second term. Instead, he has imposed additional 25% tariffs on imports of goods from India for buying Russian oil.
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.
Oil India sees restart of Mozambique LNG project by year's end
TotalEnergies halted construction of the project and imposed force majeure in 2021 following a deadly attack on the site by Islamic State-linked insurgents.
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.
Germany continues to build up LNG import terminals
Its first move has been to deploy floating storage regasification units (FSRUs) to receive seaborne LNG, while long-term it is planning shore-based facilities to import and produce ammonia and green hydrogen.
ADNOC-led consortium pulls $18.7-B bid for Australia's Santos
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has withdrawn the $18.7-B offer it led to buy Australian gas producer Santos after months of disagreement over valuation.
Chevron, Israeli pipeline operator to kickstart new gas pipeline to Egypt
Nitzana would ease an energy crisis in Egypt, which has spent billions of dollars on importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and is part of a concerted effort to boost Israeli gas exports to the Arab world's most populous nation.
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.
Floating LNG terminal Hoegh Gannet to undergo work, will be back by winter
The floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) will be back in the Brunsbuettel LNG port by mid-November.
ABB to power Singapore’s first floating LNG terminal
Hanwha Ocean has awarded ABB the contract to supply a complete electric power and propulsion system for Singapore’s first floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal.
Standard Charter delivers $15-B financing for Venture Global's CP2 LNG project
Standard Charter has delivered $15.1 B financing for Venture Global's Phase 1 of the CP2 LNG project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana (U.S.). The 20-MMtpy facility will be comprised of thirty six 0.626 MMtpy liquefaction trains, configured in 18 blocks. CP2 LNG's project will also consist of four 200,00..
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.
Hanwha Power Systems receives AiP from ABS for ammonia fuel gas turbine conversion design on LNG carriers
Hanwha Power Systems has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for the ammonia fuel gas turbine conversion design aimed at 174K LNG carriers.
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...
Swiss trader MET Group seeks US LNG to grow portfolio, Southeast Asia sales
Switzerland-based energy trader MET Group is looking to expand its liquefied natural gas (LNG) portfolio by securing more new supply from the United States that it can use as it builds its presence in Asia, its chief executive said. "We are trying to secure additional new supply into our portfolio,..
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.
Japan's JERA looks to Alaska and Qatari LNG to meet demand, diversify supply
JERA keen on Alaska LNG due to proximity to Japan Eyes early conclusion to QatarEnergy talks Sakhalin-2 LNG remains an important option to JERA and Japan Japan's top power generator JERA is ramping up its interest in U.S. liquefied natural gas, particularly from Alaska, and is in talks wi..
Global Projects Data - August Update
An overview of active gas processing/LNG projects globally.
- 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
