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Digital Exclusive: Ten ways AI is expediting construction projects in the processing industry
Like most construction megaprojects, processing projects have scaled up in complexity while offsetting that complexity using tools such as computer-aided design (CAD), building information modeling (BIM) and project management software. The bad news for the processing industries is that complexity has been outpacing the implementation of productivity tools—however, this may be about to change.
Croatia's LNG terminal to auction 0.75 Bm3 of regasification capacity in May
Croatia's floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) terminal will auction 0.75 Bm3 of regasification capacity in May, the managing director of LNG Croatia said.
Alexandroupolis LNG terminal to restart soon and hit capacity by September
The 4.3-MMtpy Alexandroupolis LNG terminal in Greece will begin a gradual restart soon and reach full capacity by September. Gastrade halted operations at Alexandroupolis in late January, citing technical issues
Bulgaria to increase capacity to import gas from Greece by 50% next year
Bulgaria will increase its capacity to import gas from Greece by 50% a year from next January to 8 billion cubic meters (bcm) annually, the head of gas transmission operator Bulgartransgaz said.
NextDecade strikes LNG supply deal with TotalEnergies for 1.5 MMtpy
U.S. LNG producer NextDecade said it has signed a 20-year deal to supply France's TotalEnergies with 1.5 MMtpy from its Rio Grande facility's planned fourth liquefaction facility.
Eni signs MoU with YPF for joint evaluation of Argentina LNG project phase
The MoU relates to the development of upstream, transportation and gas liquefaction facilities through two floating LNG units, with a total capacity of 12 MMtpy.
Energy Transfer requests more time to build Lake Charles LNG plant (U.S.)
Energy Transfer, the pipeline company developing a LNG export facility in Louisiana, is asking federal regulators to extend the deadline by three years for construction of its plant.
Indian gas firm GAIL seeks 26% stake in U.S. LNG
GAIL India Ltd issued a tender to buy an up to 26% stake in a LNG project in the U.S. combined with a 15-year gas import deal, aiding New Delhi's efforts to narrow its trade surplus with Washington.
Rakishev's Fincraft Group plans to launch Borankol gas processing plant in Kazakhstan in June
The Borankol Gas Processing Plant (GPP) in Kazakhstan is scheduled for commissioning in June 2025, the head of Fincraft Group Kenes Rakishev said.
Singapore port authority receives proposals for scaling up LNG marine fuel supply
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has received a total of 14 proposals to scale up the supply of LNG for marine fuel, the government body said
Mubadala Energy takes stake in Kimmeridge gas, LNG projects in U.S.
Mubadala Energy, an arm of one of Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth funds, signed a deal on Thursday with energy investor Kimmeridge that will give it stakes in gas assets in the U.S., marking its entry into the market as part of its growth plans.
Russia, Sri Lanka discuss fuel supply, LNG projects
Russia and Sri Lanka discussed Russian companies' participation in construction and modernization of LNG facilities on the island, the Russian energy ministry said
New LNG plant to boost Venture Global profits as Calcasieu serves long-term customers
Long-term customers to get good deals on LNG from Calcasieu Pass Venture to charge higher spot prices for LNG from Plaquemines Calcasieu customers to continue arbitration cases Venture Global Inc is about to start selling LNG cargoes from a Louisiana export terminal to long-term customers..
Cedar LNG selects contractor to build feedstock pipeline
Cedar LNG recently selected Ledcor Haisla Limited Partnership (LHLP) to construct the pipeline scope of work for the Cedar LNG Project.
Mozambique government approves Eni's Coral Norte FLNG plan
Mozambique approved the development plan for Eni's second floating liquefied natural gas platform, Coral Norte, paving the way for a final investment decision.
LNG Canada starts cooldown of plant in final step before producing LNG
LNG Canada has started to cool down its LNG plant in Kitimat, British Columbia, considered a final step before it begins to produce the superchilled gas.
Trump signs executive orders to boost U.S. coal as power demand rises
U.S. President Donald Trump signed executive orders on Tuesday that aim to boost coal production
Shell lowers first-quarter LNG production outlook
Shell lowered its first-quarter LNG production outlook in a trading update, citing the impact of bad weather in Australia, before it publishes results on May 2.
Petronet LNG signs initial pact with Odisha government to set up a 4-MMtpy LNG terminal
The LNG operator has signed an initial pact with India's Odish state government to possible build a 4-MMtpy LNG terminal.
Japan's Inpex starts engineering design for Indonesia's Abadi LNG project
Japanese oil and gas explorer Inpex Corp. on Wednesday started the front-end engineering design process for its Abadi liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Indonesia, as the government put pressure on the company to accelerate development.
Argan Inc.’s Gemma Power Systems to proceed on EPC contract for 1.2-GW natural gas power project in Texas (U.S.)
Argan Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary, Gemma Power Systems, has received a notice to proceed on its previously announced engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services contract with Sandow Lakes Energy Co. LLC (SLEC) of Rockdale, Texas (U.S.) for a 1.2-GW ultra-efficient natural gas-fired plant in Lee County, Texas.
Gazprom's venture seeks workers for vast Ust-Luga gas complex
RusKhimAlyans, a subsidiary of Russia's state-owned Gazprom, announced job vacancies for its new gas processing complex in the Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, in a sign of confidence the plant will start operations despite sanctions.
Japan's Mitsubishi may consider investing in $44-B Alaska LNG project, CEO says
Japanese trading house Mitsubishi Corp may consider investing in Alaska's $44-B LNG project, though any decision will require careful review, including factors such as the 1,300 km distance to the West coast, the need to build liquefaction facilities, and future LNG demand in Southeast Asia and other regions.
Venture Global's Calcasieu Pass LNG (U.S.) facility gets FERC approval
The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has granted approval to U.S. LNG developer Venture Global Inc to commence service on the remainder of the facilities at the Calcasieu Pass LNG Terminal in Louisiana, according to a filing on Thursday.
Poland to upgrade gas link to Ukraine to boost transit capacity
Poland's Gaz-System will upgrade a metering station on the gas pipeline to Ukraine to boost gas transit capacity towards its eastern neighbor. The upgrade of the Hermanowice station will be ready at the end of 2025 or early 2026.
Traverse Pipeline reaches final investment decision to transport natural gas between Agua Dulce and the Katy area
WhiteWater announced that WhiteWater, MPLX LP, and Enbridge Inc., through the WPC joint venture, have partnered with an affiliate of Targa Resources Corp. and have reached the final investment decision to move forward with the construction of the Traverse Pipeline, having secured sufficient firm transportation agreements with investment grade shippers.
Carbon Clean announces successful completion of world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC
Carbon Clean announced the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC. The modular unit has achieved the major milestone of around 4,000 operating hours over a six-month period, delivering a high-purity CO2 product
U.S. to axe Biden-era 7-year deadline on exports from new LNG projects
The U.S. is slated to rescind a policy issued by the administration of former President Joe Biden that requires liquefied natural gas, or LNG, projects to export within seven years of receiving regulatory approval.
Japan's Tokyo Gas expands in U.S. shale gas with Chevron deal
TG Natural Resources LLC, co-owned by Tokyo Gas and Castleton Commodities International, has bought a 70% stake in east Texas gas assets from Chevron for $525 MM, as it expands its U.S. gas business.
Gas giants say Australia opposition’s plan to reserve supplies could worsen shortfall
Global gas giants said an election campaign proposal by Australia's opposition coalition that would force producers to direct more export gas into the domestic market would deter investment without tackling looming shortages.
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