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Air Liquide sees two of six U.S. hydrogen hubs most likely to advance first after Trump halts funding
"After meeting with the American teams a few days ago, two of the hubs around hydrogen from natural gas with carbon capture are probably on top of the list to be pursued," CEO François Jackow said
Eni to use Nextchem's gasification technology to produce circular methanol and hydrogen
MET Development (MAIRE), Eni and Iren Ambiente have started the permitting process for an innovative circular methanol and hydrogen production plant at Eni’s refinery in Sannazzaro de' Burgondi (Pavia), Italy. The plant will have capacity of up to 110,000 tpy of methanol and up to 1,500 tpy of hydrogen
ExxonMobil plans large-scale gas/LNG projects in Guyana
ExxonMobil plans to boost natural gas output and supply in Guyana through a large-scale project, following the government's call for more gas to fuel onshore power and petrochemical projects, including a gas processing and LNG offshore facility to be built by U.S. company Fulcrum LNG.
Power up: Considerations to help understand the potential of cogeneration
Combined heat and power, also known as cogeneration, converts one form of energy to two usable forms, typically heat and power. By simultaneously producing onsite electricity and heat, cogeneration systems can provide reliable energy at reduced overall costs.
Seven tips to achieve a smoother plant turnaround
This article offers seven tips for a smoother turnaround project.
Monetizing carbon capture, transport and storage
Companies should be exploring the practicality of reducing their emissions by using CCS strategies, along with calculating the possible value of selling their excess reduction as a new income stream. Partnering with a single provider able to support all aspects of such a program can shorten the development time and ensure successful project execution.
Ammonia decomposition—Hydrogen carrier value chain
Ammonia is emerging as one of the most promising H2 carriers, offering solutions to several critical challenges associated with H2 storage and transportation. As H2 is increasingly recognized as a pivotal component in the transition to a carbon-free energy future, efficient storage and transportation systems have become crucial for its widespread adoption.
Enhance cryogenic gas production with a dual-stream vortex tube
The growing field of cryogenic applications underscores the importance of both technical and economical assessment of the available and the emerging methods of chilled gas production. The authors’ company conducted a field study to evaluate its proprietary dual-stream, non-freeze vortex tube technology for the chilling of pre-cooled gaseous nitrogen across a wide range of gas inlet temperatures and gas inlet-to-outlet pressure ratios.
A novel process and machinery unit for the highly efficient liquefaction of renewable natural gases
This article describes a gas expansion-based liquefaction process using a proprietary machine called a compander.. Highlights of the process include ease of operation and permitting, as well as high quality thanks to in-house design, manufacturing, assembly and testing of key components.
Adani Total Dhamra LNG terminal expansion not imminent
India's Adani Total has yet to conduct feasibility studies to double the capacity of its LNG terminal in Dhamra, a year after the JV announced it was in the early stages of planning a possible expansion.
Yokogawa enhances IT/OT integration with new release of OpreX Collaborative Information Server
Yokogawa Electric Corporation announced the release of the latest version of OpreX™ Collaborative Information Server (CI Server), with enhancements that streamline application assembly and improve external connectivity.
OLI Systems awarded U.S. DOE SBIR grant for CO2 Transport Asset Integrity Model technology
OLI Systems has been awarded a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research grant by the U.S. Department of Energy. This award will enable the development of OLI's CO₂ Transport Asset Integrity Model, an innovative solution addressing the critical challenge of ensuring pipeline safety in carbon capture, utilization, and storage projects.
Woodside and Trinidad have agreed on initial commercial terms for deepwater gas project
Trinidad and Tobago is pushing producers, especially those offshore, to accelerate natural gas output in order to resume full use of its gas processing capacity-LNG output and exports have been curtailed in recent years by lack of gas.
Accelera to power bp's Lingen green hydrogen project in Germany
Accelera™ by Cummins will supply a 100-megawatt proton exchange membrane electrolyzer system for bp's Lingen green hydrogen project in Germany.
Svanehøj to supply CO2 pumps for INEOS’ Project Greensand in the North Sea
INEOS has selected ITT’s Svanehøj to supply CO₂ pumps for the onshore facility and the first LCO₂ carrier for Project Greensand in the Danish North Sea. This strategically significant order further strengthens Svanehøj’s position in carbon capture and storage.
Fincantieri delivers first of two advanced dual-fuel InTUItion-class cruise ships
Fincantieri has announced the successful delivery of the Mein Schiff Relax, the first of two advanced dual-fuel InTUItion-class cruise ships built for TUI Cruises, a joint venture between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises, in Molfalcone, Italy.
Immingham Green Energy Terminal (UK) development consent decision announced
Imported ammonia will be stored and processed at the site to create green hydrogen, for onward transport to filling stations throughout the UK.
East Timor favors Australia over Chinese firms on major gas project
East Timor would prefer to work with Australia and partners Woodside Energy and Japan's Osaka Gas over Chinese firms that have expressed interest in developing the stalled Greater Sunrise natural gas field
Baker Hughes to provide liquefaction trains, power islands for Venture Global LNG (U.S.)
Baker Hughes has been awarded a major contract to provide a modularized LNG system and power island to support Venture Global LNG projects in the U.S.
Emerson to acquire remaining outstanding shares of AspenTech
Emerson will acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of AspenTech not already owned by Emerson for $265/share pursuant to an all-cash tender offer. The transaction values the minority stake being acquired at $7.2 B, and values the total company at a fully diluted market capitalization of $17 B with an enterprise value of $16.8 B.
Argent LNG (U.S.) to provide 5 MMtpy to Bangladesh
Argent LNG, which is developing a 25-MMtpy LNG facility in Louisiana, has signed a non-binding agreement with the government of Bangladesh to purchase up to 5 MMtpy of LNG, the company said in a statement on Friday.
Kent secures detailed engineering contract for UK's first large-scale, low-carbon hydrogen project
Kent announced the signing of a significant contract with ENKA for the detailed engineering of the low-carbon hydrogen production plant (HPP1) at the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. The project is being developed for Essar Energy Transition (EET) Hydrogen, formerly known as Vertex Hydrogen Ltd.
TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project faces delay beyond 2029
TotalEnergies' $20-B Mozambique LNG project will not be operational by 2029 as hoped, the French oil major said, citing the need to end force majeure and ensure security at the project site.
FLNG Gimi receives first gas from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim field
Golar LNG Limited announced that FLNG Gimi received feed gas from the bp-operated FPSO on the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project offshore Mauritania and Senegal. Full commissioning of the FLNG has now commenced.
GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride announce the commissioning of Sumter RNG project
At the Pilgrim’s Sumter processing facility, GreenGas is building upon existing methane capture capabilities and investment to convert biogas from wastewater streams, upgrading the biogas to pipeline quality RNG.
First-ever ammonia and propane co-loaded vessel completes voyage from U.S. to Europe
Trafigura, in collaboration with CF Industries, announced the completion of the first co-loaded ammonia and propane shipment operation of its kind. In early January, the Green Power Medium Gas Carrier (MGC) completed a single voyage from the U.S. to Europe loaded with ammonia from CF Industries and with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG or propane) in separate tanks.
Levidian's LOOP technology goes live at one of the world's largest gas processing plants
British climate technology firm Levidian announced the successful installation of its patented LOOP technology at ADNOC Gas' Habshan Gas Processing Plant in Abu Dhabi.
KT-Kinetics Technology, NEXTCHEM awarded contracts for Petronas hydrogen unit
KT-Kinetics technology will provide engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning services for a 38,000 m3/hr hydrogen production unit which is expected to be operational by the second half of 2028.
Poland's Orlen plans to invest up to nearly $92 B by 2035
The company aims to meet all of Poland's domestic natural gas demand over the next decade by increasing production and boosting LNG contracting, as well as adding gas-fired power generation capacity, energy storage and other infrastructure.
TotalEnergies begins construction on 50-MMft3d Iraq gas plant
TotalEnergies has begun building 50-MMft3d ArtawiGas25 gas processing facility in Iraq, which will process natural gas from the Ratawi field which is currently flared
- ADNOC Gas awards $2.1 B in contracts to enhance LNG supply infrastructure
- U.S. Department of the Treasury releases final rules for clean hydrogen production tax credit
- Nicor Gas celebrates its first renewable natural gas interconnection
- EnviTec Biogas looks to expand biogas production into the U.S.
- AGDC and Glenfarne to develop $44-B Alaska LNG project
