infrastructure
Update: How Germany is building up LNG import terminals
Germany has looked to liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports to replace piped Russian gas since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Its first move has been to deploy floating storage regasification units (FSRUs) to receive seaborne LNG, while longer term it plans shore-based regasification terminals and facilities to import and produce ammonia and green hydrogen.
Venture Global LNG starts commercial operations at Calcasieu Pass (U.S.) plant
Venture Global LNG has begun commercial operations at its Calcasieu Pass plant in Louisiana, more than 3 yr after it first produced liquefied natural gas (LNG).
U.S. EIA: Eagle Ford natural gas production increases as crude oil production holds steady
In its April Short-Term Energy Outlook, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts U.S. annual natural gas production from the Eagle Ford region in southwest Texas will grow from 6.8 Bft3d in 2024 to 7 Bft3d in 2026. The increase in natural gas production comes as natural gas prices rise and demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports grows.
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.
Digital Exclusive: The value of experience—Why expertise matters in compressor overhauls and revamps
It is no exaggeration to say that without compressors, countless industries ranging from petrochemicals to brewing would grind to an almost instant halt. For the companies working in these sectors, it is critical to ensure their equipment is working efficiently and reliably. Over time, many businesses face challenges when working with the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of their compressors. Whether due to poor service, the age of the equipment or a loss of connection with the OEM, companies often seek alternatives for repair and maintenance. However, this move can come with risks of its own, as there is no guarantee that a third party can offer the same level of performance.
Abu Dhabi's ADNOC mulls bid for Aethon's U.S. natural gas assets
Abu Dhabi state oil company ADNOC is in the early stages of considering a bid for investment firm Aethon Energy Management's U.S. natural gas assets.
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.
Back to Russian gas? Trump-wary EU has energy security dilemma
More than three years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Europe's energy security is fragile. U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) helped to plug the Russian supply gap in Europe during the 2022–2023 energy crisis.
EU countries back plan to soften gas storage rules before winter
European Union countries on Friday backed looser rules on filling gas storage ahead of winter, amid concerns that the bloc's current binding regime inflates gas prices.
India's GreenLine Mobility to invest $275 MM to decarbonize heavy truck fleet
India's GreenLine Mobility Solutions will invest $275 MM to accelerate decarbonization of heavy trucks in the country, in a move to cut logistics-related emissions and align its supply chain with sustainability goals.
Russia's Novatek plans condensate processing complex in Murmansk
Russian energy company Novatek plans to build a complex in Murmansk to process and ship stable gas condensate.
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
Taiwan could buy $200 B more from U.S., increase LNG imports as part of trade deal
Taiwan state-backed bodies could over the next decade buy an extra $200 B from the U.S. and bump up the percentage of LNG it gets from the county by one-third to help narrow the trade deficit, the economy minister 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.
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
Indonesia to divert LNG cargoes to local buyers in April-May, adjust Singapore exports
Indonesia's upstream oil and gas regulator SKK Migas will during April and May divert five export cargoes of LNG to domestic buyers. Indonesia will also optimize gas exports from the Natuna area to neighboring Singapore, while reducing exports via its Sumatra pipeline to Singapore
Azerbaijan urges EU to reassess finance restrictions on gas corridor expansion
The European Union must reassess its financing and policies on long-term contracts if it wants to keep importing natural gas from Azerbaijan, President Ilham Aliyev said, adding Baku may seek other export markets instead.
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.
AVEVA to provide data management support for renewable natural gas projects
AVEVA has been selected by Archaea Energy, a renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the U.S., to build a comprehensive operations data management infrastructure.
Chevron announces sale of majority interest in its East Texas (U.S.) gas assets
Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corp., has closed on a transaction to sell a 70% interest in its East Texas gas assets to an affiliate of TG Natural Resources LLC (TGNR), a company indirectly owned by Tokyo Gas Co. Ltd. (Tokyo Gas) and Castleton Commodities Intl. LLC (CCI), for $525 MM, with $75 MM paid in cash and $450 MM as a capital carry to fund Haynesville development.
- Biogas in France: TotalEnergies starts its 2nd largest unit in Normandy
- Parker Hannifin joins iHAPC project to test H2 and argon for cleaner and more energy-efficient engine technologies
- Ukraine plans to import 800 MMm3 of gas until April after Russian strikes
- Digital Exclusive: The future of gas turbines in the green revolution
- LNG retrofits surge as maritime industry seeks short-term carbon reduction solutions
