natural gas
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.
Iraq fails to win U.S. approval to import Turkmen gas via Iran
Iraq's attempt to ease its chronic power shortage with gas from Turkmenistan routed through neighboring Iran has failed under U.S. pressure, leaving Baghdad scrambling for alternatives to keep the lights on.
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.
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.
Nopetro Energy powers Vero Beach (U.S.) economy with new landfill-to-renewable fuel facility
RNG, a biogas and the lowest-carbon alternative fuel, is being produced by capturing and removing methane gas from the Indian River County landfill.
Ukraine will need to buy $1 B of gas to hit winter storage target after Russian attacks
Russia has spent the past two years attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure to weaken its military and undermine civilian morale. The campaign has reduced domestic gas production and power generation dramatically, with Russian strikes continuing almost daily.
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.
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.
Blackstone to buy Pennsylvania (U.S.) natgas power plant for ~$1 B
U.S. power demand is projected to reach record levels in 2025, driven by data centers for AI and cryptocurrency technologies, as well as higher residential and commercial consumption.
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
ABS approves blue ammonia FPSO concept from SBM Offshore
A new design from SBM Offshore of a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit focused on the production of blue ammonia has earned approval in principle from ABS.
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...
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.
BlackRock-led group in talks to raise around $10.3 billion for Aramco deal
A group of investors led by BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners is in talks with lenders to secure up to $10.3 billion in financing for Aramco's Jafurah infrastructure deal. Banks including JPMorgan and Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation are in talks to participate in the transactio..
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..
Gazprom's Ust-Luga gas complex is 63% complete
A gas processing plant forming part of the ethane-containing gas processing complex (ECGPC) near Ust-Luga is now 63% ready, Gazprom CEO Alexei Miller said.
Entergy's Texas (U.S.) unit receives approval to build natural gas power plants
Power consumption in the United States is projected to hit record highs in 2025 and 2026.
The value of experience—Why expertise matters in compressor overhauls and revamps
Companies that prioritize working with experienced providers can avoid costly disruptions, improve the reliability of their assets and extend the life of key equipment, ultimately improving the long-term success of their operations.
After 30 years, I am still betting on solid-rotor motors for critical high-speed applications
Solid-rotor technology can be considered to have quietly faded into obscurity—the reality is quite the opposite. Its best days may still lie ahead, especially for demanding high-speed industrial processes. The 'underdog' motor. When I first jumped into the world of power electronics and motor tec..
Global Projects Data - August Update
An overview of active gas processing/LNG projects globally.
What is API 6DX and what does it mean for the energy industry?
This article will discuss API 6D and 6DX, providing an overview of the standards as well as details on the latest requirements and documentation that can be expected when an API 6DX compliant actuator or API 6D actuated valve assembly are purchased.
EU could quit Russian gas within a year, U.S. energy chief says
The EU is negotiating legal proposals to phase out imports of Russian oil and gas by January 2028, with a ban on short-term contracts kicking in from next year.
Baker Hughes secures order for Rio Grande LNG (U.S.) expansion
Baker Hughes announced an award from engineering company Bechtel Energy Inc. to supply main liquefaction equipment for Train 4 of NextDecade’s Rio Grande LNG Facility in the Port of Brownsville, Texas.
Opinion: Europe succumbs to U.S. ‘energy dominance’ at its own risk
It may appear quite audacious for the world's largest natural gas producer to demand that its biggest market stop buying from a competitor. But that's exactly what unfolded this week at the global gas industry’s annual gathering in Milan.
75% of critical infrastructure organizations endorse ‘secure by operations’ strategy to defend against OT cyberattacks
Nine in ten critical infrastructure organizations hit by OT attacks in the past 18 months One-third of those suffered 4-6 attacks in the last 18 months due to limited visibility and capabilities 11% experienced between 7-10 breaches despite existing security measures A newly commissioned glob..
Asian demand for U.S. LNG unshaken by China-Russia pipeline plans, says Venture Global CEO
China-Russia gas deals won't impact Asia demand for US LNG Venture Global does not see price compression due to oversupply LNG deals signed before and after arbitration cases "are all the same" -CEO Recent gas agreements between China and Russia are unlikely to weaken Asian demand for U.S..
ExxonMobil bullish on China's LNG demand, eyes new markets
ExxonMobil expects strong growth in demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) in China, driven by transport and marine sectors, and sees rising opportunities in new markets across Asia Pacific, Africa and Latin America, a senior company executive said.
Edison to buy U.S. LNG from Shell in 15-year deal starting 2028
Italy's energy company Edison signed an agreement with Shell to purchase liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the U.S., expanding its long-term portfolio. The Italian subsidiary of France's EDF will receive around700,000 tpy starting in 2028 and continuing for up to 15 years, it said in a statement...
TotalEnergies to supply 1 MMtpy of LNG to KOGAS (South Korea)
TotalEnergies and KOGAS, South Korea’s national natural gas company, announced the signing of a Heads of Agreement (HoA) for the annual delivery in South Korea of 1 million tons (Mt) of LNG per year over a 10-year period starting from the end of 2027. Awarded to TotalEnergies by KOGAS following an ..
- Aramco signs $11-B Jafurah midstream deal with international consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners
- Digital Exclusive: Turbomachinery: The backbone of cryogenic gas processing
- Fluor, JGC to conduct FEED for Shell's LNG Canada Phase 2 project
- Woodfibre LNG provides construction update for Canadian LNG project
- CPC Corp. awards CTCI EPC contract for LNG build in Taiwan
