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Turkey to sign long-term LNG purchase contracts
Turkey is set to finalise long-term contracts for LNG to cover the 2027-2037 period, aimed at securing approximately 5-6 billion cubic meters of LNG annually, will meet 12-13% of Turkey's energy needs.
German government signs off on hydrogen import strategy
Germany's government adopted a strategy for the import of hydrogen to help secure sustainable energy supply as it embarks on creating fossil fuel alternatives for large parts of its industry.
Argent LNG selects GTT onshore tank technology to develop its liquefaction facility in Louisiana (U.S.)
Argent LNG's phased development in Port Fourchon, Louisiana will include GTT, a cryogenic membrane containment system used in the transport and storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
EIA: Less natural gas consumption in Europe is keeping storage full
Consumption of natural gas in Europe consistently decreased since mid-2022, driven by a combination of mild winter weather and government policies aimed at reducing natural gas consumption.
U.S. DOE, ARCHES sign $12.6-B hydrogen hub project in California (U.S.)
The U.S. Department of Energy and ARCHES announced the official signing of a landmark $12.6-B agreement to build a clean, renewable hydrogen hub in California (U.S.).
Venice Energy welcomes underground gas storage expansion project in South Australia
The gas storage expansion project means that Venice Energy's terminal will be able to cover any forecast gas shortfalls in both Victoria and South Australia.
Freeport LNG in Texas to restart one train this week after Hurricane Beryl
Freeport LNG plans to restart one of three LNG trains this week at its Texas facility after the company repairs some damage from Hurricane Beryl. The plant, in Freeport, Texas, south of Houston, halted operations on July 7 before Hurricane Beryl hit the coast, causing widespread power outages and wind damage.
Global LNG trade increased more than 1.6 Bcf/d in 2023
LNG trade increased 3.1% globally in 2023 to average 52.9 Bcft/d, an increase of 1.6 Bcf/d from 2022, according to a report from the International Group of Liquefied Natural Gas Importers (GIIGNL).
Norway keen to explore hydropower, CCS projects in Indonesia
Norway is seeking to form a stronger partnership with Indonesia and explore investment opportunities in renewable energy such as hydropower, and carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Bangladesh's Summit LNG expected to resume operations in mid-July
The floating storage and regasification unit of Bangladesh's Summit LNG should resume operations in mid-July after it was damaged during a cyclone.
China completes its largest LNG storage base
A subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has completed the construction of China's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) storage base, a move that aims to ensure energy security and support green growth in the Yangtze River economic belt.
Aramco’s strategic gas expansion progresses with $25 B in contract awards
Aramco has awarded contracts worth more than $25 B to progress its strategic gas expansion, which targets sales gas production growth of more than 60% by 2030.
FERC approves Venture Global's 20-MMtpy CP2 LNG project in Louisiana (U.S.)
The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved Venture Global's CP2 LNG export terminal project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana (U.S.).
Cedar LNG announces positive FID on 3.3-MMtpy FLNG project
Cedar LNG announced a positive final investment decision on the 3.3-MMtpy FLNG facility in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation on Canada’s West Coast.
Shell to build carbon capture and storage projects in Canada
Shell announced the final investment decision (FID) for Polaris, a carbon capture project at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park, Scotford in Alberta, Canada. Polaris is designed to capture approximately 650,000 tpy of CO₂ from the Shell-owned Scotford refinery and chemicals complex.
Argent LNG signs lease for 20-MMtpy Port Fouchon LNG export terminal
Argent LNG announced the signing of a long-term lease agreement with the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, securing 144 acres of prime land at Port Fourchon, Louisiana (U.S.) for its 20-MMtpy LNG export terminal.
Summit Carbon Solutions granted approval by IUB for CO2 pipeline project
Summit Carbon Solutions is partnering with 57 ethanol plants in the U.S. to capture carbon dioxide from the fermentation process of biorefineries, such as ethanol plants, compress the captured CO2 and channel it to North Dakota where it will be permanently and safely stored underground in deep geologic storage locations.
New England (U.S.) utility closes import-dependent gas-fired power plant, keeps LNG import option
Although Constellation Energy will close the Mystic gas-fired power plant north of Boston (U.S.), it will continue to operate the Everett LNG terminal
Maximum fill volume in propane, butane and LPG pressurized storage tanks
This article details the maximum fill volume for propane, butane and LPG storage tanks at processing facilities.
Global pipelines construction outlook 2024—Part 2
This article will provide a forecast on pipeline construction in Africa, Asia, Europe, Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and the Middle East.
Clean Energy expands Boron LNG facility in California (U.S.) by 50%
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. announced that construction of a third production train at its LNG plant in Boron, California, has been completed, increasing the plant’s volume capacity by 50%.
Egyptian fertilizer plants shut down temporarily due to gas supply pressures
Gas supplies will gradually resume flowing as of Thursday to fertilizer factories in Egypt after several chemical and fertilizer companies shut down plants on a temporary basis.
Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May
Sweltering heat and policy measures are fueling a surge in the use of gas-fired power in India, with imports of LNG forecast to rise sharply over the next two years.
Norway eyes faster ramp-up of gas export to Britain
The resumption on Friday of Norwegian gas exports to Britain via the Langeled pipeline will progress at a faster pace than initially planned, Norwegian system operator Gassco said.
TotalEnergies increases LNG deliveries to Asia with two new contracts
In line with its strategy to grow its LNG business, TotalEnergies announced the signing of two new LNG medium- and long-term contracts in Asia with Indian Oil and Korea South-East Power.
Gas Networks Ireland to connect new €63-MM Bia Energy biomethane plant directly to its network
Partnership with Bia Energy will be the first direct entry point for renewable biomethane in the greater Dublin area.
Woodside gets $1 B in funding for Scarborough LNG project
Woodside will receive $1 B in funding for its flagship Scarborough LNG project from state-owned Japan Bank for International Cooperation.
AltaGas and Royal Vopak take FID on large-scale LPG terminal
AltaGas Ltd. and Royal Vopak are pleased to announce a positive final investment decision (FID) on the Ridley Island Energy Export Facility (REEF), a large-scale liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and bulk liquids terminal with rail, logistics and marine infrastructure on Ridley Island, British Columbia, Canada.
Air Products plans hydrogen refueling stations network in California (U.S.)
Air Products announced it intends to build a network of permanent, commercial-scale, multi-modal hydrogen refueling stations stretching from Northern California to Southern California (U.S.).
UK's National Grid seeks buyer for Europe's biggest LNG terminal
British energy infrastructure operator National Grid said it is looking to sell its Grain liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Britain, Europe's largest such facility, in a bid to streamline operations.
- Woodfibre LNG receives BCEAO order to move floatel to site to house non-local workforce
- QatarEnergy, Exxon seek to remove contractor from Texas gas project
- Veolia, Waga Energy and ENGIE collaborate to develop renewable natural gas industry in France
- Congo Brazzaville becomes an LNG exporting country
- Fulcrum LNG to pair with McDermott, Baker Hughes for Guyana gas project
- EU approves law to hit gas imports with methane emissions limit
- Veolia, Waga Energy and ENGIE collaborate to develop renewable natural gas industry in France
- Hawai'i Gas selects Eurus Energy America, Bana Pacific for hydrogen and renewable natural gas projects
- TotalEnergies increases LNG deliveries to Asia with two new contracts
- Desert Mountain Energy Corp. initiates helium production
