Europe
Snam completes commissioning of FSRU offshore Ravenna, Italy
The regasification unit BW Singapore, moored 8.5 kilometers offshore Ravenna, has successfully completed commissioning within the scheduled time.
INEOS and Covestro agree to 8-yr LNG linked gas supply agreement
INEOS and Covestro have announced a significant long-term agreement for the supply of natural gas for up to eight years, starting 2027. The agreement builds on INEOS' newly established LNG supply chain, and both companies' commitment to support European industrial competitiveness.
German gas storage operators criticize plan to implement EU rules
A draft proposal to change Germany's gas storage law to align filling levels with anticipated European Union regulations could be unfair to some operators and even squeeze supplies, their industry lobby INES said on Tuesday.
Asia's LNG demand stays muted in April while Europe eases
Asia's imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) remained tepid in April while Europe's started to show signs of the usual seasonal easing as winter peak demand passed.
Amarinth installs new cryogenic pump at Air Products' Didcot, UK facility
Amarinth has successfully delivered a state-of-the-art cryogenic pump replacement to Air Products at its Didcot facility in the UK.
Germany's Wilhelmshaven gas terminal 1 to reopen shortly, operator says
Germany's Wilhelmshaven 1 liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal is set to reopen shortly after completing scheduled repair work on the superstructure on the jetty of its transhipment facility last week, according to a note on operator DET's website.
U.S. LNG supplies to Europe will continue to increase, says U.S. Energy Secretary
U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies to Europe will continue to rise, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Monday during a visit to the Polish capital Warsaw.
£2-B HyNet carbon storage project will provide massive jobs and net-zero boost
The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has awarded three carbon storage permits to Eni for Liverpool Bay CCS, the carbon dioxide (CO2) transportation and storage system which will serve the HyNet industrial cluster.
Spain's national hydrogen network plan ahead of schedule
Plans to build a 2,600 km (1,615 mile) hydrogen network in Spain are advancing ahead of schedule and the infrastructure is on track to start operations in 2030, the chief of Spanish gas grid operator Enagas said.
Iran, Russia agree on 55 Bm3 of gas supplies, nuclear plant funding
Russia and Iran have reached a deal on 55 billion cubic meters of Russian gas supplies a year, though prices are yet to be agreed, while Russia also pledged to fund construction of a new nuclear power plant in Iran.
Kremlin says Russia is not holding gas supply talks with Europe or the U.S.
The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russia is not holding talks with Europe or the United States about Russian gas supplies via Ukraine.
Europe gas: Prices little changed on healthy supply
Dutch and British wholesale gas prices were little changed on Thursday morning on healthy supply.
Ukraine's Naftogaz signs contract for 100 MMm3 of gas from Orlen
Ukraine's Naftogaz has signed a contract for a further 100 MMm3 of LNG deliveries from Poland's Orlen, bringing the total volume it will purchase from the Polish company to 300 MMm3.
EU looking at options to forbid new Russian gas contracts
The European Commission is assessing whether it could legislate to forbid firms in the European Union from signing new contracts for Russian fossil fuels. It is also working on legal options to allow EU companies to break existing gas supply contracts with Russia without facing penalties.
Germany's Wilhelmshaven LNG terminal closed for repair work
Germany's Wilhelmshaven liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal is carrying out scheduled repair work on the superstructure on the jetty of its trans-shipment facility from April 23 and will report to the market about the reopening.
Column: Europe can ride LNG wave to build strategic gas reserves
European governments may have a rare window of opportunity to build up strategic gas stockpiles in the coming years to help manage supply shocks that could become more common if geopolitical tensions keep rising.
Norway's Hammerfest LNG plant halts for maintenance until July
Equinor's Hammerfest LNG terminal, Europe's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility, went offline on Tuesday as planned for annual maintenance.
Ukraine's Naftogaz says it seeks €1 B to purchase more than 2 Bm3 of gas
Ukraine's state oil and gas firm Naftogaz is in talks with the government and international financial institutions to raise €1 B to purchase over > 2 Bm3 of gas for the 2025–2026 heating season.
EU explores tweaking methane rules for U.S. gas to help trade talks
The European Union is looking at ways to make it easier for U.S. gas exports to comply with its methane emissions rules, as the bloc attempts to avert a trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump.
EU shelves idea of sanctions on Russian LNG imports
European officials have dropped the idea of pushing for a ban on the bloc's Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports in upcoming packages because of resistance from some governments and uncertainty about alternative sources.
Australia's Woodside signs LNG supply deal with Germany's Uniper
Australia's top gas producer Woodside Energy said on Thursday it had signed LNG sale and purchase agreements with German utility firm Uniper.
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.
Europe gas: Prices slightly down on healthy Norwegian and LNG supply
Dutch and British gas prices were slightly lower on Tuesday morning amid warm temperatures and strong supply from Norway and liquefied natural gas (LNG), while market players continued to monitor any developments on tariffs and talks to end the war in Ukraine.
China is set to import more Russian LNG in 2025
China is set to increase its imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) this year, its ambassador to Russia said on Tuesday.
Mantle8 confirms record hydrogen concentration in the Pyrenees
Mantle8, a natural hydrogen (H2) exploration company, has reported exceptionally high soil-gas readings at its Comminges prospect in the French Pyrenees, validating its proprietary exploration technology.
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.
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.
- Three killed, two injured in accident at LNG construction site in Texas (U.S.)
- Update: How Germany is building up LNG import terminals
- TotalEnergies and partners launch the 2nd phase of Northern Lights CCS project
- Digital Exclusive: The value of experience—Why expertise matters in compressor overhauls and revamps
- Croatia's LNG terminal to auction 0.75 Bm3 of regasification capacity in May
