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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.
U.S. natgas prices hold at 10-week low on forecasts for mild weather through early May
U.S. natural gas futures held at a 10-week low on Thursday ahead of the long Good Friday holiday weekend on forecasts for the weather to remain mild and demand low through early May.
U.S. natural gas production remained flat in 2024
U.S. marketed natural gas production remained relatively flat in 2024, growing by less than 400,000 MMft3d compared with 2023 to average 113 Bft3d, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA’s) latest Natural Gas Monthly.
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.
Kinder Morgan maintains annual profit forecast on soaring natgas demand
U.S. pipeline and terminal operator Kinder Morgan left its annual profit forecast unchanged on Wednesday, as it continued to bank on demand increase for natural gas even as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs sparked uncertainty across the energy industry.
Galp lifts first LNG cargo from Venture Global's Calcasieu Pass plant
Portugese energy firm Galp Energia said on Wednesday it lifted its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from Venture Global's Calcasieu Pass export facility in Louisiana (U.S.) under an agreement signed several years ago.
India eyes ending import tax on U.S. ethane and LPG in trade talks
India plans to end taxes on U.S. ethane and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports under broader negotiations with Washington as it looks to reduce its trade surplus and ease its tariff burden.
Thailand plans to import more U.S. LNG over next 5 yr, says minister
Thailand plans to import more liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States over the next 5 yr, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Wednesday ahead of a meeting with U.S. officials next week to discuss tariffs.
TotalEnergies to offtake 1.5 MMtpy of LNG from the future Train 4 of Rio Grande LNG Facility
TotalEnergies has signed a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with NextDecade to buy 1.5 million tons per annum (MMtpy) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the future Train 4 liquefaction unit at the Rio Grande LNG facility.
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).
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
U.S. natgas prices edge up on record flows to LNG export plants
U.S. natural gas futures edged up about 1% on Monday on record flows to liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plants and forecasts for higher gas demand this week than previously expected.
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.
U.S. natural gas prices slide 3% to 2-month low on small daily output rise
U.S. natural gas futures slid about 3% to a two-month low on Friday on a small increase in daily output and worries U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war with China could reduce economic growth and demand for energy around the world.
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.
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..
Russia lacks infrastructure to replace U.S. LPG for China
Russia's exporters of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are unlikely to be able to provide enough LPG to make up for U.S. supplies disrupted by tariffs, traders said on Thursday, citing a lack of infrastructure.
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.
Energy Transfer signs deal with MidOcean for Lake Charles (U.S.) LNG project
U.S. pipeline operator Energy Transfer has entered into a nonbinding agreement with MidOcean Energy to jointly develop the Lake Charles LNG export facility in Louisiana (U.S.).
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
U.S. exits carbon talks on shipping, urges others to follow
The U.S. has withdrawn from talks in London looking at advancing decarbonization in the shipping sector and Washington will consider "reciprocal measures" to offset any fees charged to U.S. ships.
China petchem plants face shutdown as tariffs on U.S. LPG loom
Chinese petrochemical makers that buy $11 B worth of U.S. liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) annually are poised to cut output or shut for maintenance in coming weeks as Beijing's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports drive up costs.
- 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
