Processing/LNG

NextDecade to Appeal Court Ruling Overturning Rio Grande LNG Project Approval

U.S. liquefied natural gas developer NextDecade said it will appeal a court ruling that overturned federal approval for its $18 billion Rio Grande LNG project and warned loss of its permits could prevent access to its loans.

BP Tells Regulators Venture Global's LNG Plant Doesn't Need More Time to Start Production

Oil and gas producer BP Plc told federal regulators on Wednesday that it has reviewed confidential commissioning documents and does not believe Venture Global LNG needs more time to begin commercial production.

Swan Energy to Sell $399 Million Stake in LNG Terminal to Turkish Firm

Indian oil and gas firm Swan Energy plans to sell a stake in one of its LNG terminals to Turkish state energy company BOTAS in a deal worth $399 million, it said in an exchange filing on Wednesday.

Russian Court Freezes $1.2 Billion in Linde UK Assets Over Gas Processing Dispute

A Russian court has ordered that assets worth around $1.15 billion of a British subsidiary of German industrial gases company Linde be frozen in a dispute over a gas processing plant, court filings showed on Wednesday.

Karpowership Unveils $1 Billion LNG-to-Power Project to Boost South African Energy Grid

Karpowership has revealed plans to invest $1 billion in LNG-to-power infrastructure. This project, based in Mozambique, aims to provide reliable electricity to the South African Power Pool (SAPP), benefiting up to 5 million people.

Corrosion Control: Enhancing Protection for Tanks and Pipelines with VCIs

Vapor corrosion inhibitors (VCIs) offer a complementary solution to traditional corrosion protection methods, enhancing the defense of tanks, pipelines, and insulated surfaces in hard-to-reach areas.

End of an Era? Russian Gas Flow to Europe via Ukraine in Question

Russia continues to supply gas to Europe through Ukraine, despite the war and shifting energy dynamics. With the transit deal ending in 2024, the future of these gas flows remains uncertain.

Cheniere Untroubled by LNG Project Setbacks, Cites Strong Regulatory Strategy

Cheniere Energy's CEO, Jack Fusco, stated that the company is not concerned about recent U.S. court rulings that halted other LNG export projects. Fusco highlighted that Cheniere has no ongoing court cases affecting its current operations and is meticulous in adhering to regulatory processes.

Woodside's $1.2 Billion Bid for Tellurian Likely Unchallenged, Sources Say

Woodside Energy which agreed last month to buy Tellurian, the developer of a fully-permitted U.S. LNG project, for $1.2 billion including debt is unlikely to face a rival bid, people close the deal said.

Golden Pass LNG Project Delay to Impact Global Gas Markets During Intense Growth Period

The six-month delay to the Golden Pass LNG project in Texas will remove a significant amount of new supply during a period of intense growth, shifting the surge from 2026 to 2027. This will impact both global and North American gas markets, according to Wood Mackenzie.

Malaysia's Petronas Requests LNG Cargo Deferments, Sources Say

Malaysia's Petronas has requested buyers defer some loadings of LNG from its Bintulu complex due to operational issues at one production train, two industry sources said on Thursday.

Osaka Gas Targets Steady LNG Volume of 11.5 Million Tons by 2030

Japanese city gas provider Osaka Gas aims to maintain annual handling volume of liquefied natural gas at 11.5 million metric tons in the fiscal 2030 year, an executive said on Thursday.

Cheniere's South Texas LNG Project 62% Complete, Ahead of Schedule

The company also added that its Corpus Christi Stage 3 project, an export facility in South Texas, was progressing ahead of schedule, and was 62.4% complete as of June 30.

Osaka Gas, ADNOC Sign Landmark Agreement for Long-Term LNG Supply

Osaka Gas has signed a long-term deal with UAE's ADNOC for the delivery of up to 0.8 million metric tons per annum of liquefied natural gas to secure stable supplies.

U.S. Court Overturns FERC Approval for NextDecade’s $18 Billion Rio Grande LNG Project

A U.S. court overturned FERC's approval for NextDecade's Rio Grande LNG project due to a missing supplemental environmental impact statement. NextDecade expressed disappointment and disagreed with the ruling.

Sempra's Costa Azul LNG Project Delayed by Labor Issues

Sempra Infrastructure's Energia Costa Azul LNG export project in Mexico has been further delayed by labor and productivity challenges that will boost the project's cost, the company said on Tuesday.

NextDecade, Bechtel Finalize $4.3 Billion EPC Deal for Rio Grande LNG Train 4

NextDecade Corp. has finalized a $4.3 billion engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract with Bechtel Energy Inc. for Train 4 at its Rio Grande LNG facility.

Argent LNG Secures Initial FERC Meeting for Louisiana Export Project

Argent LNG has taken a key step toward developing its mid-sized LNG export facility in Louisiana by initiating the pre-filing review with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

ONEOK Profit Rises on Strong Rocky Mountain Region Volumes

U.S. pipeline operator ONEOK reported a rise in second-quarter profit on Monday, as it moved more natural gas and liquids from the Rocky Mountain region.

Williams Cos. Exceeds Q2 Estimates, Boosted by New Acquisitions

Williams has made a series of acquisitions in recent past to boost its capacity, hoping to tap into an expected spike in demand for liquefied natural gas exports and power-intensive AI data centers.

New Gas Pipeline Projects Underway Across Latin America

In Latin America, at the moment, there are a series of projects to build, expand and rehabilitate gas pipelines, which are of great importance to the strengthening of midstream infrastructure of those countries.

Cheniere Strikes 20-Year LNG Deal with Portugal's Galp Energia

Cheniere Energy has agreed to supply 0.5 million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas to a subsidiary of Galp Energia for 20 years.

Woodside's Browse Gas Project Awaits Decision from Australian Regulator

The $20.5 billion project in waters off Western Australia is the country's largest untapped gas resource but has been stuck on the drawing board for decades.

Venture Global LNG Sues Kiewit for Allegedly Sharing Confidential Documents with Shell

U.S. liquefied natural gas company Venture Global LNG sued construction contractor Kiewit on Friday, alleging it passed confidential documents to Shell Plc.

Freeport LNG Nears Expansion Completion, Set to Boost Output

U.S. liquefied natural gas developer Freeport LNG expects to increase production beyond its 15.3 million metric ton per annum capacity as it wraps up an expansion project.

Analysis: China's Weak Diesel Consumption Squeezes Outlook for Oil Demand

China's slumping consumption of diesel, as use of LNG-powered trucks grows, is weighing on domestic fuel demand, with forecasters warning of further risks from a sluggish economy hobbled by a prolonged crisis in the property sector.

U.S. Dominates Global Natural Gas Production and LNG Exports

The U.S. has reinforced its position as the leading global producer of natural gas and LNG exporter, with notable increases in LNG supply and significant reductions in European and Russian gas imports.

Russian Pipeline Gas Exports to Europe Reach Highest This Year

Russian energy giant Gazprom's average daily natural gas supplies to Europe in July reached their highest this year, up 5.7% compared with a year ago and 12% higher than in June, Reuters calculations showed.

U.S. LNG Exports Fall Again in July on Freeport LNG's Slow Restart

Texas-based Freeport LNG is the country's second-largest LNG export facility, and its production woes in the last few years have played a crucial role in swings in U.S. natural gas and global LNG prices.

India's HPCL Seeks LNG Deals, Eyes December Start for New Terminal

India's Hindustan Petroleum is scouting for LNG import deals as it expects to start its 5 million ton per year LNG terminal in western India by end of this year, its head of finance said on Tuesday.