Processing/LNG

Freeport Prepares to Restart LNG Exports After Two-Week Halt

A LNG tanker was docked at the Freeport LNG terminal for the first time in almost two weeks on Friday, likely signaling the resumption of exports of the superchilled gas from the second-largest LNG exporter.

LNG’s Role in a Realistic Energy Transition

We are observing remarkable expansion and diversification within the global LNG market. It is projected that the market will grow from 400 million tons in 2023 to over 600 million tons by 2029.

ONEOK to Build 230-Mile Refined Products Pipeline from Kansas to Denver

ONEOK plans to boost its pipeline capacity by constructing a new 230-mile pipeline from Scott City, Kansas, to Denver International Airport, enhancing its refined products supply between the Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast.

Sempra, Bechtel Ink Deal for Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 Expansion

Sempra has signed a fixed-price agreement with Bechtel Energy to build the second phase of the Port Arthur liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Texas.

Texas Tanker Bottleneck Grows Amid Slow Freeport LNG Restart After Hurricane Beryl

The number of LNG tankers waiting to load at Freeport LNG in Texas has increased since the U.S. second largest exporter of the supercooled gas halted processing ahead of Hurricane Beryl's landfall last week.

Court Orders FERC to Review Emissions Impact of Louisiana LNG Project

A U.S. court on Tuesday ordered the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to reassess the impact of greenhouse gas and other emissions from Commonwealth LNG's Louisiana liquefied natural gas project.

Freeport LNG Resumes Natural Gas Imports Post-Hurricane Beryl

Freeport is one of the most-watched U.S. LNG export plants in the world because it has a history of swaying global gas prices when it shuts.

Freeport LNG to Restart Train Following Hurricane Beryl Damage

The second-largest U.S. LNG exporter said in a statement that output would "steadily ramp up to full rates as these repairs are completed."

Italy's New LNG Terminal to Begin Operations by March 2025, Snam Says

Italy's gas grid group Snam said on Friday it expected a new LNG terminal to become operational by March 2025, allowing the country to diversify further its energy supplies.

Enhancing Contractor Safety: New API Assessment Program Targets Key Risks

API introduces the Pipeline Contractor Assessment Program to enhance safety practices among pipeline contractors, focusing on standardized guidelines and risk management based on RP 1173.

Shell's Gas Bet Takes Shape with New LNG Deals

Shell has replaced LNG volume it lost after exiting Russia in 2022 with a string of deals that underpin CEO Wael Sawan's bet on growing demand for the fuel as he reduces the focus on renewable energy.

Woodside Energy Signs 10-Year LNG Supply Deal with Taiwan's CPC

Australia's Woodside Energy has signed a deal with Taiwanese state-owned natural gas firm CPC Corp. to supply LNG for a period of 10 years to Taiwan, the company said on Thursday.

Over 1 Million Without Power in Texas After Hurricane Beryl; Freeport LNG Restart Pending

About 1.3 million homes and businesses in Texas remained without power on Thursday, four days after Hurricane Beryl lashed the state with fierce winds and flooding, sparking frustration among companies, officials and residents who were facing extreme heat.

MET Group Secures 10-Year U.S. LNG Supply Deal with Shell

Switzerland-based energy trader MET Group has struck a 10-year deal for Shell to supply it with liquefied natural gas from the U.S. on a free-on-board basis, it said on Tuesday.

Montana Appeals to Overturn Landmark Climate Ruling on Fossil Fuel Project Approvals

Montana's top court is set to hear the state's appeal of a landmark ruling holding that it was violating the rights of young people to a clean and healthful environment by barring regulators from considering the impacts on climate change when approving fossil fuel projects.

Honeywell to Acquire Air Products' LNG Unit for $1.81 Billion

The deal would complement Honeywell's LNG pretreatment business by adding technologies such as heat exchangers and cryogenic equipment to its portfolio amid growing demand for the fuel in key end-markets including power and data centers.

Shell Invests in Abu Dhabi's Ruwais LNG Project, Eyes Expansion in Global LNG Portfolio

Shell Overseas Holdings Ltd. has announced plans to invest in ADNOC’s Ruwais LNG project, securing a 10% participating interest in the venture.

BP Shares Drop 4% After Warning of Weak Refining Impact on Q2 Profit

Weak refining margins and lower oil trading results will dent BP's second-quarter profit by up to $700 million, the company said on Tuesday, sending its shares down by over 4%.

Gas Prices Drop as Hurricane Beryl Impact on U.S. LNG Facilities Eases

Dutch and British wholesale gas prices were down on Tuesday morning amid easing concerns over the impact of Hurricane Beryl on U.S. LNG facilities after Freeport LNG said it will resume production after it has passed.

FERC Upholds 3-Year Extension for Tellurian to Construct Driftwood LNG Plant

FERC has upheld an earlier decision to allow liquefied natural gas developer Tellurian a three-year extension to construct its Driftwood LNG plant on the west bank of the Calcasieu river, near Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Shell Advances Manatee Gas Project Development in Trinidad

Shell on Tuesday decided to proceed further with the development of the Manatee gas field in Trinidad, as it looks to strengthen its liquefied natural gas business.

Flowmeter Market Surge: Study Projects Growth to $9.6 Billion by 2027

The comprehensive “Volume X: The World Market for Flowmeters, 9th Edition” study from Flow Research reveals that the worldwide market for all types of flowmeter technologies totaled $7.6 billion in 2022 and $7.9 billion in 2023, with revenues forecast to reach $9.6 billion in 2027.

Freeport LNG Gas Flows Hit Near Zero During Hurricane Beryl

During Hurricane Beryl, natural gas flows to Freeport LNG's export plant in Texas plummeted to near zero, impacting U.S. LNG exports.

Largest Texas Ports Close; Enbridge Activates Emergency Plans, Kinder Morgan Shuts Facilities as Hurricane Beryl Nears

Largest Texas ports close as Hurricane Beryl nears, affecting Enbridge and Kinder Morgan operations. The companies implemented emergency plans and facility shutdowns ahead of the storm's landfall on the Texas coast.

Elevation Midstream and ARB's Platte River Merge to Lead DJ Basin Consolidation

The Platte River assets include more than 200 miles of crude gathering and transmission pipelines and offer multi-market optionality to customers via the Platteville and Lucerne Terminals.

Petronas Boosts LNG Fleet Ahead of LNG Canada Start-Up

The addition of the vessels, which brings the total number in Petronas' fleet in North America to six, comes ahead of the start-up of LNG Canada's gas-export facility due later this year, the company said in a statement.

Technote: Operator’s New Vision to Control Flaring

In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, oil and gas operators face increasing scrutiny and responsibility to align their practices with stringent environmental regulations. One of their most demanding, ongoing environmental challenges is efficient management of flaring operations.

ADNOC to Allocate 40% Stake in Ruwais LNG Project to Shell, TotalEnergies, BP, and Mitsui, Sources Say

The four companies are expected to get a stake of 10% each in the project which will more than double UAE's output of the sea-borne fuel and is expected to produce about 9.6 million metric tons per annum by late 2028, the sources said.

Golar LNG Signs 20-Year Floating LNG Vessel Deal in Argentina

Golar LNG said on Friday it has partnered with Pan American Energy to deploy a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel for 20 years to export domestic natural gas as LNG from Argentina.

ADNOC Explores Potential Bid for Australian Gas Giant Santos, Sources Say

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is in the preliminary stages of exploring a possible bid for Australian gas supplier Santos, two people with knowledge of the plans said, speaking on condition of anonymity.