Europe
Germany Begins Pipeline Conversions to Fulfill Lofty Hydrogen Ambitions
Germany has begun converting natural gas pipelines as part of its $20 billion plan to build a 5,600-mile hydrogen network by 2032. With ONTRAS leading the first projects, the initiative aims to support industrial decarbonization and long-term hydrogen transport.
China’s LNG Slowdown Frees Up Supply for Europe’s Depleted Gas Storage
China’s imports of liquefied natural gas have sputtered this year, freeing up volumes that are helping Europe restock its rapidly dwindling supplies following a harsh winter.
Apollo Buys $1 Billion Stake in BP’s 1,118-Mile TANAP Pipeline Spanning Türkiye
Apollo and bp have entered into a new agreement under which Apollo-managed funds will acquire a 25% non-controlling stake in BP Pipelines (TANAP) Ltd, the bp subsidiary that holds a 12% interest in the Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP).
Turkey, Slovakia Secure Waiver Extension for Russian Gas Payments, Sources Say
Turkey and Slovakia have received extensions from the United States to waivers for gas payments to Russia, sources told Reuters on Thursday, adding that the extensions would be valid until May.
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H2SITE, SNAM to Develop Hydrogen Separation in Italy’s Gas Pipeline Network
H2SITE and SNAM have partnered on a project to separate hydrogen from natural gas mixtures, an initiative backed by the Italian Regulatory Authority for Energy, Networks, and Environment.
GASCADE to Convert 249 Miles of Natural Gas Pipeline in Germany for Hydrogen Transport in 2025
GASCADE has begun converting 249 miles of natural gas pipeline in Germany to transport hydrogen as part of its Flow project. The repurposed pipeline will be a key corridor in the country’s hydrogen network, supporting the energy transition and reducing CO₂ emissions. Completion is expected by the end of 2025.
Gazprom’s Grandeur Fades as Europe Moves Away from Russian Gas
Gazprom’s dominance in Europe has collapsed as the region moves away from Russian gas, forcing the company to cut jobs, sell luxury assets, and rely on domestic markets. Once a key driver of Russia’s economy, Gazprom now struggles with losses, declining exports, and an uncertain future.
Ukraine Eyes U.S. LNG Imports as Gas Needs Grow
Ukraine may import large volumes of U.S. gas this year via terminals in Germany, Greece, Lithuania and Poland, its state gas operator said, as Kyiv struggles with the impact of Russian attacks on its infrastructure.
Italy Approves Italgas' $5.8 Billion 2i Rete Gas Deal with Conditions
Italy's antitrust has conditionally approved the acquisition of 2i Rete Gas by domestic rival Italgas, the largest gas distributor in Europe, the authority said on Tuesday
Russian Forces Walked Inside Gas Pipeline to Ambush Ukrainian Troops, Reports Say
Russia was storming the town of Sudzha on Sunday after special forces used a gas pipeline to surprise Ukrainian units as part of a major offensive to eject Ukrainian soldiers from the western Russian region of Kursk, pro-Russian war bloggers said.
Naftogaz, Poland’s Orlen Partner on LNG to Boost Ukraine’s Gas Supply
Ukrainian oil and gas company Naftogaz and Polish energy group Orlen signed an agreement on Friday to cooperate in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector and help Kyiv to diversify its gas supplies, the companies said.
Explainer: Can Nord Stream Gas Pipeline Make a Comeback in Europe?
A push by the United States to end the war in Ukraine has raised questions about how companies might begin to return to the Russian market and how Europe might re-engage with Moscow, including resuming piped natural gas supplies.
Ireland Approves Emergency Floating LNG Facility to Address Gas Supply Risks
The Irish government has approved development of a temporary emergency facility for importing and storing liquefied natural gas (LNG), it said on Tuesday.
Oil Flows via Druzhba Pipeline to Czech Republic Stopped, Mero Says
Oil flows via the Russian pipeline Druzhba to the Czech Republic stopped again, but there is no threat of shortages, Czech pipeline operator Mero said on Tuesday.
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Turkey Wants Iraq-Turkey Oil Pipeline Flowing at Maximum Capacity
Turkey wants an Iraq-Turkey oil pipeline to operate at maximum capacity once it resumes flows through Turkey's Ceyhan, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar was quoted as saying by the state-owned Anadolu news agency on Sunday.
Europe Soaks Up Most U.S. LNG Exports Amid Cold Weather, High Prices
Europe soaked up most U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports for the second straight month in February, as cold weather and strong prices pushed up demand for the superchilled gas across the Atlantic, according to preliminary data from financial firm LSEG.
Fugro Sees U.S. Hydrocarbon, LNG Projects Restart After Trump Election
Dutch geological data specialist Fugro has restarted multiple projects in the U.S. hydrocarbon and LNG sectors since Donald Trump's election and is optimistic about offshore wind development in Asia and Europe, its CEO told Reuters on Friday.
Spain's Endesa Faces New LNG Arbitration Over Price Dispute
Spanish power utility Endesa is facing a new arbitration related to a price review of a long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply contract, Chief Financial Officer Marco Palermo said on Thursday.
Possible Effects of New Greece-North Macedonia Link for Europe
The Alexandroupolis Terminal is a proposed floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) import terminal in the Aegean Sea, off the coast of Greece. Back in February 2022, the national government of North Macedonia initiated a process by which it hopes to secure a firm supply of critical LNG flowing from the Alexandroupolis FSRU.
Thirst for LNG Could Bolster Expansion in Europe, Elsewhere
Europe is taking major steps to expand its gas pipeline networks to support gas flows from new LNG terminals. Germany, for instance, is planning to add 355 miles of pipeline over the next few years to accommodate new LNG imports, almost all of which will be high-capacity pipe, with diameters of 39 inches or greater.
Turkey Aims to Finalize Extended Gas Deal with Turkmenistan This Year
Turkey is negotiating an agreement with Turkmenistan to extend a natural gas supply deal for five years, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar told the Hurriyet daily on Tuesday, noting that the deal is expected to be finalized within the year.
Shell: Global LNG Demand to Jump 60% by 2040, Led by Asia
Global demand for liquefied natural gas is estimated to rise by around 60% by 2040, driven largely by economic growth in Asia, AI impact and efforts to cut emissions in heavy industries and transportation, Shell said in an annual report on Tuesday.
Ukraine’s DTEK Eyes Long-Term U.S. LNG Deals with Venture Global, Cheniere
Maxim Timchenko said DTEK's trading arm is looking to sign a 10-20-year LNG deal, with the gas first being imported into Ukrainian storage facilities and then piped westward.
Trump's 10% Oil Tariff Could Cost Foreign Producers $10 Billion Annually, Goldman Sachs Says
Goldman Sachs said on Friday a proposed 10% U.S. oil tariff could cost foreign producers $10 billion per year, as Canadian and Latin American heavy crudes remain reliant on U.S. refiners due to limited alternative buyers and processing capabilities.
CPC Blend Oil Loadings Rise to 1.67 Million bbl/d for February, Sources Say
Black Sea CPC Blend oil exports were revised up to 1.67 million barrels per day (bbl/d) in February's program from 1.42 million bbl/d in a previous version due to higher supply from Kazakh oilfields, two sources familiar with the loading plan said.
Deutsche ReGas Terminates FSRU Energos Power Contract Amid LNG Pricing Issues
Deutsche ReGas has terminated its contract for the FSRU Energos Power at the Deutsche Ostsee LNG terminal, citing pricing issues with Deutsche Energy Terminal’s regulated LNG capacity fees. The company is open to discussions with the German government to address potential supply shortages.
Kazakh Oil Output Hits Record High Despite Russian Pipeline Damage
Kazakhstan has pumped record high oil volumes despite damage on its main export route via Russia, the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), industry sources said on Thursday.
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