Middle East
Trump’s Pledge to Lift LNG Exports Cap Not a Concern, Qatar Energy Minister Says
(Reuters) – Qatar has no concerns about U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's promise to lift a cap on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, Qatar's Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi said on Saturday, adding his country would cope with any competition.
Pakistan Defers LNG Contract with Qatar to 2026, Citing Surplus
Pakistan has deferred its LNG agreement with Qatar by a year, now expecting deliveries in 2026 due to a surplus. Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik confirmed there are no penalties for the deferral and additional cargo postponements are under negotiation.
Aramco, SLB, and Linde to Develop Major Carbon Capture Project in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Aramco, SLB, and Linde plan to build a carbon capture and storage project in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Set for completion by 2027, it aims to store up to 9 million metric tons of CO₂ annually, supporting Aramco's net-zero goals.
Oil Undervalued as Market Faces Deficit, Iran's Supply at Risk, Analysts Warn
Oil prices are undervalued due to a market deficit and potential supply risks from Iran, analysts from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley warn. Factors such as OPEC+ output cuts and strategic reserve restocking could push prices higher in the short term.
Jordan Signs Deal to Use Egyptian FSRU Until 2026
Egypt and Jordan have signed an agreement to allow Jordan to use an Egyptian floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) until 2026, Jordan's energy ministry said on Monday.
Azerbaijan Caps Kazakh Oil Flow in BTC Pipeline Over Sulfur Content
Azerbaijan has capped Kazakhstan’s oil transit through the BTC pipeline at 2.2 million tons per year, citing quality concerns. This move limits Kazakhstan’s efforts to reduce its reliance on Russian routes for crude exports.
ADNOC Weighs Stake Sale in Gas Unit, Potential Multi-Billion Dollar Deal: Report
ADNOC is reportedly considering selling a 3-5% stake in its gas unit, potentially worth billions, amid strategic reviews. The deal could be announced soon, pending market conditions.
ADNOC Gas to Acquire $5 Billion Stake in Ruwais LNG, Doubling Capacity by 2028
ADNOC Gas will acquire a $5 billion, 60% stake in Ruwais LNG, doubling its processing capacity by 2028. The plant, powered by clean grid electricity, will be one of the world’s lowest-carbon intensity LNG facilities.
ADNOC Gas Inks 10-Year LNG Supply Deal with India’s GAIL
ADNOC Gas has secured a long-term agreement with GAIL India Limited to deliver up to 0.52 million metric tonnes per year of liquefied natural gas (LNG) beginning in 2026.
China to Receive Reduced Saudi Oil Supply in December as Demand Slows
Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports to China are projected to decline to 36.5 million barrels in December, down from 46 million barrels in October, amid reduced demand from the world’s largest oil importer.
Trump Prepares to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement, NYT Reports
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's transition team prepares executive orders to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, end the LNG export pause, and revoke California's pollution waiver, according to the New York Times.
NuVista Energy to Supply Trafigura with Natural Gas in 13-Year Deal
NuVista Energy has signed a 13-year natural gas offtake agreement with Trafigura, providing the Canadian producer exposure to international LNG market pricing through JKM indexing.
ADNOC L&S Signs $4.4 Billion Deal for 23 LNG, Ethane, and Ammonia Supertankers
ADNOC Logistics & Services signed contracts worth $4.4 billion to build 23 supertankers, primarily focused on LNG, with additional vessels for ethane and ammonia. These contracts with Chinese and Korean shipyards bolster ADNOC’s low-carbon energy shipping capacity.
Saudi Arabia May Cut December Oil Prices for Asia, Sources Say
Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, may reduce December oil prices for Asian buyers, reflecting weaker demand and lower benchmark prices. This potential price cut could influence OPEC+ considerations to delay increasing oil production, according to sources.
Global News November 2024
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Egypt and Eni Seek Moves to Support Gas Production
Egypt's president met with Eni CEO to discuss moves aimed at supporting gas production, after the African country was forced to turn to the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market to cover domestic demand.
South Sudan Aiming to Restart Pumping Oil Through Sudan
South Sudan will resume pumping crude oil for export through a port in neighboring Sudan within a few days, a South Sudanese government official said.
Qatar Faces U.S. and UAE Rivalry in LNG Sales to Japan, South Korea
Qatar is finding it hard to agree new deals to supply LNG to Japan and South Korea as rising competition from the U.S. and elsewhere with more flexible contract terms challenges Doha's decades-old dominance of the market.
Iran Works to Contain Oil Spill Near Kharg Island, Says IRNA
Iranian authorities are working to control an oil spill four miles (6.4 kilometers) off Iran's Kharg Island, the country's IRNA news agency reported on Wednesday.
TotalEnergies Expands LNG Bunkering Fleet with New Vessel Charter
TotalEnergies has signed a charter contract with Spanish shipowner Ibaizabal for a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering vessel, increasing the company’s global LNG bunkering capacity.
U.S. Broadens Sanctions on Iran’s Oil Sector, Targeting 'Ghost Fleet' of Illicit Tankers
The U.S. has expanded sanctions against Iran's petroleum and petrochemical sectors in response to a missile attack on Israel. The new measures target Iran's 'ghost fleet' of oil tankers involved in illicit oil shipments, aiming to cut off financial resources for Iran’s missile programs and terrorist activities.
Oman LNG Signs 4-Year LNG Supply Deal with Japan's Kansai Electric
Oman LNG signed a four-year agreement to supply liquefied natural gas to Japan's Kansai Electric Power.
OPEC+ Prepared to Offset Iranian Oil Loss, But Broader Disruptions Remain a Concern
OPEC has enough spare oil capacity to compensate for a full loss of Iranian supply if Israel knocks out that country's facilities, but the producer group would struggle if Iran retaliates by hitting installations of its Gulf neighbors.
Goldman Sachs Predicts Brent Price Surge Amid Escalating Iran Tensions
Goldman Sachs said on Friday that it expects its Brent price forecast to peak $10-$20 per barrel in 2025 due to potential disruptions in Iranian production.
Global News October 2024
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines
The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.
U.S. Sanctions Syrian, Iranian Entities for Shipping Oil to Syria and East Asia
The U.S. Department of Treasury has sanctioned more than a dozen entities and vessels over their involvement in the shipment of Iranian crude oil and liquid petroleum gas to Syria and East Asia on behalf of the Iran's Revolutionary Guards and Hezbollah.
EQT CEO Predicts U.S. Natural Gas Prices to Stay Below $3/MMBtu Amid LNG Demand Growth
The CEO of U.S. natural gas producer EQT Corp. on Wednesday said U.S. prices for the fuel will remain below $3 per million British thermal units in the short term.
Saudi Aramco Aims to Become Major LNG Player, Says Gas Chief
The world's largest oil producer, Saudi Aramco, wants to become a major liquefied natural gas player, the head of its natural gas business said on Tuesday.
Thailand’s PTT Signs 5-Year LNG Supply Deal with Oman LNG
Thailand's largest energy firm, state-controlled PTT PCL, has signed a five-year deal to buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Oman.
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