LNG

Representatives of Shell and Gazprom have met in Russia to discuss the European LNG market.

Golar LNG and Stolt-Nielsen have formed a joint venture to pursue opportunities in small scale LNG production and distribution.

Cheniere Energy has announced two new LNG project developments, which are expected to add up to 19 million tpy of incremental LNG production capacity.

BP’s Statistical Review shows that 2014 was a year of ‘tectonic’ shifts in global energy production and consumption.

According to ICIS, partners in the North West Shelf LNG venture have moved to a new marketing structure.

InterOil noted that its focus remains on progressing the Elk-Antelope LNG project in Papua New Guinea.

Wood Mackenzie notes that Chinese NOCs are assessing how to optimize their diverse portfolios, as gas demand remains weak.

Following a drop in LNG prices, gas-fired power plants have become increasingly competitive compared to coal-fired plants.

The LNG supply side seems focused on challenging coal for a lead in the race to join forces with renewable energy.

Eni has made two appointments in its gas and power division, both of which are effective immediately.

AltaGas has filed an application with the Canadian National Energy Board to export LNG from British Columbia.

Svitzer has established a joint venture with SVR Marine Services, expanding into the Malaysian market.

The US, through the AGA, has accepted the Presidency of the International Gas Union for the next three years.

The company will help to develop a 3000 MW LNG combined cycle power project in Bangladesh.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is seeking public help with its inquiry into the East Coast gas market.