Baker Botts examine 2018 global LNG trends
In a new insights video released today by Baker Botts L.L.P., Steven Miles, Chair of the LNG Practice, examines the key global LNG trends over the past twelve months.
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Vitol nearly triples LNG traded volumes in 2017
Vitol nearly tripled traded volumes of LNG in 2017 to 7.4 million tpy.
Wärtsilä VOC recovery system will help two new LNG shuttle tankers save fuel
Wärtsilä has agreed to equip two new shuttle tankers with auxiliary engines, VOC recovery technology, and LNG fuel gas handling systems.
Canada’s LNG export dream is not dead yet
US President Donald Trump may be helping to revive Canada’s dream of a LNG export industry to supply growing markets in Asia.
US LNG companies lament bad timing of steel tariffs
Planned steel tariffs and a potential trade battle with China could hurt US LNG companies just as a new wave of developments in the fast-growing market is gaining steam.
LNG trade surge sets new record
LNG trade is set to surpass 300 million tpy for the first time this year as Asia and Europe drive up imports.
GTT to design the LNG tanks of two new LNGCs
GTT has received an order from HSHI for the design of the LNG tanks of two new LNG carriers.
UK gas prices down on milder weather and imminent LNG arrivals
British wholesale gas prices declined on 22 March, driven by forecasts for milder weather and a boost to British supplies from the arrival this month of two LNG vessels.
Japanese company turns into LNG seller after nuclear reactor restarts
A Japanese company that buys LNG to feed power plants has turned seller of the super-chilled fuel after it restarted a nuclear reactor.
Wärtsilä and Crowley extend maintenance agreement for 11 articulated tug barges
The technology group Wärtsilä and Crowley Petroleum Services are continuing their co-operation.
Freeport LNG files for DOE export authorisation for Train 4 Project
Freeport LNG and FLNG Liquefaction 4 have filed an application with the US DOE for authorisation to export LNG to countries with and without Free Trade Agreements.
Fourchon LNG receives DOE export authorisation
The US Department of Energy has issued an order authorising Fourchon LNG to export LNG by vessel from its proposed liquefaction facility at Belle Pass.
UK snubs call for gas storage capacity review
Britain has rebuffed calls from the gas industry for an urgent review of the country’s gas storage capacity after a cold snap this month triggered warnings of supply shortages.
Wärtsilä acquires Transas to accelerate its Smart Marine Ecosystem vision
The technology group Wärtsilä is to acquire Transas, a global company headquartered in the UK.
Repsol carries out largest LNG bunkering supply in Spain
The LNG bunkering operation which was made possible by the collaboration between Repsol, Enagás, Molgas, the Port Authority of Cartagena and Cartagena Maritime Authority .