LNG going where it is not needed
Cargoes from around the world filled with LNG are sailing to Europe just when the region does not really need them.
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MOL to build LNG-fuelled tugboat
Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd has announced that it is planning to construct an LNG-fuelled tugboat.
Samsung wins contract for two small scale LNG carriers
Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd has announced that it has signed a US$100 million contract to construct two small scale LNG carriers.
LNG supply solution introduced at Port of Montreal
The Port of Montreal and Gaz Métro have announced that they have introduced an LNG supply solution at the Port of Montreal, Canada.
Nakilat transitions Onaiza LNG carrier to in-house management
Nakilat has released a statement claiming that it has assumed full ship management and operations of the Onaiza Q-Flex LNG carrier from Shell Trading and Shipping Co. Ltd.
Dynagas announces closing of loan facility
Dynagas LNG Partners LP has announced the closing of a US$480 million Senior Secured Term Loan B facility by its wholly-owned subsidiary – Arctic LNG Carriers Ltd.
Russia looking to sell part of Sovcomflot
According to Reuters, Russia is looking to sell a portion of its state shipping firm Sovcomflot.
Salish Orca commences service
BC Ferries has announced that Salish Orca – a Salish Class LNG dual-fuel ferry – has commenced service.
GTT to equip two new LNG carriers for DSME
Gaztransport & Technigaz has received an order from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering to equip two LNG carriers with its NO96 GW containment system.
A closer look at the Asia Excellence
Chevron has released a video looking at one of its new LNG carriers, the Asia Excellence. Early last year, the vessel delivered the first cargo from the Gorgon LNG project in Australia to Japan’s Chubu Electric Power.
BP reaches LNG supply agreement with Indonesian state electricity firm
BP has reached an agreement to supply PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara – the Indonesian state electricity firm – with 16 LNG cargoes annually from 2020 to 2035 from the Tangguh project.
RasGas LNG carriers receive Green Award certification
RasGas Co. Ltd has announced that its fleet of 27 long-term chartered LNG carriers has received the Green Award certification for its commitment to safety, quality and high environmental performance.
GAC Qatar opens new office at Ras Laffan
GAC Qatar has announced that it has set up an office at Ras Laffan – the world’s largest LNG export port.
Containerships releases 1Q17 interim report
Containerships plc has published its interim report for 1Q17, providing, amongst other things, a round up of its LNG activities.
US-China deal could significantly alter the global LNG trade
Wood Mackenzie has announced that the 100-day action plan between China and the US has the potential to alter the global LNG trade.