Egypt looks to cut back LNG imports
According to Reuters, Egypt is currently in talks with its LNG suppliers, looking to reduce its dependence on LNG imports as its domestic production increases.
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First phase of Klaipeda LNG distribution hub on track
Chart has announced that plans to have the first phase of the Klaipeda LNG distribution hub in Lithuania operational by the end of summer 2017 are on track.
Petronas considers shorter-term LNG contracts and smaller cargo sizes
According to Reuters, senior company officials at Petronas have stated that the company may try shorter-term LNG contracts and smaller cargo sizes in order to attract buyers.
PTT to construct second LNG import terminal
According to Reuters, a company executive at Thailand’s PTT has stated that the company is planning to construct a second LNG import terminal.
Engie and AES enter JV
Engie has announced that it has agreed to enter into a joint venture with AES Corp. to market and sell LNG to third parties in Central America.
ABS partners with HHIC on new FSRU design concept
ABS has announced that it provided safety guidance and advice on regulatory compliance throughout the development of a new FSRU design concept by Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction Co. Ltd.
TMC to provide compressors for Höegh FSRU
TMC Compressors has signed an agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries to supply a complete marine compressed air system for a newbuild FSRU that the South Korean yard is building for Höegh LNG.
JERA’s Hiroki Sato discusses LNG at Gastech
Speaking at the recent Gastech event in Japan, JERA’s Hiroki Sato discusses key growth opportunities for gas and LNG, and how Asia will move beyond oil indexed gas contracts.
US LNG expands to Eastern Europe
US is set to ship its first shale gas to a member of the former Soviet bloc.
Vopak and Exmar decide not to pursue FSRU transaction
Vopak and Exmar have announced that they have decided not to pursue a floating storage and regasification unit transaction announced last year.
First LNG delivery from US supplier to Poland
LNG will be delivered by Cheniere Energy.
Gazprom CEO sees share of EU gas market rising
Gazprom has announced that a new pipeline from Russia's Arctic fields to Germany will increase Moscow's share of the European gas market.
Decal and San Marco Petroli complete feasibility study for LNG import terminal
Decal has announced that, in joint venture with San Marco Petroli, it has successfully completed the feasibility study for the construction of an LNG import terminal in Italy.
Indian government official discusses plans to cut oil products imports
According to Reuters, the Indian Transport Minister has said that the country is aiming to reduce its oil products imports to zero, in favour of alternative fuels.
India's H-Energy leases LNG import terminal
H-Energy is to begin importing LNG from Q3 2018 via a ship-based terminal leased from French group Engie.