GlobalData: Mexico to increase reliance on US natural gas
According to GlobalData, the US and Canada could see a 12% growth in natural gas production, while Mexico could suffer a 28% decline in domestic natural gas production from 2021 to 2025.
Special reports
Wood Mackenzie: The future of CCS and LNG in Asia
Gavin Thompson, Wood Mackenzie Asia Pacific Vice Chair, spoke to Dan Toleman from the company’s Global Gas & LNG team about the role of CCS in ensuring the long-term viability of LNG projects across Asia Pacific.
METIS and Carl Baguhn team up on alternative fuels project
The companies will collaborate on converting existing ships and land-based power plants to run on alternative fuels such as LNG.
First ALNG-2 modules shipped to Russia
Wison has completed four modules for the first train of the ALNG2 project, with the first two modules already being shipped to Russia.
Argent Marine system used for transport of LNG containers
Argent Marine’s system for the transport of LNG filled ISO containers by marine vessel has begun commercial operations under license to New Fortress Energy.
SKK Migas approves plans for LNG carbon capture project
SKK Migas has approved the plan of development for carbon capture utilisation and storage at the Tangguh LNG Project in Papua Barat, Indonesia.
Excelerate Energy concludes tender negotiation stage for Bahia LNG Terminal lease
Once approved, Excelerate will start importing LNG and selling regasified natural gas to Brazilian customers.
Nikkiso appoints Product Manager of Turbo Aftermarket Services
Etan Hon has been appointed Product Manager of Turbo Aftermarket Services for the Nikkiso Cryogenic Services unit.
Wood Mackenzie: Using CCS to reduce LNG carbon emissions
Wood Mackenzie states that more than 25% of overall carbon emissions could be removed from LNG projects through carbon capture and storage.
GlobalData: Delays force Argentina to purchase LNG at record-high prices
According to GlobalData, the country’s delays in introducing its gas plan mean that it will not produce enough natural gas to get the country through winter.
KN welcomes new CFO
Mindaugas Kvekšas has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of KN.
BHP and Woodside commit to merger
The proposed merger would create the largest energy company listed on the ASX, with a global top 10 position in the LNG industry by production.
EIA: US LNG exports to exceed pipeline exports
The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s August 2021 Short-Term Energy Outlook estimates that LNG exports will overtake pipeline exports by 0.6 billion ft3/d this year.
Rystad Energy: Japan unlikely to meet LNG reduction targets
The country plans to lower the targeted share of LNG in its power generation mix in 2030 to 20% from 27%.
Stabilis Solutions and the Galveston Wharves team up on LNG fuelling services
Stabilis Solutions and the Galveston Wharves have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate the use of LNG as a marine fuel at the Port of Galveston.