Asia LNG news
KEYS announce construction of LNG bunkering vessel in Japan
The LNG bunkering vessel, which is planned to be completed in March 2024, will become the first to operate in West Japan.
ClassNK grants AiP for methane oxidation catalyst
ClassNK has issued an approval in principle for a methane oxidation catalyst designed for LNG-fuelled engines.
PIL place order for WinGD LNG
The ambitions of shipping’s future fuel have been boosted through the choice of WinGD LNG dual-fuel engines in the ammonia-ready container vessels.
New Fortress Energy receives favourable Sri Lankan LNG court ruling
New Fortress Energy reiterates commitment to LNG and power projects in Sri Lanka following a favourable court ruling, including development of an LNG terminal off the coast of Colombo.
Rystad Energy: LNG to fill gap of Russian gas
Due to the conflict in Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, it is expected that LNG is set to help fill the gap on Russian gas in Europe’s energy mix.
Carbon capture system developed for LNG-fuelled vessels
The onboard carbon capture system developed by SHI and PANASIA has received Approval in Principle from KR.
Shell publishes annual LNG Outlook
The company states that global LNG trade increased by 6% in 2021 as countries rebounded from the impact of COVID-19.
Skarpenord awarded contract for LNG-powered container vessels
The company will supply valve control systems to 12 new LNG-powered container vessels.
GTT receives tank design orders
The company is set to design tanks for two new LNG carriers.
Avenir LNG and SSES ink bunkering agreement
With this long-term joint co-operation agreement, Avenir has expanded its bunkering network into the Chinese market.