Australia LNG news
Chevron calls an end to LNG mega project
Chevron Corporation has signalled the end of major new LNG projects in Western Australia after US$88 billion spree.
Shell to drill new gas wells to meet Australian gas requirements
According to Reuters, Royal Dutch Shell has announced plans to drill 161 new gas wells at its Queensland operations by the end of 2018.
Hoegh sees Australia as top target market
Norway's Hoegh LNG Holdings is targeting Australia as the next destination for its LNG import ships.
APPEA welcomes new Mines and Petroleum Minister for Western Australia
The Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association has released a statement congratulating Peter Tinley on his appointment as the Minister for Mines and Petroleum in the new Western Australian Government.
Australia gas majors to avert local shortage
Australia's top gas producers, have agreed to boost supply to the country's domestic market to help avert an energy shortage.
Ichthys LNG project hit by contract dispute
According to Reuters, INPEX’s Ichthys LNG project has been hit by another contract dispute, involving the termination of over 600 workers.
Australian gas crisis blamed on state restrictions
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is blaming road blocks to gas exploration on the east coast for a looming domestic supply crisis.
Disputes grow amid prospects for slower returns on LNG plants
After spending US$200 billion building the world’s biggest gas export plants, producers in Australia are now locked in legal battles with contractors.
Armour Energy to supply gas to APLNG
Armour Energy Ltd has announced that it has executed a connection agreement with APA Group, allowing it to supply gas to Australia Pacific LNG.
MUA signs work arrangements with INPEX
The Maritime Union of Australia has announced that it has signed new work arrangements with INPEX regarding the Ichthys LNG project, helping to support up to 2000 jobs.