Japan LNG news
Asian LNG spot prices reach three-week high
Asian LNG spot prices have risen to a three-week high, ahead of winter demand.
Tokyo Gas rejects LNG cargo delivery due to power outage on vessel
According to Reuters, Tokyo Gas has rejected the delivery of an LNG cargo after the vessel experienced a power outage after it entered Tokyo Bay.
MOL’s newbuilt LNG carrier to serve Cameron LNG
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has announced the delivery of the LNG carrier ‘Marvel Heron’.
Tokyo Gas to renegotiate LNG contracts
Japan’s Tokyo Gas is aiming to renegotiate its long-term LNG contracts in favour of greater destination flexibility.
2019 a banner year for LNG
The Chief of the IEA has announced that there have been record investments in LNG this year.
Japan to invest US$10 billion in LNG
Japan’s industry minister has announced that Japan, along with its private sector firms, will invest US$10 billion in global LNG projects.
Mitsui participates in first LNG bunkering trial in Kobe
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has participated in the first LNG bunkering trial in the Port of Kobe, onboard the LNG-fuelled tugboat ‘Ishin’.
Inpex eyeing Australia expansion
Japan’s Inpex Corp. is looking to expand its presence in Australia, as part of a plan to establish itself as a major gas company in the region.
Mitsui to expand iron ore and LNG assets
Japan’s Mitsui & Co. has plans to expand its iron ore and LNG assets, despite indications that the global economy is slowing.
Japan imports first Chinese LNG cargo since 1988
According to Reuters, in July, Japan imported its first LNG cargo from China since 1988, as utilities seek new suppliers and try to reduce costs amid tough domestic competition.