Japan LNG news
Newbuilding LNG carrier for Tokyo Gas named 'Energy Liberty'
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has announced that a naming ceremony for a newbuilding LNG carrier was held at the Tsu Shipyard of Japan Marine United Corporation.
Financial support for LNG in Asia
Japan to offer US$10 billion to back Asia LNG infrastructure push.
India and Japan to team up in search for more flexible LNG deals
India will work with Japan to make long-term LNG import deals more affordable for price-sensitive consumers.
JERA in talks for LNG contract with no destination limits
JERA is looking to secure volumes to replace some expiring long-term deals.
Tokyo Gas will not accept destination clauses in new LNG contracts
Tokyo Gas Co. will not accept new contracts for long-term purchases of LNG that contain clauses restricting where the gas can be sold.
Japanese power companies' LNG use drops 14%
Japanese power companies consumed 3.72 million t of LNG for power generation in June.
SHI showcases in-house glycol LNG regasification system to shipowners
Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.(SHI) has successfully developed its own LNG regasification system for LNG-FSRU.
Mitsui OSK targets stake in Swan’s Indian LNG unit
Japan's Mitsui OSK targets 26% stake in Swan's Indian LNG unit.
Japan spot LNG contract price hits 5-month high
Prices for LNG spot cargoes for Japan hit a five-month high in August.
JBIC and Gazprom sign MoU
The Japan Bank for International Cooperation has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Gazprom.