LNG import news
Australia's Wheatstone LNG facility exports 1st cargo to Japan
The cargo exporting LNG from Australia’s Wheatstone project has left for Japan.
Exxon exit deals blow to Pakistan plans for LNG imports
Exxon Mobil pulls out of major LNG project in Pakistan.
LNG sellers lay out new strategies for wooing buyers in crowded market
LNG sellers have formed new strategies to woo Asian buyers in a market that is set to be flooded with more supply.
Indonesian LNG imports on the rise
Indonesia expected to become a LNG importer in 2020 as population grows.
Global LNG markets to remain oversupplied into 2020s despite strong demand
The IEA have said global LNG markets will remain oversupplied into the 2020s due to a surge in production, although soaring demand may tighten the market earlier than expected.
Asian LNG prices drop on wary buyers, lacklustre Egyptian demand, and an update on China
Asian spot LNG prices have fallen as reluctant buyers submitted lower bids, Egypt’s call for 12 shipments in Q1 2018 has undershot expectations, and China appears to have covered LNG demand for the last quarter of 2017.
ICIS LNG trade flow report
US and Australian projects boost Q3 LNG supply 10% on year
LNG producers take time to relax destination clauses despite Japan ruling
Global LNG suppliers are taking time to revise destination clauses in supply contracts for Japanese buyers despite a ruling by authorities that the provisions are anti-competitive.
Wärtsilä dual-fuel engines to power four new LNG Carriers
Wärtsilä has been contracted to deliver 16 engines for four new LNG carrier vessels being built at the Hudong Zhonghua shipyard in China.
Financial support for LNG in Asia
Japan to offer US$10 billion to back Asia LNG infrastructure push.