LNG import news
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.
PGNiG buys US LNG cargo and sells gas to Ukraine
Polish Oil and Gas Co. has announced that it has purchased an LNG cargo from the US, and then – following regasification – sold the gas to Energy Resources of Ukraine.
Höegh LNG takes delivery of 10th FSRU
Höegh LNG Holdings Ltd has announced that it has taken delivery of its 10th floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) – Höegh Galleon.
DLA Piper advises Cyprus on offshore LNG import terminal tender
DLA Piper has advised the natural gas public company of Cyprus on its contractor selection tender process for an offshore LNG import terminal and associated infrastructure.
India to examine long term LNG contract prices
India will look to examine the pricing of its long-term LNG import contracts, in light of the fall in LNG spot prices.
Hokuriku Electric seeking November LNG cargo
Japan’s Hokuriku Electric is seeking an LNG cargo for November delivery.
Essar seeks 12 cargoes for delivery next year
According to Reuters, India’s Essar Group is looking to purchase 12 LNG cargoes for delivery next year.
Reliance Industries seeking LNG cargo
India’s Reliance Industries has been seeking an LNG cargo for delivery in October.
KN signs LNG capacity agreement with Eesti Energia
AB Klaipedos Nafta has signed an agreement to allocate a portion of its LNG terminal capacity to Eesti Energia AS.
LNG spot prices not impacting PNG LNG contract arbitration
According to Oil Search, the current low LNG spot prices will have no impact on a long-term contract arbitration being held between Osaka Gas and the PNG LNG project.