Natural gas news
Australia reviewing gas policy
According to Reuters, the Australian government has announced that it will consider forcing gas producers to reserve some of their supply for the gas market, as it aims to reduce energy bills for both manufacturers and households.
Kosmos expects to reach Mauritania and Senegal deal by end of the year
According to Reuters, Kosmos Energy anticipates that it will have agreed to sell down its stake in projects off the coast of Mauritania and Senegal in which it partners with BP by the of this year.
McDermott and BHGE win contracts for Ichthys gas field development
McDermott and BHGE have won contracts to provide a URF and SPS solution for the Ichthys LNG field development, which is located offshore northwestern Australia, and which is operated by INPEX.
Partners in Leviathan field consider building FLNG unit
According to Reuters, partners in the Leviathan field, which is located offshore Israel in the Mediterranean, are considering constructing a floating LNG facility to liquefy and export gas.
Coastal GasLink pipeline not subject to federal regulation
According to Reuters, Canada’s National Energy Board has announced that the proposed Coastal GasLink pipeline is not subject to federal regulation.
South Africa plans LNG import terminal
According to Reuters, Transnet is planning to launch a tender next year for South Africa’s first LNG import terminal at Richards Bay port, with first gas expected to arrive in 2024.
Santos receives approval for shale gas drilling
Santos has announced that it has received approval for the first environmental management plan to be awarded for onshore shale gas exploration in the Northern Territory, Australia, since the moratorium was lifted early last year.
Woodside signs long-term gas SPA with Worsley Alumina
Woodside Energy Ltd has announced that it has entered into a long-term gas sale and purchase agreement with Worsley Alumina Joint Venture for the supply of approximately 40 PJ of pipeline gas.
McKinsey launches 2019 North American Gas Outlook
McKinsey Energy Insights has launched its 2019 North American Gas Outlook, highlighting various changes in gas demand and supply through 2030.
Russia looks to maintain position as Europe’s gas market changes
Wood Mackenzie has released a statement looking at the dynamics of Russia’s future relationship with the European gas market.