South America LNG news
Macquarie Capital launches WaveCrest Energy LNG Platform
Macquarie Capital has announced the launch of WaveCrest Energy, LLC, a platform that will develop, construct, own and operate LNG regasification, power, and downstream assets.
SYCAR LNG project stays on track
The Ministry of Non-Renewable Natural Resources of Ecuador has granted SYCAR approval to trade natural gas, LNG, and CNG for the industrial market in Ecuador.
Panama Canal sets LNG transit and tonnage record
The Panama Canal set a new monthly record for transits and tonnage of LNG vessels in January, as a result of the recent surge in the energy market.
HAM and LIMAGAS to build the first LNG gas stations in Peru
HAM, together with LIMAGAS Movilidad, is in the process of building the first CNG service stations in the Cuzco region and the first LNG gas stations in Peru.
New Fortress Energy to build LNG-to-power project in Brazil
New Fortress Energy Inc. has recently acquired PPAs with the intention of developing an LNG terminal and gas-fired power plant at the Suape Port in Brazil.
New Fortress Energy to acquire Hygo and Golar LNG Partners
New Fortress Energy Inc. has entered into definitive agreements to acquire Hygo Energy Transition and Golar LNG Partners.
Trinity E & P signs exploration and development MoU with NGC
Trinity Exploration & Production has signed an MoU with NGC to explore and develop new projects to aid energy transitions.
LNG to meet South American gas demand as Bolivian gas exports decline
According to Rystad Energy, Bolivian gas exports are set to become a scarce commodity in the coming years, creating supply challenges for importers Argentina and Brazil.
HAM and Lipigas build Chile’s first LNG gas station
HAM Chile has been chosen by Lipigas for the design, construction, and commissioning of Chile’s first LNG fuel station.
Petrobas reviews Golar participation in LNG terminal tender
Petrobras is set to review Golar Power’s participation in an ongoing tender for the lease of an LNG import terminal in Bahia state.