IOC sets out the Indian advantage
When Indian Oil Corp. (IOC) was launched it focused on the downstream and has subsequently expanded into the upstream, while also moving into petrochemicals.
LNG
Africa makes its case for gas at GECF
The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) has wrapped up in Malabo, bringing to a close a global discussion on the use and development of gas.
Total signs on to Maputo LNG import plan
Total and South African gas facilities developer Gigajoule have signed a joint development agreement (JDA) on the import of LNG into Maputo.
US officials approve permits for four LNG export projects in Texas
Federal officials have approved permits for three new liquefied natural gas export terminals in the Rio Grande Valley and the expansion of another in Corpus Christi.
Uniper bullish on LNG availability
Uniper is confident that LNG supply will continue to be bountiful in the years to come, providing a secure source of supply for demand around the world, company board member Keith Martin told Energy Voice at ADIPEC.
IEA: Gas and renewables to power Africa
The struggle to provide Africa with energy will become increasingly important, particularly in terms of balancing power with carbon emissions, a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) has said.
Saipem wins Alen pipeline work
Equatorial Guinea has approved a $90-100 million gas pipeline contract with Saipem.
US eyes exports of coal, LNG to Africa
The US is eager to export LNG and coal to African states, US Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy Steven Winberg told the Africa Oil Week conference.
Cyprus signs off on Aphrodite exploitation plan
Cyprus has issued an exploitation licence to three companies to develop the Aphrodite field, with gas to be exported to Egypt for liquefaction.
LNG comes through for Shell and Total
While low LNG spot prices have taken their toll, the Europe’s two major players in the sector, Total and Shell, performed strongly in the third quarter.
Delfin LNG eyes FID for 2020
Delfin Midstream is moving ahead with front-end engineering and design (FEED) work on its Delfin LNG scheme.
Sempra, Mitsui sketch out LNG extension
Sempra Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Mitsui & Co. potentially entering LNG projects in the US and Mexico.
Renergen chooses builder for South African LNG, helium plant
Renergen has appointed a Chinese company to carry out construction of a planned small-scale liquefaction plant in South Africa.
The place for gas in South Africa’s energy plans
The South African government has published its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the aim of setting out the country’s future energy mix.
Brookfield buying into Cove Point LNG
Brookfield Asset Management is to buy a 25% stake in Cove Point LNG for just over $2 billion in cash.
ANPG plans for future Angola LNG supply
Angola’s new regulator Agência Nacional de Petróleo, Gás e Biocombustíveis (ANPG) has held talks with various producers about supporting future production from Angola LNG.
South Korea’s LNG imports ebb
South Korea’s LNG imports in September dropped to levels last seen in 2017.
“Freedom gas” in Ukraine scrutinised amid US corruption allegations
The US has set out charges against two men, Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman. The two men, who were involved in schemes for LNG imports into Ukraine, are accused of violating campaign finance laws.
Equatorial Guinea pitches for investment
Equatorial Guinea is pioneering developments in gas trading around West Africa with plans for a first regasification facility and political initiatives.
Annova LNG lands $373 million tax abatement
Cameron County commissioners on Tuesday approved a $373 million tax abatement deal for Houston liquefied natural gas company Annova LNG to build an export terminal at the Port of Brownsville.
Petronas signs up LNG bunkering with Avenir
Petronas has chartered an LNG bunkering vessel in Malaysia, under a deal with Avenir LNG.
Obiang’s cars sold in Geneva
A collection of supercars that had been owned by Equatoguinean Vice President Teodorin Nguema Obiang has been sold at auction in Geneva.
Total ticks off Mozambique LNG
Total has closed its purchase of Anadarko Petroleum’s 26.5% stake in the Mozambique LNG project.
Japanese backers for Novatek’s transhipment plans
Novatek has signed deals with Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) and the Japan Bank for International Co-operation (JBIC) on its LNG transhipment projects.
Aberdeen-based HVAC wins £1m contract for Russia’s Sakhalin project
An Aberdeen-based energy services firm has won a contract worth more than £1million for work in Far East Russia.