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techjuice.pkfinance1 day ago
Pakistan buys spot LNG cargo at $20.70 per MMBtu to replace halted Qatar shipments
State importer Pakistan LNG Ltd purchased one cargo for early delivery at the highest price since 2022. The purchase follows renewed disruptions to Qatari term supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
vccafe.comfinance1 day ago
LNG Expected to Become U.S. Second-Largest Net Export Industry Within Five Years
An S&P Global energy study projects that liquefied natural gas will rank as the United States' second-largest net export industry within five years. The forecast is based on current production trends and export capacity growth.
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pravdareport.combusiness2 days ago
EU Imports Record 9.97 Million Tons of Russian LNG in First Half of 2026
The European Union took in 9.97 million metric tons of liquefied natural gas from Russia's Yamal facility during the first six months of the year. The purchases rose 16 percent from the same period in 2025 and accounted for more than 97 percent of the plant's output.
benzinga.combusiness7 days ago
ADNOC Logistics Orders Four LNG Carriers for $900 Million
ADNOC Logistics and Services placed a $900 million order for four newbuild LNG carriers on July 10. The vessels will be built in China and delivered in 2029, expanding the firm's total LNG newbuild program to 18 ships.
en.antaranews.comworld7 days ago
LNG tankers continue entering Strait of Hormuz while some Japan-linked vessels exit Gulf
At least five ballast LNG carriers transited the waterway in recent days despite Iranian attacks on vessels and U.S. strikes. Japan-linked ships in the Gulf fell to four from 45 at the start of the conflict.
Semaforworld8 days ago
Mexico Sends First Natural Gas Shipment to Asia from Pacific Terminal
Mexico's initial LNG export to Asia left its new Pacific coast terminal on July 9, 2026. The shipment marks a shift in global energy routes after Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the U.S. war in Iran altered prior pathways.
en.antaranews.comfinance8 days ago
Pakistan seeks replacement LNG cargo after Hormuz shipments disrupted
Pakistan issued an emergency tender for liquefied natural gas after a scheduled Qatari cargo was cancelled. Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed following U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness8 days ago
East Coast Gas Producers Split Over National Reservation Rules
Australia Pacific LNG and Shell urged the federal government to apply a proposed 20 percent domestic reservation scheme equally to all three east coast LNG exporters. Santos' GLNG project could receive a temporary exemption or deferral under ministerial powers. Queensland officia…
forbes.comfinance8 days ago
Venture Global Reports 69% Rise in LNG Liquefaction Fees in Q2
Venture Global reported a 69% increase in liquefaction fees to $6.45 per million British thermal units in the second quarter. The company recorded revenue from 466.4 trillion thermal units sold, down from 480.8 TBtu in the first quarter. Exports from its two Louisiana facilities…
middleeasteye.netfinance9 days agoUpdated
Ships struck in Strait of Hormuz; tankers reverse course
At least four tankers reversed course in the past 12 hours after Iranian strikes hit three commercial ships on July 7. Vessel data showed three empty LNG carriers and one loaded supertanker abandoning transits.
cnbc.compolitics10 days ago
Strait of Hormuz Threat Level Raised to Severe After Three Tanker Attacks
The Joint Maritime Information Center upgraded the threat level in the Strait of Hormuz to severe on July 7 after at least three vessels came under attack. Oil prices rose and vessel traffic declined following the strikes on a Qatari LNG tanker and other ships.
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globalnews.cafinance10 days ago
Fire Reported on Qatari LNG Tanker Al Reykat After Attack
A Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker named Al Reykat sustained an engine-room fire after an attack, leaving the vessel at risk of explosion. A source briefed on the incident confirmed the fire's location and the resulting hazard.
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forbes.comfinance10 days ago
Global LNG Trade Hit Record 437 Million Tons in 2025 Despite Damage to Middle East Infrastructure
The International Gas Union reported record LNG trade last year driven by U.S. and Qatar supply plus new exporters. The group noted Middle East conflict damaged infrastructure and raised price risks for Asian buyers.
news.ycombinator.comfinance11 days ago
Germany's LNG Share Rises to 12 Percent as U.S. Supply Replaces Blocked Gulf Volumes
The share of LNG in Germany's gas supply increased to 12 percent in the first half of 2026. Bundesnetzagentur data showed greater volumes arriving from North Sea and Baltic Sea terminals as supplies from Qatar and the UAE were cut off.
zeenews.india.comfinance11 days ago
Pakistan Buys Second Spot LNG Cargo From TotalEnergies at $17.37 per mmBtu
Pakistan purchased a liquefied natural gas cargo from TotalEnergies for mid-July delivery. The transaction follows a similar purchase from BP the prior week amid sharply reduced Qatari supplies.
freepressjournal.infinance13 days ago
EU Share of U.S. LNG Exports Falls to Two-Year Low in June
Europe purchased less than half of all U.S. liquefied natural gas exports last month, the lowest share in two years. Asian buyers paid nearly $4 more per mmBtu than European importers. The decline affects a three-year, $750 billion energy purchase commitment made under a July 202…
cnbc.combusiness13 days ago
India Lifts Emergency Curbs on Natural Gas Supply
India has removed emergency restrictions on natural gas supply that were enacted after LNG disruptions tied to the Middle East crisis. The change was confirmed through an official government notification.
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news.google.comfinance14 days ago
Japan's LNG Imports Fall 7 Percent as Utilities Shift to Coal
Japan generated 17.3 terawatt-hours from gas-fired plants in June, down 16 percent from the prior year. Coal-fired generation rose 4.6 percent over the same period.
en.globes.co.ilfinance14 days ago
Australian LNG Export Revenue Forecast Rises $27 Billion on Supply Shortage
Government estimates show LNG export earnings for 2026-27 will reach $67.6 billion. The increase follows supply disruptions linked to Middle East conflict and earlier attacks on Qatari facilities.
dcvelocity.combusiness15 days ago
JERA Creates Singapore Subsidiary to Manage LNG and Low-Carbon Fuel Operations
Japan's largest LNG importer announced the formation of a new wholly owned unit to handle global trading activities. The subsidiary will oversee LNG, upstream, shipping and lower-carbon fuel businesses from its base in Singapore.
enr.comfinance15 days ago
Canada Plans to Triple LNG Output Over Next Decade
Canadian officials announced plans to speed approvals for new liquefied natural gas projects. The federal government will keep the existing north-coast tanker ban in place. British Columbia stated it lacks constitutional authority to block an Alberta pipeline but does not support…
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Yonhapworld16 days ago
HD Korea Shipbuilding Secures 885 Billion Won Orders for LNG Carrier and FSRU
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering announced contracts worth 885 billion won for one liquefied natural gas carrier and one floating storage regasification unit. The orders bring the company's 2026 total to 67.4 percent of its annual target.
thenarwhal.capolitics17 days ago
Carney Ends Carbon Price and Oil-Cap, Expands LNG Exports but Issues No New Climate Plan
Prime Minister Mark Carney posted a video Tuesday stating the prior climate plan was unsustainable and too costly. The government has ended the consumer carbon price and oil and gas pollution cap while advancing new pipelines and LNG sales.
rigzone.combusiness17 days ago
Thailand’s PTT in early talks with U.S. and other LNG developers for long-term supply
Thailand’s state-owned PTT is in early-stage discussions with developers of American LNG facilities to secure long-term supply. The talks follow disruptions to Middle East shipments caused by the Iran war and closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
app.buzzsumo.comfinance17 days ago
Pakistan Buys LNG Cargo from BP at $16.74 per mmBtu After Qatari Supply Halts
Pakistan purchased one prompt-delivery LNG cargo from BP at $16.74 per mmBtu, roughly $1 above Asian spot prices. The deal follows repeated tender rejections and the shutdown of Qatari exports due to Middle East conflict.
jamestown.orgfinance18 days ago
Armed Russian LNG Tanker Spotted in Baltic Sea
Imagery released by the Estonian Border Guard shows heavy machine guns mounted on the Marshal Vasilevskiy, Russia’s only floating storage and regasification vessel. The 945-foot tanker supplies natural gas to Kaliningrad and has been subject to sanctions.
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japantimes.co.jpworld19 days ago
Japan and India Plan Joint Task Force on LNG Stockpiling
Japanese and Indian governments are considering a joint task force to coordinate liquefied natural gas stockpiling. The plan aims to address potential supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East.
vancouversun.comworld20 days ago
British Columbia Premier David Eby Starts Trade Trip to China Focused on Forestry and LNG
Eby will pitch forestry products and an LNG expansion in Kitimat to Chinese partners. The province seeks to double international trade while navigating U.S. and Chinese tariffs.
webpronews.comfinance21 days ago
Empty LNG Carriers Gather at Qatar Ras Laffan Hub for Loading
Eight empty carriers have arrived at Ras Laffan and more are en route. QatarEnergy is preparing undamaged facilities for resumed operations by October.
dohanews.cofinance21 days ago
U.S. and Qatar tell EU methane rules risk gas supply
The United States, Qatar, Algeria, and Nigeria told EU energy ministers that methane-emission tracking rules make compliance impossible for many suppliers. The four countries said the rules will cut available LNG volumes and raise prices for European buyers.
middleeasteye.netfinance22 days ago
Natural Gas Markets Expected to Rebalance in Third Quarter as Hormuz Reopens
The head of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum said markets will begin to stabilize in the next quarter once the Strait of Hormuz reopens. Qatar is restoring LNG output after damage from the Middle East conflict.
dohanews.cofinance23 days ago
U.S. and Qatar tell EU methane rules risk gas supply
The United States, Qatar, Algeria, and Nigeria told the European Union that its methane regulation lacks a workable compliance path for LNG exporters. Officials said the rules could block new contracts and raise prices ahead of an EU energy ministers meeting.
business24 days ago
Qatar Says LNG Output to Resume Normal Levels Within Weeks Except at Damaged Facility
Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said production will return to normal in a few weeks except at the damaged Ras Laffan facility. Qatar declared force majeure after Iranian missile strikes in March.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance24 days ago
Two supertankers and seven Qatar-linked LNG carriers transit Strait of Hormuz
Ship-tracking data show two very large crude carriers exited the strait on Tuesday while seven empty Qatar-linked liquefied natural gas tankers entered the waterway in recent weeks. Iranian-linked tankers also continued to transit the route as traffic increased.
claimsjournal.comfinance25 days ago
Explosion at Qatar LNG Facility Kills 13, Injures 66
A technical accident at the Barzan local gas supply facility in Ras Laffan killed 13 workers and injured 66 others on Sunday night. Qatar's energy minister said the blast was not sabotage and would not affect exports.
rigzone.combusiness25 days ago
China Prepares Longkou Terminal for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries
The Longkou LNG terminal in Shandong province is set to begin receiving cargoes from Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project before October 2026. China has already taken more than 40 shipments totaling 2.6 million tons since August 2025.
thehindu.comworld25 days ago
Oil Tankers Continue Transit Through Strait of Hormuz After Interim Deal
Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has continued after an interim U.S.-Iran agreement. Data from multiple tracking firms show dozens of vessels, including oil and LNG tankers, moving through the waterway in recent days.
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al-monitor.comworld25 days ago
Explosion at Qatar LNG Site Leaves 54 Injured and 18 Missing
An explosion occurred at a liquefied natural gas facility in Qatar. Authorities reported 54 people injured and 18 missing. Rescue operations are underway at the site.
thehindu.combusiness25 days ago
QatarEnergy Recalls LNG Carriers After Ras Laffan Explosion
QatarEnergy is positioning empty carriers near the Strait of Hormuz for a potential restart of exports. The move follows an explosion at the Ras Laffan complex on Sunday and prior Iranian strikes on the facility.
etftrends.comfinance26 days ago
India Crude Price Rose from $69 to $114 per Barrel After Hormuz Closure as U.S. Became Top LNG Supplier
India’s weighted average crude price jumped after the Strait of Hormuz closed in March. The United States became its top LNG and LPG supplier while New Delhi reviews long-term energy plans.
thehindu.comfinance31 days ago
QatarEnergy Ready to Resume LNG Output at Ras Laffan Within One Month
QatarEnergy can restart LNG production at Ras Laffan and reach full capacity within one month, with shipping identified as the main constraint rather than plant operations.
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rediff.comfinance32 days ago
LNG Tanker Disha Clears Strait of Hormuz After U.S.-Iran Deal
An LNG carrier passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, the first energy tanker to transit since the U.S. and Iran announced a deal to reopen the waterway. Oil prices fell after the announcement, with Brent Crude at $82 per barrel and WTI Crude below $80.
businessnews.com.aufinance32 days ago
Australian Regulator Denies Inpex Request to Halt Ichthys LNG Strike
The Australian Fair Work Commission rejected Inpex's bid to suspend industrial action at the Ichthys LNG facility. The regulator found the planned stoppages would not cause significant economic disruption.
activistpost.comfinance32 days ago
LNG Tanker Heads for Strait of Hormuz After U.S.-Iran Deal
A tanker chartered by an Indian state-owned firm left the Persian Gulf after President Trump announced a preliminary agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran confirmed the deal, which is set for signing on Friday.
pravdareport.comworld33 days ago
Qatari LNG Tanker Remains at Ras Laffan Terminal Since March 1 Loading
A tanker loaded liquefied natural gas at Qatar’s Ras Laffan facility around March 1 and has remained there since.
The Independentpolitics33 days ago
EU Received 96.7 Percent of Yamal LNG Exports in First Five Months of 2026
European Union imports of Russian liquefied natural gas rose 17.9 percent between January and May 2026 compared with the same period in 2025. Data show 8.37 million tonnes delivered to EU ports, representing 96.7 percent of all Yamal LNG exports during that span.
yahoo.compolitics33 days ago
Strait of Hormuz Shut More Than 100 Days, Oil Supply Falls 10.1 Million Barrels Daily
Wired reported that the Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed since early May, cutting Arabian Gulf crude shipments by 95 percent and LNG carriers by 99 percent. Global supply dropped sharply while Brent crude traded at $87.55 per barrel.
financialpost.comfinance35 days ago
European Buyers Avoid Long-Term U.S. LNG Deals but Pursue Canadian Supply
U.S. exporters report limited success securing European offtake deals for new LNG projects. The EU continues its scheduled elimination of Russian gas imports through 2027.
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U.S. Grants License for First Floating LNG Export Terminal Off Louisiana
Maritime Administration issued license for $5 billion Delfin Midstream project. First LNG production targeted for 2029-2030.
Financial Timesfinance36 days ago
Three LNG tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with transponders off
Three liquefied natural gas tankers left the Strait of Hormuz with tracking devices disabled and are heading toward Asia. Ship-tracking data from LSEG and Kpler recorded the movements.
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japantimes.co.jppolitics37 days ago
Japan and Malaysia Reach Energy Security Deal on LNG Supplies
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Malaysian leader Anwar Ibrahim agreed to strengthen energy ties during a meeting in Tokyo on Wednesday. Japan imports about 15 percent of its LNG from Malaysia.
japantimes.co.jpbusiness37 days ago
Japan’s JERA Signs 20-Year LNG Deal With Malaysia’s Petronas as Country Ramps Up Coal Generation
The contract covers 2 million tons annually starting in 2028. It follows a meeting between Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Malaysia’s Premier Anwar Ibrahim.
thenarwhal.cabusiness38 days ago
Two First Nations withdraw legal challenges to Ksi Lisims LNG project
The Metlakatla First Nation and Lax Kw'alaams Band have withdrawn federal court challenges after signing benefit agreements with the project's developer. The $10-billion facility on Pearse Island still faces other legal and political hurdles.
theconversation.comfinance38 days ago
Gulf Oil and Gas Flows Remain Fraction of Pre-War Levels Despite Rise in Tanker Transits and Dark-Mode Shipping Through Strait of Hormuz
A Qatari LNG carrier passed through the Strait of Hormuz this week. Nine LNG vessels have exited the strait since February 28.
marketwatch.comfinance39 days ago
China Ramps Up LNG Imports to Record Levels Since Iran War, Driving Up Global Prices
State and private Chinese buyers are importing between 7 and 10 LNG cargoes per month to replace Qatari supply disrupted by the war. The 30-day moving average for deliveries has risen to 178,000 tons per day.
koreaherald.comworld39 days ago
Samsung Heavy Industries signs 3.65 trillion-won contract for floating LNG facility
Samsung Heavy Industries Co. signed a final contract Monday to build a floating liquefied natural gas facility for an undisclosed client in Africa. The deal is valued at 3.65 trillion won, or about $2.38 billion, with delivery scheduled for 2028.
manilatimes.netfinance39 days ago
Technip Energies Wins EPCIC Contract for Coral Norte FLNG Project
Technip Energies and partners secured an engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning contract for the Coral Norte floating LNG project offshore Mozambique. The facility will produce 3.6 million tonnes per year of LNG and double the Coral hub's total cap…
rnz.co.nzbusiness43 days ago
Sempra Begins LNG Production at Mexico’s First West Coast Export Terminal, Plans Asia Shipments
Sempra began producing liquefied natural gas at the terminal and plans to ship cargoes to Asia. The start-up comes as global LNG supply has tightened because of the Iran war.
upi.comfinance43 days ago
Russia Offers to Build Strategic Oil Reserve for Vietnam While Seeking Expanded LNG Sales
Russia's energy minister stated readiness to create a strategic oil reserve for Vietnam and discussed LNG supplies during talks reported by TASS.
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techjuice.pkfinance43 days ago
Pakistan Issues Fourth LNG Tender in Two Months
Pakistan LNG Limited has issued a 1-million-ton spot-market tender for liquefied natural gas. The move follows the shutdown of Qatari LNG exports due to the Middle East conflict and rising summer electricity demand.