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Chemical company Methanex announced it will idle its New Zealand operations in early 2027, reigniting discussions about a controversial liquefied natural gas terminal project. Environmental groups have criticized the economic arguments used to justify the development.
Workers at the Sines LNG terminal in Portugal are on strike, reporting 100% participation in the industrial action. The strike is expected to impact operations at the liquefied natural gas facility.
Poland is progressing towards establishing a third LNG terminal, with the goal of becoming a regional gas hub. The finalization of agreements for gas supply from this terminal is expected to facilitate market liberalization.
A security company reports that a drone attack targeted a U.S. vessel at an LNG terminal in Egypt.
Bangladesh's gas supply has been impacted due to the partial shutdown of an LNG terminal, with state-owned Petrobangla working to fix the fault. Engineers estimate it could take up to two days for normal operations to resume, affecting energy distribution.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda and Latvian President Egils Levits visited Klaipėda to inspect the city's liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and observe a military operation conducted by the Lithuanian Armed Forces.
The Energy City project in Pakistan is making progress, with plans for a land-based LNG terminal expected to attract $3-4 billion in investment, alongside a 'Sea 2 Steel' initiative.
Citizens in Volos, Greece, have achieved a victory in their mobilization against a planned floating LNG station, with attention now turning to blocking a similar project in Thessaloniki.
The Irish government's proposal to establish a liquified gas terminal in the Shannon estuary is facing opposition in Dáil Éireann, the lower house of the Irish parliament.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that a second floating LNG terminal will be built in the Gulf of Gdańsk, bringing the total number of such terminals in Poland to three. This initiative aims to establish Poland as a gas hub, driven by significant commercial interest.
A German court has issued a temporary injunction, halting the plans for an LNG terminal in Wilhelmshaven, amidst ongoing business and economic news.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright, speaking in Dubrovnik, expressed pride in the decisions by the governments of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia to pursue the Southern Gas Interconnection project. This project will connect BiH to the LNG terminal on Krk.
An outage at an LNG terminal has led to a significant reduction of 400 MMCFD in gas supply across the Dhaka region.
Croatian Foreign Minister Grlić Radman stated at a summit that the LNG terminal on Krk island and the JANAF oil pipeline are reliable shields for Europe against energy disruptions.
The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has proposed the American company AAFS, reportedly led by individuals close to Donald Trump, for the construction of a gas interconnection with Croatia and the Krk LNG terminal to ensure energy security.
DEPA Commercial has imported a new cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the Sabine Pass terminal in the USA to the Revithoussa LNG terminal, with part of the cargo delivered to Atlantic SEE LNG Trade and the remainder for the domestic market.
A planned Floating Storage and Regassification Unit, approved by the government last year, has been criticized as being 'fundamentally incompatible' with climate policy objectives.
India's leading gas marketer GAIL has formally opposed the introduction of a new IGX platform for booking LNG terminal capacity, arguing it would increase consumer costs without delivering meaningful benefits over existing frameworks.
There are clear questions about whether it the terminal is worth the money, says the group which includes Consumer NZ, Lawyers for Climate Action and the Sustainable Business Network.
Saudi Arabia announced the formation of a 14-country maritime coalition to secure commercial shipping in the Red Sea, following increased Houthi attacks threatening the vital waterway. The initiative aims to protect navigation and potentially involves a naval and ground offensive against Houthi forces in Yemen.
Ivan Fugaš, director of the LNG terminal on Krk, stated that no supply problems are anticipated for this year. Plans are also underway to increase the terminal's capacity in the coming year.
Sabor Speaker Gordan Jandroković and Dragan Covic, speaker of Bosnia and Herzegovina's Parliament, visited the Krk LNG terminal to discuss energy cooperation.
Daewoo Engineering & Construction announced the completion of all three phases of construction and related follow-up measures for a liquefied natural gas and oil terminal at Ulsan Bukhang.
AKTOR and Motor Oil have reached an agreement in principle for AKTOR to acquire a 50% stake in the Dioriga Gas LNG terminal. This deal signifies a significant partnership in the energy sector.
Bangladesh's commerce minister announced the government's plan to establish an additional floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal to boost energy infrastructure.
Poland's energy minister announced plans to build a third LNG terminal, aiming to establish the country as a new security architecture for Europe and a regional gas hub.
The planned Southern Interconnection gas pipeline aims to provide Bosnia and Herzegovina with access to the Krk LNG terminal, potentially reducing its dependence on Russian gas, but also risks deepening internal divisions within BiH.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, now a special envoy, visited the Batangas LNG Terminal in the Philippines, which is jointly operated by Tokyo Gas and Philippine companies.
The EU has warned Bosnia that it could lose €1 billion due to a US gas project that competes with TurkStream, potentially connecting Bosnia to Croatia's network and the Krk LNG terminal.
A tanker has arrived at the Golden Pass LNG terminal to load its inaugural export cargo, marking a significant milestone for the facility.
The ongoing conflict in Iran is significantly impacting a government's plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, with a gentailer CEO describing the war as a 'bazooka' through the project. Despite mounting concerns, the Energy Minister expresses confidence in the government's ability to proceed with the plans.
Latvia is planning to jointly utilize Estonia's Paldiski LNG terminal, indicating a collaborative effort to enhance regional energy security and infrastructure.
Japanese energy company Japex has decided to exit its liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal project in Vietnam.
Cyprus’s long-delayed liquefied natural gas terminal at Vasilikos is set for further delays after its project manager called for a full redesign of the unfinished facility — a step that state energy bodies say they cannot afford. ETYFА and DEFA have concluded that a limited-scope design is the minimum needed before launching a tender for […]
Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski announced plans to link North Macedonia to the Alexandroupolis LNG terminal in Greece by early 2028, enabling American gas imports via interconnectors.
Bangladesh is experiencing an improvement in its gas supplies following the successful restart of an LNG terminal, which is crucial for the nation's energy needs.
The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina has adopted a decision to ratify the agreement with Croatia on the construction of the Southern Interconnection gas pipeline. This move brings BiH closer to receiving natural gas from the Krk LNG terminal, enhancing its energy independence.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is set to sign an interstate agreement with Croatia for the Southern Gas Interconnection, which will provide BiH access to Croatia's gas network and the Krk LNG terminal, signaling a move away from Russian gas.
US policy in the Balkans is entirely linked to gas, with a floating liquefied natural gas terminal on the Croatian island of Krk highlighted as a key component.
Croatia's LNG terminal is slated for expansion, a development that could potentially enhance Ukraine's energy security and diversify its gas supply.
India is evaluating a policy to mandate strategic gas reserves for LNG terminals, prompted by supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz during the Iran conflict.
AKTOR is set to become a leader in the circular economy, while Motor Oil's Dioriga Gas gains an advantage in the race for new LNG terminals, following a double capital raising move of 1 billion euros.
Orlen, Unimot, PGE, and Enea have contracted transmission capacities for a third LNG terminal in Poland, potentially ending Orlen's previous dominance in gas imports.
Croatia is increasing the capacity of its Krk LNG terminal to enhance gas supply capabilities. This expansion aims to facilitate greater gas delivery, potentially in exchange for tourism.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited an LNG receiving terminal in the Philippines, which was built with investment from Japanese companies. He emphasized the increasing importance of simultaneously achieving energy security, economic growth, and decarbonization, especially in light of the Middle East situation.
US Energy Minister Chris Wright, speaking in Dubrovnik, called for the construction of necessary infrastructure to expand the natural gas market in Croatia and across Europe, citing the Krk LNG terminal as just the beginning.
A large gas flare over Kitimat, a regular sight as the LNG Canada export terminal comes online, is causing worry among some residents regarding potential health impacts.
Lithuania's gas transmission system operator, Amber Grid, announced record gas consumption and activity at the Klaipėda LNG terminal this winter, with January seeing the highest consumption in five years and transportation in nine years.
The State Energy Regulatory Council (VERT) approved amendments to the rules for using the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, establishing long-term capacity allocation and contract conclusion until 2044.
Germany has started supplying natural gas to Ukraine for the first time through its LNG terminal on Rügen island, a move deemed crucial for Ukraine's energy security amidst war and winter.
Over 270 citizens and organizations in Montenegro have signed an open letter to the government, urging them to reject a proposed LNG terminal and gas power plant project in the city of Bar, citing financial, ecological, and security risks for the country.