The price of gas in Europe is rising due to forecasts for cooler temperatures and Norwegian maintenance

Dutch and British gas rates rose on Tuesday, as forecasts called for cooler temperatures over the weekend. They also cited maintenance scheduled at certain Norwegian infrastructure this week. LSEG data shows that the Dutch front-month contract increased by 0.34 euros to 40.69 Euro per megawatt hour or 12.88/mmBtu at 0818 GMT. The Dutch June contract increased by 0.37 euros to 41.24 Euro/MWh.
Prices for EUROPE GAS remain stable despite the latest Sudzha gas stations attack

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were mostly unchanged on Friday, as the recent attacks on a Russian supply point were offset by an improved outlook for supply-demand as winter comes to an end. LSEG data shows that the Dutch front-month contract rose 0.17 euro to 41.17 euros per Megawatt Hour (MWh), which is $12.99/mmBtu by 1104 GMT.
Jain and Boersma: US LNG exporters may run into a methane problem in Europe

New methane regulations may be a hindrance to the Trump administration's goal of "energy dominance", which is the United States' largest export market. The EU's President Ursula von der Leyen indicated that they may be willing import more U.S. LNG, in part to lower the EU's trade deficit. However, the process of making this happen can become complicated.
EUROPE GAS - Prices fall on mild temperatures and energy attack pause

The Dutch and British gas price fell on Wednesday morning, as the mild temperatures reduced gas demand. Meanwhile, the U.S. made deals with Russia and Ukraine to stop attacks against energy targets and at sea. LSEG data shows that the Dutch front-month contract fell by 0.15 euros to 40.97 euros per Megawatt Hour (MWh), or $12.96/mmBtu at 0917 GMT.
Russell: Renewables and gas are gaining ground on coal and oil

The latest review of the International Energy Agency shows that renewables and gas are the most popular energy sources. In its Global Energy Review published on Monday, the IEA described this growth rate as "faster-than-average". Electricity, the fastest growing sector, grew 4.3% by 2024 or almost twice the average annual growth rate of the last decade.
Prices rise in Europe as the colder weather increases gas demand

Dutch and British wholesale prices for gas rose on Thursday, as the colder weather drove up demand for gas to heat homes. Meanwhile, the market was closely monitoring developments regarding a possible ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia. LSEG data shows that the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch…
The benchmark Dutch gas price has fallen on EU's Ukraine gas transport push

Dutch wholesale gas fell below 40 euro ($43.31), for the first time in this year, after news broke that European leaders were set to ask EU authorities and Kyiv intensify their talks to resolve an end to Russian gas transiting through Ukraine. By 1606 GMT, the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF hub had fallen by 2.15 euros to 38.85 euros/MWh, or $12.26/mmBtu.
Irish Government approves floating LNG emergency facility

On Tuesday, the Irish government announced that it had approved the development of an emergency temporary facility for importing liquefied gas (LNG) and storing it. Ireland is one out of five EU members without domestic storage. The government says this is a problem in the event that one or both subsea interconnectors are damaged.
EUROPE GAS-Prices rise amid Ukraine concerns, strong demand
Dutch and British wholesale prices for gas rose Monday morning, as market demand and concerns about a possible peace agreement with Ukraine supported the market. According to LSEG, the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF Hub was up 2,19 euros, or 14,19/mmBtu at 46,50 euros per Megawatt Hour (MWh), by 0914 GMT. The Dutch May contract increased by 2.15 euros to 46.80 Euros/MWh.
Shell anticipates a 60% increase in global LNG demand between 2040 and 2040, with Asia leading the growth.

Shell's annual report said that the global demand for liquefied gas will increase by 60% by 2040. This is mainly due to economic growth in Asia and AI, as well as efforts to reduce emissions in heavy industry and transportation. As the world moves to cleaner fuels, demand for natural gas is increasing. Shell's 2025…
Shell anticipates a 60% increase in global LNG demand between 2040 and 2040

Shell's annual report said that the global demand for liquefied gas will increase by 60% by 2040. This is mainly due to economic growth in Asia and AI, as well as efforts to reduce emissions in heavy industry and transportation. As the world moves to cleaner fuels, demand for natural gas is increasing. Shell's 2025…
Prices near four-week-low on US-Russian talks and weaker demand

Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas held near four-week lows, as the market awaited the outcome of talks between the U.S.A. and Russia on how to end conflict in Ukraine. Strong renewables output also curbed demand. According to LSEG, the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF Hub was down 0.07 euros at 47.65 Euro per Megawatt Hour (MWh), which is $14.60/mmBtu by 0913 GMT.
EUROPE GAS - Prices trade within a narrow band amid cold weather and storage concerns
The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas traded in a narrow band on Wednesday morning. They remained near their 15-month peak seen earlier this week amid a cold weather forecast and concern over the storage build. According to LSEG, the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF Hub was almost flat at 52.30 Euros per megawatt-hour (15.93/mmBtu) by 0949 GMT.
Equinor Q4 profit beats forecast, raises 2030 oil output target
Equinor reported slightly higher profits than expected for the final quarter in 2024. It also increased its oil and natural gas production forecast, and scaled back plans to expand renewable energy capacity. Equinor's poll of 24 analysts predicted that the Norwegian oil and gas company would earn $7.90 billion in adjusted earnings for October-December, down from $8.56 million a year ago.
Prices of EUROPE GAS rebound due to a weaker wind and colder weather
The wholesale gas prices in the Netherlands and Britain rebounded Tuesday morning after falling on Monday, due to expected colder weather conditions and reduced wind output. The benchmark contract for the Dutch TTF hub at 0914 GMT was 0.67 euros higher, at 48.59 Euros per Megawatt Hour (MWh), while the contract for March was 1.52 Euros higher, at 48.45 EUR/MWh.
EUROPE GAS-Prices stable amid warmer and windier weather
The Dutch and British wholesale prices for gas were not much different on Friday, as the expectation of a warmer, windier climate helped offset concerns about storage levels. This was due to a lower demand for immediate gas from softer weather. LSEG data shows that the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF Hub was down 0.27 euro at 48.90 Euro per Megawatt Hour (MWh)…
US NatGas Demand Could Hit Record High

U.S. spot natural gas and power prices soared to multi-year highs in several parts of the country with extreme cold expected to boost gas demand to a daily record high on Tuesday.Extreme weather has created havoc for power and gas markets in recent years as demand has come close to outpacing supply.In February 2021…
IEA: Global gas markets will remain tight due to rising demand
LONDON (Jan. 21) - The global natural gas market will remain tight in 2019 as the demand for gas increases and production grows slower than it did before the energy crises of 2022 and 2020-2021. This was revealed by a report released on Tuesday by the International Energy Agency. Political factors have exacerbated the volatility of gas prices…
Daphne Technology, Williams win DOE Grant for MERP Efforts

Daphne Technology, in partnership with Williams, announced the award of a grant worth nearly $6M from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Methane Emissions Reduction Program (MERP).This project, titled the "Daphne and Williams Methane Slip Abatement Plasma-Catalyst Scale-Up", highlights the critical role of innovative technologies in reducing methane emissions.As part of this collaboration…
After holiday weekend, US demand for natgas is expected to reach record levels
The U.S. demand for natural gas is expected to hit a record next week, as the extreme cold that has gripped the U.S. this winter will put pressure on power grids again the day following the Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend. This week, gas futures reached two-year highs ahead of the freezing weather. Meanwhile, spot…