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Prices rise for low LNG storage and concerns about prices

The wholesale gas prices in the Netherlands and Britain rose mostly on Tuesday morning as withdrawals from storage sites for gas and uncertainty about LNG supply continued to support. According to LSEG, the benchmark…

Six US LNG cargoes diverted to Europe by LNG traders

Analysts and shipping data indicate that traders diverted six cargoes of LNG bound for Asia into Europe in the first half of this month due to higher European prices, and weaker Asian demand. Weather forecasts indicate lower temperatures for northwest Europe.

Energy Minister: South Korea may buy more US oil and natural gas

South Korea wants to import more U.S. gas and oil in order to diversify its energy sources, and maintain stable supplies in light of the tensions in the Middle East. He said that the government might need to increase…

Russia offers crude oil and LNG to Vietnam

The two countries announced on Wednesday that Russia was willing to assist Vietnam in developing its nuclear energy sector, and supply it with crude oil as well as LNG. Vietnam and Russia have also agreed to continue…

Europe's imports of LNG are on the rise, but not to Asia's detriment: Russell

In December, Europe's LNG imports reached an 11-month record high. However, this was not at the expense Asia, who also saw higher arrivals. According to commodity analysts Kpler, Europe imported 10.89 million tons of super-chilled gasoline in December.

Europe's imports of LNG are on the rise, but not to Asia's detriment: Russell

In December, Europe's LNG imports reached an 11-month record high. However, this was not at the expense Asia, who also saw higher arrivals. According to commodity analysts Kpler, Europe imported 10.89 million tons of super-chilled gasoline in December.

Solar tariffs in the US will increase prices and reduce profit margins for Southeast Asia

Analysts said that a new round of U.S. import tariffs against Southeast Asian solar panel producers will likely increase consumer prices while reducing producer profits. However, the industry had anticipated this move.

A survey shows that big steelmakers are not switching to renewable energy sources.

A survey of 18 major firms revealed that the world's largest steelmakers are falling further behind in their shift to low-carbon production. Some still rely on fossil fuels as their primary source of energy. The…

Mooreast Appoints Ellingsen as CEO

Eirik Ellingsen Mooreast CEO (c) Mooreast

Mooreast Holdings Ltd. announced today it will appoint Mr Eirik Ellingsen, a Norwegian with deep experience in the offshore and marine sector, as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) amid growing adoption of floating…

Albanese: Australia and India will boost their cooperation in renewables and defence

Australia and India will work together to increase investment in renewable energies, such as solar manufacturing, batteries, and mineral processing. This was the announcement made by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a G20 meeting on the sidelines.

Australia may lose $45 bln amid green steel rush, report says

A think tank on Friday said that Australia, the world's largest iron ore exporter, could lose up to half of its revenues from this sector if it does not produce green iron quickly enough. Other countries are now making steel with renewable energy.

Shell sales increase in Q3 vs TotalEnergies due to higher Asian LNG prices

LONDON, October 31 - Analysts and traders say that higher production and sales of liquefied gas in Asia helped Shell to outperform TotalEnergies in the third quarter. However, group profits for both companies were affected by a drop in oil refining.

Equinor, a Norwegian company, tries to lease an offshore wind farm in Japan again.

Two sources claim that Equinor, a Norwegian energy company, has bid with other companies to build an offshore wind farm in Japan's latest state auctions. It is looking for a foothold on the market. Equinor’s bid…

Malaysia's natural gas and crude oil production will decline by 2025

KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia's government announced on Friday that it expects a lower crude oil and natural gas output in 2025 as a result of planned maintenance shutdowns and a softer demand for some export markets.

Hyundai will launch a $3 billion India IPO next Monday at 1,865-1.960 rupees per shares, according to sources

Sources said that Hyundai Motor India will begin accepting subscriptions next week. The price per share will be in the range 1,865-1,960 rupees (22-23 dollars), they added. This would value the automaker up to…

Japan increases LNG flexibility through collaboration with S.Korea and Italy

Japan agreed to cooperate with South Korea and Italy in the procurement of LNG. It is the second largest LNG importer behind China, which seeks more flexibility while strengthening energy security. JERA, Japan’s largest utility company…

Ifx: Japan is the top buyer of LNG from Sakhalin 2 in Russia

Interfax reported that a senior manager of the Sakhalin 2 plant in Russia said on Thursday that Japan was currently the largest importer of LNG from Russia, accounting for 57.5% its exports. Since the beginning of Russia's conflict with Ukraine…

TotalEnergies signs LNG supply agreement with South Korea's Hyundai Chemical

TotalEnergies, a French oil giant, announced on Tuesday that it had signed an agreement with HD Hyundai Chemical, a South Korean company, to supply liquefied gas from 2027-2033. Total has now signed six LNG contracts this year.

Russia is considering limiting metals exports to the West

In response to Western sanctions, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested this week that Moscow limit exports of metals or other commodities in which Russia has a large share on global markets. Putin mentioned uranium and nickel as well as titanium…

Putin: Russia should restrict exports of uranium and titanium

On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow could consider limiting the exports of uranium and titanium in order to retaliate against the West. In comments made to government ministers via televised broadcast…

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