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Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project

KBR has announced that KTJV, a KBR and Technip Energies joint venture, has been selected by Lake Charles LNG Export Company, a subsidiary of Energy Transfer LP, for its Lake Charles LNG transformation project.

Malaysia Surges to Become China’s No. 2 Crude Oil Supplier After Russia

China's crude oil imports from Malaysia surged 31% in August from a year earlier, making it the country's second-largest supplier after Russia, customs data showed, bucking a broader trend of slowing Chinese imports.

Tallgrass Launches Open Season for Pony Express Crude Oil Pipeline

Pony Express Pipeline, operated by Tallgrass, has launched a new binding open season for crude oil transportation from Pony Express' Carpenter origin in exchange for incentive tariff rates.

Berkshire Hathaway Shuts Cove Point LNG Plant for Annual Maintenance

U.S. energy firm Berkshire Hathaway Energy shut its Cove Point liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Maryland for about three weeks of annual autumn maintenance, according to a company notice to customers.

Dutch Urge Tougher Sanctions as Russian LNG Imports Surge

Imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia at the Netherlands' main terminal in Rotterdam have risen in recent months, underlining the need for further sanctions, the Dutch government said on Monday.

Excelerate Energy Enhances FSRU Efficiency with Wärtsilä Reliquefaction Retrofit

Excelerate Energy Inc. has entered into an agreement with Wärtsilä Gas Solutions to purchase a reliquefaction system for retrofit installation onboard one of Excelerate’s floating storage regasification units (FSRUs).

Eskom, Sasol Team Up to Explore LNG as South Africa Seeks Cleaner Energy

South African petrochemicals company Sasol and state power utility Eskom said on Friday they had agreed to jointly explore ways the country could use liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Kimmeridge to Reduce Stake in Louisiana LNG Project to 51% After FID, CEO Says

Energy investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management plans to reduce its stake in a Louisiana liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project to 51% down from 100% after it reaches FID next year.

Carlyle-backed Crescent Midstream to Develop $1 Billion Carbon Capture Project in Louisiana

Oil pipeline firm Crescent Midstream, which is backed by investment firm Carlyle Group, said it would jointly develop and construct a carbon capture and storage project in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Chevron Won't Invest in U.S. LNG Plant Construction, Citing Better Use of Capital

Chevron does not want to invest in the construction of U.S. LNG plants, as it is not the best use of the company's capital and it can easily sell its U.S. gas, said a top official on Thursday.

Trafigura to Appoint Richard Holtum as New CEO Next Week - FT

Commodity trader Trafigura plans to name Richard Holtum as its new chief executive as soon as next week, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people briefed about the matter.

Colombia Risks Blackouts Without Swift Natural Gas Strategy, Experts Warn

Colombia must decide soon whether to focus on imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) or encourage domestic output of natural gas if it wants to avoid power blackouts, according to Wood Mackenzie.

Criminal Probe Underway After Car Strikes Energy Transfer Pipeline in Houston, Body Found

Human remains were found in a burned-out car that struck an Energy Transfer natural gas liquids pipeline earlier this week in Houston, sparking a criminal investigation, local media reported on Thursday citing officials.

Kiewit, Venture Global LNG Settle Dispute Over Alleged Disclosure of Confidential Info to Shell

Construction contractor Kiewit on Thursday said it has settled a lawsuit with LNG developer Venture Global LNG over disclosures to Shell of information on the Calcasieu Pass LNG plant, the president of Kiewit Energy said.

Pertamina's Shipping Unit Plans to Double Tanker Fleet, Expand LNG Capacity Over 10 Years

The shipping unit of Indonesia's state energy firm Pertamina plans to double its fleet of 320 tankers in the next 10 years, the unit's CEO Yoki Firnandi told the Gastech conference in Houston on Thursday.

ConocoPhillips, Uniper Ink 10-Year Natural Gas Supply Deal

German energy company Uniper and U.S. oil and gas producer ConocoPhillips said they have agreed a supply deal for up to 10 billion cubic meters of natural gas over the next 10 years.

Glencore Signs 20-Year LNG Supply Deal with Commonwealth LNG, Kimmeridge

Commodities giant Glencore has signed a non-binding agreement to buy 2 million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas from Commonwealth LNG along with equivalent natural gas supply from Kimmeridge Texas Gas.

TotalEnergies Extends CNOOC LNG Deal by Five Years

France's TotalEnergies said on Thursday it has extended an agreement with China's CNOOC by five years that will see it deliver 1.25 million tons of LNG per year until 2034.

EQT CEO Predicts U.S. Natural Gas Prices to Stay Below $3/MMBtu Amid LNG Demand Growth

The CEO of U.S. natural gas producer EQT Corp. on Wednesday said U.S. prices for the fuel will remain below $3 per million British thermal units in the short term.

Argentina's Reversion del Norte Pipeline Project Nears Completion After Successfully Crossing River

Argentina's 93-mile Reversion del Norte pipeline has overcome significant delays, reaching a key milestone by crossing the Tercero River. The project, crucial for gas supply to northern Argentina and exports to Bolivia and Brazil, is now on track for completion in late 2024.

Bayou Midstream II Secures Equity Backing from EIV Capital to Expand U.S. Infrastructure

Bayou Midstream II has announced an equity commitment from EIV Capital, LLC following their successful partnership for Bayou Midstream LLC (Bayou I).

Energy Leaders Believe VP Harris Won’t Ban Fracing, Citing Gas Price Risks

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris understands natural gas prices will rise if fracing is banned, industry executives said, explaining their confidence that the Democratic candidate will not ban the production method if she becomes president.

Saudi Aramco Aims to Become Major LNG Player, Says Gas Chief

The world's largest oil producer, Saudi Aramco, wants to become a major liquefied natural gas player, the head of its natural gas business said on Tuesday.

Energy Transfer Pipeline Fire Continues to Burn in La Porte, Texas

Energy Transfer said a fire at its natural gas liquid (NGL) pipeline in La Porte, Texas, which started on Monday, was still burning on Tuesday and a state regulator said it would probably keep burning into the afternoon.

Turkey Boosts Export Capacity, Supply Flexibility with 10-Year LNG Deal with TotalEnergies

Turkey took a further step towards becoming a regional gas re-exporter on Wednesday, after state energy company Botas signed a 10-year supply agreement with France's TotalEnergies, its fourth long-term import deal with non state-owned firms this year.

Apollo Strikes $1 Billion Deal to Fund BP's Stake in Trans Adriatic Pipeline

Apollo Global Management has signed a $1 billion deal with British energy major BP to fund its stake in the Trans Adriatic natural gas pipeline.

ConocoPhillips CEO Calls for U.S. to End 'Crazy' LNG Permit Pause

ConocoPhillips CEO Ryan Lance on Tuesday called on the U.S. government to end "this crazy LNG (permit) pause" and allow the country to lead the liquefied natural gas industry.

U.S. Capitalizes on Low Oil Prices to Buy 6 Million Barrels for Strategic Reserve

The Biden administration will seek up to 6 million barrels of oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, a source familiar with issue said on Tuesday, a purchase that if completed will match its largest yet in the replenishment of the stash after a historic sale in 2022.

Chevron CEO Criticizes Biden’s Gas Policies, Says AI Depends on Permian Gas

Chevron CEO Michael Wirth criticized the Biden's administration for what he described as "attacks on the natural gas” industry and emphasized the crucial role of Permian natural gas in powering the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI).

South Sudan Ready to Resume Oil Exports Through Sudan

South Sudan and Sudan have made progress towards restarting the pumping of South Sudan's crude oil through a pipeline running to a port in its neighbor, South Sudan's finance minister and the president's office said.