Africa
Tanzania in Talks to Revive $42 Billion LNG Project by June
Tanzania is negotiating tax incentives with investors to revive its stalled $42 billion LNG project, Energy Minister Doto Biteko said. Talks with Equinor, Shell, and partners could conclude by June, potentially unlocking 47.13 Tcf of natural gas reserves.
Egypt Signs $3 Billion LNG Deals with Shell, TotalEnergies for 2025 Supply
The most populous Arab country last year returned to being a net importer of natural gas, buying dozens of cargoes and abandoning plans to become a supplier to Europe following a steep decline in domestic output.
Nigeria to Block Oil Exports for Producers Who Fail to Meet Refinery Quotas
Nigeria's upstream oil regulator said on Monday it would deny export permits for oil cargoes from producers who fail to meet their stipulated supply quota to local refineries, including the Dangote Refinery, Africa's largest.
Construction Report: Trump Policies, Thirst for LNG Could Bolster Expansion
While the global thirst for LNG continues to drive pipeline construction globally, the real questions for the new year concern a second Donald Trump presidency in the United States. Early analysis from those in the industry suggest the change of administration will be good for midstream.
Nigeria's NNPC, Partners to Build Five Mini-LNG Plants for Domestic Gas Supply
State-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has begun construction of five mini-LNG plants as part of government efforts to drive economic growth and boost gas usage, a company spokesperson said late on Thursday.
Morocco to Build $420 Million, 990-MW Gas Power Plant Near Alwahda Site
Morocco's water and electricity utility plans to build a 990-megawatt (MW) gas-fired power plant at a cost of $420 million, bourse regulator AMMC said.
Mozambique’s President Rules Out LNG Contract Revisions with TotalEnergies, Exxon
Mozambique is not looking to review contract terms with energy majors like TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil who are planning multibillion-dollar liquefied natural gas projects in the country, its new president said on Friday.
Global News January 2025
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
BP's GTA Project Delivers First Gas for Senegal and Mauritania
The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project developed by BP and partners has produced its first gas from an offshore field in Senegal and Mauritania, the two countries' energy ministries said.
Shell Terminal in Nigeria Reports Oil Spill Following Pipeline Rupture
An oil spill has occurred at the Shell loading terminal in Nigeria's Delta region after a pipeline ruptured, Nigeria's maritime agency said on Sunday.
Global News December 2024
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Algeria’s Sonatrach Contains Fire at Alrar Gas Processing Complex
Algeria’s Sonatrach reported that a fire at the Alrar gas processing complex was contained, with no impact on oil production or international shipments. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Eni Launches Second Floating LNG Unit for Congo, Set for 2025 Deployment
Italy's Eni launches its second floating LNG facility, Nguya FLNG, to boost Congo's liquefaction capacity to 3 MTPA by 2025, enhancing offshore LNG exports.
Nigeria Launches New Utapate Crude, Targets Doubling Output by 2025
Nigeria is seeking term customers for its new crude oil grade Utapate and is aiming to double output by the end of 2025 from 40,000 barrels per day, state-owned NNPC and venture partner Natural Oilfield Services said at the grade's official launch.
NNPC Signs 10-Year Deal to Supply Gas to Dangote Refinery
Nigeria's state oil firm, NNPC Ltd. said on Wednesday one of its subsidiaries has agreed to supply 100 million standard cubic feet of gas per day to the Dangote oil refinery for the next 10 years.
Trump Prepares to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement, NYT Reports
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's transition team prepares executive orders to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, end the LNG export pause, and revoke California's pollution waiver, according to the New York Times.
Angola LNG Weighs Adding Capacity as Gas Output Grows
Angola LNG is exploring expansion options, including a mini train addition, as new gas supplies from Chevron and the New Gas Consortium are expected to bring the plant to full capacity in the coming year.
Kenya, Uganda Reviving Oil Products Pipeline Effort
Kenya and Uganda have begun negotiations on the possible revival of the stalled refined oil pipeline extension project from Eldoret in western Kenya to Uganda’s capital Kampala, where a new dedicated terminal receipt facility is be constructed.
Exxon Targets First LNG from $30 Billion Mozambique Project by 2030
Exxon Mobil projects the first LNG output from its $30 billion Mozambique project by 2030, with early site work slated to begin next year. The final investment decision is expected in 2026.
Global News November 2024
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Egypt and Eni Seek Moves to Support Gas Production
Egypt's president met with Eni CEO to discuss moves aimed at supporting gas production, after the African country was forced to turn to the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market to cover domestic demand.
Engie and Morocco’s OCP Deal for Green Hydrogen, Renewables Worth $18 Billion in Investments
Morocco's OCP and French energy firm Engie signed a preliminary agreement on Monday for Moroccan projects worth up to $18 billion in possible desalination, renewable energy and green hydrogen investments.
Equinor Reaffirms Commitment to $42 Billion Tanzania LNG Project
Norway's Equinor remains committed to a $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Tanzania that has stalled after proposed government changes to a financial agreement reached last year, a senior company executive said on Tuesday.
Shell Expands Gas Distribution Network in Nigeria
Shell plc’s Nigerian business, Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG), has struck a deal with a regional government in the country to develop a new gas distribution network to boost consumption by commercial and industrial entities for increased business performance.
Exxon’s $1.28 Billion Asset Sale to Seplat Nears Approval, Says Nigerian President
Nigeria is struggling to raise output of oil, its biggest export earner, mainly due to theft of crude and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta, forcing companies like Exxon and Shell to look to deepwater projects for expansion.
P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines
The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.
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).
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.
Egypt Snaps Up 20 LNG Cargoes Amid Tight Market, Defying Price Predictions
Egypt has bought 20 cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) via the first tender issued to cover its winter demand since 2018, securing full volumes it was seeking at smaller than expected premiums, trading sources told Reuters on Friday.
Dangote Refinery Starts Gasoline Processing, NNPC Set as Exclusive Buyer
The $20 billion refinery on the outskirts of Lagos, built by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, began operations in January with output of products including naphtha and jet fuel.

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