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U.S. House Bill Seeks $1.5 Billion to Refill Strategic Petroleum Reserve

A U.S. House budget bill proposes over $1.5 billion to replenish and maintain the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and cancels a planned oil sale, aiming to rebuild the emergency crude stockpile.

Norway’s Statkraft Halts New Green Hydrogen Developments on Cost, Market Concerns

Norway's Statkraft has stopped developing new green hydrogen projects, citing rising costs, market uncertainty, and lack of regulatory clarity. The utility reported a Q1 earnings drop due to lower power prices.

Exxon to Supply Marubeni with Low-Carbon Ammonia from Baytown Hydrogen Project

Exxon Mobil signed its first customer agreement for its planned Baytown hydrogen facility, agreeing to supply Marubeni with 250,000 metric tons of low-carbon ammonia annually. The deal is contingent on a final investment decision expected in 2025.

China’s April Crude Imports Rise 7.5% on Iran, Russia Supply Surge

China imported 11.69 million bpd of crude oil in April, up 7.5% year-over-year, led by strong deliveries from Iran and Russia. Stockpiling during refinery maintenance and discounted sanctioned barrels supported the increase.

Democratic States Sue to Block Trump’s National 'Energy Emergency'

Fifteen Democratic state attorneys general have sued to block President Trump’s national energy emergency order, arguing it unlawfully bypasses environmental reviews to fast-track energy project permits.

U.S. Oilfield Giants Brace for Tough Times as Price Slide Rattles Producers

Top U.S. oilfield firms SLB, Halliburton, and Baker Hughes brace for a downturn as falling oil prices force producers to cut drilling budgets and scale back activity, particularly in North America.

U.S. Regulators Recommend Approval for Venture Global’s CP2 LNG Project

Venture Global’s proposed CP2 LNG project in Louisiana received a favorable final environmental review from U.S. regulators, paving the way for potential approval of what could become the largest LNG export facility in the country.

Spain’s U.S. LNG Imports Double, Replace Russian Supply

Spain's LNG imports from the U.S. surged to 35% of total gas supply in the first four months of 2025, overtaking Algeria and replacing Russian gas, according to Enagas data.

Enbridge Targets 2028-29 for Deepwater Pipeline Startups, Eyes Gulf Coast Storage Expansion

Enbridge is targeting startup of its Canyon and Sparta offshore pipelines by 2028-29 and evaluating 24 Bcf of expansion potential at its Gulf Coast gas storage sites to strengthen LNG export connectivity.

Russia, China in Talks on Power of Siberia 2 Pipeline Agreement

Russia and China are advancing talks on the proposed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, which would deliver 50 bcm of Russian gas annually via Mongolia. A deal remains under negotiation, Russian officials said.

U.S. NGL Exports Hit Record High Despite China Trade Disruption

U.S. exports of natural gas liquids hit a record high in April despite reduced shipments to China, as global buyers including India and Brazil boosted imports amid shifting trade flows.

Mexico's Pemex Reports Leaks on Oil Pipeline Supplying Dos Bocas Terminal

Pemex reported and addressed leaks on an oil pipeline transporting crude from its Akal-C platform to the Dos Bocas terminal in Tabasco, Mexico, with cleanup underway and operations set to resume.

Freedom CNG Acquires X3CNG, Lancer Energy to Expand Western RNG Footprint

Freedom CNG expanded its Western U.S. renewable fuel network with the acquisitions of Colorado-based X3CNG and Utah-based Lancer Energy, enhancing its CNG and RNG fueling capabilities.

Global Energy Exports Slide as Trade Risks Weigh on Oil and Fuel Demand

Global oil, LNG and fuel exports slowed in early 2025 as rising trade tensions and tariffs disrupt flows, pressuring demand across major import markets and raising risks for energy exporters.

Romania's OMV Petrom Strikes Deal to Supply Quarter of Moldova’s Gas Demand

OMV Petrom signed a deal to supply 25% of Moldova’s annual gas needs starting in 2027, strengthening Moldova’s energy security as the country moves away from Russian gas dependency.

LNG Exporters Fight Trump Rule Mandating U.S.-Built Tankers

LNG exporters are pushing back against a Trump administration rule requiring U.S.-built tankers for LNG shipments, warning the mandate could disrupt exports amid limited shipbuilding capacity.

Uruguay’s Ancap to Launch Natural Hydrogen Bid Round by Year-End

Uruguay’s Ancap plans to launch a bidding round for natural hydrogen exploration and development by year-end, with offers expected in 2026, while also eyeing a future carbon capture bid round.

Enbridge, I Squared, MPLX to Acquire Up to 85% Stake in Matterhorn Gas Pipeline

I Squared, Enbridge and MPLX have agreed to acquire up to 85% interest in the Matterhorn Express gas pipeline, which carries Permian Basin gas to Houston, marking a major midstream infrastructure deal.

Energy Transfer Nears FID on Lake Charles LNG Project After Signing Buyer

Energy Transfer moved closer to sanctioning its Lake Charles LNG export project after securing a key Japanese buyer, boosting committed sales to 10.5 MTPA as it targets a final investment decision by year-end.

TurkStream Gas Pipeline Could Slow EU, Russia Decoupling

TurkStream pipeline gas flows are rising, posing a challenge to the EU’s roadmap to phase out Russian gas by 2027. Southeast Europe’s growing reliance on the pipeline risks undermining European energy diversification efforts.

U.S. Natural Gas Prices Rise 4% as Freeport LNG Restarts, Production Falls

U.S. natural gas prices rose 4% after Freeport LNG restarted operations and production fell, tightening supply amid spring maintenance and lower output. Analysts expect mild weather to ease demand while LNG exports remain steady.

Tidewater Midstream to Acquire Segment of Pembina's Western Pipeline System

Tidewater Midstream is acquiring a segment of Pembina Pipeline's 234-mile Western pipeline system in British Columbia, Tidewater announced on May 6. The deal secures long-term access to crude for the Prince George Refinery and is expected to close by September.

Nigeria’s Renaissance Halts Oil Production After Pipeline Spill

Nigeria’s Renaissance Africa Energy has halted oil production after a spill on the Okordia-Rumuekpe pipeline, with initial reports citing possible vandalism in the oil-rich Niger Delta.

Saudi Arabia Can Control Oil Supply, But Demand May Be Its Achilles’ Heel

Saudi Arabia is flexing its oil supply control, but weakening global demand could undermine its strategy and pose challenges.

LNG Canada Readies for First Production in June After Plant Cooldown

LNG Canada has completed cooldown at its Kitimat facility and is preparing to produce first LNG in June, marking a milestone as Canada’s first LNG export terminal nears operations.

NGL Energy Partners Divests 17 NGL Terminals as Part of $270 Million Asset Sale

NGL Energy Partners has completed $270 million in non-core asset sales, including NGL terminals, refined products, and crude railcars, to pay down debt and strengthen its balance sheet.

TotalEnergies Files for $16 Billion Green Hydrogen, Ammonia Hub in Chile

TotalEnergies has filed for environmental approval of a $16 billion green hydrogen and ammonia project in Chile, which includes wind power, electrolysis, desalination, and maritime export infrastructure.

Bukit Asam Advances $3.1 Billion Coal-to-Synthetic Gas Project in Indonesia

Indonesia’s Bukit Asam plans a $3.1 billion plant to convert low-grade coal into synthetic natural gas, aiming to boost domestic gas supply and compete with LNG imports.

Commonwealth LNG Signs 20-Year Deal for Louisiana Project with Major Asian Buyer

Commonwealth LNG signed a 20-year supply agreement with a major Asian buyer for 1 million tonnes per annum from its planned Louisiana export project, marking a key milestone ahead of final investment decision.

SiEnergy to Acquire EPCOR’s Texas Gas Operations, 353 Miles of Pipeline for $60 Million

SiEnergy will acquire EPCOR’s Texas natural gas utility for $60 million, expanding its footprint near Houston with 6,900 metered connections and 353 miles of pipeline across 12 communities.