http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas.aspx en-uk editor@energyglobal.com webmaster@energyglobal.com http://www.energyglobal.com/media/logo.gif Everything from technology and tankers to security and software. http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_Digest_of_United_Kingdom_Energy_Statistics_2010.aspx The Digest of United Kingdom Energy Statistics 2010 is published today by the Department of Energy and Climate Change. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_continuing_investment.aspx The most recent EIC Monitor which tracks new energy projects has found that though there has been significant investment in the sector, total investment is still down 6% since the same quarter last year. 28/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_LNG_seeking_higher_LNG_prices_from_Kogas.aspx Yemen’s foreign minister has reiterated his countries desire to renegotiate its long term LNG supply contract with Korea Gas Corp. 26/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/French_power_shortages_to_impact_on_UK.aspx Power shortages in France could have a knock-on effect on the UK energy market due to cross channel ownership of UK power stations. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Inaugural_Energy_Event_awards_Dinner.aspx The Energy Event will be hosting its inaugural Awards Dinner in September to showcase a more positive side of the energy industry. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_future_of_the_energy_industry.aspx What challenges are facing the energy industry and how can they solve these problems? 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chevron_signs_HOA_with_KOGAS.aspx Chevron has signed an HOA with KOGAS for LNG delivery from the Wheatstone project fro the next 20 years. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Qatargas_delivers_first_Q-Max_LNG_cargo_to_Japan.aspx Japan has received its first LNG cargo from one of Qatar’s massive Q-Max vessels, the largest LNG carriers in the world. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Consortium_sign_Polskie_LNG_contract.aspx A European consortium has signed the contract to build Poland’s first ever LNG terminal. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Teekay_LNG_raising_funds.aspx Teekay LNG is raising funds by offering 1.7 million shares for sale. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Emiratisation_in_the_energy_sector.aspx ADIPEC partners with Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council to foster Emiratisation in the energy sector 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/India_expected_to_drive_future_LNG_boom.aspx A new report by RNCOS has projected that global LNG growth will be healthy up to 2030, and India will be a major growth market for LNG. 12/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Now _here_A_review_of_natural_gas_markets_and_key_players_Egypt.aspx Natural gas is a major component of the Egyptian energy balance and its availability has been driving a flourishing petrochemical and fertiliser industry. Cedigaz present a review of the natural gas production and consumption in the Egyptian market and medium-term projections for the future of the market. 12/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Osaka_Gas_and_Shell_sign_long_term_supply_agreement.aspx Shell has signed a long term SPA agreement with Osaka Gas, to supply 800,000 tpa of LNG. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chevron_Corp._has_announced_a_new_gas_discovery_in_the_Carnarvon_basin.aspx Chevron has made another deepwater gas discovery in its WA-205-P permit area in the Carnarvon basin. It hopes to use the gas discovery to underpin expansion plans at the Wheatstone LNG hub. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/API_response_to_new_oil_and_gas_taxes.aspx API stresses new taxes on oil and gas industry would imperil economic recovery. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Standard_and_Poor’s_raises_Qatar’s_rating_to_AA.aspx Standard and Poor’s has raised Qatar’s credit rating to AA, based on strong growth prospects in the LNG sector. 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Beach_Energy_Ltd_enters_into_constructive_partnership_with_ITOCHU_Corp.aspx Beach Energy has signed an MOU with ITOCHU to co-operate on an LNG project that will be supplied by Beach’s onshore gas reserves. 06/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Jamaican_LNG_bidding_process_under_investigation.aspx The Exmar consortium, which won the contract to build an LNG terminal in Jamaica, is having to defend itself against allegations of impropriety in the bidding process. 02/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_left_out_in_the_cold.aspx Foreign firms have started to leave Iran as new economic sanctions come into force. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Foster_Wheeler_awarded_contract_for_Cameroon_LNG_by_GDF_SUEZ.aspx Foster Wheeler has been awarded the contract to carry out the pre-FEED work on the Cameroon LNG project. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Energy_Global_launches_Facebook_page_and_joins_Twitter.aspx You can now find Energy Global on Facebook and Twitter social networking sites. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_worlds_largest_gas_powered_ferry.aspx Fjord1 and Fiskerstrand BLRT have entered into an agreement to build the world’s largest gas-powered ferry. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/PERU_LNG_produces_first_LNG_cargo.aspx PERU LNG has successfully produced its first LNG cargo from its terminal in the Pampa Melchorita area. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/2010_UK_Budget.aspx The Department of Energy and Climate Change highlight points from the UK June Budget. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Oversupply_of_gas_expected_on_the_market_for_next_five_years.aspx Predictions made by the latest report from Booz & Company. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Onshore_terminal_proposed_for_Greater_Sunrise_LNG_project.aspx East Timor plans to present a development plan for an onshore LNG terminal for the Greater Sunrise project. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/What’s_needed_in_an_energy_bill.aspx Charles T. Drevna answers the question. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Jamaica_switching_to_LNG.aspx A consortium of investors led by EXMAR are planning to build an LNG importation terminal in Jamaica by 2012. 21/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/EU_approves_sanctions_on_Iran.aspx The EU has approved a broad package of sanctions against Iran, which amongst other things, will also target their oil and gas industry. 18/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Siemens_and_Gazprom_sign_MoU_to_work_together_on_LNG_technology.aspx The MoU provides for the two companies to cooperate on future joint development projects in LNG technology. 18/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_to_renegotiate_LNG_price_with_South_Korea.aspx Yemeni ministers have met with the South Korean Ambassador to Yemen to inform him that they wish to renegotiate the selling price of Yemeni LNG. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Zero_Carbon_Britain_2030.aspx New report says Britain could cut greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2030, creating hundreds of thousands of new jobs and regaining energy security. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Total_to_acquire_stake_in_Yamal_LNG.aspx Total has been in talks with Russia’s President Medvidev and Prime Minister Putin over the subject of joining Yamal LNG. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Interview_by_European_Center_for_Energy_Security_Analysis_(ECESA)_Pt_2.aspx The European Center for Energy Security Analysis provide an overview of the challenges facing Europe as it attempts to diversify its gas supply to ensure energy security. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Interview_by_European_Center_for_Energy_Security_Analysis_(ECESA)_Pt_1.aspx The European Center for Energy Security Analysis provides an overview of the challenges facing Europe as it attempts to diversify its gas supply to ensure energy security. 11/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Technology_and_partnerships_essential_to_meeting_new_energy_demand_growth.aspx Speaking in China, ExxonMobil’s Senior Vice President outlined the need for stronger partnerships and the use of cutting edge technology in the energy industry to access new reserves. 08/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Yemen_LNG_to_reach_full_capacity.aspx Yemen LNG is nearing 100% production capacity after second production train starts. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_the_future_of_shipping.aspx LNG as a fuel offers many benefits to the shipping industry and could be price competitive with a little development in infrastructure. 01/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Downstream_update_Asia_and_Pacific_Rim.aspx Round up of recent downstream news from Asia and the Pacific Rim. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Hitachi_and_TOYO_sign_agreement_for_feasibility_study_with_Eastern_Star.aspx Hitachi and TOYO are to conduct a feasibility study for an electric motor driven LNG plant for Eastern Star Gas Ltd in Newcastle. 25/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Invensy_sign_upgrade_contract_with_MLNG.aspx Invensys have signed a US$ 12.4 million contract to upgrade the Bintulu LNG complex in Malaysia. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Kidnap_and_the_Energy_Industry.aspx Kidnapping remains a problem across the developing world with foreign nationals a particularly attractive target for criminals and militant groups. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Energy_efficiency_goals.aspx Global leaders meet to collaborate on energy efficiency goals. 18/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Qatargas_signs_EPSA_agreement_with_Shell_and_Petrochina.aspx Qatar Petroleum signed the exploration and production sharing agreement with Shell and Petrochina for Qatar block D. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Cheniere_Energy_sells_stake_in_Freeport_LNG.aspx Cheniere has announced the closure of the sale of it’s stake in Freeport LNG to ZHA FLNG Purchaser. 17/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_Ltd_obtain_EPC_proposal_for_LNG_project_and_may_look_for_investment_partners.aspx LNG Ltd has completed the FEED work for the Fisherman’s Landing project and has obtained an EPC proposal for the project. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Fluor awarded early_works_contract_for_Gladstone_LNG_project.aspx Fluor Corporation has been awarded an early works contract by Santos for the Gladstone LNG project, and is the preferred contractor for the full EPC contract. 14/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_Ensuring_Latin_America’s_Energy_Security.aspx South America is investing heavily in LNG to secure energy supply and potentially earn export dollars sending LNG to the lucrative North American market. 13/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Shale_gas_outlook.aspx The Annual Energy Outlook presents a projection and analysis of US energy supply, demand, and prices through 2035. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chu_Kong_Pipe_secures_orders_with_CNPC_Sinopec_and_CNOOC.aspx Chu Kong Pipe has secured orders worth a total of RMB834 million to supply pipes to the three major Chinese companies. 11/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_threatens_to_expel_foreign_companies_from_South_Pars_gas_field.aspx Iran’s Oil Minister has threatened to expel foreign companies who are delaying investment in the gas field over fears of sanctions and government instability. 10/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Santos_to_delay_investment_decision_on_Gladstone_LNG_project.aspx After the Australian government’s announcement of a new super resource tax, Santos is delaying an investment decision on the Gladstone LNG project. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/CB_and_I_awarded_development_contract_for_Yamal_LNG_project.aspx CB&I have won the concept development contract for the Yamal LNG project in northwest Siberia. 06/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Australian_coal_seam_gas_stocks_fall.aspx Following the announcement on Sunday that a new super tax will be levied on resources, coal seam gas stocks were sent tumbling. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Qatar_to_invest_in_Greece.aspx Qatar has signed a memorandum of understanding to invest up to US$ 6.6 billion in energy projects in Greece. 05/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Shells_FLNG_technology_chosen_for_greater_sunrise_project.aspx The Sunrise joint venture has chosen to use Shell’s proprietary FLNG technology to develop the Greater Sunrise gas fields in the East Timor Sea. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Pakistan LNG_deal_declared_null_and_void.aspx Pakistan’s Supreme Court has nullified a deal between Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry and GDF Suez for the supply of LNG after it emerged a lower bid was not even considered. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_and_Qatar_oil_and_gas_industries.aspx Ng Weng Hoong takes a look at the changing fortunes of the oil and gas industries in Iran and Qatar in LNG Industry's Spring regional report. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/2010_showing_growth_in_global_energy_industry_projects.aspx Looking back at the first quarter of 2010, some encouraging signs of growth can be seen across the global energy industry, according to the latest data from EIC Monitor - the quarterly index that tracks newly announced projects across the global energy supply chain. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Shell_predicts_energy_will_grow_rapidly_over_next_two_decades.aspx Shell officials have stated that the Middle East will struggle to keep enough investment to meet the demand for natural gas over the next two decades. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Securing_safe_investments_in_Iraq’s_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx More and more business opportunities are arising in Iraq’s southern province of Basrah. Recent months have seen a flurry of contracts signed in the oil, gas, construction and shipping sectors and the area looks set to become an energy and logistics hub. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Gas_OPEC_seek_to_control_prices.aspx Algeria has asked fellow GECF members to curb production to alter the prices of gas into an upward curve. 21/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Four_common_design_mistakes.aspx Solomon Associates shares the four most common mistakes energy companies make in designing a new facility. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/AGRI_project_could_sink_Nabucco_pipeline.aspx Azerbaijan, Georgia and Romania have signed a memorandum of understanding to transport LNG into the EU in a project that could be finalised sooner than the Nabucco pipeline. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chinas_race_for_oil.aspx China is influencing the course of peak oil debate, with rapid expansion of its oil and gas holdings around the world. 13/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Woodside_plans_for_Greater_Sunrise_project_stymied_by_East_Timor_government.aspx The E.Timor government has barred Woodside’s plans for an FLNG terminal or a land based terminal in Darwin to process gas from the Greater Sunrise field. 12/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Icon_Energy_sees_shares_rise_after_massive_China_deal.aspx Icon Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding to supply China with LNG, the move has sparked a massive increase in the company’s share price. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/South_Hook_terminal_completed.aspx The South Hook terminal has commissioned the final stages of the terminal’s equipment, effectively doubling capacity at the plant in Milford Haven. 08/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Extra_capacity_comes_online_in_Yemen.aspx Yemen has placed a second train online at the Balhaf facility, boosting its LNG production capacity considerably. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/JP_Morgan_enters_LNG_market.aspx JP Morgan and Cheniere Energy have entered into a two-year partnership involving the Sabine Pass terminal. 03/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Pakistan_LNG_deal_mired_in_scandal.aspx A contract made between GDF Suez and Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry has become mired in scandal after it was revealed a lower bid was ignored. 01/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/CNOOC signs coal seam gas LNG deal with BG Group.aspx China National Offshore Oil Corp. (CNOOC) has signed an agreement with BG Group of Australia for the purchase of 3.6 million tpy of LNG for the next 20 years. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/China_to_become_shale_gas_producer.aspx China has signed a deal with Shell to exploit its domestic shale gas reserves, which, if successful could turn Chinese energy policy on its head. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Adria_LNG_gets_environmental_approval.aspx LNG terminal on Croatia’s Adriatic coast finally receives environmental approval. 29/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/India_to_import_more_LNG_from_Qatar.aspx Qatar has agreed to supply an additional 4 million tpa of LNG to India by 2014. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Indonesia_invites_South_Korea_to_invest_in_terminals.aspx The Indonesian government is looking for South Korean investors to back three new floating LNG terminals. 23/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Arrow_Energy_accept_improved_takeover_bid.aspx Australia’s Arrow Energy has accepted an improved takeover bid from Royal Dutch Shell and PetroChina worth a reported AU$ 3.44 billion (US$ 3.14 billion). The takeover is subject to approval by Arrow shareholders and Australian authorities. 22/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/MENA_versus_APAC.aspx Leading oil and gas executives from the APAC region meet to discuss ways of competing with production from the MENA region. 16/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Arrow Energy set to reject US$ 3 billion takeover bid.aspx Arrow Energy is set to reject a take-over bid from a company jointly owned by Royal Dutch Shell and PetroChina. 15/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/NPRA_news.aspx Drevna testifies on US chemical safety law before Senate subcommittee. 12/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_industry_prospects_growth_in_Australia_and_China.aspx In the Spring issue of LNG Industry magazine, Lucy Miller, Douglas-Westwood, considers current and future prospects for the LNG sector. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Westside_Corp_acquires_stake_in_coal_seam_gas_field.aspx Westside Corp. has announced a joint venture with Mitsui & Co. to develop the Dawson Seamgas fields. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Eurasian_expansion.aspx Dr. Robert M. Cutler discusses developments in Eurasian gas pipelines in 2009, with a focus on Turkmenistan’s gas reserves and current pipeline projects in the region. 11/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Centrica_buys_Trinidadian_gas_assets.aspx Centrica has announced the purchase of Suncor Energy Inc’s Trinidadian natural gas assets. 10/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Poland_gets_finance_for_LNG_terminal.aspx Polskie LNG SA has been receiving bids and arranged finance for Poland’s first LNG terminal to diversify gas supply. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Welders_in_top_ten_hottest_careers_predicted_for_2010.aspx A career in welding is considered one of the top ten best career-change professions for 2010. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Iran_aims_to_break_out_of_exile.aspx Iran is seeking foreign investors and markets in a new drive to develop its natural gas reserves and establish itself as a major energy supplier. 25/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_future_of_Europe’s_energy_supplies.aspx Europe’s hydrocarbon industry now sits in a precarious position as to the future of its energy supply. Currently Europe is dependant on Middle Eastern and Russian supplies. However, Europe is predicted to become more heavily dependent on external supplies over the next decade. 24/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Countering_the_threat_of_piracy.aspx Whilst the risk of a pirate attack on an LNG vessel transiting through the Gulf of Aden may have increased in the last few months, there are many measures that can be taken to guard against such attacks. 23/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/The_environment_and_the_oil_industry.aspx A summary of two environmental issues within the oil industry. 22/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Novatek_plans_Arctic_shipping_route.aspx Novatek, the Russian gas producer plans to send LNG shipments to Asia from its fields on the Yamal peninsula in the Arctic via the Arctic Ocean. 22/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_potential_to_bring_opportunities_to_UK_supply_chain.aspx There’s no doubt to me that the LNG sector today is moving into the mainstream of global energy supply - a clean and cost effective energy source that can compete on price and supply with other energy sources. 19/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Fully_loaded_QFlex_LNG_vessels_unloaded_in_Belgium.aspx RasGas has unloaded two fully loaded LNG Q-Flex vessels for EDF Trading at Belgium’s Fluxys Zeebrugge LNG Terminal. 18/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/EuroLoop_set_to_open_in_March.aspx Opening of the world’s largest calibration facility for oil and gas meters. 11/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Gazproms_Shtokman_delayed_LNG_plans_discussed.aspx Gazprom will delay the start up of its Shtokman gas field by three years, and plans to export half its output as LNG to Europe. 08/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/chevron_announces_yellowglen.aspx Chevron Australia Pty Ltd has announced successful drilling in the Greater Gorgon area in the Carnarvon Basin offshore Western Australia. The Yellowglen-1 exploration well is located in the WA-268-P permit area approximately 250 km northwest of Onslow. 02/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/north_american_gas_sector.aspx An overview of the North American natural gas industry 29/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/global_recovery_stalling.aspx In my last column of 2009, I ended on a positive note cautiously claiming that all sectors across the energy supply chain were beginning to see signs of a recovery. Let’s take a look at some of the sectors in more detail. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Developments_in_carbon_capture_and_storage.aspx An overview of recent developments in carbon capture and storage 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/GAIL_gains_in_fourth_quarter.aspx GAIL India’s profits are up; the company invests heavily in pipelines in the next three years 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Woodside_acquiring_more_customers_in_Asia_Pacific_region.aspx Woodside Petroleum Ltd. has signed an agreement to supply Osaka Gas with LNG, they are also in discussions with other potential customers in the region. 11/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/US_LNG_demand_hits_two_year_high_in_cold_snap.aspx Cold weather has boosted prices for LNG, drawing extra tankers to the US. 08/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Chevron_announces_natural_gas_find_in_Australia.aspx Chevron Corp. has announced an additional natural gas discovery in the Carnarvon Basin offshore Western Australia. 22/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/US_EPA_confirms_greenhouse_gases_harmful_to_human_health.aspx The US EPA issued a statement on 7th December that confirms the findings of its investigations into greenhouse gases and human health. 16/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/North_African_oil,_gas,_and_the_development_of_the_refining_industry.aspx This article provides an overview of the North African hydrocarbon industry, assesses its vital regions and considers a future of promise to coincide with the global economic recovery. 02/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/LNG_Europe_overview.aspx The Winter issue of LNG Industry magazine contains a regional report on the current place of LNG in the European energy mix. Here we present some of the highlights of the report. 26/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/world_first_gravity_based.aspx GE Oil & Gas powers the world’s first offshore gravity-based LNG terminal. 25/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Nace_pipeline_integrity_seminar_focuses_on_PHMSAs_new_Rule .aspx At its annual Pipeline Integrity Seminar (PIMS), Nace International will focus on how pipeline owners and operators can take advantage of the new PHMSA 80% Rule for pipelines. 18/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Global_energy_industry_shows_continued_recovery_across_all_sectors.aspx As we near the end of 2009, all the energy sectors are starting to show signs of recovery, from nuclear power to renewables, this can be seen in the upsurge in project commissioning. 18/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Top_10_energy_myths.aspx A new report from the Pacific Research Institute (PRI) explores 10 common myths about energy in America. The aim of the report is to put accurate information into the public domain that might inform those who will be involved in marking up the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act in the US Senate. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/Fossil_fuels_cannot_be_replaced_by_alternative_energy_systems.aspx A report has suggested that alternative energy systems will not be able to completely replace fossil fuels, and a major rethink on the dynamics of the modern world is required to adjust to the changing situation. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/global_lng_industry_set_to_regain_momentum_after_2012.aspx The credit crunch and an uncertain market have hit the global LNG industry, which had been steadily growing during the period 2003 - 08. LNG demand (a function of natural gas demand) is low across the globe, yet it is set to pick up post 2012 and rise until 2015. 19/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/australian_pipeline_industry_outlook.aspx The natural gas transmission pipeline industry in Australia is active and vibrant with opportunities for investment in further pipelines and pipeline infrastructure as this demand grows. 18/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/global_power_sector_recovery.aspx The power sector has undoubtedly been hit hard by the global credit crunch. The good news is though, that we are now seeing some positive signs of recovery, with the sector beginning to slowly bounce back with more money being invested in new projects. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/australia_set_to_lead_the_way_in_lng.aspx Australia, with 24 currently active and future LNG projects, could become the second largest LNG producing nation in the world by 2015, according to the International Energy Agency. 14/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/south_american_pipeline_update.aspx The oil and gas sector in South America holds tremendous potential, with at least 110 billion bbls of oil, 272 trillion ft³ of gas and over 250 billion bbls of recoverable bitumen. But that potential often remains elusive for many countries. 13/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/methane_from_coal_mines_presents_opportunity_to_recover_energy_and_generate_revenues.aspx If captured and recovered for energy, coal mine methane is a cost-effective resource. Coal mines around the world are increasingly focusing on the commercially available, cost-effective opportunities to capture and use this often wasted resource. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/south_american_gas_market.aspx South America has an impressive total of gas reserves and is increasing its production, however, the region is continually facing problems despite its desire to expand and develop. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/argentine_energy_markets.aspx This article discusses Argentine energy markets, covering the growing role of natural gas, primary energy consumption and the refining sector. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/governments_worldwide_make_plans_to_develop_ccs_technology.aspx Ongoing government plans to develop CCS technology reflect growing awareness that coal is essential to the future energy mix. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/redeploying_an_existing_LNG_fleet.aspx Newbuild and converted offshore LNG projects are now under review by ABS. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/east_asian_energy_market.aspx East Asia continues to be a vital region for the world economy and the world energy market. This article looks at the four major East Asian economies, their energy markets, and their hydrocarbon processing industries. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/south_americas_lng_market_developments.aspx Many experts predict that South America will become a net exporter of LNG in the future, however many challenges remain to the industry's development. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/lng_16_in_algeria.aspx Algeria will be a fitting venue for next year's LNG 16 Conference, having staked its place as the EU's third largest supplier of foreign gas. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/australia_and_india_LNG_partnership.aspx Exxon Mobil's Australian division and India's Petronet have signed a 20 year LNG supply contract, signaling a step towards approval for the Western Australian Gorgon project on Barrow Island. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/joint_ventures_in_unconventional_natural_gas.aspx Joint ventures focused on unconventional natural gas opportunities and related capability transfer will require effective governance to be successful. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/ensuring_a_workforce_for_tomorrows_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx OPITO – The Oil and Gas Academy, is focusing on attracting skills and talent to the oil and gas industry, through its ‘Energise Your Future’ event, which took place at this year’s Offshore Europe in Aberdeen. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/sectors/liquid-natural-gas/articles/influence_of_powe_lines_on_pipeline_networks.aspx Increased difficulties in obtaining utility right-of-way and the concept of utility corridors have brought pipelines into close proximity with electric power transmission/distribution systems. Metallic objects subjected to the alternating electromagnetic field will exhibit an induced voltage. Also, power conductor faults to ground can cause substantial fault currents in the underground structure. 30/09/2009