Business & Markets
Woodside Weighs Trump Tariff Impact on $1.2 Billion Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy is evaluating the impact of U.S. tariffs on its $1.2 billion Louisiana LNG project as it moves closer to a final investment decision. The company is also exploring equity sell-downs and new partnerships to strengthen project economics.
EQT to Buy Olympus Energy Assets for $1.8 Billion to Boost Marcellus Presence
EQT Corp. will acquire Olympus Energy's upstream and midstream assets for $1.8 billion, aiming to boost its footprint in the Marcellus shale region. The deal adds over a decade of high-quality inventory and strengthens EQT’s natural gas position.
FERC’s Willie Phillips Exits Early, Opening Door for Trump to Shift Commission Balance
Democratic FERC Commissioner Willie Phillips steps down early, reportedly after a request from the Trump administration, creating an opportunity for Republicans to gain a majority on the powerful energy regulatory body.
Aemetis Secures $31 Million in Biodiesel Orders for India’s Blending Push
Aemetis' Universal Biofuels secures $31 million in biodiesel orders from Indian Oil Marketing Companies, supporting the country’s push toward a 5% biodiesel blend by 2030.
JERA, Saibu Gas to Share Expanded LNG Terminal in Japan
JERA and Saibu Gas will collaborate on the use of an expanded LNG terminal in Japan's Hibiki port, allowing shared access to a new storage tank and boosting global LNG operations.
Phillips 66 Challenges Elliott Over Citgo Conflict in Boardroom Battle
Phillips 66 is accusing activist investor Elliott of a conflict of interest tied to Citgo as a shareholder battle over board seats and the company’s future strategy escalates.
Environmental Groups Brace for Legal Fight Over Trump’s Energy Rollbacks
Environmental groups are ramping up legal teams in anticipation of challenging President Trump’s sweeping energy deregulation orders, which bypass public input and aim to sunset federal rules.
Morocco to Launch Tender for First LNG Terminal at Nador Port
Morocco is set to begin the tendering process for its first liquefied natural gas terminal near Nador, aiming to expand gas infrastructure and meet growing energy demand, according to Energy Minister Leila Benali.
Five U.S. Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in 2024, EIA Reports
Five petroleum liquids pipelines, including major NGL and refined products systems in Texas, were completed in the U.S. during 2024, according to EIA data. The projects add capacity from the Permian Basin to key refining and storage hubs.
Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
Valero says it plans to shut or restructure its California refinery by April 2026 and has booked a $1.1 billion impairment as regulatory pressure increases.
Black Sea Gas Ramps Up as Turkey Targets Regional Oil, Gas Partnerships
Turkey's Sakarya gas field has reached 9.5 million cubic meters per day, fueling Ankara’s regional energy ambitions. The country is pursuing exploration partnerships in Bulgaria, Somalia, Iraq, and the Caspian Sea as part of efforts to cut imports and boost supply security.
U.S.-China Trade War Reshapes Global LPG Flows, Pressures Prices
China is shifting away from U.S. LPG imports due to new tariffs, boosting demand for Middle East supply and altering global liquefied petroleum gas trade routes. The disruption is expected to affect prices, inventories, and global petrochemical markets.
FERC-NERC Report Highlights Improved Winter Resilience of U.S. Natural Gas System
A new FERC-NERC report highlights improved winter resilience of the U.S. natural gas system, citing reliable performance during January 2025’s record-setting arctic blast and reduced disruptions compared to past storms.
Spain Approves $455 Million in Aid to Boost Renewable Hydrogen Production
Spain has approved $428 million in state aid to support renewable hydrogen production, aiming to build up electrolyzer capacity and meet EU climate targets.
$182 Million Gas Pipeline Replacement Project Kicks Off in Southeast Michigan
Consumers Energy has launched its $182 million Four Cities Metro Pipeline project to upgrade aging gas infrastructure in metro Detroit, enhancing service reliability through 2029.
China’s ENN Inks 15-Year LNG Deal with ADNOC; Zhenhua Signs 5-Year Pact
China’s ENN Natural Gas and Zhenhua Oil have signed long-term LNG supply agreements with ADNOC, marking a key expansion of LNG trade between the UAE and China. ENN will receive 1 million metric tons annually for 15 years, while Zhenhua agreed to a 5-year deal starting in 2026.
Forum Reports Early Success in Tackling Subsea Challenges
An influential forum of oil and gas operators with a vested interest in subsea operations is tackling the challenges of aging offshore infrastructure through cross-industry collaboration.
Intensity Launches Open Season for 208-Mile Bakken Gas Pipeline Expansion
Intensity Infrastructure has launched an open season for the Phase II Extension of its Bakken natural gas pipeline, seeking customer interest for a 208-mile expansion across eastern North Dakota.
Delfin Secures Final Permits for First U.S. Offshore LNG Export Facility
Delfin Midstream received final federal permits to launch the first U.S. offshore LNG export facility, securing MARAD and DOE approvals to move forward with its Louisiana Gulf project.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hover Near 10-Week Low as Market Awaits Storage Data
U.S. natural gas futures held near a 10-week low on April 17 as the market waited for direction from a federal report expected to show that energy firms added less gas to storage than usual last week as cool weather kept heating demand for the fuel higher than normal for this time of year.
Petronas Faces Production Issues at Bintulu LNG Complex, Sources Say
Petronas is experiencing production issues at its Bintulu LNG complex in Malaysia, sources say, citing boiler problems. Supply to offtakers is not expected to be affected.
India Considers Dropping Tariffs on U.S. Ethane, LPG in Trade Talks
India is considering removing import duties on U.S. ethane and LPG as part of ongoing trade talks with Washington aimed at reducing its trade surplus and tariff burden, sources say.
Enbridge Claims LNG Edge with Links to Every U.S. Gulf Coast Export Terminal
Enbridge says its natural gas transmission system is now connected to every operating liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the U.S. Gulf Coast, positioning the company as a key midstream player supporting America’s global LNG dominance.
NeuVentus Gets Green Light for Gas, Liquids Storage at Texas Salt Caverns
NeuVentus received approval to develop 12 salt caverns for gas and liquids storage at its TRU Hub project in Liberty County, Texas. The facility will serve growing demand from LNG, data centers, and industrial users along the Gulf Coast.
Golar's FLNG Gimi Completes First LNG Offload to British Sponsor
Golar LNG's FLNG Gimi completed its first LNG offload to the British Sponsor, introducing Mauritania and Senegal to the global gas market and triggering a milestone bonus ahead of expected commercial operations in Q2 2025.
Australia's Woodside to Supply Louisiana LNG to Germany’s Uniper Under New Deal
Woodside Energy has signed LNG supply agreements with Germany’s Uniper for up to 2 million tonnes per annum, including long-term deliveries from its Louisiana LNG project. The deal supports Germany’s gas-fired power capacity.
Santos Eyes Early Start for Alaska Oil Project as Revenue Slips
Santos said its Pikka Phase 1 oil project in Alaska could begin production earlier than expected, despite a 7% drop in first-quarter revenue due to weaker crude sales and LNG prices. Analysts welcomed the potential early output.
Kinder Morgan Holds Profit Outlook as Natural Gas Demand Climbs
Kinder Morgan maintained its 2025 profit forecast, citing strong natural gas demand despite tariff-driven market uncertainty. The pipeline operator said LNG growth and data center usage continue to support bullish long-term trends.
Cosan’s Edge Imports Argentine Gas to Brazil Using Bolivian Pipeline
Brazil’s Edge, part of Cosan Group, has imported Argentine natural gas via Bolivia for the first time, using existing regional pipeline infrastructure. The deal, in partnership with Tecpetrol, signals growing cross-border gas flows from Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale.
Dozens Exit U.S. EIA, Threatening Release of Critical Energy Data, Sources Say
A wave of resignations at the U.S. Energy Information Administration is raising concerns about the future of key energy reports used by traders and industry leaders worldwide. Sources say dozens of employees have departed or accepted buyouts.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
- Heath Consultants Exits Locate Business to Expand Methane Leak Detection Portfolio
