Energy

LNG, natural gas, power, renewables and energy infrastructure developments relevant to traders and operators.

Alkagesta Participates in African Energy Week 2026 in Cape Town

Alkagesta attended African Energy Week 2026 in Cape Town to engage industry stakeholders and support its petroleum products and fertilizer trading operations across Africa.

22 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Markets

Three RTOs Set Peak Load Records This Summer

According to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), three regional transmission organizations (RTOs) established new peak hourly load records during the recent summer period.

16 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

OneSubsea Secures Contract for Mozambique Deepwater LNG Project

OneSubsea, a joint venture supported by SLB, Aker Solutions, and Subsea7, has been awarded a contract by ExxonMobil for a liquefied natural gas project in Mozambique.

7 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

Fluor-JGC JV Secures Major Contract for Canadian LNG Project

A joint venture between Fluor and JGC has been awarded a multi-billion dollar contract for the next phase of Shell's Canadian LNG project, as reported by Offshore Energy.

4 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

Cheniere and Petrobras Finalize 22-Year LNG Supply Agreement

Cheniere Energy and Petrobras have entered into a long-term agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas, strengthening energy ties between North and South America.

30 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Energy Infrastructure

TechnipFMC Secures iEPCI Contract for Deepwater Project

TechnipFMC, a UK-based energy technology provider, has been awarded an integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (iEPCI) contract for a deepwater project located off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia.

17 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Natural Gas

Halliburton Secures Eni Deepwater Contract in Eastern Mediterranean

Halliburton, a US-based oilfield services company, has been awarded a multi-year contract by Italian energy major Eni for well construction and completions services in Cyprus.

17 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A large LNG carrier with wing sails on its deck.

LNG

WindWings Technology Explored for Next-Gen HD Hyundai LNG Carrier

A collaboration between Korean Register, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, BAR Technologies, and the Liberian Registry is investigating the application of large wing sails on a new generation of LNG carriers.

16 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Markets

Alkagesta Engages at Angola Oil & Gas Conference 2026

Alkagesta's Business Development Function participated in the Angola Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition 2026 in Luanda, engaging with government and industry leaders to explore commercial opportunities in African energy markets.

15 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation in progress, with two vessels alongside each other.

LNG

Osaka Gas Completes First STS LNG Bunkering in Osaka Bay

Osaka Gas, collaborating with Integr8 Fuels, successfully conducted the inaugural ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation in Osaka Bay, supplying an LNG-fuelled pure car and truck carrier.

8 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

An LNG bunkering vessel performing a ship-to-ship transfer in a port.

LNG

Titan Clean Fuels and Sogestran Partner for New Mediterranean LNG Bunkering Vessel

Titan Clean Fuels, a Molgas Group company, has signed a long-term agreement with Sogestran Group for a new 6,000-cubic-metre LNG bunkering vessel to enhance services in the Western Mediterranean.

7 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Trading

Alkagesta Expands Carbon Trading with EU ETS Allowances

Alkagesta has broadened its carbon trading services by incorporating EU Emissions Trading System allowances, a move highlighted by industry publications for its relevance to the company's global activities in energy, fuels, and commodities.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Markets

ERCOT Sets New Hourly Peak Load Record in July

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) recorded a new hourly peak load, surpassing 91 gigawatts, according to data reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration's Hourly Electric Grid Monitor.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Natural Gas

US-Canada Natural Gas and Electricity Trade Value Increased in 2025

The value of natural gas and electricity trade between the United States and Canada saw a slight increase in 2025, primarily driven by higher natural gas prices and increased trade volume, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Infrastructure

US Battery Storage Capacity Sees Significant Growth

Utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States experienced substantial growth over the past three years, with an average annual increase of 70%, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Infrastructure

Eight Petroleum Liquids Pipeline Projects Completed Since 2025

The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported that eight liquid fuels pipeline projects have been completed since the beginning of 2025, according to its 2026 Liquids Pipeline Projects Database.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Markets

U.S. Uranium Production Triples in 2025, Reaching 2017 High

The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported a significant increase in domestic uranium concentrate production for 2025, marking the highest output since 2017 and more than tripling the previous year's volume.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large offshore platform being lifted by a heavy-lift vessel.

Energy Infrastructure

Allseas Transports 17,200-Ton North Sea Platform for Recycling

A heavy-lift vessel operated by Allseas has transported a 17,200-ton North Sea platform, marking its journey to shore for dismantling and recycling after over four decades of oil production.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A dual-fuel LNG tanker sailing on the water

LNG

Shipowners Order Four Dual-Fuel LNG Vinga Tankers

Four shipping companies from Sweden, Norway, and Canada have placed orders for four new dual-fuel LNG vessels, expanding the Vinga series to 26 ships, according to Bunkerspot.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

LNG

TotalEnergies Transfers Arctic LNG 2 Stake to Novatek Subsidiary

TotalEnergies has finalized the transfer of its 10% interest in the Arctic LNG 2 project to NordLine, a subsidiary of Novatek, marking its complete exit from the venture.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

Petrobras Explores LNG Export Opportunities

Brazil's national oil company, Petrobras, is reportedly evaluating the potential for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) from its substantial offshore fields, according to Rigzone.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Energy Infrastructure

China Deploys World's First Bamboo Offshore Solar Platform

China has launched an innovative 100-kilowatt offshore solar platform, marking a significant step in renewable energy technology and sustainable material use in marine environments.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A modular LNG liquefaction plant operating in a field.

LNG

Sapphire Expands LNG Capabilities with EDGE Acquisition

Sapphire has acquired EDGE, significantly boosting its liquefied natural gas (LNG) capabilities by integrating modular equipment that adds substantial daily liquefaction capacity.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

An LNG carrier or an FLNG terminal in Southeast Asia

LNG

AFRY Secures Advisory Role for Vietnam LNG-to-Power Project

Swedish engineering, design, and advisory firm AFRY has been appointed to a significant technical advisory position for a 1.5 GW liquefied natural gas development in Vietnam, according to Offshore Energy.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

Russian LNG Share Grows in China's Import Portfolio

China's liquefied natural gas import portfolio is increasingly featuring Russian LNG, driven by discounted cargoes from Arctic LNG 2 and enhanced Russian shipping capabilities, according to customs data, market participants, and S&P Global Energy analysis.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

LNG

Europe Increases LNG Imports Amid Market Tensions

Europe is reportedly importing additional liquefied natural gas (LNG) volumes as winter approaches, influenced by low storage levels and disruptions in key shipping routes, according to Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Carbon allowance trading concept with emissions and market data

Energy Markets

Alkagesta adds EU ETS allowances to its carbon trading offering

The trader extends carbon desk coverage from voluntary credits into compliance allowances as shipping and industry buyers hedge 2026 exposure.

23 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Biofuel storage tanks at a European terminal.

Renewable Energy

Alkagesta promotes Anthony Guida to lead biofuels trading desk

The Geneva-based trader takes charge of a desk he built from launch, spanning UCO, waste-derived oils and CORSIA-eligible sustainable aviation fuel.

19 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Oil spill response equipment deployed on coastal water.

Energy Infrastructure

Alkagesta backs 'Clean Caspian' oil spill response startup

The trader is funding a Baku Engineering University research team developing low-cost coagulants and sorbents to contain and neutralise marine oil pollution.

8 Jun 2026 · 2 min read