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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.
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Turkey significantly increased its diesel imports from the United States and India to record levels in August, according to shipping data, amidst a Russian ban on diesel exports.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sapphire has acquired EDGE, significantly boosting its liquefied natural gas (LNG) capabilities by integrating modular equipment that adds substantial daily liquefaction capacity.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Asian diesel shipments to Africa are projected to reach a four-and-a-half-year high in August, as African buyers seek alternative supplies following a significant reduction in exports from the Middle East, according to Baird Maritime.
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Refinery closures, sanctioned flows and constrained inland logistics leave Europe's diesel and gasoil market with less slack than the flat price suggests.
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