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Snam in Talks to Buy LNG Terminal Stake from Edison

Jun 20, 2017

Italian gas group Snam is in exclusive talks with EDF's Italian unit Edison to buy a stake in a liquefied natural gas terminal in northern Italy as part of plans to develop its LNG business, two sources said.Snam, controlled by state lender Cassa Depositi e Prestiti…

US LNG Going Global

Jun 19, 2017

The U.S. liquified natural gas (LNG) market is ripe with opportunity, according to American Action Forum (AAF). 'When coupled with the tension surrounding Qatar (the largest exporter of natural gas in the world), this makes U.S. LNG production a very attractive option…

Qatargas to Supply LNG to Shell

Jun 18, 2017

Qatargas and Shell have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will lead to the two companies jointly researching liquefied natural gas (LNG) logistics. Through this joint logistics research collaboration, Qatargas and Shell aim…

LNG Platform Supports HFO Ban in Arctic

Jun 14, 2017

German Maritime LNG Platform signed the Arctic Commitment, joining a diverse group of international companies, organisations, politicians and polar explorers calling for a ban on heavy fuel oil (HFO) use in Arctic shipping. 'The Clean Arctic…

Ship-to-ship LNG Bunkering Starts in Port of Zeebrugge

Jun 14, 2017

The bunkering vessel ENGIE Zeebrugge performed in the port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, its first deliveries of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel to M/V Auto Eco and M/V Auto Energy, the two new gas-propelled pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs) of UECC…

Baltic Exchange Mulls New Freight Indexes for Grains, LNG

Jun 14, 2017

The Baltic Exchange is looking into launching freight indexes for grains and liquefied natural gas (LNG) as the London-run business targets new markets after its acquisition by Singapore Exchange last year, the Baltic's chief executive said…

Qatar Petroleum, Shell Sign LNG Bunkering Agreement

Jun 13, 2017

Qatar Petroleum and Shell signed a framework agreement to develop global LNG bunkering facilities on Tuesday, Qatar Petroleum said. 'We view LNG bunkering as a promising opportunity for LNG to further grow as a clean energy source,' Qatar Petroleum CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi was quoted as saying…

ABS Expands Greek Presence

Jun 12, 2017

Classification society ABS unveiled its Global Ship Systems Center and announced the formation of its Hellenic Technical Committee in Athens.   “This cutting-edge facility brings together industry-recognized technical leaders to support clients throughout the entire lifecycle of their assets…

Barcelona Welcomes AIDAperla

Jun 08, 2017

AIDAperla - the youngest member of the AIDA Cruises fleet - reached the port of Barcelona via the western Mediterranean on June 7, 2017, as part of its 'Welcome Cruises'. During AIDAperla’s maiden season, Barcelona is, alongside Palma de Mallorca…

Saudi, UAE Ports Bar Qatari Flagged Ships

Jun 05, 2017

Ports in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates' barred ships flying Qatari flags after the two countries broke off diplomatic ties with Doha, in a move that raised fears of disruption to oil and gas shipments from the Gulf OPEC member. The…

World’s First Ice-breaking LNG Carrier Christened

Jun 04, 2017

The world`s first icebreaking liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier was named Christophe de Margerie in St. Petersburg, Russia. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, South Korea’s Ambassador to Russia Park Dae-bong and Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co…

MOL Mulls LNG Power Generation on Ships

May 29, 2017

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) is exploring the possibilities to generate power from liquefied natural gas (LNG) aboard ships as a low-cost, environmentally friendly alternative to land-based plants. According to a report on Nikkei, MOL is looking…

Acquisitions to Yield Better Results for Hoegh LNG

May 24, 2017

Hoegh LNG Partners closed the acquisition of 51% interest in Höegh LNG Colombia Holding, the owner of the entities that own and operate the Höegh Grace on January 3, 2017. The results of the Höegh Grace contributed to the Partnership's earnings for the full first quarter of 2017…

Skangas Names LNG Bunker Supply Ship Coralius

May 23, 2017

Coralius, the first European built LNG bunker and distribution vessel was named Monday, May 22, by Johanna Lamminen, Chair of the Board of Skangas and Chief Executive Officer of Gasum.  The 5,800 cbm vessel was commissioned by owners Anthony…

Peace Boat to Showcase Ecoship at Nor-Shipping

May 15, 2017

Peace Boat will showcase its plans for Ecoship, a unique concept cruise vessel, at Nor-Shipping 2017. The Japanese-based organization, which works to promote peace, human rights, sustainable development and respect for the environment, will…

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