LNG is expected to be the natural choice for ship owners to meet IMO sulphur limits and to ensure a clean transportation chain, and this was the basis for discussion earlier this year at the 3rd CWC LNG Fuels Summit 2017 in Amsterdam. It was highlighted that ship owners face a dilemma, with fuel choice…
DetailsOn Friday, November 17, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency and U.S. industry will launch the U.S. Gas Infrastructure Exports Initiative, to connect American companies to export opportunities across the gas value chain in emerging economies. As U.S. LNG export terminals are coming online, USTDA is expanding its partnership with the American gas industry to…
DetailsOn September 21-22, the American Gas Association participated in the inaugural Young Pipeline Professionals event in Houston. This premier 2-day provided young professionals the opportunity to network with and learn from top industry leaders on a variety of topics. From financial analysis to construction and risk management, the YPP USA Symposium offered in-depth review of all aspects…
DetailsThe IGU Wholesale Gas Price Report was issued on the 9 May. The Wholesale Gas Price Survey is one of IGU’s most valued reports as it is prepared and updated regularly by the IGU Strategy committee. The current edition is the eighth to be undertaken over the last 10 years. The eight surveys have confirmed…
DetailsThe first ever G20 Natural Gas Day, on June 29, 2016, was attended by over 300 delegates and highlighted the importance of natural gas in the world’s energy future. The tone was set at the Energy Ministerial opening ceremony, where China’s Vice Premier, Zhang Gaoli, provided a strong endorsement of the role of natural…
DetailsLast week, April 17-19, the Egyptian Gas Association (a Charter Member of the IGU) hosted the IGU Executive Committee Meetings in Cairo. Speakers included Eng. Khaled Abu Bakr, chairman of TAQA Arabia, IGU President David Carroll & H.E. Eng. Tarek El Molla, Minister of Petroleum & Mineral Resources and discussions focused on energy opportunities in Egypt as…
DetailsHosted by Korea Gas Corporation (KOGAS), Korea Gas Union (KGU) and Energy News, APGC2017 will once again take place in Daegu under the endorsement of the International Gas Union (IGU) and under the Patronage of Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. APGC began its new era of internationalization successfully last year, bringing over…
DetailsThe USA IGU Presidency got underway in Paris on the final day of the 26th World Gas Conference (WGC 2015). David Carroll, the new IGU President, outlined the USA team’s objectives for the IGU over next three years, culminating in WGC 2018.
Excavation damage is one of the top causes of incidents in both the transmission and distribution sectors. Damage caused from insufficient notification of one-call centers or careless digging near a gas system can potentially result in significant loss of life and/or property damage. To reduce the risk of third-party damage to gas pipelines, a project…
DetailsMore efficient completion technology provides for more environmentally friendly production of our energy resources. Developing a better understanding of stimulated reservoirs and new completion techniques will help industry more efficiently recover these resources. This premise, shared by Eddie Johnston, Senior Vice President of Research and Technology Development, lies at the core of GTI’s Hydraulic Fracturing…
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