LNG

March 2 (LNGJ) – European wholesale gas and LNG prices based on the Dutch Title Transfer Facility benchmark were at the very high level on March 2 of the equivalent of $39.30 million British thermal units as LNG carriers headed for fixed terminal destinations or awaited instructions.

   The Hong Kong-flagged LNG carrier “Vladimir Viz” was making its way through the English Channel on March 2 heading for southwest Europe after lifting a cargo from the Yamal LNG plant in Arctic Russia, according to shipping data. The laden 172,600 cubic metres capacity vessel lifted its cargo at Sabetta Port on February 23. The unladen 170,000 cubic metres capacity Greek-flagged carrier “Maran Gas Andros” is also making its way through the Channel heading southwest from the French LNG import terminal at Dunkirk.