Argent LNG gets FTA export permit, targets FID within two years
US developer Argent LNG is targeting a final investment decision (FID) within two years after securing Department of Energy approval to export nearly 1.3 trillion cubic feet per year (Tcf/y) of LNG from its proposed Port Fourchon terminal to countries with US free trade agreements.
Golden Pass LNG rushes to commission Train 2
Golden Pass LNG, the QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil joint venture, has received U.S. regulatory approval to begin preliminary commissioning activities on Train 2 – just two days after the company filed its request.
Viva Energy gets federal nod for Geelong FSRU in Victoria
Australian developer Viva Energy has received federal environmental approval for its proposed floating LNG import terminal at Geelong, deemed vital to offset declining domestic gas production in Victoria.
INPEX gets environmental nod for Abadi LNG project
INPEX Masala, the Indonesian subsidiary of Japan’s largest oil and gas producer, has received environmental approval for the Abadi LNG project, currently in the FEED stage. The project’s annual production will reach 9.5 million tons – equivalent of more than 10% of Japan’s annual LNG imports.
Commonwealth LNG all set to take FID in Q3-2025
Commonwealth LNG is progressing towards a final investment decision (FID) following final approval from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to export up to 1.21 Bcf/d of LNG to non-free trade agreement (FTA) countries. With all permits now in hand, Kimmeridge is gearing up for an FID in Q3-2025.
FERC approval for Commonwealth LNG paves way for $11bn project
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) final order for Commonwealth LNG is affirming the authorisation of its 9.5 mpta LNG export terminal to be built along Calcasieu Ship Channel near Cameron, Louisiana. With FERC’s final order in place the $11 billion project can now go ahead.
Calcasieu Pass 2 project launches FID process
Venture Global is headed towards taking a final investment decision (FID) for its Calcasieu Pass 2 project after receving a critical export authorization. The terminal’s initial phase has firm offtake agreements with ExxonMobil, Chevron, New Fortress Energy, JERA, China Gas, Inpex, SEFE and EnBW.
Unlikely extension of Taiwan’s last nuclear unit spurs pivot to LNG
Taiwan is one of the few markets in Asia where LNG demand is rising with a steady and substantial pace. Over 4.4 GW of new gas-fuelled power generation capacity is scheduled to start operations, underpinning LNG imports, while Taiwan’s law-making court is reviewing if the runtime of the final 951 MW unit at Maanshan nuclear power station can be extended.
