The EU weans itself off Russian gas
The European Union has drastically cut its reliance on Russian gas, the future for which is bleak as the bloc enacts policies to cease gas imports from Russia altogether.
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Norwegian gas eyes greater market share in Germany
Norway has an opportunity to become the biggest supplier of gas to Germany before the end of the decade amid deteriorating relations between the European Union and Russia.
German gas demand hit by soaring prices
Biting energy inflation looms large for German consumers during the upcoming winter as the country’s gas supply crunch worsens.
EU’s LNG imports hit by the commodities price surge
LNG will further lose price competitiveness in the EU market, providing an opportunity for pipeline natural gas suppliers like Russia to bolster market share.
LNG deserted France when most needed
A lack of affordable spot LNG during the 2020-2021 winter has given France yet another reason to further diversify its energy portfolio away from natural gas.
Gas supply constraints loom in northwest Italy
The north-western part of Italy risks facing supply tightness during the 2020-2021 gas withdrawal season despite the country having near-full gas inventories.
Spain’s surging LNG demand despite coronavirus pandemic
Demand for LNG in Spain is on the rise even though the country’s total gas consumption has been hit by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Power and industrial sectors to support China’s coal consumption
Chinese coal demand is expected to remain strong in 2018, helped by the power sector and industries, despite government’s intentions to promote the use of gas.
Mild weather to limit Japan’s LNG requirements
Preliminary forecasts for above-average temperatures in Japan during Q1 2018 will dampen the country’s LNG consumption as gas stocks remain healthy.
Egypt expedites efforts to cease LNG imports
Egypt’s plan to stop importing LNG by the end of June 2018 will be a significant bearish factor for spot LNG prices.