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Domestic Gas Supply To CGD Sector Stable Despite CNG Price Rise: Govt
New Delhi. The Government has said that domestic natural gas supplies to the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector have not seen a sharp reduction and have remained broadly stable, even as retail prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) have risen in several cities.
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In written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said that the total allocation of domestic natural gas to the CGD sector for CNG (transport) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG–domestic) segments has remained in the range of 17–18 million metric standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD) over the past four quarters.
Gas Allocation and CNG Pricing
The Minister explained that domestic gas continues to be allocated to the CNG and PNG segments on a priority basis.
Where domestic supply falls short of demand, CGD entities bridge the gap by sourcing market-priced regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG) or gas from high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) fields, which raises overall procurement costs and, in turn, retail CNG prices.
Retail selling prices of CNG are fixed by authorised CGD companies under the oversight of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), taking into account gas procurement costs, state taxes, transportation tariffs and other charges.
No Change in Excise Duty
On tax-related relief, the Minister clarified that CNG continues to attract central excise duty at 14 per cent, a rate that has remained unchanged since 2019.
No timeline was indicated for any reduction in excise duty to offset higher prices in major CNG markets.
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Consumers likely to get relief from CNG, PNG bills as PNGRB cuts gas transportation tariffs
As part of this change, the unified tariff for Zone 1 has been fixed at Rs 54. This is lower than the earlier rates of Rs 80 and Rs 107 that applied to many regions. Consumers across India may soon get some relief on their gas bills, as prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) are expected to come down from January 1, 2026, according to ANI News.
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The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has announced a revised and simplified tariff structure, which is likely to lower costs for users. In an exclusive interview, PNGRB Member A K Tiwari said the new system could help consumers save around Rs 2–3 per unit, depending on the state and local taxes.
Under the new framework, the regulator has reduced the number of tariff zones from three to two. Earlier, in 2023, gas transportation tariffs were split into three distance-based zones — Rs 42 for distances up to 200 kilometres, Rs 80 for 300–1,200 kilometres, and Rs 107 for distances beyond 1,200 kilometres.
“We have rationalised the tariff. Instead of three zones, there will be two zones, and the first zone will be applicable for CNG and domestic PNG customers on a pan-India basis,” Tiwari said.
As part of this change, the unified tariff for Zone 1 has been fixed at Rs 54. This is lower than the earlier rates of Rs 80 and Rs 107 that applied to many regions.
The revised tariff is expected to benefit consumers in 312 geographical areas served by 40 City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies across the country. “This will benefit consumers in the transport sector who use CNG and households that use PNG in their kitchens,” Tiwari said.
To ensure that consumers actually see the benefit, the PNGRB has made it mandatory for CGD companies to pass on the savings to end users. The regulator will monitor compliance closely. “Our role is to balance the interests of consumers as well as the operators in this business,” Tiwari added.
On the expansion of gas infrastructure, Tiwari said licences have already been issued to cover the entire country. These include public sector units, private companies and joint ventures.
The PNGRB is also working with state governments to support CGD companies. This coordination has helped several states reduce Value Added Tax (VAT) and simplify approval processes. “We are supporting them not just as a regulator but as a facilitator,” he said.
The government’s push to provide subsidised and rationalised gas for CNG and domestic PNG is expected to increase natural gas use across India. The CGD sector has been identified as the key driver for growth in the country’s natural gas consumption.
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Butibori units to get GAIL’s piped gas from today
Nagpur Dec 28, 2025: As GAIL’s Mumbai-Nagpur pipeline running along the Samruddhi Expressway gets operational, the gas will start reaching users’ doorsteps from Sunday. Haryana City Gas Distribution (HCG) Limited, which has bagged the contract for supply in the entire Nagpur district, plans to start with industries in Butibori from Sunday. This will be followed by the supply of piped natural gas (PNG) to the Cidco colony in Butibori.
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Union minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate Gail’s city gas station (CGS) and mother station on Sunday. Talking to TOI, HCG (Nagpur) president, Deepak Sawant, said that the immediate plan after that is to get the piped natural gas (PNG) connection for domestic cooking usage to the residents of CIDCO Colony. The company has bagged the contract for eight years. There are plans to extend the PNG connection from Cidco colony to Jamtha, Wanadongri, Hingna, Kapsi, Wadi, and Ambazari by the next financial year. This would amount to around 1 lakh connections using as much as 60,000 standard cubic meters (SCM) of gas.
The number of PNG connections offered to be established is one of the major criteria of the bidding process. The PNG network will extend beyond the city, covering large parts of the district, said Sawant.
For the industries, HCG has at present tied up for 80,000SCM supply, which is expected to be increased to 1 lakh SCM by March. The ultimate target is to reach 7 lakh SCM for the industries. The current supply for the auto CNG segment is around 35,000 SCM, which will be increased to 80,000 SCM in due course, he said.
As a distributor, HCG will be lifting the gas from Gail’s pipeline from the sectionalizing valve, taking it to the consumers’ doorsteps.
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THINK Gas Cuts Domestic PNG Prices in Nellore, Tirupati–Chittoor & Kadapa–Anantapur Clusters
THINK Gas has announced a reduction in domestic PNG prices across the Nellore, Tirupati–Chittoor, and Kadapa–Anantapur clusters, benefiting local consumers. Following the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board’s (PNGRB) revision of the Unified Tariff and the announcement of a special tariff for the DPNG and CNG sector, THINK Gas has announced a reduction in domestic PNG prices across Nellore, Tirupati–Chittoor, and the YSR Kadapa–Annamayya–Sri Satya Sai–Anantapur regions. The revised prices will be effective from January 1, 2026.
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Under the new pricing, domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) will now cost ₹47 per Standard Cubic Metre (SCM), reflecting a direct reduction of ₹4/SCM. The move brings immediate relief to households, making clean cooking more affordable and improving monthly savings.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Vinukumar Balakrishnan, Chief Marketing & Commercial Officer, THINK Gas, said that the Unified Tariff revision by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board has enabled the company to pass on cost benefits directly to consumers. He added that households can expect an overall improvement of nearly 5–6% in PNG pricing, while CNG users—particularly public and commercial transport operators—will benefit from better fuel economics and greater price stability.
THINK Gas also plans to roll out consumer awareness and outreach initiatives across the region to educate households and vehicle users about the revised tariff and the safe, efficient use of PNG and CNG.
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Natural Gas/ Pipelines/ Company News
India expands natural gas grid pipeline to over 25,000 Kms, working on another 10,459 Kms
The length of India’s operational natural gas pipelines reached 25,429 km as the country moves toward a fully connected national gas grid. This expansion is part of a larger plan to ensure energy security and provide cleaner fuel across all regions. According to the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas’ year-end press release, the government is currently working on another 10,459 km of pipelines. To make gas prices fair for everyone, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board started a system called “One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff.”
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This system makes transportation charges the same across 90 per cent of the pipelines, so people do not pay more just because they live far away.”Ensuring universal access to clean cooking fuel remained a flagship priority. Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, the number of beneficiaries reached about 10.35 crore as on 1 December 2025.” To clear pending applications and achieve saturation of LPG access, the Government approved the release of 25 lakh additional LPG connections during FY 2025-26.
“The eligibility process was simplified through the introduction of a single Deprivation Declaration, replacing the earlier multi-point self-declaration system, thereby making access faster and more inclusive,” the release said. Affordability of LPG was supported through a targeted subsidy of ₹300 per 14.2 kg cylinder for up to nine refills per year for PMUY beneficiaries. This intervention resulted in a steady rise in LPG consumption.
Average per capita consumption increased from about three refills in 2019-20 to 4.47 refills in FY 2024-25 and further to a pro-rated level of about 4.85 refills per annum during FY 2025-26, indicating sustained adoption of clean cooking fuel.The Ministry also focused on strengthening petroleum marketing infrastructure. Over 90,000 retail outlets were enabled with digital payment facilities, supported by more than 2.71 lakh POS terminals.
“Door-to-door delivery services were expanded through the commissioning of over 3,200 bowsers, improving accessibility in remote areas. Under Swachh Bharat Mission, toilet facilities were ensured at nearly all retail outlets, with a large number providing separate facilities for men and women,” the release said.
To keep consumers safe, the ministry conducted over 12.12 crore free safety checks. In the fuel sector, ethanol blending in petrol reached 19.24 per cent. The ministry also awarded 172 blocks for oil and gas exploration to increase domestic production.
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CNG pipeline project gathers momentum
With the project of laying a gas pipeline from Mumbai to Nagpur along the Samruddhi Expressway on the verge of completion, consumers in many localities are expected to receive an uninterrupted supply of compressed natural gas (CNG) directly to their homes.
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Consumers in many localities in the southern tip of the city like Chinchbhawan, Hingna and MIHAN will be getting piped CNG connection in the next three to four months. Deepak Sawant,
President of HCG Group, told The Hitavada that over 25,000 consumers will be connected by the pipeline. In the following months, the network will be gradually expanded till Sitabuldi and within a span of eight years, it will cover the entire city. Gas consumers in Sitabuldi and other nearby places are likely to get the connection by the end of 2026. While the Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) is laying gas pipeline from Mumbai to Nagpur along the 700-km Samruddhi Mahamarg, HCG Nagpur Private Limited, has been developing a network for CNG distribution within the city.
https://www.thehitavada.com/Encyc/2025/12/28/cng-pipeline-project-gathers-momentum-.html
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Tripura–Mizoram gas pipeline set for 2027 completion, Aizawl to get piped supply
The Tripura–Mizoram gas pipeline will be completed by 2027, supplying natural gas to Aizawl This project aims to boost energy access and economic growth in Mizoram. Mizoram is set to receive piped natural gas for the first time as the Tripura–Mizoram gas pipeline project moves ahead, with completion targeted for 2027, officials said on December 15.
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More than 20 per cent of the 119.5-kilometre pipeline has already been laid, marking steady progress on a project expected to significantly improve energy access in the state, particularly in Aizawl.
A delegation from Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL), the company implementing the project, met Chief Minister Lalduhoma in Aizawl to brief him on the status of the work and outline the key challenges being faced during execution. The Chief Minister reviewed the progress and discussed issues related to terrain, logistics and coordination.
According to IGGL officials, the pipeline will originate at the Panisagar Receiving Terminal in Tripura and pass through Kanhmun, Zawlnuam, Kawrthah, Tuidam and Darlak before reaching near Mamit in Mizoram. From there, it will continue through Lengte and terminate at the proposed Sihhmui Receiving Terminal, located around 21 kilometres from Aizawl.
Domestic gas connections within Aizawl city will be provided by Tripura Natural Gas Corporation Limited once the pipeline becomes operational, the officials said.
The project is part of the North East Natural Gas Pipeline Grid, aimed at expanding clean energy infrastructure across the region. The Panisagar–Sihhmui stretch falls under the second phase of the grid, which involves laying a total of 723 kilometres of pipeline from Guwahati to Aizawl via Agartala.
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JERA signs long-term LNG supply agreement with India’s Torrent Power
JERA Co., Inc. has announced the signing of its first long-term LNG Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) to supply LNG outside Japan, with Torrent Power Ltd, one of India’s leading integrated power utility companies. Under the agreement, JERA will supply four LNG cargoes per year, approximately 270 000 tpy, on a Delivered Ex-Ship (DES) basis from its extensive LNG portfolio. This supply is scheduled for a period of 10 years, commencing in 2027.
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The LNG procured under this agreement will be strategically utilised by Torrent Power, including to operate its 2730 MW portfolio of combined cycle gas-based power plants in India, to meet the country’s rising power demand, support peak demand periods, and balance renewables generation. It will also support the growing LNG requirement of the Torrent Group’s City Gas Distribution (CGD) arm – Torrent Gas Ltd.’s (TGL), to ensure reliable supply of gas for households, commercial and industrial consumers and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles.
The partnership strategically leverages the complementary seasonal demand patterns of Japan and India. By supplying to Torrent Power during India’s high demand windows, JERA can optimise utilisation of its global fleet during Japan’s lower-demand months, enhancing overall supply stability across both markets.
Ryosuke Tsugaru, Chief Low Carbon Fuel Officer at JERA, said: “Aligned with JERA’s Growth Strategy, this agreement marks an important step in diversifying our procurement and sales portfolio while contributing to the region’s growing energy needs. Expanding into high-growth markets such as India allows us to broaden our LNG capabilities in ways that complement regional demand patterns and enhance our ability to respond to different demand cycles, enabling us to continue delivering stable energy across Japan and Asia.”
Looking ahead, JERA will continue to build a robust LNG portfolio across the Middle East, Asia, and the US to strengthen resilience against market volatility. Leveraging JERA Global Market’s trading and optimisation capabilities, the company aims to enhance cost competitiveness and expand its LNG sales footprint into the Asian markets.
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Chhattisgarh Govt, GAIL sign MoU to develop gas-based fertiliser project
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], December 23 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh government and GAIL (India) Limited joined hands for the development of a greenfield gas-based fertiliser project in the state. A non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for this was signed in the presence of the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Vishnu Deo Sai. The MoU was signed by Rajat Kumar, Secretary (Commerce & Industries), Government of Chhattisgarh and Rajeev Kumar Singhal, Director (Business Development), GAIL (India) Limited.
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As per the MOU, GAIL will undertake detailed techno-economic studies to set up a urea manufacturing plant of 12.7 Lacs Metric Ton (LMT), to be strategically located along GAIL’s Mumbai-Nagpur-Jharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline (MNJPL) corridor.
Based on the techno-economic evaluation, an investment decision will be taken for setting up the fertiliser project by GAIL.
The Government of Chhattisgarh will provide facilitation across all stages of the project, including support for feasibility studies, identification and allocation of suitable land parcels, coordination with State and Central authorities, facilitation for statutory approvals and enabling infrastructure necessary for project implementation. (ANI)
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THINK Gas Swiftly Restores City Gas Supply After Pipeline Damage
A city gas pipeline laid by THINK Gas (formerly AG&P Pratham) was damaged during excavation work carried out by a JCB operator for drainage purposes at RK Nagar, Kadapa. The THINK Gas emergency response team acted promptly by isolating the affected section and restoring the gas supply within a short time, ensuring public safety and minimizing inconvenience to residents. THINK Gas has established a robust pipeline infrastructure in Kadapa district to supply Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for households and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for transport users. Despite the presence of visible route markers, cautionary signage, and emergency contact boards along the pipeline route, the contractor involved in the excavation failed to notify THINK Gas before starting work and did not submit any post-incident report.
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As per government regulations, any third-party planning to carry out excavation work must inform the City Municipal authorities or the City Gas Distribution company through the ‘Dial Before You Dig’ contact number. The incident occurred without prior intimation to the company, prompting THINK Gas to file an official complaint against the party responsible. As per the current legal provisions under IPC Sections 285 and 336, such unauthorized damage constitutes an offense punishable by imprisonment of up to 3 years and a fine of up to ₹25 crores.
THINK Gas urges all contractors, agencies, and individuals to comply with this safety requirement. The toll-free number to contact THINK Gas before any digging activity is 1800 2022 999.
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ONGC Green And IIM Nagpur Partner To Boost India’s Renewable Energy Initiatives
In a significant step toward strengthening India’s renewable energy sector, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur and ONGC Green Limited have formalized a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on December 20, 2025. This collaboration aims to advance research, policy development, and capacity building in the field of green and future energy, combining academic expertise with industrial experience to support India’s clean energy goals.
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The MoU was signed by Prof. Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, and Harsh Nupur Joshi, Chief Operating Officer of ONGC Green Limited. The signing ceremony saw the presence of senior leadership from both organizations, including Prof. Alok Kumar Singh, Dean of Executive Education Programmes, and Prof. Nikunj Kumar Jain, Chairperson of the Executive MBA in Energy Management at IIM Nagpur. ONGC Green was represented by Deepak Kumar, General Manager (Electrical).
The collaboration is designed to support India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. Key areas of focus will include energy storage, biofuels, and green hydrogen, which is widely considered a transformative technology for the country’s energy independence. Prof. Metri highlighted that India’s sustainable energy initiatives are being observed closely on the global stage, and this partnership will combine IIM Nagpur’s policy insights and leadership training with ONGC Green’s operational expertise to strengthen the country’s energy ecosystem.The MoU outlines joint efforts in developing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, integrating renewable energy into existing power systems, and establishing carbon and green credit markets. In addition, the collaboration will support e-mobility policies and leadership development programs aimed at nurturing talent for the green energy sector.
The outcomes of this partnership are expected to benefit the general public by promoting cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy solutions. It will also create employment opportunities in the green energy sector and contribute to healthier living conditions by reducing carbon emissions.
ONGC Green, the renewable energy arm of the Oil & Natural Gas Corporation, is targeting 10 GW of green energy capacity by 2030 through a mix of solar, wind, energy storage, biofuels, and green hydrogen projects. The support of IIM Nagpur in research, policy development, and capacity building is expected to play a crucial role in achieving these targets, furthering India’s mission toward a sustainable and inclusive energy future.
This partnership marks a significant alignment of academic and industrial efforts, reinforcing India’s commitment to clean energy and sustainable development.
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ArcelorMittal to Invest $900 Mn in Three Green Energy Projects in India
Global steel major ArcelorMittal has announced an investment of Rs 81.45 crore to develop three green energy projects in India, reinforcing its commitment to clean energy transition and long-term sustainability in the country. The proposed projects are part of ArcelorMittal’s broader strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio and align its operations with global decarbonisation goals. Through these investments, the company aims to generate clean power, reduce its carbon footprint, and support the growing demand for renewable energy solutions across its Indian operations.
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ArcelorMittal said the projects will contribute significantly to India’s renewable energy capacity while strengthening the company’s footprint in one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy markets. The initiative reflects the company’s focus on integrating green energy into its value chain and supporting the shift towards lower-emission industrial processes.
Green energy investments form a key pillar of ArcelorMittal’s global environmental strategy, which is centred on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and increasing the use of renewable power across its operations worldwide. The India-focused projects are expected to play a meaningful role in advancing these objectives while supporting the country’s ambitious renewable energy targets.
The announcement also highlights rising interest among global corporations in India’s renewable energy sector, driven by strong policy support, increasing power demand, and the country’s long-term commitment to clean energy development. India has emerged as an attractive destination for large-scale renewable investments, offering both scale and growth opportunities for international players.According to the company, the three projects will contribute to building a stronger renewable energy value chain in India and create additional momentum for clean energy adoption. Overall, the investment underlines India’s growing appeal as a global hub for renewable energy and underscores ArcelorMittal’s confidence in the country’s sustainability-driven growth trajectory.
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Policy Matters/ Gas Pricing/ Others
PNGRB Rolls out unified natural gas tariff from January 2026
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has notified a new unified tariff structure for natural gas transportation, marking a major consumer-focused reform aimed at boosting the adoption of cleaner fuels across India. The revised framework will come into effect from January 1, 2026, and is expected to significantly lower transportation costs for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) consumers.
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Under the new regime, PNGRB has rationalised the existing tariff structure by reducing the number of tariff zones from three to two-up to 300 km and beyond 300 km. In a key move to promote cleaner fuel usage, the regulator has also mandated that CNG and Domestic PNG consumers across the country will be charged the tariff applicable for distances up to 300 km, irrespective of the actual distance from the gas source.
“This reform advances the objective of ‘One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff’, reduces regional disparities in transportation costs, and aligns natural gas pricing with the transportation cost policy of competitive fuels such as LPG and Motor Spirit. PNGRB has notified transportation tariffs of Rs 54.00/MMBTU (up to 300 km) and Rs 102.86/MMBTU (beyond 300 km) effective 1 January 2026,” Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board, regulator, said in a statement.
As a result, CNG and Domestic PNG consumers located beyond 300 km will see nearly a 50% reduction in transportation charges, as they will be billed at the Zone-1 tariff of Rs 54.00/MMBTU. The revised tariff structure is expected to reduce transportation costs for the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector by approximately Rs 1,000 crore annually.
This cost rationalisation is likely to translate into lower delivered prices, with CNG becoming cheaper by Rs 1.25-2.50 per kg and Domestic PNG by Rs 0.90-1.80 per SCM. The move aligns with the Government of India’s broader vision to increase the share of natural gas in the national energy mix, enhance energy security, and accelerate the transition towards cleaner and more sustainable fuels.
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New Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules 2025 to Boost Domestic Hydrocarbon Production: Union Minister Hardeep Puri
Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has asserted that recently notified Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules 2025 will introduce a paradigm shift in India’s quest to strengthen and boost domestic production of hydrocarbons.
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Sharing a news article in a social media post, the Minister said, the new rules provide a momentum towards achieving India’s energy security. He said, the new rules remove all ambiguity around what counts as the value of the lease. He said, the new rules put a time limit on approvals. Any application for a petroleum lease now has to be decided within 180 days. Mr Puri said that instead of forcing companies to juggle multiple licences at different stages, a single petroleum lease now covers exploration, development, production, and even related activities like renewable energy projects.
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PNGRB unveils comprehensive consumer protection framework for oil and gas sector
New Delhi: The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has released draft Consumer Protection Regulations 2025, introducing sweeping reforms to safeguard consumer interests across India’s oil and gas sector. In an exclusive interview, AK Tiwari, Member, PNGRB, announced that the regulations will be implemented within two to three months following a 30 to 45 days of public consultation process.
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“The consultation process will take around 45 days or so. After that, I think two to three months we are going to have the regulation in place,” Tiwari said emphasizing that PNGBB is taking an “aggressive step” to protect consumer interests in a sector serving a vast consumer base.
The regulations will impact over 32 crore LPG consumers, 1.5 crore PNG connections, 70,000 Industrial/commercial consumers, 8,000 CNG stations, and more than 85,000 retail outlets for petrol and diesel across India.
Tiwari acknowledged that while companies are currently taking care of consumers, there has been no unified regulatory framework.
“There is no one regulation. So we have launched the public consultation document, wherein we are taking care of the rights of the consumers–what are their rights, what are their obligations, and what are the obligations of the companies,” he explained.
The comprehensive framework establishes fundamental rights for consumers while creating a standardized four-tier grievance redressal mechanism applicable to all City Gas Distribution entities, oil marketing companies, LPG distributors, and retail outlets.
Under the new regulations, consumers will gain explicit rights including access to quality products, timely service delivery, transparent pricing, and swift complaint resolution.
The framework mandates strict turnaround times for complaint resolution–24 hours for emergency issues like gas leakage, seven working days for service complaints, and 15 working days for routine matters.
The 17-chapter regulation covers complaint mechanisms, grievance redressal systems, appellate authorities, compensation frameworks, feedback mechanisms, transparency requirements, consumer awareness and education.
“This is going to give immense comfort to the consumer because their interest is going to be protected. Companies will work in a transparent way, and their services will be improved, besides the safety, which is also prime in this sector,” Tiwari said. (ANI)
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CGD transportation cost set to come down by ₹1,000 crore annually
PNGRB has cut tariff zones to two and will apply the lower Zone-1 rate for CNG and domestic PNG nationwide, reducing delivered CNG prices by Rs 1.25-2.50 per kg and PNG by Rs 0.90-1.80 per SCM The transportation cost of the city gas distribution (CGD) sector is expected to reduce by approximately ₹1,000 crore annually following rationalisation of gas pipeline tariff structure by India’s gas regulator.
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In a consumer-centric reform, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) reduced the number of tariff zones from three to two in order to promote the use of natural gas. The two tariff zones would be up to 300 km and beyond 300 km.
The announced reforms would lead to a reduction in delivered prices for consumers of compressed natural gas (CNG) by ₹1.25-2.50 per kg and domestic piped natural gas (PNG) by ₹0.90- 1.80 per standard cubic metre (scm).
The PNGRB notified that the transportation tariffs would be ₹54 per million British thermal unit (mbtu) for up to 300 km, and ₹102.86 per mbtu beyond 300 km, effective January 1, 2026.
To further facilitate the use of CNG and domestic PNG, the regulator said that the tariff applicable for up to 300 km would be charged for the CNG and domestic PNG sector across the country, irrespective of distance.
CNG and PNG consumers nationwide would be charged the Zone-1 tariff of ₹54 per mbtu, resulting in nearly 50 per cent lower transportation charges for those located beyond 300 km.
“This reform advances the objective of ‘One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff’, reduces regional disparities in transportation costs, and aligns natural gas pricing with the transportation cost policy of competitive fuels such as LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) and Motor Spirit,” the regulator said in a press release.
Shares of CGD companies, including Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) and Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL), were trading in green on Wednesday. IGL shares on the BSE closed 4.68 per cent higher at ₹192 while MGL rose 0.64 per cent at the end of trade.
IGL Managing Director (MD) Kamal Kishore Chatiwal had told Business Standard in October that the company would pass on the benefits of tariff regulations, as they are implemented. Consumers might expect some relief in domestic PNG prices, Chatiwal had said.
The reforms in the unified tariff structure come as the Indian government aims to increase the share of natural gas to 15 per cent in the total energy mix by 2030, from the current 6 per cent.
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Gujarat unveils renewable energy and green hydrogen policies for 2025
Gujarat has announced the Integrated Renewable Energy Policy 2025 and the Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 to accelerate its clean energy transition. The renewable policy targets over 100 gigawatts of capacity by 2030, with a strong focus on grid stability, battery storage and advanced technologies. The green hydrogen policy aims for production of up to 3 million metric tonnes annually by 2035, backed by large-scale renewable capacity and electrolysers. Together, the policies are expected to attract investments of around INR 5 lakh crore and generate significant employment.
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The Gujarat government has introduced two new policies aimed at accelerating the state’s shift towards clean and sustainable energy while strengthening its position in India’s renewable energy landscape. The Integrated Renewable Energy Policy 2025 and the Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 are intended to expand capacity, attract investments and address climate-related challenges through long-term planning.
The policies were unveiled in Gandhinagar during a state-level event led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The move aligns with India’s Nationally Determined Contributions and the Viksit Gujarat@2047 vision, which focuses on economic growth alongside environmental responsibility. Gujarat has been among the early movers in renewable energy, with large-scale solar and wind installations over the past decade forming the base for this next phase.
Under the renewable energy policy, the state has set an ambitious target of crossing 100 gigawatts of installed renewable capacity by 2030. This is expected to significantly contribute to India’s national goal of achieving 500 gigawatts of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity within the same timeframe. The policy focuses on improving grid stability and encouraging innovation to make renewable power more reliable and scalable.
A central feature of the policy is the promotion of Battery Energy Storage Systems to support large-scale integration of renewable energy. Both grid-connected and co-located BESS projects linked with solar, wind and hybrid installations have been encouraged. Strategic locations for such storage systems will be identified by the Gujarat Energy Development Agency in coordination with GETCO, the State Load Despatch Centre and distribution companies to ensure smoother power evacuation and grid management.
To address long-standing execution challenges, the policy offers relaxations in commissioning timelines for renewable projects, particularly those set up for captive consumption and third-party sales. Timelines for evacuation infrastructure have been rationalised based on voltage levels rather than project capacity, and additional time has been allowed for commissioning of projects and transmission lines to reduce implementation delays.
The policy also supports wind repowering and refurbishment in line with the National Repowering Policy. Existing wind turbine generators can now be upgraded without mandatory dismantling, and the allowed timeline for repowering has been extended up to 24 months. On-demand renewable energy connectivity will be enabled through the Akshay Urja Setu portal, while new transmission schemes will be developed in renewable-rich zones.
In an effort to diversify the clean energy mix, the policy promotes advanced and emerging technologies such as ocean and geothermal energy, concentrated solar thermal, building-integrated photovoltaics, rail and road-integrated photovoltaics, agrivoltaics and vertical-axis wind turbines. These technologies will be supported through pilot projects. The framework also encourages private participation, start-ups, employment generation and skill development across the green energy value chain.
Alongside renewable power, the Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 lays out a roadmap to position the state as a major green hydrogen hub over the next decade. The policy targets green hydrogen production of up to 3 million metric tonnes per annum by 2035, supported by the development of nearly 75 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity and 30 gigawatts of electrolyser capacity.
The state government estimates that the green hydrogen policy could attract investments of around INR 5 lakh crore in the coming years and generate employment for nearly six lakh people, both directly and indirectly. The policy provides a structured framework covering production, storage, transportation and end-use of green hydrogen and its derivatives, including green ammonia and green methanol.
To ease project development, a single-window facilitation mechanism has been proposed for faster approvals and clearances. Green hydrogen projects will be prioritised in state-owned industrial estates, with support for essential infrastructure such as power connectivity and water supply. The policy also offers a 20 per cent capital subsidy for electrolysis-based projects, BESS installations and oxygen bottling plants, with similar incentives for biomass-based green hydrogen units.
To encourage adoption, the state will extend a 30 per cent capital subsidy to 20 green hydrogen refuelling stations. MSMEs adopting green hydrogen for energy use will be eligible for a subsidy of INR 50 per kg, aimed at lowering the cost barrier and expanding industrial usage.
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LNG Use / LNG Development and Shipping
AVG Logistics signs LNG transport pact with Baidyanath LNG
AVG Logistics has signed an MoU with Baidyanath LNG to deploy LNG-powered fleets and refuelling infrastructure, aiming to cut fuel costs and promote cleaner transportation across key industrial sectors. AVG Logistics Limited said it has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Baidyanath LNG Private Limited, a company engaged in developing liquefied natural gas infrastructure.
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As per an exchange filing, the partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of LNG-powered transportation across major industrial sectors, including steel and metals, fast-moving consumer goods, cement and other high-volume logistics segments.
Under the MoU, Baidyanath LNG will provide dedicated LNG-powered fleets and access to LNG filling stations, while working with AVG to develop customised LNG solutions for the transportation sector. AVG Logistics, in turn, will promote LNG as an alternative fuel by offering LNG-powered logistics solutions to its existing and prospective customers.
Commenting on the development, Sanjay Gupta, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AVG Logistics, said the collaboration aligns with the company’s focus on sustainable and profitable growth. He added that integrating LNG-powered fleets is expected to improve operating efficiency, optimise fuel costs and support margin expansion over the medium to long term.
Vaddadi Subbarao, Director of Baidyanath LNG, said the agreement would support the company’s plans to expand LNG refuelling infrastructure across India and enable uninterrupted LNG supply along key trucking routes, aiding the shift towards cleaner heavy-duty transportation.
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Electric Mobility/ Hydrogen/Bio-Methane
Andhra Pradesh State pushes green hydrogen, clean energy Created
CS informs collectors’ conference that the state is accelerating adoption of green hydrogen and clean energy, transitioning from fossil fuels to renewables like solar, wind, and pumped hydro to cut costs and aim for net-zero emissions. Major projects under PM-KUSUM include 1,162.8 MW for feeder solarisation benefiting nearly 3 lakh agricultural pumps, plus rooftop solar allocations of over 1,198 MW for 20.5 lakh SC/ST households and ongoing procurement for 27.59 lakh BC consumers
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Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh is moving at a rapid pace towards green hydrogen and clean energy adoption, with a clear focus on reducing fuel and electricity costs through large-scale renewable energy projects, chief secretary K Vijayanand said while addressing a meeting of district collectors on Thursday.
The chief secretary said the state government was pursuing cost optimisation in fuel and energy by gradually transitioning away from fossil fuels such as diesel and petrol. He noted that the completion of several ongoing energy projects would enable the supply of multiple fuel and energy options to consumers at more affordable prices. Referring to the PM-KUSUM scheme, Vijayanand said fuel and power prices were expected to ease once the projects under implementation reached completion. He said the State’s broader objective was to move decisively towards green energy by leveraging all available power sources, including solar, wind and pumped hydro, while progressing towards net-zero emissions. The strategy also aims to ensure affordable and reliable power supply to farmers, industries and households, and achieve local-level energy self-sufficiency through smart grids, microgrids and rooftop solar programmes. Under PM-KUSUM, works have been allocated for a capacity of 1,162.80 MW, covering 2,93,587 agricultural pumps to provide farmers with nine hours of free daytime electricity through feeder solarisation. In addition, rooftop solar works of 1,198.21 MWp have been allocated for 20.5 lakh SC and ST consumers, with an average system size of about 2 kW. The procurement process has also been initiated for 27.59 lakh BC consumers with similar rooftop systems. The chief secretary said rooftop solar installations were also being planned for government buildings such as schools, colleges, hospitals and offices, with an estimated potential capacity of around 150 MW. He further informed that a 1.5 GW / 3 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), connected to the intra-state transmission system, had been established under viability gap funding.
Vijayanand said these initiatives were projected to yield electricity purchase cost savings ranging from Rs 957 crore to Rs 2,368 crore over the next three years, potentially translating into tariff reductions of about Rs 4,635 crore over three financial years at 2026 price levels. The average power purchase cost is expected to decline from Rs 4.80 per unit in 2026 to Rs 3.99 per unit by 2029.
He urged district collectors to closely review and monitor rooftop solar installations, expedite land allocation for PM-KUSUM feeder-level solarisation projects, and ensure timely execution of Battery Energy Storage Systems.
https://www.thehansindia.com/andhra-pradesh/state-pushes-green-hydrogen-clean-energy-1032146
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India targets 5 million tonne green hydrogen by 2030
To make green hydrogen more competitive, the government has introduced further support measures. India is setting an ambitious clean energy goal: producing five million tonnes of green hydrogen each year by 2030. Can this push place the country at the centre of the global energy transition? A statement made in Parliament highlights how policy support and incentives are shaping this fast-growing sector.
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Mission to build a global hub
India’s green hydrogen production capacity is expected to reach five million tonnes per annum by 2030, according to a statement made in Parliament. The National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) aims to position India as a global hub for the production, use, and export of green hydrogen.
Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy, said the mission focuses on building a strong domestic ecosystem while supporting long-term clean energy goals. Green hydrogen is seen as a key solution for cutting emissions in hard-to-decarbonise sectors such as industry, transport, and power.
Boost for manufacturing and production
Under the mission, the government is offering incentives to scale up electrolyser manufacturing. So far, 15 companies have been awarded a combined manufacturing capacity of 3,000 MW per year, backed by incentives worth Rs 4,440 crore.
In addition, 18 companies have been allocated a total green hydrogen production capacity of 8,62,000 tonnes. These allocations are expected to help lower costs, improve technology adoption, and speed up commercial-scale production across the country.
Lower costs to drive adoption
To make green hydrogen more competitive, the government has introduced further support measures. These include exemptions from interstate transmission charges for projects commissioned by 31 December 2030.
“This initiative will reduce the cost of green hydrogen, making India a leader in the global energy transition,” Minister Naik added.
https://www.manufacturingtodayindia.com/green-hydrogen-by-2030
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IIT-Kanpur, IIT-BHU to anchor UP’s green hydrogen research
Both institutes to get a centre of excellence each that will focus on applied, experimental research in green hydrogen production, storage, transportation and utilisation. The Uttar Pradesh government has approved establishment of two Centres of Excellence (CoE) for green hydrogen, selecting university-led consortia in Kanpur and Varanasi–Gorakhpur under the UP Green Hydrogen Policy–2024, officials said.
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The decision, based on the recommendations of a high-level expert committee, was cleared by energy minister AK Sharma through an order issued two weeks ago.
Under the approval, the first CoE will be jointly set up by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur and Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur, while the second will be established by IIT-BHU, Varanasi, in partnership with Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT), Gorakhpur.
Both centres will function as joint facilities, operating from the campuses of the partner institutions with shared academic leadership, research infrastructure and equipment.
As per the approved framework, the lead institutions will bear at least 50% of the cost of research infrastructure and equipment. The facilities will be accessible to both partner universities, and joint supervision of projects —including PhD research—will be permitted, allowing faculty from one institution to act as co-guides or co-investigators in the other.The centres will focus on applied and experimental research in green hydrogen production, storage, transportation and utilisation, besides supporting industrial applications and providing technical and policy advisory inputs to the state government.
The policy framework makes it clear that no additional state funding will be provided for creating new infrastructure beyond the approved provisions. The centres will also have to comply with Clause 6.6 of the Green Hydrogen Policy–2024, which mandates at least 25% reservation for women in project-related opportunities.
Officials said the CoE would serve as nodal technical bodies for Uttar Pradesh, supporting state departments, industries, startups and academic institutions and assisting in the implementation of green hydrogen projects.
The centres are also expected to play a key role in achieving the state’s target of ensuring that at least 50% of green hydrogen produced in Uttar Pradesh is consumed within the state, apart from supporting pilot and demonstration projects, including proposals for green hydrogen–based transport corridors.
“The government sees the move as a strategic step towards positioning Uttar Pradesh as a major hub for green hydrogen research, manufacturing and deployment, in keeping with the broader clean energy transition,” a senior energy department official said.
UP’s ambitious Green Hydrogen Policy 2024 targets the production of 1 million metric tons annually with capital subsidies, land incentives and tax benefits. Uttar Pradesh has already signed an MoU with Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture that will extend support in production, supply, and technological development of green hydrogen in the state. Over a half a dozen private companies signed MoUs in the last investors’ summit to set up green hydrogen production plants in the state.
Green hydrogen is called so because the entire process to produce it is powered by renewable energy. It is used for purposes like industry, petroleum refinery, manufacturing of ammonia and heavy duty mobility etc.
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Tata Power-DDL launches ‘Solar Ambassador’ programme in Delhi
As part of the initiative, the power utility has appointed 20 trained officials as ‘Solar Ambassadors,’ who will engage with households, spread awareness about rooftop solar solutions. In a bid to boost household adoption of rooftop solar power under the Centre’s PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a community-focused ‘Solar Ambassador’ programme was launched by Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited here on Tuesday.
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As part of the initiative, the power utility has appointed 20 trained officials as ‘Solar Ambassadors,’ who will engage with households, spread awareness about rooftop solar solutions and help consumers understand the benefits of shifting to clean energy, an official statement said.
The initiative was launched on National Youth Day at the TPSDI-CENPEID Green Energy Skill Centre in Rohini in the presence of Special Secretary (Power) Ravi Dadhich and senior Tata Power-DDL officials, it further added.
Introducing the programme, a Tata Power-DDL spokesperson said empowering young professionals with green energy skills was important for accelerating India’s clean energy transition.
“Empowering young professionals with future-ready green energy skills is essential for driving India’s clean energy transition,” he added.
Addressing the gathering, Dadhich said the success of India’s clean energy transition depends on effective grassroots implementation.
“India’s clean energy transition depends significantly on how effectively we empower the next generation. Through the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the Government of India aims to create one crore solar-powered households across the country,” he added.
All Solar Ambassadors have undergone specialised training in rooftop solar technologies at the TPSDI-CENPEID Green Energy Skill Centre and will work as a link between government policies and consumers, the statement said.
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NTPC Green Energy commissions 243.66 MW of Khavda-I solar project in Gujarat
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), is executing the project under the CPSU Scheme Phase-II, Tranche-III. NTPC Green Energy on Tuesday said it has commenced commercial operations of a part of the capacity of its Khavda-I Solar PV Project in Gujarat.
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A capacity of 243.66 MW out of the total planned 1,255 MW project has been declared commercially operational with effect from midnight of December 17, 2025, according to a regulatory disclosure.
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), is executing the project under the CPSU Scheme Phase-II, Tranche-III. The declaration of commercial operation marks a key step in scaling up one of India’s largest solar parks located in the Khavda region of Gujarat.With this capacity addition, the total installed and commercial power generation capacity of NTPC Limited has increased to 85,503 MW, and the NGEL Group’s capacity has increased to 7,889.335 MW.
This development strengthens NTPC’s renewable energy portfolio and aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to expand its clean energy presence, supporting India’s broader transition toward low-carbon power generation.
The Khavda solar project forms part of NTPC’s push to accelerate utility-scale renewable installations and support national targets for non-fossil fuel capacity addition.
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IGL and Hindustan Waste Treatment Announce 50:50 Joint Venture for Biofuels
Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) partners with Hindustan Waste Treatment (HWT) to set up Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants, supporting India’s green energy mission. NEW DELHI :– Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), India’s leading City Gas Distribution company, has officially entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Hindustan Waste Treatment Private Limited (HWT).
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The partnership aims to establish Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants and biofuel projects, marking a significant step toward sustainable energy and waste-to-wealth initiatives.
Joint Venture Highlights
Partnership Structure: The JV is a 50:50 equity participation model between IGL and HWT.
Purpose: To construct and operate Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and other biofuel projects.
Governance: The Board of the new JV company will initially consist of four directors, with each partner nominating two representatives.
Compliance: IGL confirmed that this is not a related party transaction and is conducted at arm’s length.
Strategic Rationale: Waste-to-Energy
The collaboration aligns with the Government of India’s SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) initiative. By converting organic and municipal waste into Compressed Bio-Gas, IGL looks to diversify its energy portfolio beyond fossil-based Natural Gas.
Key Benefits of the Project:
Sustainability: Reduces methane emissions from landfills by processing organic waste.
Energy Security: Provides an indigenous source of green fuel, reducing reliance on imported LNG.
Circular Economy: Promotes a “Waste-to-Wealth” model by creating value from urban and agricultural waste.
About the Partners
Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL): A joint venture of GAIL, BPCL, and the Govt. of NCT of Delhi, IGL is the primary supplier of CNG and PNG in the Delhi-NCR and surrounding regions.e-Magazine Access
Hindustan Waste Treatment Pvt Ltd (HWT): An entity specializing in environmental engineering and waste management solutions, providing the technical expertise required to process various waste streams into fuel.
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Shri Manohar Lal Inaugurates Commercial Operation of the first Unit of Country’s Largest Hydropower Project
Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power, Housing & Urban Affairs, inaugurated today the commercial operation of Unit–2 (250 MW) of the 2000 MW (8×250 MW) Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project through virtual mode. He stated that the commissioning of this unit is “not just a technical achievement, but a testament to years of hard work, dedication, and teamwork.” He further emphasized that the Subansiri Project stands as a symbol of India’s commitment to clean and sustainable energy, supporting North-East India’s growth, strengthening the national grid and advancing India’s ambitious Net Zero goals.
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The event was also attended by Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, and other officers of the Ministry of Power and NHPC.
Shri Pankaj Agarwal lauded NHPC’s achievement, highlighting that the Subansiri Lower Project will greatly improve energy supply in the North-East and serve as a testament to India’s commitment to state-of-the-art, sustainable power systems. He emphasized timely commissioning of the remaining units, noting that the Subansiri Project will continue to play a pivotal role in India’s transition to a Net Zero energy future while generating substantial socio-economic benefits for local communities.
Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Power, the Governments of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, former NHPC leadership, the entire Subansiri Project team, all key stakeholders and partners for their dedicated support in making this milestone achievement possible. He further stated that the project will strengthen the national grid, support sustainable development in the North-East and provide reliable renewable energy to meet growing demand.
With the commissioning of Unit # 2, the Project is moving swiftly towards commissioning of 3 Units of 250 MW each shortly, followed by phased commissioning of the remaining four units during 2026-27. Upon full commissioning, the 2000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project will make a significant contribution to India’s renewable energy capacity, enhance national grid resilience and usher in a new era in massive clean energy contribution.
As India’s largest hydropower project, the Subansiri Lower Project comprises 8 units of 250 MW each and is designed as a Run-of-the-River scheme with small pondage, diverting water through eight Head Race Tunnels (HRTs) to generate 7,422 million units (MU) of renewable electricity annually contributing significantly to India’s green energy future. The project features the largest dam in North-East India, a 116-metre-high concrete gravity dam, which not only strengthens regional infrastructure and grid resilience but also enhances flood moderation and water management in the Subansiri River basin.
The Subansiri Lower H.E. Project exemplifies engineering excellence, featuring India’s heaviest hydro generator rotors, largest stators and biggest main inlet valves, along with innovations such as the nation’s largest aggregate processing plants, highest-capacity batching plant and first-ever use of Rotec’s Tower Belt for dam concreting in India. As the first cascaded dam on the Subansiri River, it provides flood moderation with a 442 million cubic metre flood cushion. With a gross reservoir storage of 1,365 million cubic metres at FRL, about one-third remains empty during floods to absorb excess water and protect downstream communities.
NHPC has implemented extensive riverbank protection and erosion control measures along the Subansiri River, completing works up to 30 km downstream and extending them up to 60 km. with an investment of about ₹522 crore. This has effectively stabilized the riverbanks for over five years. In addition, NHPC is supporting downstream community development through livelihood programs in piggery, sericulture and handloom, developed with IRMA. These initiatives, now in production, benefit around 5,000 women farmers and promote sustainable socio-economic development in the region.
Apart from supplying electricity to 16 beneficiary states across India, the Subansiri Lower H.E. Project will provide free power allocations to Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, while the North-East region will receive 1,000 MW from the project, significantly strengthening regional energy availability.
The project has generated strong socio-economic benefits for the region by engaging around 7,000 local people daily during its construction phase and creating numerous direct and indirect jobs through contractors, service providers and local markets. With the commissioning of the project and the availability of continuous power, new small-scale industries are expected to emerge, further expanding employment and business opportunities while helping reduce outmigration. Additionally, the project is expected to boost tourism and enhance river navigation, contributing to long-term regional development and prosperity.
NHPC has invested around ₹155 crore in CSR initiatives across Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Key works include constructing 3,129 toilets under Swachh Vidyalaya Abhiyaan, establishing a Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya in Dollungmukh serving 250 students, providing safe drinking water facilities at 1,841 locations and RO water with sanitation at 9 locations and executing multiple rural development projects such as community halls, meeting halls, causeways and water supply schemes in nearby areas.
Over the last five decades, NHPC has successfully executed hydropower projects in some of the most challenging terrains and has diversified into solar, wind, and green hydrogen, reinforcing its position as a 100% Green Energy Company. With an installed capacity of 8333 MW from 30 power stations and 14 projects totaling 9704 MW currently under construction, NHPC continues to play a vital role in advancing India’s clean energy transition and strengthening national energy security.
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2207797®=1&lang=1
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MVK Agro enters tripartite agreement with GAIL and MNGL for biogas supply
MVK Agro Food Product Limited has signed a tripartite agreement with Maharashtra Natural Gas Limited (MNGL) and GAIL (India) Limited to supply biogas and compressed biogas (CBG) under the CBG–CGD Synchronisation Scheme.
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In a regulatory disclosure filed with the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the company stated that the agreement covers the supply of biogas/CBG, with the financial consideration to be finalised at the time of actual delivery of goods and services.
Based in Maharashtra’s Nanded district, MVK Agro Food Product Limited is an integrated manufacturer of sugar and allied products. The company operates a single sugar manufacturing unit with a licensed crushing capacity of 2,500 tonnes of cane per day (TCD). Alongside sugar production, it markets by-products such as molasses, bagasse and pressmud, and is also involved in power generation for its own captive use.
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Natural Gas / Transnational Pipelines/ Others
Phillips 66 Sees Strong Support for Western Gateway Pipeline
The newly proposed Western Gateway Pipeline, planned to ship fuels from Midwest refineries all the way to California, is gathering growing support from federal, state, and industry circles, according to one of the project’s proponents, refining giant Phillips 66. Phillips 66 and pipeline giant Kinder Morgan unveiled in October plans for the Western Gateway Pipeline, which could become the world’s largest pipeline for transporting refined petroleum products.
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The project would combine new-build pipeline from Borger, Texas, to Phoenix, Arizona, with a reversal of Kinder Morgan’s existing Santa Fe Pacific Products (SFPP) West Line (which currently flows from Colton, California to Phoenix) to enable east-to-west flows into California.
The plans also include the Phillips 66 Gold Pipeline, which currently flows from Borger to St. Louis, to also be reversed to move gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel from the Midcontinent toward Borger and into the Western Gateway system.
The binding open season for Western Gateway Pipeline ends on December 19 and has “gone quite well,” Phillips 66 chief executive Mark Lashier told Bloomberg News.
“We will be a substantial shipper on it ourselves,” the executive said.
Phillips 66 and Kinder Morgan will evaluate the results of the open season to determine how big the pipeline would be, but they feel “pretty confident at this point”, including about approvals the project needs to obtain, Lashier told Bloomberg. A newly-built section of Western Gateway that would cross near Mescalero Apache land in New Mexico has received buy-in from local communities, the executive added.
The pipeline has the strong support of the Trump Administration, but also state support in the states around California.
Currently, the Western Gateway Pipeline is targeting completion by 2029. A massive pipeline similar to the Colonial pipeline that moves fuels from Gulf Coast refineries to the Eastern Seaboard would be welcome news for the western states, especially California, where gasoline prices are the highest in America and where refineries are closing due to California’s assault on the oil and gas sector in recent years.
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UAE’s Adnoc Raises $11 Billion in Financing for Gas Project
The biggest oil producer in the United Arab Emirates secured $11 billion in funding tied to future gas production from fields offshore in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. and its peers are ramping up output of both oil and gas, even as analysts warn of looming supply gluts. Adnoc, however, says long-term demand for the fuels remains robust and will require significant investment.
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The Hail and Ghasha projects are expected to produce about 1.8 billion standard cubic feet of gas a day when they come online by the end of this decade. The financing was arranged along with partners including Italy’s Eni SpA and Thailand’s PTT Exploration & Production Pcl, according to a statement on Thursday.
The financing was arranged by more than a dozen banks, including Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Agricultural Bank of China. Citigroup Inc., Standard Chartered Plc and the UAE’s largest lenders First Abu Dhabi Bank and Emirates NBD also participated in the financing package.
Adnoc last month announced a five-year, $150 billion capital-expenditure budget, in line with its previous spending plan. Much of that will go to boosting crude-output capacity to 5 million barrels a day by 2027, an increase of about 25% since the expansion began. The company is also accelerating spending on natural gas as the UAE aims to become self-sufficient by the end of the decade.
Adnoc now holds an 80% stake in the Ghasha gas concession after former partner Lukoil PJSC transferred its 10% share in November, according to a spokesperson.
The US has threatened to sanction companies that do business with Lukoil because of Russia’s continued war in Ukraine, prompting the Russian firm to shed overseas assets. Adnoc is among the companies interested in acquiring all or part of Lukoil’s international portfolio, Bloomberg has reported.
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Energy Transfer Suspends LNG Project to Focus on Gas Pipelines
Billionaire Kelcy Warren’s Energy Transfer LP suspended development of a Louisiana liquefied natural gas export project to concentrate on building and expanding pipelines. The abrupt halt to an LNG complex whose committed customers included energy giants Chevron Corp. and Shell Plc caps a years-long effort to flip an unused gas-import terminal constructed before the advent of the US shale boom.
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The decision announced in a statement Thursday signals a shift in the race to secure financing for gas-export projects in the US, already the world’s largest exporter of the fuel. In a separate statement, Energy Transfer announced plans to boost the size of a planned US Southwest gas pipeline to cope with stronger-than-expected demand.
The Dallas-based pipeline company had previously shifted a formal investment decision on the LNG project to next year.
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Israel Approves Increase of Leviathan Gas Exports to Egypt
The Chevron Corp-led Leviathan consortium has received approval from Israel’s Energy and Infrastructures Ministry to export an additional 130 billion cubic meters (4.59 trillion cubic feet) of natural gas to Egypt, consortium member NewMed Energy LP said Wednesday. The new volumes were agreed upon between the field partners and buyer Blue Ocean Energy earlier this year.
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“The leaseholders intend to act to obtain the buyer’s approval for the provisions of the new approval as well as for satisfaction of all the conditions precedent for the entry into effect of the export agreement [with Blue Ocean] for Egypt”, NewMed Energy said in a regulatory filing.
The added quantities are expected to generate about $35 billion in revenue, according to NewMed Energy.
According to the new permit, the total volume for Leviathan exports to Egypt will be increased in increments as the upstream project expands.
“Until such time as the reservoir’s daily production capacity is 1,850 MMscf (the First Expansion) – the maximum total quantity shall be approx. 20.7 Bcm”, NewMed Energy said. “Until such time as the reservoir’s daily production capacity is 2,100 MMscf (the Second Expansion) – the maximum total quantity shall be approx. 95.6 Bcm”.
“After the Second Expansion – the maximum total quantity shall be approx. 130.9 Bcm (the total export quantity)”, it added.
Announcing the amended deal with Blue Ocean on August 7, NewMed Energy said, “The amendment to the export agreement determines a mechanism for the timing of commencement of the supply of the increased daily quantity, which is primarily based on the sellers’ estimate regarding the progress of the projects required for expansion of the daily supply quantity, and chiefly completion of phase one of the [Leviathan] expansion project and completion of the project for the construction of the Nitzana pipeline”.
“To the sellers’ assessment, as of the report date, the said projects are expected to be completed in 2029”, NewMed said then.
The ministry granted the new export permit on the condition that the Leviathan owners must first fulfil their domestic supply obligations, according to Wednesday’s filing.
“Beginning on 1 January 2036, the commissioner may, by a reasoned decision, reduce the maximum quantities by up to 60 percent, for all or part of the calendar year, in view of a change between the years in the gap between demand and supply in the domestic market, but without the same affecting the total export quantity… The new approval states that, based on the Ministry of Energy’s assessments as of the approval grant date, such a gap is indeed expected”, the filing said.
“In the event that, after the date of the Second Expansion, the actual production capacity of the leases increases and exceeds 2,100 MMscf per day, the leaseholders may export one half of the increase in production through spot transactions; and in relation to the second half, the leaseholders may submit an application to the Commissioner for increase of the maximum daily quantity or for increase of the excess quantity permitted for export through spot transactions”, the filing said.
It added, “Furthermore, concurrently with receipt of the new approval and at the request of the Ministry of Energy, the leaseholders have confirmed that they shall work together with the Natural Gas Authority on promotion of a platform for the secondary trading of natural gas for natural gas consumers in the Israeli market, and shall also jointly examine various options in connection with the natural gas quantities that may be directed to the trading platform once established, under spot agreements”.
Chevron operates Leviathan with a 39.66 percent stake. NewMed Energy, owned by Israel’s Delek Group, holds 45.34 percent. Ratio Energies LP, also an Israeli company, owns 15 percent.
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Israel Approves $35 Billion Deal to Export Natural Gas to Egypt
Israel gave the green light to a deal worth 112 billion shekels ($35 billion) to supply natural gas to Egypt from 2026 to 2040, overcoming some pushback on the agreement’s terms. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a televised statement Wednesday that he had approved the agreement after his country’s national interests were secured, labeling it “the largest gas deal in Israel’s history.” The accord would see 130 billion cubic meters of gas sent to Egypt, according to terms outlined in August.
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“This deal greatly strengthens Israel’s status as a regional energy power and contributes to stability in our region,” Netanyahu said. “It encourages other companies to invest in gas exploration in Israel’s economic waters.”
The agreement will see Egypt boost its contracted purchases of gas from Israel’s offshore Leviathan field, operated by US energy giant Chevron Corp.
Energy Minister Eli Cohen had earlier refused to sign the export license, demanding better pricing for Israel while citing “intense” pressure from the US to seal the pact. He later said that “perception gaps have greatly reduced,” indicating the deal was being finalized.
“The state’s revenues from taxes and royalties thanks to the deal will stand at approximately NIS 58 billion, and the scope of direct infrastructure investments in the economy will exceed NIS 16 billion,” Cohen said on Wednesday.
Egypt has bought large volumes of liquefied natural gas since becoming a net gas importer in 2024 due to surging domestic demand and declining output from its own fields. The supply deal with Israel might mean the North African nation can import less LNG in the future.
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US: Enbridge Proposes Algonquin Pipeline Enhancements to Ease Northeast Constraints
Algonquin Gas Transmission has proposed targeted upgrades to its existing pipeline system in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, aiming to ease Northeast capacity constraints and improve peak-day gas reliability without adding new compressor stations. (P&GJ) — Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC has proposed a targeted enhancement to its existing pipeline system aimed at easing capacity constraints and improving peak-day reliability across the Northeast, a region that continues to face some of the highest energy prices in the U.S.
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The proposal, known as the Reliable Affordable Resilient Enhancement (AGT Enhancement), is designed to address longstanding system bottlenecks that have limited natural gas delivery during periods of high demand, particularly in colder-than-normal weather. Algonquin said the project would focus on incremental upgrades to existing infrastructure rather than major new construction.
According to the company, the enhancement would take place within or adjacent to existing rights-of-way and would not require construction at existing compressor stations or the addition of new compressor facilities. The approach is intended to improve peak-day capacity while minimizing construction impacts.
In Massachusetts, the proposed upgrades would occur in Mendon, Bellingham, Franklin and Wrentham. In Rhode Island, work is planned for Cumberland, Little Compton, Tiverton and Burrillville.
Subject to regulatory approvals, Algonquin expects construction to take place in 2029, with the project entering service later that year.
Algonquin said it is engaging with community members, advocacy groups and local officials as part of the planning process to address questions and incorporate feedback ahead of final design and execution.
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ONE Gas to Build $160 Million Pipeline to Fuel Power Generation in Oklahoma
ONE Gas plans to build a $160 million, 43-mile natural gas pipeline in southeast Oklahoma to supply power generation facilities and support rising electricity demand, with the project targeted for service in 2028. ONE Gas Inc. is moving forward with plans to construct a new large-diameter natural gas pipeline in southeast Oklahoma, a $160 million infrastructure project designed to support rising electricity demand and improve grid reliability, according to OK Energy Today.
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The proposed pipeline will span roughly 43 miles and is scheduled to enter service in 2028. Its primary purpose is to deliver natural gas to power generation facilities as utilities across Oklahoma add capacity to meet growing load requirements.
The pipeline is expected to supply more than 100 billion cubic feet of natural gas annually to Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC), providing fuel for natural gas–fired generation at the cooperative’s Hugo Plant near Fort Towson. ONE Gas disclosed in regulatory filings that the project is expected to support approximately 400 megawatts of gas-fired generation by 2029.
The company has described the development as the first phase of a broader long-term resource plan by WFEC focused on securing reliable generation capacity. The pipeline will connect the Bennington Natural Gas Hub directly to the Hugo Plant, creating a dedicated supply path for power generation.
Total project costs are estimated at $150 million to $160 million, with ONE Gas planning to invest about $120 million of that amount. Construction, operation, and long-term maintenance will be handled by Oklahoma Natural Gas, ONE Gas’ local distribution utility.
Construction is expected to take more than two years, with completion targeted for the third quarter of 2028. The timeline aligns with WFEC’s plans to bring additional natural gas generation online by 2029, ensuring a stable fuel supply as new units enter service.
As reported by OK Energy Today, the pipeline is intended to reinforce the long-term viability of the Hugo Plant while strengthening energy infrastructure across southeast Oklahoma, supporting utilities as they respond to continued growth in industrial, commercial, and residential electricity demand.
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North Carolina Grants Water Permit for Transco Gas Pipeline Expansion
(P&GJ) — The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources has issued a water quality certification with conditions for Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co. LLC’s proposed natural gas pipeline expansion in North Carolina.
The certification covers the Southeast Supply Enhancement Project, which includes upgrades to existing pipeline infrastructure and the installation of new 42-inch-diameter pipe. The project includes about 4.4 miles of pipeline in Rockingham County, known as the Eden Loop, and roughly 24.1 miles in Guilford, Forsyth and Davidson counties, known as the Salem Loop.
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Because construction will disturb wetlands, waterways and streambanks, Transco applied for a Clean Water Act Section 401 Individual Water Quality Certification, along with riparian buffer authorizations for the Jordan Lake and Randleman Lake watersheds. The authorizations are required where vegetation must be maintained along waterways and would be removed during construction.
“Safeguarding water quality and North Carolinians’ health remains paramount to the department,” DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson said. “That’s why DWR’s certification for the pipeline expansion project included conditions to protect wetlands and streams.”
According to DWR, the review considered more than 1,000 public comments and testimony from two public hearings held in early September. The certification requires Transco to implement a series of environmental protections during and after construction, including oversight by an environmental inspector, limits on construction right-of-way at water crossings, and restoration of disturbed streams and wetlands to pre-construction conditions.
The company must also monitor restored wetlands and streams quarterly for at least three years. While Transco is not required to fully offset all impacts through off-site restoration, it has agreed to purchase mitigation credits to compensate for impacts to riparian buffers in the Jordan and Randleman lake areas.
DWR noted that while public comments raised broader concerns about economic need, emissions and pipeline safety, the agency’s authority under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act is limited to evaluating impacts on water quality.
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Kazakhstan Fast-Tracks Delivery of Caspian Pipeline Equipment
Kazakhstan has expedited the delivery of two new offshore berthing facilities for the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), a move prompted by recent drone attacks on CPC infrastructure. The initiative aims to restore the stability of oil exports and ensure uninterrupted operations at the key marine terminal in Novorossiysk.
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The two new remote mooring devices (RMDs) were procured from a manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates for installation at the CPC Marine Terminal. Kazakhstan’s Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov announced on December 15 in Astana that the delivery timeline has been moved up from April 2026 to January 2025.
“The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the national oil and gas company KazMunayGas are making every effort to deliver the two new RMD units. We are now pushing ahead with this and plan to deliver them in January,” said Akkenzhenov, highlighting the logistical complexity of transporting the technologically advanced equipment to Novorossiysk.
According to the CPC press service, the two devices being replaced, CPC-1 and CPC-2, were originally commissioned in 2001. The contract for their replacement was signed in January 2024, and both new units are expected to be completed by December 2025.
These upgrades are part of a recovery program following a series of attacks on CPC infrastructure. At the same time, repair work continues on VPU-3, another remote berthing facility. However, efforts have been hindered by severe weather conditions in Novorossiysk, where strong winds and currents have disrupted underwater installation work.
“The weather in Novorossiysk is difficult, with very strong winds causing high waves and currents. Divers are descending under the dome to install underwater hoses,” Akkenzhenov explained.
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium remains one of the largest energy projects in the post-Soviet space. The 1,511 kilometer Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline transports more than two-thirds of Kazakhstan’s oil exports, along with output from Russian fields, including those in the Caspian Sea.
The CPC’s marine terminal in Novorossiysk is equipped with three remote mooring devices, enabling tankers to load safely offshore and ensuring continuous export operations.
Since autumn 2025, CPC facilities have been repeatedly targeted. The first attack occurred on September 24, when drones struck the consortium’s office, injuring employees and bystanders. Other key incidents included attacks on the Kropotkinskaya base (February 17 and March 24), the Kavkazskaya facility (March 19), and the Novorossiysk marine terminal (September 24-25).
The most serious incident occurred on November 29, when the terminal’s pier was damaged, rendering VPU-2 inoperable. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy estimated losses of 480,000 tons of oil and condemned the attack as “unacceptable and dangerous for global energy security.”
The emergency acquisition and fast-tracked delivery of the new berthing units are seen as a strategic investment by Kazakhstan, not only to secure its export capacity but also to reinforce the stability of one of the region’s most critical energy corridors.
https://timesca.com/kazakhstan-fast-tracks-delivery-of-caspian-pipeline-equipment/
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Four countries have authorized two new natural gas supply routes to Ukraine.
Energy regulators from Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, and Ukraine have approved these routes, which will remain operational until April 2026. Route 2 and Route 3 facilitate the transportation of natural gas from Greece and Azerbaijan to Ukraine, as stated by the independent operator of the Gas Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (ICGB).
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The ICGB emphasized that this development represents a notable advancement in enhancing regional gas connectivity and ensuring Ukraine’s reliable supply. The newly granted permits enable the delivery of gas to Ukraine from two primary sources: LNG via the Alexandroupolis terminal and Caspian pipeline gas through the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), utilizing both the Greek Bulgarian IGB interconnector and the Trans-Balkan Corridor. According to the ICGB, starting December 22, all three capacities – routes 1, 2, and 3 – will be simultaneously available on a competitive basis through the Regional Booking Platform (RBP). A distinguishing feature of the new routes is their economic advantage. Operators from all participating countries concurred on a 25% reduction to the standard monthly tariff. Additionally, the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine, together with the ICGB, introduced an enhanced regional discount of 46%.
https://ubn.news/four-countries-have-authorized-two-new-natural-gas-supply-routes-to-ukraine/
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Natural Gas / LNG Utilization / Bio-LNG
Türkiye’s first FSRU adds 9.3 bcm to gas grid
Türkiye’s first publicly-owned floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) has supplied 9.3 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas to the national transmission system to date, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said on Wednesday.
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The statement came as Ertuğrul Gazi, which began operations in late June 2021, completed its 100th ship-to-ship liquefied natural gas (LNG) transfer operation.
Bayraktar said the vessel has played a key role in strengthening Türkiye’s gas supply security. “Our first national FSRU, Ertuğrul Gazi, has contributed 9.3 billion cubic meters to the natural gas transmission system,” he added.
Investments in liquefied natural gas infrastructure have increased Türkiye’s daily regasification capacity fivefold to 161 million cubic meters, according to the minister. “Ertuğrul Gazi has undertaken a critical role in this expansion,” he said.
“Today, we are in a position to meet nearly half of our natural gas consumption through LNG,” Bayraktar added, saying Türkiye aims to lift daily regasification capacity above 200 million cubic meters in the coming period.
He said the government’s goal was to transform Türkiye from a country that merely meets its own energy demand into a regional gas hub capable of exporting natural gas to neighboring markets.
The Ertuğrul Gazi FSRU is 295 meters long, 46 meters wide and 63 meters high, with a storage capacity of 170,000 cubic meters of LNG, equivalent to around 110 million cubic meters of natural gas. The vessel has a daily regasification capacity of 28 million cubic meters.
Türkiye currently has five LNG entry points – two onshore LNG terminals and three FSRUs. The Marmaraereğlisi LNG terminal, along with the Dörtyol and Saros FSRUs, are operated by state gas importer BOTAŞ, while one LNG terminal and one FSRU in western Izmir’s Aliağa district are run by the private sector.
https://www.dailysabah.com/business/energy/turkiyes-first-fsru-adds-93-bcm-to-gas-grid/amp
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Egypt Announces Successful Drilling of Gas Exploratory Well in Nile Delta
El Wastani Petroleum Company successfully drilled the North El-Basant-1 exploratory well in Egypt’s Nile Delta, adding estimated gas reserves of between 15 and 25 billion cubic feet, according to test results. The discovery forms part of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources’ ongoing efforts to narrow the gap between domestic production and consumption by encouraging investment partners to intensify exploratory drilling activities. It also falls within an ambitious investment program led by UAE-based Dana Gas, in cooperation with the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS), across their Delta concession areas through El Wastani Petroleum.
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Preparations are currently underway to connect the well to the national production grid, with expected initial output reaching around 10 million cubic feet of natural gas per day.
Officials say the new discovery underscores the continued potential of the Nile Delta as a producing basin and reflects the impact of targeted policies aimed at boosting exploration, supporting local energy supplies, and strengthening Egypt’s role as a regional gas hub.
https://see.news/egypt-announces-successful-drilling-of-gas-exploratory-well-in-nile-delta
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US natural gas futures gain on strong LNG export flows
NEW YORK: US natural gas futures climbed about 3percent on Wednesday on near-record gas flows to liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plants and forecasts for more demand next week than previously expected. Front-month gas futures for January delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange rose 12.5 cents, or 3.2 percent, to USD4.011 per million British thermal units (mmBtu). On Tuesday, the contract closed at its lowest since October 29.
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That pushed the front-month out of technically oversold territory for the first time in four days.
Average gas output in the Lower 48 states eased to 109.5 billion cubic feet per day (bcfd) so far in December, down from a monthly record high of 109.6 bcfd in November, LSEG said.
Record output has allowed energy companies to stockpile more gas than usual so far this year, leaving the amount of fuel in storage at about 1percent above normal.
Meteorologists forecast weather across the country would remain mostly warmer than normal through January 1, keeping the amount of gas needed to heat homes and businesses lower than usual for this time of year.
LSEG projected average gas demand in the Lower 48 states, including exports, would fall from 145.1 bcfd this week to 131.1 bcfd next week. The forecast for this week was lower than LSEG’s outlook on Tuesday, while the forecast for next week was higher.
Average gas flows to the eight large US LNG export plants rose to 18.6 bcfd so far this month, up from a monthly record high of 18.2 bcfd in November. Elsewhere, Freeport LNG’s export plant in Texas was on track to take in more gas on Wednesday in a sign that one of its three liquefaction trains has returned to service after shutting down on Tuesday. The US became the world’s biggest LNG exporter in 2023, surpassing Australia and Qatar, as surging global prices fed demand for more exports, due in part to supply disruptions and sanctions linked to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Gas was trading near USD9 per mmBtu around the world, which was a 19-month low at the Dutch Title Transfer Facility (TTF) benchmark in Europe and a 20-month low at the Japan-Korea Marker (JKM) in Asia. Global prices have declined in recent weeks with the slow start of the winter heating season and hopes peace talks over Ukraine could result in the lifting of sanctions against Moscow. That could allow Russia, the world’s second-biggest gas producer behind the US, to export more fuel in the future.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40398005/us-natural-gas-futures-gain-on-strong-lng-export-flows
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Canada: 12-year deal in the bag for Canada’s $4B hydro-powered floating LNG project
Cedar LNG, a partnership between the Haisla Nation and Canadian energy infrastructure player Pembina Pipeline Corporation, has secured a new multi-year agreement for its floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) (FLNG) facility located in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation, on Canada’s West Coast.
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Pembina has inked a 12-year agreement with Ovintiv, described as one of Canada’s largest natural gas producers, for 0.5 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) to complete the remarketing of its 1.5 mtpa of capacity at the Cedar LNG facility.
This deal is perceived to further demonstrate the Canadian energy infrastructure player’s commitment to delivering growth and executing its strategy within its long-standing financial guardrails and prudent risk profile.
Meghan Eilers, EVP of Midstream and Marketing at Ovintiv, commented: “Today’s announcement marks a significant advancement in our strategy to expand market access and maximize the profitability of our Montney gas resource through participation in global LNG markets.
“We are excited to partner with Pembina to supply low-cost Canadian natural gas to overseas markets, supporting energy security and global emissions reductions.”
Ovintiv has also confirmed the signing of the long-term agreement for 0.5 million tonnes per annum of the Canadian energy infrastructure firm’s liquefaction capacity at the project, which has a nameplate capacity of 3.3 million tonnes per annum.
The latest deal is said to enable the export of 0.5 mtpa of LNG, under which Pembina will provide transportation and liquefaction capacity to Ovintiv over a 12-year term, starting with commercial operations at Cedar LNG, anticipated in late 2028.
This provides the Canadian natural gas producer with access to additional export markets, complementary to the company’s existing portfolio of natural gas transportation arrangements. The export from the west coast of Canada is deemed to offer the shortest shipping distance to Asian LNG markets from North America.
Cedar LNG consists of the construction, commissioning, and operation of a new Indigenous majority-owned FLNG processing facility and marine export terminal in Kitimat, British Columbia.
This will be powered by clean hydroelectricity from B.C.’s grid and will produce ultra low-carbon LNG that has the potential to displace the use of higher-emitting forms of energy in Asia.
The 12-year agreement follows a 20-year deal with Petronas for 1 mtpa of Pembina’s liquefaction capacity at the Cedar LNG facility.
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Ethiopia, Nigeria bet on rail-moved LNG to reshape Africa’s energy map
A new gas-by-rail push aims to widen clean cooking access, curb deforestation, and unlock cross-border trade.; Ethiopia and Nigeria have thrown their weight behind an unconventional idea to tackle one of Africa’s most stubborn challenges: how to deliver cleaner energy at scale to communities far from pipelines and ports. Their answer is a continent-spanning rail system designed to move liquefied natural gas (LNG) across borders, turning existing and future railways into what backers describe as a “virtual pipeline”.
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Unveiled in Addis Ababa, the Gas-by-Rail Economic Corridor Initiative sets out a long-term vision for transporting LNG by freight trains across dozens of African countries. The model is intended to bypass the geopolitical, security and capital hurdles that often delay or derail transnational pipeline projects, while using rail as a flexible alternative that can be rolled out in phases.
At its core, the project targets household energy use. Across much of Sub-Saharan Africa, cooking still depends heavily on firewood and charcoal, a reliance that accelerates deforestation and exposes millions to indoor air pollution. By expanding access to LNG for cooking and small-scale power generation, the initiative’s promoters argue that pressure on forests could ease significantly, while improving public health outcomes.
The corridor is also framed as an economic catalyst. Reliable energy supply and improved rail connectivity are expected to support manufacturing, agro-processing and mining, particularly in landlocked regions that struggle with high logistics costs. Ethiopia is positioned as a key hub, with plans to link the gas-by-rail concept to industrial clusters focused on low-carbon materials and future-facing industries such as green steel and hydrogen.
Supporters estimate the network could eventually extend over tens of thousands of kilometres, connecting gas-producing regions with demand centres across West, East and Central Africa. The projected investment runs into hundreds of billions of dollars, placing the initiative among the most ambitious infrastructure concepts ever proposed on the continent.
While timelines and financing structures are still taking shape, the Ethiopia–Nigeria partnership signals growing interest in hybrid solutions that blend energy policy with logistics innovation. If it moves from vision to execution, gas by rail could become a defining experiment in how Africa approaches energy access, climate pressures and regional integration at the same time.
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Energy Development : LNG-based power facilities at Thilawa Port inspected
Chairman of the Electricity and Energy Development Commission, Union Minister at the President Office (1) U Tin Aung San inspected LNG-based power facilities at Thilawa Port in Yangon Region on Friday. The Union Minister, together with regional officials, visited the Floating Storage Unit (FSU) for liquefied natural gas (LNG), the regasification unit, and the Thanlyin 200-megawatt power plant, which is currently producing an initial 150 megawatts of electricity.
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Officials briefed on the progress of LNG storage, gas conversion processes, and test operations of power generators. The Union Minister gave instructions to ensure efficient use of LNG, stable operation of power plants, and timely reporting of any difficulties.
They also inspected LNG transfer from the FSU to the regasification unit and control room operations. The LNG project has already completed initial testing and began increasing power generation from 40 megawatts to 150 megawatts starting December 17. The projects aim to increase total electricity production to 500 megawatts, helping meet electricity demand for the public and industrial zones.
https://www.myanmaritv.com/news/energy-development-lng-based-power-facilities-thilawa-port-inspected
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PETRONAS to sell liquefied natural gas to China’s CNOOC
KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 24): PETRONAS has agreed to sell one million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually to China National Offshore Oil Corp (CNOOC). The national oil-and-gas company officially known as Petroliam Nasional Bhd said on Wednesday its unit PETRONAS LNG Ltd signed the agreement with CNOOC’s wholly owned unit CNOOC Gas and Power Singapore Trading & Marketing Pte Ltd. The contract period was not disclosed.
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“This agreement marks an elevation of our relationship with CNOOC, advancing our shared commitment to energy security and a lower carbon future,” said PETRONAS LNG Marketing and Trading vice-president Shamsairi M Ibrahim in a statement.
The deal comes at a time of surging imports of the chilled fuel by China to meet its energy transition and industrial demand. China is one of Asia’s top gas buyers and Malaysia is its biggest supplier after Australia, Qatar, and Russia.
Last year, PETRONAS sold eight million metric tons of liquefied natural gas to China, accounting for around 10% of the country’s total gas imports. In 2024, China imported about 77 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas.
“PETRONAS remains committed to delivering reliable and cleaner LNG solutions, working with partners to advance shared energy transition goals,” Shamsairi added.
https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/787058
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Georgia Imports $202.3M of Gas from Azerbaijan
From January to November this year, Georgia imported natural gas worth $202.3 million from Azerbaijan, marking a 7% decrease compared to the same period in 2024, according to data from Georgia’s National Statistics Office. In November alone, Georgia imported $31 million worth of gas from Azerbaijan, 14% lower than a year earlier, The Caspian Post reports, citing https://report.az/enlocal media.
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In the first 11 months of the year, Georgia imported a total of $364 million worth of natural gas from foreign countries, 1.4% higher than the same period last year.
During the reporting period, Georgia also received gas worth $161 million from Russia, $275,400 from the UAE, $185,300 from China, and $135,400 from Iran.
In 2024, Georgia imported 2.36 billion cubic meters of natural gas worth $435.5 million, of which 1.66 billion cubic meters valued at $254.3 million came from Azerbaijan.
https://caspianpost.com/georgia/georgia-imports-202-3m-of-gas-from-azerbaijan
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Global LNG Development
US: MISTRAS awarded contract by Bechtel for Louisiana LNG project
MISTRAS Group, Inc., a global leader in technology-enabled industrial asset integrity and testing solutions, has been by Bechtel to deliver non-destructive testing (NDT) services for the Woodside Louisiana LNG terminal, a multibillion-dollar LNG production and export facility under construction in Sulphur, Louisiana, the US.
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The project, which is permitted up to 27.6 million tpy of LNG production, is one of the most significant energy infrastructure developments in the world and represents a major investment in US Gulf Coast energy capacity.
MISTRAS will provide a comprehensive suite of NDT services, including radiography (RT), magnetic particle testing (MT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), positive material identification (PMI), ultrasonic thickness testing (UT), and leak testing. All work will be performed by certified MISTRAS technicians with documented adherence to industry and regulatory standards.
“This award underscores our long-standing expertise in supporting large scale energy projects,” said Gennaro D’Alterio, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, MISTRAS Group. “We are proud to support Bechtel in advancing a project that is vital to the region and global energy markets.”
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Japan: Another multi-year LNG offtake deal in JERA’s hands
Japan’s power generation major JERA has won a long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with Hokkaido Gas, said to be a key regional energy provider.
Thanks to a seven-year sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Hokkaido Gas, JERA will supply two to three LNG cargoes per year, equivalent to approximately 130,000 to 200,000 metric tonnes annually, on a delivered ex-ship (DES) basis from its extensive global LNG portfolio, beginning in 2027.
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The Japanese major claims that supplying LNG to Hokkaido Gas enables it to contribute to reinforcing the country’s energy security and enhancing supply resilience.
The deal is believes to also support JERA’s efforts to diversify its LNG sales portfolio while strengthening the stability and flexibility of LNG supply for Japan’s domestic energy market.
The company’s ‘Growth Strategy for Realizing the 2035 Vision’ aims to strengthen its role as a global LNG leader with an integrated value chain by diversifying both procurement and sales channels. Looking ahead, JERA plans to continue to build a balanced LNG portfolio across the Asia, Middle East, and the United States to strengthen resilience against market volatility.
Leveraging the trading, optimization, and LNG operational capabilities developed through JERA Global Markets, the company intends to enhance cost competitiveness and deepen collaborations with Japanese domestic energy partners and further expand its LNG sales across the Asian markets.
This SPA follows the firm’s recent sales agreement with Torrent Power in India and is perceived to reflect the Japanese player’s continued efforts to enhance its LNG portfolio while responding flexibly to demand fluctuations in Japan and across Asia.
https://www.offshore-energy.biz/another-multi-year-lng-offtake-deal-in-jeras-hands/
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Malaysia’s Petronas signs LNG supply deal with China’s CNOOC
Dec 24 (Reuters) – Malaysian state-owned energy firm Petroliam Nasional (IPO-PETO.KL), said on Wednesday it would supply Chinese offshore oil and gas company CNOOC (600938.SS), with 1 million metric tons per annum of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
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The agreement between Petronas LNG and CNOOC Gas and Power Singapore Trading & Marketing builds upon existing cooperation between the two companies, Petronas said in a statement.
In 2021, Petronas signed a 10-year LNG supply agreement with a subsidiary of CNOOC valued at about $7 billion.
Both CNOOC and Petronas did not immediately respond to Reuters’ requests seeking details including the deal tenure.
Petronas signed a similar deal in November with Canadian oil and gas company Pembina Pipeline (PPL.TO), to supply 1 million tons per annum of LNG for 20 years from its Cedar LNG project.
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Petronas to Supply 1 MMtpa of LNG to CNOOC
Petroliam Nasional Bhd said Wednesday it had signed a deal to supply China National Offshore Oil Corp (CNOOC) one million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas. Malaysia’s state-owned Petronas did not specify the duration of the “long-term commitment” to CNOOC Gas and Power Singapore Trading and Marketing Pte Ltd.
The agreement strengthens “cooperation in LNG supply while supporting China’s economic growth and national clean energy agenda, including the ‘Dual Carbon’ aspirations of peaking emissions before 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060”, Petronas said in a statement on its website.
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“With Asia’s rising demand for lower-carbon fuels, Petronas will continue to deliver LNG from its established portfolio to support customers’ evolving energy needs across the region”, Petronas added.
Earlier this year Petronas and its partners began exporting from LNG Canada, which targets the Asian market.
On July 7 Petronas said it had shipped its first production share from the British Columbia facility to Japan. Each joint venture participant is responsible for marketing their net volumes, according to a July 1 statement by LNG Canada Development Inc announcing the project’s first dispatch.
Announcing its maiden export from the project, Petronas said, “LNG Canada is a critical component of Petronas’ global LNG strategy to diversify its supply portfolio and increase market flexibility”.
“Strategically located on Canada’s west coast and connected to Petronas’ upstream gas assets in Northeast BC, LNG Canada offers a direct and efficient shipping corridor to key north Asian markets including Japan, South Korea and China”, Petronas added.
LNG Canada, majority-owned by Shell PLC at 40 percent and hosted by the Haisla Nation, has a declared capacity of 14 million tons a year.
Petronas previously held 25 percent of LNG Canada. On December 17 MidOcean Energy announced the completion of its acquisition of a 20 percent stake in the Petronas subsidiary involved in LNG Canada and 20 percent in Petronas’ upstream arm in Canada.
In its latest financial and operational statement published June 30, Petronas reported 17.34 million tonnes of gross LNG sales in the first half of 2025. Its LNG gross sales totaled 35.7 million tonnes last year, from the Petronas LNG complex and two floating facilities – all on Malaysia’s side of Borneo island, according to its annual report July 4, 2025.
https://www.rigzone.com/news/petronas_to_supply_1_mmtpa_of_lng_to_cnooc-25-dec-2025-182613-article/
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Congo LNG begins exporting liquefied natural gas from Central Africa
The first shipment of LNG from Congo marks its entry into the global energy market and strengthens its link with Europe.
Progress in production and exports from Congo LNG
The Congo LNG project marks the first initiative to export liquefied natural gas to the liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the country, a strategic bet with Europe as the main destination market. Since 2022, the Republic of Congo has taken solid steps to position itself as a new player in the global gas supply chain.
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Project structure: floating technology and staged production
The development is being executed in two phases that combine innovation and operational efficiency. The first phase is already underway with the Tango FLNG floating plant, located close to the coast.
Its liquefaction capacity reaches 0.6 million tons per year. In a second stage, the Nguya FLNG vessel, installed offshore, will add 2.4 million tons per year, thus expanding the total capacity to 3 MTPA.
Energy infrastructure and local resource optimization
To maximize the use of associated and non-associated gas extracted in the Marine XII concession, the project includes the construction of onshore gas treatment facilities. In addition to exporting LNG, this infrastructure will allow the generation of electricity for the domestic market, contributing to local energy access.
A model without gas flaring and aligned with decarbonization
In line with Eni’s energy transition strategy Enioperator of the project through its subsidiary Eni Congo SA, Congo LNG adopts a non-flaring approach to reduce fugitive methane emissions. This reinforces the country’s and the operator’s environmental commitment, aligned with global decarbonization goals.
How Congo contributes to European energy security
With the first cargo shipped in February 2024 to the Italian terminal of Piombino, the project strengthens the energy diversification of the European continent. In a context of growing demand and need for alternative sources, Central Africa is positioning itself as a strategic supplier.
https://inspenet.com/en/noticias/congo-lng-begin-export-gas-central-africa/
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LNG as a Marine Fuel/Shipping
South Korea: Hanwha Ocean wins $1.75 billion order for 7 LNG carriers from Europe
Seoul: Hanwha Ocean said on Friday it has secured an order worth 2.59 trillion won ($1.75 billion) to supply seven liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers for a European shipowner. With the latest deal, Hanwha Ocean has secured orders for 51 vessels worth a combined $9.83 billion so far this year, exceeding its annual order of $8.98 billion recorded last year, reports Yonhap news agency.
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This year’s deals include 20 very large crude carriers (VLCCs), 17 container ships, 13 LNG carriers and one icebreaking research vessel.
Hanwha Ocean said the contract reflects strong confidence among European shipowners in the company’s high-pressure LNG engine technology and its ability to reduce carbon emissions.
Also, Hanwha Engine said it will acquire Seam AS, a Norwegian shipboard electric propulsion systems maker, becoming the first South Korean company to enter the maritime technology market in Northern Europe.
The marine engine producer under Hanwha Group has agreed to acquire the entire stake in the Norwegian firm for around 290 billion won ($196.6 million), the company said.
Based in Avaldsnes, Seam is a leading developer of zero-emission maritime solutions, such as control software and energy storage systems (ESS) for ships.
Norway is considered one of the most active adopters of electric propulsion ships, and Seam holds around a 40 percent share in Norway’s maritime market.
Hanwha Engine said it plans to expand the scope of maritime propulsion solutions provided by the company through the acquisition and prepare for growing demand for eco-friendly vessels.
Meanwhile, HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering Co. (HD KSOE), the shipbuilding subholding company of HD Hyundai Co., said on Friday it has won an order worth 689.6 billion won (US$466.2 million) to supply four container ships for an Oceania-based shipping company, according to Yonhap news agency.
The vessels will be built at the shipyard of HD Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., with deliveries to be made sequentially by the second half of 2028, the company said.
With the latest order, HD KSOE has won contracts worth a combined $17.33 billion for 122 vessels so far this year, reaching 96 percent of its annual order target.
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Ukraine-ordered natural gas cargo arrives at Klaipeda LNG terminal
An LNG cargo from the US ordered by D.TRADING International SA, a subsidi-ary of DTEK Group, the largest private Ukrainian energy company, has reached the Klaipeda LNG terminal operated by KN Energies. Approximately 160 000 m3 of US LNG will be transferred into the tanks of the FSRU Independence from the LNG carrier GasLog Houston that arrived in Klaipeda port. A share of the LNG cargo delivered to Klaipeda will, after regasification, reach Ukraine via pipelines and international interconnector links.
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“After the Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, Lithuania was quick to act – a cargo of LNG is already on its way to Ukraine. The Klaipeda LNG terminal is one of the busiest and most utilised in Europe, yet it also provides an opportunity to assist Ukraine – through it, we can help ensure gas supply and en-ergy security for our partners. This is a concrete example of our solidarity and transatlantic cooperation. Together, we are seeking ways to ensure a reliable gas supply to Ukraine during the upcoming winter by making full use of Lithuania’s existing infrastructure,” said Minister of Energy Žygimantas Vaiciunas.
The Ambassador of Ukraine to Lithuania, Olha Nikitchenko, noted: “Ukraine is entering another winter under relentless Russian attacks on our critical energy infrastructure. Day after day, Russia strikes purely civilian facilities that provide Ukrainians with heat, light, and the essential services people need simply to live. In such conditions, every reliable route for energy supply becomes a matter of national resilience. Access to the Klaipeda LNG terminal gives Ukraine something extremely important: confidence that even when our facilities are hit, we still have alternative ways to keep our system running. We are deeply grateful to Lithuania, one of the leaders in supporting Ukraine’s energy sector, for taking yet another meaningful step.”
The Ukrainian energy resources trader D.TRADING is a new client of the Klaipeda LNG terminal, and this is the company’s first cargo in Klaipeda. The possibility for the company to import and regasify approximately 1 TWh of natural gas arose after booking the spot regasification capacities allocated by KN Energies.
“US LNG is key for Ukraine’s and Europe’s energy independence. This latest shipment reflects the vision of DTEK to be an energy bridge uniting US producers and a region that phasing out of dependence on Russian gas. From terminals on the Baltic Sea and Mediterranean, we are working with Lithuania and US partners to develop cost-effective routes to get more gas flowing into Ukraine and neighbouring countries,” said DTEK CEO, Maxim Timchenko.
US Ambassador to Lithuania, Kara C. McDonald, added: “The US and Lithuania are firm partners in bringing reliable energy to the region – American natural gas strengthens the national security of the US and our partners.”
KN Energies CEO, Darius Šilenskis, emphasises that the decisions made more than a decade ago during the preparation of the LNG terminal project regarding the terminal’s operating model now make it possible to meet the energy needs of Lithuania, neighbouring countries, and also Ukraine, which is shaken by the aggressor’s war.
“Klaipeda LNG terminal was among the first in the world to apply the open-access principle and a multi-user regime in its operations. The pipeline interconnections with continental Europe that emerged a few years later proved the sense and benefit of the chosen model in every respect: a regional market has been created, and the terminal’s services can be used by those who need them most at a given time. The cooperation established with D.TRADING is also a commitment for us to ensure reliable terminal operations, as in this way we contribute in every possible way to Ukraine’s goal of diversifying energy supplies from reliable sources and overcoming emerging energy security challenges,” concluded D. Šilenskis.
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Myanmar ends four-year LNG hiatus with trial cargo from Malaysia
Myanmar is expected to resume liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports next year after taking delivery of half a cargo last month, ending a more than four-year hiatus in shipments of the fuel, data and analytics firm Kpler said. This would mark the Southeast Asian nation’s return to the LNG import market, after shipments were halted amid the civil war. Since then, Myanmar has faced gas shortages and widespread power outages.
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Kpler expects Myanmar to import 0.4 million tonnes of LNG in 2026, with two restarted or upgraded LNG-to-power projects ramping up to a combined 500 megawatts (MW), said analyst Nelson Xiong, referring to the 200-MW Thanlyin power plant and the 300-MW Thaketa power plant.
According to Kpler data, the Dapeng Princess tanker had picked up the LNG from the Bintulu LNG plant in East Malaysia on November 12, before delivering it to the Thilawa FSU in the south of Myanmar.
“Kpler data shows the Thilawa floating storage unit (FSU), CNTIC VPower Energy, arrived in Yangon and berthed on November 16, while the Dapeng Princess discharged half a cargo on November 23, likely to fuel generator test runs,” Xiong said.
Myanmar’s information ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Myanmar had first started importing LNG in June 2020 with Malaysia’s Petronas delivering its first cargo to CNTIC VPower, a joint venture of Chinese state-owned engineering, procurement and construction firm China National Technical Import and Export Corporation (CNTIC) and Hong Kong-based power distributor VPower Group.
But the Southeast Asian nation halted imports just over a year later after a military coup, receiving a total of 550,000 tonnes of LNG since beginning imports. Prior to last month’s shipment, it last received an LNG cargo in August 2021, according to Kpler data.
The country’s receiving terminal situated by the Yangon River comprises an FSU and an onshore regasification unit. CNTIC and VPower Group did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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Shandong Marine Group and Shanghai Maritime University Launch LNG Ship Intelligence Laboratory
On December 24, the “LNG Ship Intelligence and Innovation Laboratory”, jointly established by Shandong Marine Group and Shanghai Maritime University, was officially inaugurated at Shanghai Maritime University, marking its commencement of operations. Jiang Guodong, Party Secretary and Chairman of Shandong Marine Group, and Song Baoru, Party Secretary of Shanghai Maritime University, attended the event and unveiled the laboratory.
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In his speech, Jiang Guodong said that in recent years, Shandong Marine Group has been based on the strategic positioning of “Shandong Province’s provincial platform for developing the ocean” and focused on the green and low-carbon development trend of ocean shipping. It has continued to increase investment in LNG ship operation and management, green and intelligent technology research and development and professional talent training, and actively contribute to the high-quality development of the shipping industry.
The establishment of this laboratory represents a pivotal step in deepening strategic cooperation between the university and the enterprise, while also serving as a significant initiative to empower the upgrading of the marine industry and support the development of a maritime power. The Group will leverage its resource advantages to provide abundant application scenarios and practical support for technological R&D and talent cultivation. This will facilitate the implementation and transformation of cutting-edge technologies such as intelligent onboard communication systems and IoT monitoring, helping the industry overcome talent shortages and technical bottlenecks. It will further drive the transformation and upgrading of LNG carriers toward high-end and intelligent solutions.
Song Baoru stated that this collaboration is a concrete measure taken by both the university and the enterprise to implement the national policy on accelerating the cultivation and opening of scenarios and promoting the large-scale application of new scenarios. The laboratory will focus on ship safety, environmental protection, and crew welfare. It will construct and deliver digital twin ships using large LNG carriers as a typical application scenario, supporting ship operation and maintenance management as well as crew skills training. Concurrently, it will independently develop a series of intelligent products including auxiliary navigation systems, energy efficiency management tools, behavioral recognition systems, and crew protection solutions. Through digital and intelligent means, these initiatives will further enhance safety management standards and safeguard national energy security.
On that day, both parties engaged in in-depth discussions on laboratory operational mechanisms, key research topics, and joint talent cultivation programs. They agreed to collaborate on breakthroughs in areas such as intelligent inspection systems for LNG carriers and the development of quality traceability systems. This partnership aims to provide robust support for technological advancements in LNG ship intelligence, drive independent innovation in China’s high-end shipping equipment and industrial chain transformation, and contribute to the high-quality development of the marine industry.
https://www.imarinenews.com/30604.html
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Technological Development for Cleaner and Greener Environment Hydrogen & Bio-Methane
PowerCell enters into an agreement with a leader in hydrogen-powered data centers
PowerCell has signed an agreement with US-based data center provider to supply two PowerCell PS190 fuel cell power systems for field validation in a data-center application. The systems will be delivered on a 6–12-month lease, starting in Q1 2026, and will be integrated with PowerCell’s Distributed Master Controller (DMC).
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“This data center provider is a pioneer indata-center operation, looking for solutions that combine resilience, scalability and zero-emission operation,” says Richard Berkling, CEO of PowerCell Group. “This agreement gives both companies a platform to validate performance and integration in a demanding application where reliability and power quality are critical. We have taken the time to design a product portfolio that is industrial, cost-competitive, and optimized for power-generation duty cycles. This is a natural next step in our strategy.”
The systems will be integrated with PowerCell’s Distributed Master Controller (DMC), the control architecture designed to coordinate and optimize multiple fuel-cell units as a unified system.
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Stargate Hydrogen Produces First Hydrogen at Fortum’s Kalla Project
Milestone confirms successful step towards commissioning of the 1MW electrolyser system in Finland. Helsinki, Finland – 17 December 2025 – Stargate Hydrogen today announced that hydrogen has been produced for the first time using the Gateway 200 electrolyser system installed at Fortum’s Kalla project in Finland. The milestone marks a key step in the delivery of the system.
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For Stargate Hydrogen, the result reinforces the company’s position as a reliable partner for industrial-scale hydrogen projects. For Fortum, it marks tangible progress toward deploying hydrogen as part of its broader energy and decarbonisation efforts.
“Reaching first hydrogen production is the result of focused work by our cross-functional commissioning team. Their commitment and attention to detail made this possible, and this milestone shows that we deliver what we promise.”
The successful production of hydrogen at the Kalla site supports Stargate Hydrogen’s longer-term goal of contributing to Finland’s development as a hydrogen hub in Europe. Each operational project strengthens local expertise, supply chains, and confidence in hydrogen technologies as part of the future energy system.
First hydrogen on site is a huge milestone! We are happy and impressed by Stargate Hydrogen’s team commitment to achieve this target.
”Collaboration within project team throughout the entire project has worked well and achieving this target is a strong confirmation of that.”
Following this milestone, the project will continue with further testing and operational activities in line with the agreed project plan.
https://hydrogen-central.com/stargate-hydrogen-produces-first-hydrogen-at-fortums-kalla-project/
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Green hydrogen construction of Italian gigafactory underway
The new plant will have a capacity of 2 GW and positions De Nora as a European reference in the production of electrolyzers for green hydrogen.
Construction of one of Italy’s most ambitious facilities for the production of green hydrogen is already underway. On the outskirts of Milan, specifically in Cernusco sul Naviglio, De Nora is leading a strategic project that promises to change the scale and speed of electrolyzer production in Europe. Together with the technical collaboration of Snam SpA, the plant will have a production capacity of up to 2 GW.
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Green hydrogen gigafactory in the service of sustainability
The building that will house the gigafactory has been conceived under principles of architectural sustainability. It will be equipped with geothermal air-conditioning systems, partially green roofs and a solar photovoltaic plant, which will contribute to the complex’s energy efficiency. In addition, materials treated with self-cleaning photocatalytic paints will be used, which will extend the durability of the infrastructure.
The site was chosen for its accessibility by sustainable means of transportation. The proximity to the Martesana bike path and metropolitan connections favors both staff mobility and links with neighboring communities. Perimeter landscaping and a bioretention garden strengthen the project’s environmental commitment.
Economic boost and community outreach
This industrial innovation center is part of the IPCEI program (Important Projects of Common European Interest) program and is financed with resources from the Italian National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). It is projected not only as a key infrastructure for the energy sector, but also as a driver of local employment and a space for scientific and cultural dissemination.
With this initiative, De Nora consolidates its position in the development of green technologies. The new plant will produce electrolyzers, components for water electrolysis water electrolysis and fuel cell and fuel cell systems, strengthening the hydrogen value chain in Europe. The planned construction progress between 2024 and 2025 marks a decisive step in the company’s commitment to a clean and sustainable energy model.
https://inspenet.com/en/noticias/gigafactory-green-hydrogen-italian/
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Harnessing long-wavelength light for sustainable hydrogen production
A novel dye-sensitized photocatalyst developed at Science Tokyo enables the capture of long-wavelength visible light for efficient hydrogen conversion, surpassing conventional photocatalysts.
By replacing the metal center of traditional complexes with osmium, the researchers achieved a photocatalyst that can absorb light with wavelengths beyond 600 nanometers. This shift in the absorption profile enables the system to harvest a broader range of the solar spectrum, generating more excited electrons to enhance hydrogen-evolution performance.
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Advanced dye‑sensitized photocatalysts for long‑wavelength solar hydrogen production
Generating hydrogen from sunlight is a promising strategy that allows clean and renewable fuel production without releasing carbon emissions. The process of solar-to-hydrogen conversion often involves the use of photocatalysts (light-absorbing catalysts) that absorb sunlight and use the solar energy for splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen.
In most conventional systems, photocatalysts only absorb a part of the visible-light spectrum, which means much of the sun’s energy remains unused. To improve the efficiency of hydrogen production, there is a need for new photocatalysts capable of capturing a wider range of sunlight.
Addressing this challenge, a research team led by Professor Kazuhiko Maeda and graduate student Haruka Yamamoto from Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo), Japan, developed a new dye-sensitized photocatalyst that can absorb long-wavelength visible light up to around 800 nanometers.
Their study, published in ACS Catalysis, reports an enhanced solar-to-hydrogen conversion efficiency—up to two times greater than that of traditional systems.
Dye-sensitized photocatalysts are photocatalyst materials produced by combining a catalyst with a dye molecule that absorbs visible light. The dye molecule acts as a mini antenna, which captures sunlight and passes the energy to the catalyst surface.
Maeda, explains:
Dye-sensitized photocatalysts typically use ruthenium complexes as the photosensitizing dyes.
” However, ruthenium-based complexes typically absorb only shorter visible wavelengths up to 600 nm”
Focusing on this factor, the team replaced the metal core of the complex, swapping ruthenium for osmium. This change dramatically broadened the range of solar absorption, allowing the photocatalyst to harness more of the sun’s energy, generating additional excited electrons that directly contribute to the hydrogen-evolution performance.
The improvement arises from the heavy-atom effect of osmium, which promotes singlet–triplet excitation, a low-energy electron transition that permits absorption of long-wavelength visible light.
Maeda, says:
In our efforts to extend the range of light absorption, osmium proved to be a key element in accessing wavelengths that ruthenium complexes could not use, leading to a two-fold increase in hydrogen production efficiency,
The enhanced efficiency suggests that the photocatalyst can convert more incoming photons into chemical energy, even under weak or diffuse sunlight. This is particularly beneficial for technologies like artificial photosynthesis and solar-energy conversion materials that work in real-world solar conditions.
While scientists continue to optimize the metal complexes, the current research lays essential groundwork for next-generation photocatalysts—paving the way for future technologies and broader use of sustainable energy.
https://hydrogen-central.com/harnessing-long-wavelength-light-for-sustainable-hydrogen-production/
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Spain’s largest green hydrogen production plant to be operational in 2026
bp and Iberdrola are making progress in the construction of the largest green hydrogen plant in Spain, a 25 MW project that will come into operation in 2026. The joint venture between bp and Iberdrola Spain announced the start of work on the country’s largest green hydrogen project, with an electrolysis capacity of 25 MW. The plant will be located next to the BP refinery in Castellón and represents a key step forward in industrial decarbonization.
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The first phase includes the earthmoving and urbanization of an area of approximately 20,000 m². Construction is expected to generate up to 500 jobs and involve the participation of some 25 Spanish companies.
Electrolyzers and renewable energy as a central focus
Civil works will begin in the second quarter of the year, while the next major milestone will be the receipt and installation of the main equipment, including the electrolyzers, scheduled for the second half of 2025.
The 25 MW electrolyzer will be powered through a renewable power purchase agreement (PPA) supplied by Iberdrola from wind and photovoltaic farms, enabling the production of green hydrogen through electrolysis of water with electricity from renewable sources.
Industrial impact and emissions reduction
The plant, developed through Castellón Green Hydrogen SL with an investment of more than 70 million euros, will come into operation in the second half of 2026. An annual production of 2,800 tons of green hydrogen is expected.
This production will make it possible to replace part of the gray hydrogen currently used in the refinery and avoid the emission of some 23,000 tons of CO₂ per year. In later phases, green hydrogen could extend its use to industrial sectors that are difficult to decarbonize, such as ceramics, the chemical industry and heavy transport in the Valencia Region.
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