The approved guidelines define the quality and specification of CBG, installation procedures for CBG injection facilities, safety requirements such as odorisation and control systems, among other specifications. The guidelines will facilitate stakeholders in developing infrastructure, including project developers, CGD entities, technology providers and investors, the downstream regulator said.

The move would significantly improve project viability through assured market access, facilitate financing and infrastructure planning, and accelerate scale-up of CBG production across the country.

 “The integration of CBG into the natural gas grid is expected to enhance the availability of domestically produced green gas, reduce dependence on imported LNG, improve energy security, and support India’s climate and carbon reduction goals,” said PNGRB.

Pipeline-based evacuation of CBG will facilitate higher utilisation of agricultural residue, cattle dung, municipal solid waste and other organic feedstocks, it added.

PNGRB said the guidelines have been developed through an extensive and inclusive consultative process. A technical committee comprising representatives from CBG producers, CGD entities and NGPL pipeline operators was constituted to address the technical, operational and safety aspects specific to CBG injection.

https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/pngrb-approves-guidelines-for-cbg-injection-into-gas-networks-126021101641_1.html

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The expansion is aimed at providing more families with reliable, affordable and convenient access to cleaner energy.

PETROS said the Taman Saberkas Jaya project reflects its commitment to improving Sarawakians’ livelihoods by increasing domestic gas utilisation and enhancing energy access for local communities.

The initiative is part of the Sarawak Gas Roadmap (SGR), a strategic programme of the Sarawak Government, implemented by PETROS.

The project involved internal gas piping installations within residential homes, as well as extensive construction of gas mains along the Bintulu-Samalaju coastal road to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of piped natural gas to the neighbourhood.

With the latest phase completed, four households in Taman Saberkas Jaya are now using piped natural gas for cooking and daily household needs.

PETROS said 21 homes are scheduled to be connected progressively by the end of February 2026.

The completion of the gas main reticulation pipeline to Taman Saberkas Jaya also establishes a strategic infrastructure platform to support future expansion of the gas distribution network to surrounding residential, commercial and industrial developments along the Bintulu-Samalaju coastal corridor.

PETROS said the initiative supports its broader target of increasing statewide domestic gas utilisation from six per cent to at least 30 per cent by 2030, in line with Sarawak’s long-term energy security and energy transition goals.

The expansion of residential piped gas supply in Bintulu also underscores PETROS’ role as Sarawak’s sole gas aggregator, as the company continues to develop, expand, manage and maintain critical gas and energy infrastructure across the state.

PETROS reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Sarawak’s gas utilisation agenda under the Sarawak Gas Roadmap, with the aim of ensuring that the state’s gas resources deliver inclusive and sustainable benefits to the people of Sarawak.

https://www.sarawaktribune.com/petros-expands-residential-piped-natural-gas-supply/

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The first LNG cargo will arrive in Revithoussa, with its delivery to Ukraine scheduled in March.

The quantities to be delivered will be transported via Route 1 (Greece – Bulgaria – Romania – Moldova – Ukraine). The maximum transport quantity may reach up to 1 million MWh (1 TWh), depending on the available capacity of the gas network operators.

This agreement is the first major commercial transaction of Atlantic-See LNG Trade, which was established last November, and contributes to the further leverage of the Vertical Gas Corridor in Southeastern Europe, allowing the transport of gas from Greece to Ukraine via interconnected infrastructure.

It is recalled that Atlantic-See LNG Trade has already entered into a long-term agreement with Venture Global for the supply of LNG from the United States starting in 2030.

“With the delivery of the first U.S. LNG cargo in March, we are moving from planning to execution, commercially leveraging the infrastructure of the Vertical Corridor that enhances interconnectivity and diversification of supply sources in the wider region,” said Konstantinos Xifaras, chairman of Atlantic-See LNG Trade S.A. and CEO of DEPA Commercial.

Greek minister of environment and energy Stavros Papastavrou spoke to tv channel ERT news and the program “Newsroom” about the critical energy developments concerning the Vertical Corridor.

As he said, Europe’s recent decision to completely disentangle from Russian natural gas by 2027 represents a shift in the balance of the wider region. In this new environment, Greece via the Vertical Corridor, enhances its role as a reliable energy hub in the region.

https://shippingtelegraph.com/lng-amp-amp-lpg-news/first-u-s-lng-sale-agreement-signed-with-ukraine/

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“These agreements mark a significant strategic partnership and market expansion,” said Caturus CEO David Lawler. “Mercuria’s global reach can help Commonwealth distribute our LNG to a broader international community, while Mercuria gains a competitive edge with additional supply sources.”

“This agreement reflects Mercuria’s commitment to securing long-term, reliable LNG supply from high-quality U.S. projects,” said Brian Falik, President of Mercuria Americas. “Commonwealth LNG’s integrated approach, strong resource backing and focus on responsible, low-emission production align well with our strategy to serve global customers with dependable and competitively priced energy. We are pleased to partner with Commonwealth and Caturus as they advance a project that will play an important role in meeting growing international demand for LNG.”

With the signing of the Mercuria SPA, Commonwealth has secured long-term, binding offtake agreements for 7 of the facility’s 9.5 Mtpa permitted capacity, including commitments from prominent energy industry participants Glencore, JERA, PETRONAS, and EQT.  Final negotiations are underway for the facility’s remaining capacity.

In August, Kimmeridge announced a rebranding that saw Commonwealth LNG and Kimmeridge’s upstream operations (formerly Kimmeridge Texas Gas) combined under a new platform called Caturus. Caturus is building the nation’s leading integrated natural gas and LNG company, with a unique wellhead-to-water strategy that will deliver responsibly sourced, low-emission fuel to global markets.

The SPA will become fully effective upon the satisfaction of customary conditions, including an affirmative final investment decision on the project.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/commonwealth-lng-announces-20-year-lng-sale-and-gas-supply-agreements-with-mercuria-302677987.html

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Separately, QatarEnergy is set to reach a long-term sales agreement as soon as this week to supply LNG to Malaysia’s Petroliam NasionalBhd, according to people familiar with the matter. The companies didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.

The binding agreement with Jera, one of the longest for a Japanese buyer in years, is a shot in the arm for Qatar. The Middle East producer had steadily lost business in Japan — the world’s second-largest LNG buyer — as the nation’s utilities opted for more flexible supply from rival exporters including the US. Meanwhile, Qatar needs customers for its massive expansion, which will almost double export capacity to 142 million tons by 2030.

“It ensures we remain fully aligned with Japan’s national policy and the energy transition goals, securing a stable and resilient energy future for the nation,” according to a statement from Jera.

But Qatari LNG contracts have some of the strictest terms, like so-called destination clauses, that don’t allow for easy resale of supply. And with the future of Japanese gas demand uncertain due in part to potential nuclear reactor restarts, companies have been reluctant to commit to supply that can’t easily be traded or redirected.

A Japanese company hasn’t signed an LNG purchase agreement with Qatar in more than a decade, according to data compiled by BloombergNEF. Jera decided not to renew a large purchase contract it had with Qatar when it lapsed in 2021, and has been in negotiations for new supply with the country for years.

QatarEnergy also signed a non-binding agreement with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and Jera to supply Japan with additional LNG during emergency situations, according to a statement from Qatar.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-03/qatar-set-to-sign-new-lng-sales-deal-with-japan-utility-jera

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Under the agreement, LNG will be supplied on a delivered ex-ship (DES) basis from Qatar’s LNG production facilities.

As one of the world’s largest producers with abundant natural gas reserves, Qatar has long been a cornerstone of Japan’s energy security, notably providing critical emergency LNG supplies following the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011.

As Japan expects an increase in electricity demand driven by the expansion of data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, and other energy-intensive infrastructure, gas-fired power generation will continue to play a critical role in maintaining Japan’s energy stability.

The procurement aligns with Japan’s Seventh Strategic Energy Plan, which positions natural gas as an important energy source even after achieving carbon neutrality, underscoring the importance of securing long-term, stable LNG supplies.

“We are delighted to achieve this milestone and to further deepen our steadfast relationship with QatarEnergy. This agreement solidifies a vital pillar of JERA’s strategy to strengthen our global portfolio and support the surging energy demand of tomorrow. It ensures we remain fully aligned with Japan’s national policy and the energy transition goals, securing a stable and resilient energy future for the nation,” said Yukio Kani, Global CEO and Chair of JERA.

https://www.oedigital.com/news/535253-japan-s-jera-agrees-long-term-lng-supply-from-middle-east

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The SPA was signed in Doha at a ceremony held alongside the 21st International Conference & Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas “LNG2026.”

This marks the first long-term LNG SPA between the two state-owned energy corporations.

The agreement underscores Qatar’s expanding role as one of the world’s leading LNG suppliers, as the country advances major production growth projects aimed at increasing its export capacity later this decade.

According to the press release, the deal “reflects the continued confidence and trust between the two organizations and underscores their shared vision for a sustainable energy future and the strengthening of bilateral cooperation.”

The signatories were Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the minister of state for energy affairs as well as president and CEO of QatarEnergy, and YM Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengku Kamadjaja Aziz, the president and group CEO of Petronas.

Al-Kaabi stated: “QatarEnergy is pleased to enter into this new LNG SPA with Petronas, which highlights our continued commitment to support the growing energy needs of Malaysia as well as our customers across the globe.”

QatarEnergy stated the agreement reflects its ongoing dedication to strengthening global partnerships, promoting cleaner energy solutions, and supporting the economic development goals of key markets worldwide.

On Feb. 3, QatarEnergy signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and JERA, the country’s largest power generation company, for supplying Japan with additional liquefied natural gas quantities during emergency situations.

The MoU, signed on the sidelines of the same conference in Doha, stipulates QatarEnergy’s response in the event of unforeseen emergencies that could affect Japan, such as natural disasters. The agreement also includes mechanisms for bilateral consultation on appropriate response measures in such situations.

The MoU also underlines QatarEnergy’s role in ensuring energy security to all its customers through access to supplemental LNG volumes during emergencies and supply disruptions, it said in a press release. It also emphasizes Qatar’s ability to provide stable LNG supplies as well as its well established reputation as a reliable and trustworthy energy provider.

https://www.arabnews.com/node/2631714/amp

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The talks come as Greece seeks to bolster its role as a transit route for gas into Europe and as the continent prepares to halt Russian gas imports by late 2027, intensifying competition for long‑term LNG supply and increasing pressure on governments to avoid being caught short.

“If Europe doesn’t want to be again hostage to gas, they need to secure long-term agreements with the United States… to secure balance in the future and availability of gas at reasonable prices,” CEO Alexandros Exarchou told Reuters in an interview.

Atlantic Sea LNG Trade, which imports LNG into Greece and sells it on to central Europe and Ukraine, aims to firm up an agreement during a meeting in Washington on February 24, he said.

“Now (is) the best possible time to negotiate prices for the future,” Exarchou said, arguing that prices might be “significantly higher” in future due to tighter markets after 2030 when available supply may not meet demand.

The company is negotiating long-term deals with U.S. suppliers and is holding parallel discussions with potential buyers across the Vertical Gas Corridor – a route to transport gas from Greece through central Europe and Ukraine. Those potential buyers are in Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Moldova, Austria and potentially Ukraine, he said.

“We see serious demand in consumer consumption in the North (of the corridor). For instance, in Romania, Hungary and Moldova the consumer consumption of gas is very high, whereas industrial is more as you go towards the South,” Exarchou said.

On Monday, Atlantic Sea LNG Trade signed its first U.S. LNG contract with Ukraine, with a cargo scheduled for delivery in March via Greece’s Revithoussa terminal and onward to Ukraine’s energy company Naftogaz through Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova.

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/greek-joint-venture-seeks-20-year-us-lng-deal-strengthen-southern-europes-gas-2026-02-06/

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The talks come as Greece seeks to bolster its role as a transit route for gas into Europe and as the continent prepares to halt Russian gas imports by late 2027, intensifying competition for long‑term LNG supply and increasing pressure on governments to avoid being caught short.

“If Europe doesn’t want to be again hostage to gas, they need to secure long-term agreements with the United States… to secure balance in the future and availability of gas at reasonable prices,” CEO Alexandros Exarchou told Reuters in an interview.

Atlantic Sea LNG Trade, which imports LNG into Greece and sells it on to central Europe and Ukraine, aims to firm up an agreement during a meeting in Washington on February 24, he said.

“Now (is) the best possible time to negotiate prices for the future,” Exarchou said, arguing that prices might be “significantly higher” in future due to tighter markets after 2030 when available supply may not meet demand.

The company is negotiating long-term deals with U.S. suppliers and is holding parallel discussions with potential buyers across the Vertical Gas Corridor – a route to transport gas from Greece through central Europe and Ukraine. Those potential buyers are in Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Moldova, Austria and potentially Ukraine, he said.

“We see serious demand in consumer consumption in the North (of the corridor). For instance, in Romania, Hungary and Moldova the consumer consumption of gas is very high, whereas industrial is more as you go towards the South,” Exarchou said.

On Monday, Atlantic Sea LNG Trade signed its first U.S. LNG contract with Ukraine, with a cargo scheduled for delivery in March via Greece’s Revithoussa terminal and onward to Ukraine’s energy company Naftogaz through Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova.

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/greek-joint-venture-seeks-20-year-us-lng-deal-strengthen-southern-europes-gas-2026-02-06/

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A total of 32 tonnes was supplied to fill the 32km-long pipeline, according to Gasunie, whose subsidiary Hynetwork is developing the network.

The pipeline in Rotterdam establishes a crucial link between the city’s port and industrial customers in the surrounding region and will be connected to the Dutch hydrogen network.

The Delta Rhine Corridor will connect Rotterdam to industry further afield in the Netherlands, but also to Germany and broader hydrogen infrastructure across north-western Europe, laying the foundation for widespread industrial decarbonisation and greater European energy security.The filling operations were performed in partnership with electrolyser supplier Plug Power and Dutch Hydrogen Network Manager Niels van Pagee described it as a challenging process.

“Within a short time span and under a tight deadline, dozens of trailers carrying containers full of green hydrogen had to make their way from northern Germany to the Maasvlakte industrial area near Rotterdam, where we had set up a temporary filling site,” he said.

German utility Uniper has advanced plans to build a large 500MW electrolyser to produce green hydrogen. It will start with a 200MW unit in the first phase, which could produce 20,000 tonnes of hydrogen a year.

Developing a cohesive, pan-European hydrogen network, often referred to as the European Hydrogen Backbone, faces significant economic, technical, and regulatory hurdles.

While the EU has set ambitious targets to decarbonise, projects are experiencing delays, cancellations, and high costs, creating a ‘chicken-and-egg’ scenario between production and infrastructure development.

Moreover green hydrogen remains expensive, with high production costs ($4–$6/kg), leading to low demand and slow market uptake.

https://hydrogeneurope.eu/dutch-hydrogen-network-receives-first-green-hydrogen/

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The studies funded by ARENA will focus on the project’s green hydrogen production at Boodarie near Port Hedland and supply to industry, as well as environmental and social considerations.

It gives a new boost to the development after oil and gas major BP pulled out of the scheme amid its reset back toward fossil fuels.

CEO of the AREH project company, Neil Parker, said the funding would bring the project closer to realisation.

Hydrogen produced by the mega project is planned to be used for green iron and ammonia production, which could be exported to Asian buyers.

ICE’s Head of Australia, Isaac Hinton, said the project could help preserve the Pilbara’s iron ore industry.

“There is an incredible strategic opportunity for the Pilbara to combine its world-class renewable energy and iron ore resources to capture more of the value chain,” he said.

The new funding provides a boost to ICE’s ambitions in Western Australia.

Despite wider industry concerns about demand for hydrogen products from projects of such scale, ICE remains confident.

ICE CEO Alex Tancock previously told H2 View that the AREH project would have the capacity to meet just 4% of the region’s iron ore exports. “Demand there is going to be ginormous,” he said.

https://www.h2-view.com/story/arena-backs-studies-for-26gw-green-hydrogen-iron-ammonia-project-in-the-pilbara/2137205.article/

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Commissioned in 2024, the OX1 plant is testing the start-up’s SAF production technology, slated to simplify the traditional multi-stage SAF production pathway, which the firm claims will reduce complexity, losses, and carbon intensity.

The plant currently has capacity to produce 1.2 litres of fuel per day.

https://www.gasworld.com/story/uk-saf-start-up-begins-using-green-hydrogen-in-pilot-plant/2172366.article

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The initial segment, located within the Port of Rotterdam, now connects the strategic industrial hub directly to hydrogen supply lines.

To christen the infrastructure, Gasunie utilized green hydrogen supplied by Plug Power, transported from a production facility in northern Germany.

Niels van Pagee, Gasunie’s hydrogen network manager, described the commissioning as a logistical feat that required rapid coordination.

“It was quite a challenging process,” van Pagee said. “Within a short time span and under a tight deadline, dozens of trailers carrying containers full of green hydrogen had to make their way from northern Germany to the Maasvlakte industrial area near Rotterdam, where we had set up a temporary filling site.”

This 32-kilometer stretch serves as the foundation for an ambitious 1,200-kilometer nationwide grid.

Once complete, the network will link the major industrial ports of Zeeland, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Noord, while eventually integrating with neighboring energy networks in Germany.

The project’s progress comes after a period of significant uncertainty. In December 2024, Gasunie was forced to push the project’s completion timeline back by three years, citing a sluggish hydrogen market that made infrastructure investment difficult to justify.

These headwinds persisted into 2025, with the company noting that familiar regulatory and economic hurdles continued to hamper construction.

Despite these setbacks, the Port of Rotterdam remains a focal point for clean energy investment.

Local officials hope the port will not only host domestic production but also serve as the primary gateway for importing hydrogen carriers intended for the wider European market.

With the first section now pressurized and operational, the Netherlands moves one step closer to its goal of becoming a central hydrogen hub for the continent.

https://www.pipeline-journal.net/news/gasunie-completes-first-32km-segment-dutch-national-hydrogen-pipeline-network

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The progress comes against a more uncertain backdrop as Neom faces a radical restructure. It also follows shifting fiscal priorities and increased scrutiny of delayed or shelved projects across the kingdom, as private-sector investment has lagged.

Neom Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is an equal joint venture between US-listed industrial gases supplier Air Products & Chemicals, Saudi-listed renewables company Acwa Power and Neom, to build what the partners describe as the world’s largest green hydrogen plant.

Acwa and Neom are backed by the $1 trillion Public Investment Fund.

Green hydrogen is a clean fuel made by using electricity generated from renewable energy. It offers a low-carbon alternative for heavy industry and long-distance transport.

Gulf producers see an opportunity because they have abundant sun and land for cheap renewables, existing energy and export infrastructure, as they look to diversify revenues away from oil. However, securing long-term contracts has been complicated because most markets do not yet have enough terminals to receive the fuel.

Air Products said in its first-quarter earnings presentation that the Neom plant’s solar and wind power infrastructure is more than 95 percent complete and production is on track to begin mid-2027.

The company is also close to a deal with Norway’s Yara International to market up to 1.2 million tonnes a year of green ammonia from Neom.

 “We are in advanced negotiations on a marketing and distribution agreement where Yara would distribute and commercialise all the renewable ammonia that is not used by Air Products to produce green hydrogen in Europe,” Eduardo Menezes, CEO and director, said.

“We expect to have that agreement finalised in the first half of 2026.”

NGHC has a 30-year off-take agreement with Air Products for all the green ammonia produced at the $8 billion Neom facility. But lining up buyers has proved difficult.

Hydrogen is difficult and expensive to ship over long distances, so it is converted to green ammonia, which is more stable and cheaper to transport. At import terminals, the ammonia is “cracked” back into hydrogen.

Plans to supply hydrogen to the UK hit delays last year after Air Products paused development of its £2 billion ($2.7 billion) import terminal at the Port of Immingham.

The terminal was meant to take in green ammonia from Neom and convert it into hydrogen for British industrial use, but was put on hold over uncertainty on UK government incentives.

Neom has a confirmed agreement with French energy company Total Energies to supply 70,000 tonnes of ammonia a year from 2030 and 2045 – roughly a third of planned output.

Air Products is also working on receiving terminals in the Netherlands and Germany.

The Neom plant is designed to produce up to 600 tonnes a day of carbon-free hydrogen, which will be converted into green ammonia for export. It will be powered by up to 4GW of wind and solar generation.

Air Products’ first‑quarter net profit rose about 10 percent from a year earlier.

Menezes said the Neom joint venture is not expected to be loss-making as it increases production.

Pointing to Saudi’s renewables market, he said power can be bought for less than $0.02 per kilowatt-hour, among the lowest rates in the world.

“It’s not going to be at a loss,” he said. “The power economics make sense.”

https://www.agbi.com/giga-projects/2026/02/neom-green-hydrogen-project-nears-completion/

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Core Technology Enables World-Class Storage and Transport Solutions

The new 20-foot Type 4 hydrogen MEGC integrates CIMC-Hexagon’s global technology resources with local manufacturing strength. It features a composite Type 4 cylinder, offering high storage capacity, light weight, modular flexibility, and enhanced safety. With an operating pressure of 38 MPa, a standard 40ft container configuration can store more than one ton of hydrogen.

The MEGC meets stringent international standards including ADR 6.8 and TPED (2010/35/EU), and is designed for compliance with other global transport regulations. Suitable for road, rail, inland waterway, it addresses the growing need for efficient, economical hydrogen logistics. Compared to traditional solutions, it offers superior weight reduction, greater capacity, and intermodal compatibility — significantly lowering the total cost of ownership and cost per kilogram of hydrogen transported. Its modular design supports configurations from 10 to 45 feet, providing flexibility for diverse customer needs and optimizing lifecycle costs for medium- to long-distance, high-volume hydrogen transport.

CIMC-Hexagon combines the strengths of its parent companies: Hexagon Purus’s six decades of experience in composite high-pressure hydrogen storage and validation from over 700 MEGC systems deployed worldwide, together with CIMC ENRIC’s full industry chain layout in hydrogen equipment and decades of energy equipment manufacturing expertise. This enables full-process control from core components to system integration, ensuring world-leading product performance and reliability.

Dual-Market Strategy Advances Commercial Hydrogen Storage and Transport

CIMC-Hexagon is pursuing a “Asia first, domestic follow” dual-market strategy. Initially, it will leverage CIMC ENRIC’s foundation in Southeast Asia to expand into the Asian regional markets, capturing new share with certified, compliant products. Simultaneously, the company will advance R&D and certification for a full series of MEGCs at different pressure levels, continuously enriching its product portfolio.

In the domestic market, CIMC-Hexagon will actively participate in shaping hydrogen storage and transport standards, promoting the compliant application of MEGC products within China’s hydrogen infrastructure to support the nation’s “dual carbon” goals. Going forward, the company will fully leverage synergies from its parent companies in technology, channels, and production capacity to optimize costs and delivery efficiency. It will provide customized solutions for regional market needs, gradually building a sales and service network, aiming to become a core supplier in hydrogen storage and transport equipment.

CIMC-Hexagon remains committed to technology-driven innovation, deeper integration of parent company resources, and the localization of hydrogen storage and transport solutions. The company strives to provide critical equipment support for the large-scale development of the hydrogen industry and contribute to a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy system.

https://hydrogen-central.com/cimc-hexagon-chinas-first-type-4-hydrogen-megc-successfully-rolls-off-production-line/

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