Russia’s war in Ukraine will not hinder Europe’s energy transition, DNV says
6
Apr
Norway-based classification society DNV has revealed within its new analysis that the war in Ukraine will not derail Europe’s energy transition. Instead, it is expected to speed it up as countries pivot towards renewables in a bid to become independent from Russian gas more quickly, leading to faster decarbonisation. Turning
Singapore: Industry partners to study ammonia bunkering safety, promote fuel supply base
6
Apr
Japenese ITOCHU Corporation has launched the joint study framework (JSF) for ammonia bunkering safety and signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to jointly promote the development of an ammonia fuel supply base in Singapore. The events took place on 6 April
Taichung LNG expansion FEED awarded to DGPS
6
Apr
DGPS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Osaka Gas, has been awarded front end engineering & design (FEED) contract for the expansion of the Taichung LNG receiving terminal in Taiwan. NG Tanks in CPC Taichung LNG Receiving Terminal (Phase-2); Photo: Business Wire Daigas Gas and Power Solution (DGPS) has received FEED and
IEEFA: Not the time for emerging Asian markets to build new LNG import terminals
6
Apr
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) says that the Ukrainian crisis impacts on energy markets may stop emerging markets in Asia from securing imported LNG supplies. The Russian invasion of Ukraine can have longer-term impacts on already volatile energy markets. According to the new report from IEEFA,
Six players to establish 1st green e-methanol plant in Southeast Asia
6
Apr
Six international energy companies have formed a partnership to establish the first green e-methanol plant in Asia. Illustration; Courtesy of Port of Singapore PTT Exploration and Production, Air Liquide, YTL PowerSeraya, Oiltanking Asia Pacific, Kenoil Marine Services, and A.P. Moller – Maersk have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on
MPA, K Line join study on ammonia as marine fuel in Singapore
6
Apr
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Japanese shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) will participate in the feasibility study jointly conducted since March 2021 by the SABRE consortium with the aim to establish a ship-to-ship based ammonia bunkering in the Port of Singapore, the largest bunkering
Concordia Damen, STC pick Zepp.solutions for training vessel
6
Apr
Dutch shipyard Concordia Damen and maritime educational institution STC Group have picked zepp.solutions to supply a hydrogen fuel cell system and storage solution for a training vessel. The STC traning ship Ab Initio; Courtesy of STC Group The Ab Initio is a 67 meter-long ship that will serve the practical
Chariot, Port of Rotterdam ink green hydrogen import MOU
6
Apr
Chariot, an Africa-focused transitional energy company, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Dutch Port of Rotterdam International, a global energy hub and Europe’s largest seaport which handles a significant portion of Europe’s total energy demand. As informed, the MoU represents a first step towards establishing supply chains
Jiangnan orders GTT tank design for its 1st large LNGCs
6
Apr
Chinese shipyard Jiangnan has ordered tank design for two large LNG carriers (LNGCs) it is building for Adnoc from the French LNG containment specialist GTT. Courtesy of Jiangnan On 5 April, GTT said in a statement that it received in March order from its partner the Chinese shipyard, a subsidiary
Santos makes ‘important step’ on the path towards Dorado FID
5
Apr
Australian energy company Santos has made what it described as an important step on the path towards a final investment decision on the Dorado project located offshore Australia, which is expected in mid-2022. Australia’s Minister for Resources and Water, Keith Pitt, in a statement on Tuesday welcomed a significant step
Norway awards CCS licenses to Equinor, Horisont Energi, Vår Energi
5
Apr
The Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has awarded carbon capture and storage (CCUS) licenses to Equinor, Horisont Energi, and Vår Energi. Illustration; Courtesy of Horisont Energi CCUS is necessary for achieving the climate goals. Carbon transport and storage infrastructure (CCS) is crucial for providing CO2 solutions on a commercial basis. Safe