Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Gas Use News

US permits talks about Lukoil’s foreign assets to continue until February 28,

The U.S. Department of Treasury on Wednesday extended the license for companies to 'talk' with Russian energy giant Lukoil regarding buying their foreign assets by more than one month, until February 28, 2019.

Saudi Aramco signs long-term supply agreement with Commonwealth LNG

Three people with knowledge of the deal say that 'Saudi Aramco signed a contract with Commonwealth LNG for the U.S. LNG company to supply 1 million metric tons per annum. Saudi Aramco…

Sources say that the Italian government is poised to support a new mandate for Eni CEO

Three sources said that Italy's prime minister Giorgia Meoni was ready to support Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi in a bid to secure a 'new three-year term' at the energy company. This would…

Climate activist shareholder group pushes BP, Shell on plans for declining oil demand

The group Follow This, a climate activist shareholder group, and more than?20 investors filed resolutions on Wednesday asking BP and Shell how they would create value if the global demand for gas and oil declined.

Sources say that the Italian government is poised to support a new mandate for Eni CEO

Three sources said that Italy's Prime minister Giorgia Meoni was ready to support Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi in a bid to extend his tenure as the group's longest-serving leader for another three-year period.

Climate activist shareholder group pushes BP, Shell on plans for declining oil demand

The group Follow This, a climate activist shareholder group, and'more than '20 other investors filed resolutions on Wednesday calling on BP to explain how it will generate value if the global demand for gas and oil declines.

Globe and Mail reports that Canadian Natural is in negotiations to purchase Tourmaline's Natgas portfolio.

Canadian Natural Resources has entered into negotiations to buy a portfolio of natural gas properties worth more than $1 billion from Tourmaline Oil Corp., the Globe and Mail reported Wednesday.

Viaro Energy's purchase of Shell and Exxon UK gas assets fails

Shell and Exxon Mobil halted the sale of natural-gas assets in Britain's Southern North Sea to a British oil producer, Viaro Energy. Shell announced this in a Wednesday statement. Shell…

BP warns of up to $5 billion in impairments due to energy transition and weak oil trading

BP said that it expects to book between $4 and $5 billion of impairments during the fourth quarter. These are mainly related its energy transformation businesses. It also noted a weak oil trading.

EIA: US natgas production to reach record highs in 2026 while demand declines

The U.S. Energy Information Administration said Tuesday that the U.S. Natural Gas output will reach a record high by 2026 while demand is expected to decline. EIA predicted dry gas…

Nigeria invests $2 billion to support energy transition

Nigeria's energy transition is being driven by green finance. The president announced plans on Tuesday for a $2 billion climate fund, saying that the oversubscribed green bond was proof of investor interest.

Norway awards 57 drilling licenses in offshore oil and gas exploration round

Norway's Energy Minister told an industry conference that the country awarded shares in 57 offshore oil exploration licenses to 19 companies as part of its annual licensing round. The…

Power prices rise due to higher carbon costs and fuel costs

The European power price curve rose on Tuesday as a result of higher carbon contract prices and firmer gas prices. Analysts at Engie EnergyScan stated that the effects of the price…

Gas prices in Europe reach 10-week high amid Iran tensions

Early trade on Europe's benchmark contract for gas reached a 10-week-high, continuing the bullish trend from?the last session amid forecasts of increased demand, short covering and geopolitical tensions regarding Iran.

Diamondback Energy reports lower oil prices in the fourth quarter

Diamondback Energy, the U.S. producer of shale oil, announced on Monday that its oil prices were lower in 'the fourth quarter' compared with 'the previous three months. The price of…

US oil lobby group supports repeal of climate rule for vehicles but not power plants

According to its president, the American Petroleum Institute supports EPA's proposal to repeal greenhouse gas regulations for vehicles. However, it does not support the proposal for…

Sources say that BP's interim CEO has pledged to continue focusing on costs after Auchincloss' departure.

According to a pair of people who attended the meeting, BP's interim CEO Carol Howle said that the company is focusing on cost -cutting and maintaining its current strategy. Howle was…

US Supreme Court rejects Citigroup's appeal in lawsuit against Mexican oil company fraud

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Citigroup’s appeal on Monday, despite the fact that the lawsuit accused the?bank for orchestrating a massive fraud against the Mexican oil and gas company Oceanografia.

Norway will outline future oil and gas drilling in its 2027 policy update

The Norwegian government announced 'on Monday' that it would present to the parliament a document next year on 'the future of oil and gas', which will include companies' access rights to exploration land.

Ghana pays $1.47 billion to settle energy debts

Ghana's Finance Ministry announced on Monday that the government will pay $1.47 billion to settle legacy energy sector debts in 2025, including restoring a depleted World Bank guarantee, and paying arrears to power producers.