Asia

• Singapore: Singapore LNG Corporation has commenced construction on a new LNG truck loading facility on Jurong Island to enhance distribution capabilities for cleaner fuel alternatives in the region. This project supports growing demand for LNG in transportation and aims for operational readiness soon. Source: https://www.lngindustry.com/small-scale-lng/01092025/singapore-lng-begins-construction-of-new-lng-truck-loading-facility/
• China: China has strengthened energy ties with Russia, receiving its first cargo from the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project, marking a test of U.S. sanctions. This includes increased Russian LNG imports amid stalled new pipeline talks, with deliveries via shadow fleet vessels. Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/china-receives-first-arctic-lng-2-cargo-ahead-putins-visit-data-shows-2025-08-29/
• Japan: Hokkaido Gas is actively seeking additional LNG cargoes to meet domestic needs, reflecting ongoing efforts to secure stable supplies amid global market fluctuations. Source: https://lngjournal.com/

Africa

• Mozambique: Saipem anticipates the restart of TotalEnergies’ $20 billion Mozambique LNG project by end of summer 2025, following security improvements and force majeure lift preparations. Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/italys-saipem-sees-mozambique-lng-project-restarting-by-end-summer-2025-07-24/

North America

• United States: Argent LNG has submitted key filings (Letter of Intent and Preliminary Waterway Suitability Assessment) to advance its Port Fourchon LNG export terminal in Louisiana, targeting enhanced export capacity. Source: https://worldoil.com/news/2025/8/29/argent-lng-submits-key-filings-to-advance-port-fourchon-lng-project/
• Canada: Developers are progressing with LNG Canada, Woodfibre LNG, and Cedar LNG projects, with first exports expected from LNG Canada in summer 2025, boosting North America’s export capacity. Source: https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=62984

South America

• Colombia: Caribe LNG secured financing from ArtCap Strategies for its FSU-based LNG import terminal, enabling fast-track development to meet regional energy demands. Source: https://lngjournal.com/

Europe

• Netherlands: VTTI and Höegh Evi have completed the first phase of permits for the Zeeland Energy Terminal, advancing infrastructure for LNG imports. Source: https://lngjournal.com/
• Switzerland: Axpo targets ‘streamlined’ LNG deliveries in the Mediterranean. Source: https://www.offshore-energy.biz/digitalization-at-work-axpo-targets-streamlined-lng-deliveries-in-the-mediterranean/
• Switzerland: WinGD joins MAMII to help cut methane slip from shipping. Source: https://www.offshore-energy.biz/wingd-joins-mamii-to-help-cut-methane-slip-from-shipping/

Russia

• A Russian shadow fleet LNG carrier, Arctic Metagaz, halted on the Northern Sea Route near ice edge, highlighting challenges in sanctioned exports amid growing ties with China. Source: https://gcaptain.com/russian-shadow-fleet-lng-carrier-without-ice-class-stops-reverses-on-northern-sea-route-near-ice-edge/
• Russia, China move closer on gas. Source: https://www.energyintel.com/00000199-04b0-d8c0-a39f-46faa5490000

Middle East

• Yemen/Saudi Arabia: Houthis claimed a missile launch at an Israeli-linked tanker near Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, raising concerns over supply disruptions in key shipping routes. Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/lng/
• Pakistan: Pakistan is negotiating with Qatar to defer LNG deliveries in 2026 due to weak demand, reflecting regional market adjustments. Source: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2613026/pakistan

Australia

• Australia: Documents revealed a nearly 20-year methane leak at Santos’ Darwin LNG facility, equivalent to adding 8,300 cars annually to roads, prompting calls for government intervention and highlighting environmental concerns. Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-01/methane-leak-darwin-lng-plant-kept-secret-from-public/105692718