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Why Future is Bright for LNG

In a recent article in “Oil Voice”, author Patrik Farkas presents the reasons that he thinks the U. S. will soon became a dominant player in the global LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) market. Since Farakas is Hungarian, he understandably views the world from a European perspective.  This is important however, as Europe is emerging as… Read More


Downside of Oil Rally

“World Oil” reports that for the first time in 16 months, natural gas prices have finally broken the $3 per Mcf (thousand cubic feet) barrier. Record demand as a result of an unusually hot summer, pipeline sales to Mexico, liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, and fuel substitution from coal to natural gas, have all helped. … Read More


LNG Exports to Double

“World Oil” reports that the U. S. and Cheniere Energy (the only company actually exporting liquefied natural gas, or LNG) are set to double exports. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has given its approval to open two more process trains at the company’s Sabine Pass facility and ship it to overseas customers. In a recently… Read More


Europe Key to LNG

As a result of the shale revolution, the domestic natural gas market was flooded with new production. This led to low prices, and an effort by operators to find new markets.  These included pipeline sales to Mexico (and to a lesser degree, Canada) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) for export.  With abundant, cheap feedstock, LNG… Read More


ARC’s Take on NG

As I have stated in previous posts, in my opinion, ARC Financial offers some of the most insightful analysis of what is going on in the oil and gas markets. These are effectively illustrated periodically via easy to understand charts with annotated observations.  Recently I perused their August 30 issue and gleaned the following observations… Read More