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Europe emerges as global LNG price-setter

27 May 2021

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets were set to tighten over the next five years, driven by a slowdown in global LNG supply growth. But Europe’s market dynamics are turbo-charging the price recovery, with TTF currently trading close to US$9 per million British thermal units (/mmbtu), a level not seen since mid-2018. Following the recent winter spot price spike in Asia, the European market has been sustaining global LNG prices, making the region a battleground for global LNG price formation, new research from global natural resources consultancy Wood Mackenzie found.

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Webinar | Middle East and North Africa Upstream

20 February 2024

2023 was a year in which the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region consolidated 2022’s gains. 2024 heralds much uncertainty: an expansion of OPEC quotas will impact short term oil production across the region while capacity expansion continues apace.

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Headwinds to tailwinds: are deepwater rig companies ready for a modernised upstream industry?

03 July 2023

How can deepwater rig companies turn current weaknesses and threats into strengths and opportunities?

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North America to lead next wave of global LNG projects

18 December 2018

North America will lead the next wave of global LNG project sanctions in 2019, with three US Gulf Coast developments expected to reach final investment decision (FID) in the first half of 2019, according to Wood Mackenzie's latest quarterly North America LNG projects update.

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The EU’s new carbon tax at the border

31 January 2020

The European Commission is proposing a new emissions-based import duty to prevent “carbon leakage”, but could face opposition from the US. This and more from Ed Crooks in this week's Energy Pulse.

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Another milestone in the decline of coal in the US

22 November 2019

In this week's Energy Pulse with Ed Crooks, the closure of the Navajo Generating Station, coal’s resilience in China, and claims of breakthroughs in solar and batteries.

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World heading for a 3°C warming trajectory, as political headwinds slow the energy transition

02 May 2024

A five-year delay to the energy transition could see the global average temperature rise to 3°C above pre-industrial levels.

Opinion

Be of good cheer! | Podcast

22 December 2023

On this episode of the Energy Gang, Ed Crooks is joined by Melissa Lott and Amy Myers Jaffe to reflect on the events and trends that have unfolded across the energy industry in 2023.

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Global upstream: 5 things to look out for in 2019

11 January 2019

The global upstream fundamentals for 2019 are encouraging, despite recent price volatility. Angus Rodgers explains why in this look ahead at five big themes in upstream oil and gas in 2019.

Opinion

Offshore influence: redefining the competitive landscape

19 August 2024

The corporate landscape of the subsea market has changed drastically over the last decade. A new wave of consolidation emerged in 2015, which forced operators to focus on two priorities – reducing costs and improving efficiency.

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Slower H2 demand across most commodities in China

28 July 2021

Demand across most commodities in China is expected to slow down in the second half of 2021, according to Wood Mackenzie’s new monthly China Economic Focus report.

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Bumpy road ahead as SEA navigates energy transition but opportunities aplenty

04 August 2021

Wood Mackenzie is organising the 2021 Southeast Asia Energy Forum today. Experts will be discussing key issues and opportunities facing the region’s energy industry over the coming decades.

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2020 gets off to a bumpy start for the refining sector

21 January 2020

This year may prove to be a strong one for the refining sector, but 2020 has had a difficult start. Wood Mackenzie expects some turbulence this year as a number of factors come together – geopolitical risk, the impact of IMO 2020 regulations, and US tight oil production slowing, among them.

The Edge

Brent’s rally toward US$60/bbl – a false dawn?

10 October 2017

Share price movements can be a good early indicator of changing fortunes. The oil and gas sector had a great month in September, jumping 8% and outperforming the broader global stock market by 6%. It’s more than just rotational buying.

Editorial

IMO 2020's knock-on effects for Gulf Coast waterborne crude flows

27 March 2019

Refiners around the world are gearing up for an industry-wide inflection point

Opinion

Trump's art of the OPEC deal

13 April 2020

In this episode of our Asia-Pacific energy podcast, we discuss this weekend's OPEC agreement.

Opinion

ASEAN at 50: new ways to foster LNG and power cooperation

17 October 2017

ASEAN has to explore new ways of energy cooperation among its members.

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Bulks most affected by Russia-Ukraine conflict; rising power prices a key concern

15 February 2022

Trade dislocations due to sanctions, high power prices and disruption to production facilities in the conflict zone are three major threats to the metals and mining industry as result of escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine, says Wood Mackenzie.

The Edge

What the Middle East conflict means for oil and LNG

03 October 2024

With escalating Middle East tensions involving Iran, the geopolitical risks are high, yet oil, gas, and LNG market responses remain muted. How much production is at risk? What vulnerable infrastructure points could disrupt supply? Why has the price reaction been subdued compared to recent regional flashpoints?

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Can the North Sea survive the price rout?

23 March 2020

The North Sea has weathered several storms in its 50-year existence. But the events of the past few weeks mean the sector is entering uncharted waters. The coronavirus pandemic and collapse in OPEC+ production restraint has seen Brent reach its lowest point since 2003.

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Japan's INPEX signs deal with Indonesia on Masela block development

17 June 2019

The HoA formalises the recent outline agreement between the Government of Indonesia and INPEX on the Masela development project.

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Chinese integrators capture 76% of global BESS market as dominance expands

30 June 2026

Chinese system integrators continued to dominate the global battery energy storage system (BESS) market in 2025, capturing 76% of global market share, according to “Global energy storage system integrator market share” 2026 by Wood Mackenzie.

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Wood Mackenzie launches first global BESS integrator ranking as battery storage installations reach an all-time high

14 July 2026

The global battery energy storage industry reached a major milestone in 2025, surpassing 100 GW of annual installations for the first time. As battery storage becomes critical infrastructure for modern power systems, Wood Mackenzie's first-ever Global Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Integrator Comprehensive Ranking finds that buyers are increasingly selecting suppliers based on their ability to deliver across the entire project lifecycle.

The Edge

Upstream cash machines

24 March 2022

Upstream has never made so much money. Higher oil and gas prices resulting from the Russia/Ukraine conflict are delivering undreamt-of cash generation in 2022.

Editorial

Strong macro headwinds provide a mixed outlook for mined commodity markets

08 October 2018

Strong macro headwinds provide a mixed outlook for mined commodity markets. Understand the factors affecting nickel, copper, aluminium, zinc, lithium and cobalt, lead and iron ore prices.

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Lens platform: Lens Solar

25 February 2025

Solar remains the forefront renewable technology in the global energy mix as power demand rises across regions. Grow and succeed in the evolving global solar market with Lens Solar.

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Buyers' market as Gulf of Mexico lease sale wraps up

20 March 2019

The US Gulf of Mexico region wide Lease Sale 252 was held today, 20 March 2019. The sale attracted 257 bids from 30 companies, with high bids totalling US$244.3 million. An increase of about $66 million (37%) from the last region-wide lease sale in August 2018.

Opinion

Tesla’s share price and the future of EVs

26 February 2021

After a spectacular rise, Tesla’s shares have been on a downward trend this month. The company’s fundamental prospects still look good

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Webinar | Developing a winning IRA strategy: how to navigate uncertainty and maximize benefits from the IRA

30 October 2024

Two years on from the introduction of the IRA, join us to discuss how developers, manufacturers, and EPCs (engineering, procurement and construction companies) are maximising project success and making the most of benefits provided by this landmark bill.

Opinion

Which Supermajors’ portfolios are most resilient?

16 September 2020

In an uncertain and volatile world, having upstream assets that can cope with both the highs and lows of oil prices is a priority

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Europe emerges as global LNG price-setter

Webinar | Middle East and North Africa Upstream

Headwinds to tailwinds: are deepwater rig companies ready for a modernised upstream industry?

North America to lead next wave of global LNG projects

The EU’s new carbon tax at the border

Another milestone in the decline of coal in the US

World heading for a 3°C warming trajectory, as political headwinds slow the energy transition

Be of good cheer! | Podcast

Global upstream: 5 things to look out for in 2019

Offshore influence: redefining the competitive landscape

Slower H2 demand across most commodities in China

Bumpy road ahead as SEA navigates energy transition but opportunities aplenty

2020 gets off to a bumpy start for the refining sector

Brent’s rally toward US$60/bbl – a false dawn?

IMO 2020's knock-on effects for Gulf Coast waterborne crude flows

Trump's art of the OPEC deal

ASEAN at 50: new ways to foster LNG and power cooperation

Bulks most affected by Russia-Ukraine conflict; rising power prices a key concern

What the Middle East conflict means for oil and LNG

Can the North Sea survive the price rout?

Japan's INPEX signs deal with Indonesia on Masela block development

Chinese integrators capture 76% of global BESS market as dominance expands

Wood Mackenzie launches first global BESS integrator ranking as battery storage installations reach an all-time high

Upstream cash machines

Strong macro headwinds provide a mixed outlook for mined commodity markets

Lens platform: Lens Solar

Buyers' market as Gulf of Mexico lease sale wraps up

Tesla’s share price and the future of EVs

Webinar | Developing a winning IRA strategy: how to navigate uncertainty and maximize benefits from the IRA

Which Supermajors’ portfolios are most resilient?

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