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The Blackcomb question: can the pipeline reach its full 2.5 bcfd capacity at startup?

03 July 2026

Mainline construction is progressing well, but compression constraints could limit initial capacity.

How Chinese PTA and MEG futures impact the polyester industry?

30 January 2019

The two polyester feedstocks – purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and monoethylene glycol (MEG) – in the world's most important polyester market China, have recently moved towards a total paper business.

Opinion

Commodity slowdown in China could be different this time

05 March 2019

In today's meeting of the National People’s Congress, China announced slower growth this year, with its gross domestic product (GDP) growth targeted at a range of 6 to 6.5% in 2019.

Opinion

China's refining sector to slowdown and reconfigure for energy transition

15 March 2019

Refinery capacity is expected to continue growing in the medium term, but the pace of growth is expected to slow down considerably. Capacity additions are mainly from crude-to-chemicals projects, which aim to maximise naphtha production to meet the increasing petrochemical feedstock demand.

Opinion

Does Germany need LNG?

19 March 2019

Proposals to build a German LNG import terminal have gathered momentum. Does the country need its own supply of LNG?

Opinion

China's thermal coal import restriction could mean a game of musical chairs for producers

26 March 2019

Rumours of a ban on Australian thermal coal to China swept through the thermal coal market early March while in late February five north-eastern ports in China implemented changes to clearance procedures for Australian thermal coal. One thing appears certain - Chinese demand for Australian thermal coal has been significantly impacted, at least in the short-term. Even if an outright ban is not implemented, a three-month customs clearance time will significantly increase the cost and increase the risk associated with Australian thermal cargoes.

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Renewables, market intervention and exploration – three themes weighing on Australia upstream players' minds

13 June 2019

Having attended many APPEA events in the past, this was the first time renewable energy sources - hydrogen in particular - were put under the spotlight.

Opinion

Southeast Asian NOCs show growing appetite in global M&A market

02 September 2019

I’ll bet that if you ask anyone with an interest in the global upstream M&A if they could name the top three spenders through the first half of 2019, they would struggle to name the third. The easy one is Occidental (Anadarko), second place is Total through its acquisition of Anadarko’s African assets. But who was the third largest acquirer by spend in H1 2019?

Opinion

How will refiners cope with lost oil demand?

24 June 2020

Demand pressures, overcapacity and budget cuts mean the refining industry should brace for a challenging few years ahead

Opinion

How are oil and gas companies using carbon offsets to decarbonise?

07 March 2022

Offsetting can be both a decarbonisation tool and a financial instrument – but cannot replace carbon mitigation solutions.

Opinion

Learnings from RE+: A sunny outlook for US solar and storage

05 October 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act has given a boost to key renewables segments, and their future is looking bright. Our solar and storage experts recap some of the biggest takeaways from RE+ 2023

Opinion

Asia Pacific corporations hungry for green energy power up for energy transition

22 November 2023

Corporate power purchase agreements for renewables are setting new records in 2023 as costs fall and green energy takes off

Opinion

Elevated subsidies enable offshore wind to end 2023 on a high note

22 December 2023

Ørsted's final investment decision on the Hornsea 3 project reveals the intricate dynamics of competitive tenders, pricing strategies, and regulatory advantages, showcasing how higher subsidies is shaping the success of offshore wind projects and emphasising the pivotal role of policy in overcoming industry challenges and fostering renewable energy growth.

Opinion

Tiny drops create mighty oceans: how distributed solar keeps the Puerto Rico grid afloat

12 March 2024

Rooftop solar and storage will continue to grow in Puerto Rico, and many more people will benefit from clean energy, energy security, and resiliency against natural disasters

Opinion

Global upstream update: the global sanctions slump, grappling with gas and potential US tailwinds

05 March 2025

The oil and gas industry faces a cautious yet ambitious 2025

Opinion

ExxonMobil deal a sign of strength for US oil production

16 October 2023

ExxonMobil’s US$64.5 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources could mean US tight oil output grows faster in the future.

Opinion

President Biden aims for higher employment and lower emissions

01 April 2021

Two announcements this week showed the administration attempting to deliver on its promise that a key goal of climate policy is job creation.

Opinion

Horizons Live: Scraping the barrel

07 March 2023

On this Horizons Live replay, Simon Flowers, Chairman and Chief Analyst, is joined by Andrew Latham, Vice President, Energy Research and Ann-Louise Hittle, Head of Macro Oils to discuss whether the world is running out of high-quality oil and gas.

Opinion

IMO 2020 is about to get real

04 December 2019

As I write this edition of the APAC Energy Buzz from my desk in Singapore I can see ships. Lots of ships.

Opinion

Horizons podcast: Red metal, green demand

18 November 2022

How copper will be a key component within a zero-carbon economy and what the increasing demand means for the industry.

Opinion

Russia also matters in refining, but has its appetite to invest waned?

21 November 2018

Russia is a major energy exporter and a key player in the global energy market. Despite its 6.5 million barrels per day of refining capacity, its critical role in the global refining industry is not often recognised. Alan Gelder explains Russia's role and influence in the global energy market.

Opinion

Global solar capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022

12 October 2023

We've increased our outlook for this year by 20% due to strong growth through the first half of the year and continued market strength

Opinion

Supply chain constraints limit the growth of gas-fired generation in the US

20 February 2026

Ed Crooks examines how turbine shortages may cap gas generation growth just as AI-driven power demand surges

Opinion

As racks scale, power must change

30 June 2026

As AI factories demand more power, the biggest infrastructure challenge may not be compute, but how electricity reaches the chip

Opinion

Drone strikes attempt to disrupt Saudi oil exports

12 March 2021

Houthi militants have failed in recent attempts to hit targets in Saudi Arabia. But markets and governments are watching closely for a possible threat to oil supplies

Opinion

Middle East and North Africa upstream: 5 things to look for in 2025

07 January 2025

From the impact of 'Trump 2.0' to increased supply chain pressure, deepening gas deficits in Iraq, Iran and Egypt and exploration highlights.

Opinion

US residential solar turbulence persisted through 2024

23 April 2025

Residential solar installed capacity contracted for the first time since 2017, with significant shifts occurring in the financing landscape

Opinion

Is Japan ready to tackle its coal problem?

08 July 2020

Does LNG stand to benefit? What would it mean for Japan’s emissions?

Opinion

What do Colombia’s ambitious fiscal reforms mean for oil and gas?

01 August 2023

Tax plans put more money in the hands of the Colombian government. But they will deter investment at a crossroads for the extractive industry.

Opinion

The Norwegian emissions dilemma

05 August 2024

What is the real impact of curtailing production from Norway on the broader European energy landscape?

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The Blackcomb question: can the pipeline reach its full 2.5 bcfd capacity at startup?

How Chinese PTA and MEG futures impact the polyester industry?

Commodity slowdown in China could be different this time

China's refining sector to slowdown and reconfigure for energy transition

Does Germany need LNG?

China's thermal coal import restriction could mean a game of musical chairs for producers

Renewables, market intervention and exploration – three themes weighing on Australia upstream players' minds

Southeast Asian NOCs show growing appetite in global M&A market

How will refiners cope with lost oil demand?

How are oil and gas companies using carbon offsets to decarbonise?

Learnings from RE+: A sunny outlook for US solar and storage

Asia Pacific corporations hungry for green energy power up for energy transition

Elevated subsidies enable offshore wind to end 2023 on a high note

Tiny drops create mighty oceans: how distributed solar keeps the Puerto Rico grid afloat

Global upstream update: the global sanctions slump, grappling with gas and potential US tailwinds

ExxonMobil deal a sign of strength for US oil production

President Biden aims for higher employment and lower emissions

Horizons Live: Scraping the barrel

IMO 2020 is about to get real

Horizons podcast: Red metal, green demand

Russia also matters in refining, but has its appetite to invest waned?

Global solar capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022

Supply chain constraints limit the growth of gas-fired generation in the US

As racks scale, power must change

Drone strikes attempt to disrupt Saudi oil exports

Middle East and North Africa upstream: 5 things to look for in 2025

US residential solar turbulence persisted through 2024

Is Japan ready to tackle its coal problem?

What do Colombia’s ambitious fiscal reforms mean for oil and gas?

The Norwegian emissions dilemma

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