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Natural Gas

Natural gas is a fossil fuel consisting primarily of methane and other hydrocarbons, found in underground rock formations and extracted for use as an energy source. It is one of the world's most important energy commodities, used for electricity generation, heating, industrial processes and as a feedstock for petrochemicals and fertilisers. Natural gas is typically extracted through conventional drilling or, increasingly, through hydraulic fracturing (fracking) of shale formations and coalbed methane deposits. Major producing countries include the United States, Russia, Iran, China, Qatar and Australia, with global trade conducted via pipeline networks and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments. The fuel is valued for burning more cleanly than coal or oil, producing lower carbon dioxide and particulate emissions per unit of energy, though methane leakage during extraction and transport poses climate concerns. Demand has grown steadily as countries seek energy security and transition away from coal, particularly in Asia where China, Japan and South Korea are leading importers. Pricing varies regionally, with benchmarks including Henry Hub in North America, the UK's National Balancing Point and Asian LNG spot markets. Natural gas plays a central role in energy-transition debates, positioned by some as a bridge fuel to renewables and by others as a continued fossil-fuel dependency. Infrastructure for storage, regasification and distribution requires substantial capital investment, shaping both domestic energy policy and international trade relationships. The industry is subject to geopolitical influence, with pipeline routes and LNG export terminals often reflecting strategic alliances and regional power dynamics.

Natural Gas News


Amplitude Energy site in Australia
Australia's Amplitude Energy approves FID for East Coast Supply Project
30th September 2026 By: Reuters

Australian gas producer Amplitude Energy said on Wednesday it had taken a final investment decision (FID) on the development phase of the East Coast Supply Project, which includes the construction... 


Coal shipment in Indonesia
World’s top coal exporter strains to lift output as prices soar
28th September 2026 By: Bloomberg

Indonesia, the world’s biggest coal exporter, is failing to tap into soaring prices for the fuel as countries look to offset reduced natural gas supplies from the Persian Gulf. At a conference on... 


South Africa urged to take action as 300 industrial buyers face gas cliff
South Africa urged to take action as 300 industrial buyers face gas cliff
23rd September 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Industrial Gas Users Association-South Africa (IGUA-SA) executive officer Jaco Human is warning that the country is already stepping off a “gas cliff” – precipitated by waning supply from... 


Coal heap in Poland
Tauron plans $919m overhaul of Siersza coal plant
23rd September 2026 By: Reuters

Polish utility Tauron said on Wednesday it plans to redevelop its Siersza coal power plant with investments of up to 3.5-billion zlotys ($919-million), adding gas, storage and solar capacity to the... 


The Sasol destoning facility is delivering coal with sinks of below 12%.
Sasol’s external coal purchases to continue to fall as it targets 34Mt from own mines
18th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

While Sasol continues to reduce its overall capital expenditure, the JSE-listed group is increasing its investment in its coal mining business to shore up the feedstock needed to raise output at... 


South Africa’s Gas Cliff: From Supply Risk To A Secure Gas Future
South Africa’s Gas Cliff: From Supply Risk To A Secure Gas Future
16th September 2026

  South Africa is racing against time to secure its future gas supply, with the looming “gas cliff” presenting a significant risk to industrial production, investment, employment and the country’s... 


LNG vessel
LNG demand in China and India expected to recover when Mideast war ends
15th September 2026 By: Reuters

China and India's LNG imports are likely to rebound from multi-year lows once the Middle East supply crunch ends and prices ease, industry executives expect, reversing a pick-up in coal and oil use... 


Santos GLNG project, in Australia
Australia softens gas reserve rule for LNG exporters
10th September 2026 By: Reuters

Australia relaxed a proposed rule on Thursday that would have forced natural gas exporters to reserve 20% of their output for the local market, instead requiring them to hold back up to a fifth of... 


Tamarack Valley infrastructure
Tamarack Valley, Headwater Exploration agree $7.2bn all-stock merger
8th September 2026 By: Reuters

Canadian oil producers Tamarack Valley and Headwater Exploration will merge in an all-stock deal valued at C$10 billion ($7.25 billion), the companies said on Tuesday. The deal would create the... 


Pipeline
Jemena plans new pipeline for Australia's Beetaloo Basin shale gas province
3rd September 2026 By: Reuters

Pipeline operator Jemena, owned by State Grid Corporation of China and Singapore Power, plans to build a new pipeline linking Australia's Beetaloo Basin shale gas province with the country's... 


The Sasol destoning facility is delivering coal with sinks of below 12%.
Sasol’s external coal purchases to continue to fall as it targets 34Mt from own mines
1st September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

While Sasol continues to reduce its overall capital expenditure, the JSE-listed group is increasing its investment in its coal mining business to shore up the feedstock needed to raise output at... 


West Africa’s gas future depends on production-ready infrastructure
West Africa’s gas future depends on production-ready infrastructure
1st September 2026

By: Iretomiwa Odusote - Regional Segment Leader - Energies & Chemicals at Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa stands at an important moment in its energy journey. Across the region,... 


Energas celebrates 25 years as demand for gas infrastructure enters new phase
28th August 2026

South African engineering company Energas Technologies is celebrating 25 years of supplying engineered solutions, equipment and technical support to the natural gas industry. Established in 2001,... 


The above image depicts an aerial view of a LNG tanker
S Africa’s future energy security lies in LNG – expert
28th August 2026 By: Lynne Davies

South Africa is facing two parallel cliffs, the ‘Gas Cliff’ and the ‘Power Cliff’, as by the 2030s a majority of State-owned power utility Eskom’s fleet generation will be 50 years old and either... 


The above image depicts one of CNG Holdings NGV stations
Fuel alternative attracting interest
28th August 2026 By: Lynne Davies

Driven by a combination of economic and environmental considerations, energy company CNG Holdings has seen increased interest in compressed natural gas (CNG). The company notes that fleet operators... 


Allied Pipe & Fittings South Africa
Building South Africa’s gas infrastructure with global expertise
28th August 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa is entering a pivotal phase in its energy transition. As natural gas becomes a larger part of the country’s long-term energy mix, investment in liquefied natural gas (LNG) import... 


Norway Energy Minister Terje Aasland
Norway will drill in Arctic regardless of EU's position, says energy minister
24th August 2026 By: Reuters

Norway will continue developing its oil and gas resources in the Barents Sea regardless of the European Union's support for a moratorium on Arctic hydrocarbon supplies, and no longer sees itself as... 


Beetaloo shale gas project in Australia
First gas from Australia's Beetaloo puts shale ambition to the test
21st August 2026 By: Reuters

Deep in Australia's Red Centre, gas is set to start flowing next month from the sprawling Beetaloo basin to Darwin 500 km (310 miles) north, in what developers hope kicks off the country's own... 


An image of copper
BMI expects metals complex performance to remain strong
14th August 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The metals complex has remained well-supported so far this month, extending the upward momentum from late June, BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, points out. It explains that this is underpinned by a... 


Natural gas infrastructure
US natural gas output, demand to hit record highs in 2026, EIA says
12th August 2026 By: Reuters

US natural gas supply and demand will both rise to record highs in 2026, the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) said in its Short-Term Energy Outlook on Tuesday. The EIA projected dry gas... 


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