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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


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... 


Petrobras oil and gas tanks
Petrobras halts studies for $1bn gas pipeline in Brazil amid regulatory uncertainty, sources say
5th August 2026 By: Reuters

Brazil's Petrobras is reassessing a major natural gas infrastructure investment in Brazil amid regulatory uncertainty surrounding a proposed government program that could also impact a project by... 


Coal stockpiles
China generates less than half of its electricity from coal for the first time
30th July 2026 By: Reuters

China, the world's largest coal consumer, generated less than 50% of its electricity from the fossil fuel in the six months to June, marking a first for the country which has been promoting the use... 


TotalEnergies Hydra Storage opening ceremony in De Aar
Engineering South Africa's Energy Future - An industry perspective
30th July 2026

Winter has a way of making us think about energy, whether we mean to or not. The geyser works harder. The heater stays on longer. Cold mornings remind you just how much you rely on electricity... 


Drill rig
New Zealand grants first offshore petroleum permit since reversing exploration ban
29th July 2026 By: Reuters

New Zealand's centre-right coalition government on Wednesday granted its first petroleum exploration permit since reversing a ban on offshore exploration imposed by former Prime Minister Jacinda... 


Eni oil and gas infrastructure
Eni-Petronas JV starts floating gas facility build for North Hub in Indonesia
24th July 2026 By: Reuters

Searah, the joint venture energy company formed by Italy's Eni and Malaysia's Petronas, has started developing a floating gas facility to process gas from its $11.8-billion North Hub project in... 


ADNOC project called Hail & Ghasha
ADNOC greenlights $6.2bn Umm Shaif Gas Cap project
21st July 2026 By: Reuters

Abu Dhabi's State energy company Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has taken a $6.2-billion final investment decision (FID) to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap, in an acceleration of its... 


Oil and pipeline infrastructure
Iran to restore 100-million cubic metres of lost gas output in coming months, official says
20th July 2026 By: Reuters

Iran expects to restore around 100-million cubic metres a day of natural gas production capacity within the coming months, a senior government official said on Monday according to the oil... 


Offshore oil rig
New Zealand gas exploration interest picks up after years in doldrums
20th July 2026 By: Reuters

Seven oil and gas players are racing to secure offshore exploration rights in New Zealand ahead of a national election that could lead to a ban on new permits, as the country's major parties battle... 


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