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The Strait of Hormuz and Global LNG: Electronic interference with ship navigation systems & media hype have emerged as a major threat to oil and LNG markets

Energy Outlook Advisors

It is a critical chokepoint for global oil and LNG markets. October 26, 2025 Source: Kpler The Strait of Hormuz is back in the news after Israel attacked Iran and later the US hit three nuclear facilities in Iran.

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Oil and Beyond: China's Expanding Global Footprint

OilPrice

The electronics giant is eyeing international shipments in two years. Sinopec, meanwhile, is drilling for oil in Kazakhstan. When Chinese Xiaomi launched its first EV models last month, it sold more than 300,000 cars in a matter of three days. The two are part of a growing trend: China is going global.

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How Customizable JT Skids Are Optimizing Gas Processing

Pro-Gas Services

With pneumatic or electronic controls managing the process and maintaining the target separator temperature, daily operator attention is typically limited to routine checks of gauges and fluid levels. How much operator attention does a modern, automated JT skid require? Very little.

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When Force Majeure Isn't Enough: The Causation Trap That Cost Kinder Morgan $100 Million

Producer's Edge

As temperatures dropped, oil field equipment froze, wells were shut in, and the natural gas needed to generate electricity crashed as the demand for power sky rocketed. ” See Verdict, Marathon Oil Company v. Koch Energy Services, LLC , No. 4:21-CV-01262 (S.D.

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EnerMech Bags Triton FPSO Work

Rigzone

EnerMech noted Dana Petroleum has operated the Triton FPSO since 2012, playing a key role in the region’s energy landscape since oil production began in 2000. MORE FROM THIS AUTHOR Paul Anderson Writer OIL, GAS & ENERGY NEWS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX! There’s a reason 700K+ energy professionals have subscribed.

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Why electricity prices are surging for U.S. households

CNBC: Energy

watch now VIDEO 4:29 04:29 Electricity demand is absolutely growing, says Siemens Energy CEO Squawk Box Europe "Electricity prices are regionally determined, not globally determined like oil prices," said Joe Seydl, a senior markets economist at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. Meanwhile, U.S. watch now VIDEO 12:49 12:49 Why the U.S.

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Chevron Bets Big on Lithium in the Smackover Formation

Oil Gas Leads

Chevron plans to leverage its deep expertise in fluid handling and reservoir management to scale DLE operations and supply battery-grade lithium for EVs, grid storage, and consumer electronics. From oil wells to lithium brines, Chevron is powering the electrification era—one acre at a time. This move supports both U.S.

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