Top news of the week June 30-July 6, 2014

Inpex: first Ichthys LNG modules unloaded

Inpex said that Ichthys LNG project is preparing for the next phase of its onshore construction effort, following the unloading of its first large pre-fabricated modules on June 29.

Chevron: Gorgon and Wheatstone to add 24 mtpa of LNG capacity to Asia-Pacific region

The Gorgon and Wheatstone LNG projects in Australia will add more than 24 Mtpa of LNG capacity to the Asia-Pacific region, and most of that is already under contract to Asian customers.

Golar converting Hilli to FLNGV

Golar LNG Limited said that it has executed and made effective key agreements for conversion of the 125,000 m3 LNG carrier Hilli to a floating liquefaction vessel (FLNGV).

GDF Suez, Mitsubishi and NYK to develop LNG bunkering market

A framework agreement aiming to use LNG bunkering vessels to develop the LNG bunkering market worldwide has been signed by GDF Suez, Mitsubishi and NYK.

Cheniere pens LNG deal with Pertamina

Cheniere’s unit Corpus Christi Liquefaction has entered into a liquefied natural gas sale and purchase agreement with Pertamina.