Imports
IEA Chief: Too Early To Assess Impact Of Latest U.S. Sanctions On Venezuela
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has yet to assess the impact of the latest U.S. sanctions on Venezuelan oil supplies, its executive director said on Jan. 30.
Venezuelan Oil Exports To US Still A Primary Source Of Cash
Venezuela’s oil exports to the United States remain the primary cash resource for its state-owned oil company, and efforts by the U.S.to cut off that revenue would likely force it to send crude to China, India or other Asian countries.
Traders: Mexican Ports See Bottlenecks As Fuel Distribution Slows
Mexico’s government has ordered pipelines shut to limit losses from fuel theft.
Turkey Resumes Iranian Oil Imports Under U.S. Sanctions Waiver
Turkey has resumed imports of Iranian crude oil after a one-month hiatus in November when U.S. sanctions on Iran were reimposed, trading and shipping sources said.
Iran Claims To Have Found ‘Potential’ Oil Buyers Despite US Sanctions
All countries that were granted waivers from the U.S. to continue buying a certain amount of Iranian oil imports are complying with U.S. sanctions, a senior Iranian energy official said, noting that Tehran was hopeful to find new buyers.
Poland's PGNiG Receives Spot U.S. LNG Delivery
Polish gas company PGNiG is set to receive a spot cargo of U.S. LNG on Dec. 13 as part of plans to reduce its reliance on Russian imports and to become a bigger player in the LNG market.
India’s Petronet Looking For Long-Term Deal To Buy US LNG
The deal could be as long as 10 years and include buying a stake in a U.S. project.
LNG Buyers Try To Ditch US Gas Commitments
Portfolio adjustments, not a backlash against U.S. gas, are the motivation.
Asia’s Troubled Emerging Markets To Shave Oil Demand Next Year
Analysts warn that the combination of high oil costs and weakening currencies could cause a global economic slowdown.
Canada To Consider Steel Safeguard Response To US Tariffs
Safeguards considered a blow to country’s oil industry.