New direct link between Russia and Germany is the first of two twin lines that could eventually supply Western Europe with 55 billion cubic metres of gas per year.
Bloomberg reported that China and Russia are nearing agreement on a gas supply deal.
After BP-Rosneft deal falls through, Exxon score a major coup with partnership that grants them access to untapped reserves that could top 110 billion barrels of oil equivalent.
Bloomberg reported that heavy oil refiners in Russia may receive a tax break to offset increased export duties.
Bloomberg reports that Russian stocks are up for the fifth day as crude oil rose to $95 a barrel.
Both China and Russia remain confident that an agreement over pricing will eventually be reached.
Bloomberg reported that Russia will be raising its export duty on oil to its highest level in three years.
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that increasing consumption in 2012, led by strong growth in the electric power sector, should contribute to higher prices and to an economic incentive for producers to resume drilling.
Spot market oil prices fell to a two-week low in New York on speculation that the worst earthquake in Japan’s history will hurt growth and reduce fuel demand in the world’s third largest economy.
The two companies also intend to create a joint commercial interest to purchase, transport and market natural gas, which is increasingly important for the Indian economy following over 8 percent growth last year. India currently imports most of its oil and has opened considerable regions of territory to oil and natural gas development in recent years.
Monday, November 14, 2011