Long Articles – Page 2 – The Methanist

The road to hell is paved with discarded business models

August 5, 2019

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15 years ago, North America was any LNG seller's wet dream. It…

Statistics

July 23, 2019

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In 1906, the North American Review published Mark Twain’s…

Damned lies

July 14, 2019

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About 180 years ago, the great Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen…

Lies

July 9, 2019

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In 1920, an Italian immigrant tricked thousands of New England…

The fallacy of external costs

July 2, 2019

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The International Monetary Fund released a new report on fossil…

Sleeping in the pendulum clock

June 25, 2019

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The funny battle against so-called zero-emissions vehicles In…

Destination Clauses – Japan got it all messed up

April 17, 2017

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Anyone following the current flurry of activity in the Asian…

LPG producers – act now or go away forever

March 26, 2017

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About two years ago I was deeply involved in some LPG project…

Could Russia be importing US LNG soon?

January 15, 2017

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Yeah, I know what you are going to say when reading the title.…

Who will pull the curtain on the first gas-electric 18 wheeler/excavator/locomotive

January 8, 2017

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Lads, it's crazy. I have always asked myself why there is so…

Is LNG more expensive than pipeline gas?

December 19, 2016

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This is my last post for this year as I go into Christmas recess.…

The Ethane conundrum

December 11, 2016

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Some time ago, I wrote about the LPG tidal wave that hits us…

There is a monster waiting for OPEC – and it’s not shale

December 4, 2016

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So, OPEC has finally shown that they mean business and decided…

Open letter to President-elect Donald J. Trump

November 27, 2016

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Dear President-elect Donald J. Trump, This letter might be…

Distributed electricity Generation with LNG

November 21, 2016

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This blog post was written a long time ago and it was sort of…

How energy communism has gotten us into this mess

November 14, 2016

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My year 1988 was dominated by my mandatory spell of military…

The book of Elon

November 6, 2016

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So, Elon has announced what he wants Tesla to do over the next…

The Qatar LNG backflip

October 31, 2016

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Look wherever you want, you are swamped by stories on the LNG…

Can LNG prevail against the dark side of energy

October 25, 2016

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LNG is clean and hence destined to be part of the world's war against coal. Japan bucks the trend as it increases coal consumption and reduces LNG.

Why some trading and smart contracts don’t make LNG hubs yet

October 18, 2016

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Everyone who has touched upon trading - as the term is understood…

Just imagine OPEC reduces supply and nobody cares

October 12, 2016

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OK, we got it by now. In an unfathomable show of splendor, OPEC…

US shale to the Caribbean

September 27, 2016

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In 2005, the Natural Gas world looked at North America to become…

Methane 3.0 – or should we say LMG

September 18, 2016

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After wood, coal, oil, and its derivatives, it's methane gas…

Does Russia have the gas Europe needs

August 28, 2016

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It’s one of the most commented topics of the last couple of…

We must suffer – from here until Methanopolis coming

August 21, 2016

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After the collapse of communism in 1989, Fukuyama famously predicted…

Is school – as we know it – torture?

August 15, 2016

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When will US LNG Terminals switch off

August 14, 2016

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Now that even the most bull-headed traders have understood that…

We see the LNG supply – but where is the demand?

August 7, 2016

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Those who have seen the first installment of the famous "Hellboy"…

The LNG battery – better than real batteries and coal

July 31, 2016

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More than 3 years ago I wrote about North America being the El…

An Eastern Mediterranean LNG hub

July 25, 2016

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More than 2000 years ago, before the dawn of the Roman Empire,…

Jogging on a clogged street – no more dangerous than jogging in a mountain village

July 17, 2016

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Joggers know the problem. Every time you jog close to a road…

LNG production will become cheap – real cheap

July 10, 2016

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Three and a half years ago I wrote about the Black Mamba. That's…

Are those low oil prices the best chance Africa had in a long time?

July 3, 2016

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We are halfway through 2016 and Africa looks set for despair…

The first LNG Market Maker – born when the world was not looking

June 26, 2016

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For the longest time (about a decade or so) the LNG world was…

City farming or the hanging gardens of Methanopolis

June 23, 2016

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LNG in South Africa

June 18, 2016

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The new situation we have with comparatively cheaper LNG is sharpening…

Why we could see less than 30 USD oil again – part 2

June 12, 2016

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Last week we saw that there is more and more oil coming online…

Did you say your job is safe from robots?

June 12, 2016

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Why we could see less than 30 USD oil again – part 1

June 7, 2016

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So, OPEC has met and decided that the world is good as it is…

The first German LNG terminal

May 29, 2016

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Looking at the North Western European coastlines one can see…

We call them mentally handicapped – when they are just different

May 25, 2016

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Iran / India – an energy partnership?

May 24, 2016

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Iran's sanctions have been lifted a couple of months now and…

South Africa’s LPG dilemma

May 17, 2016

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About 2 years ago I was contacted to work on the South African…

DieselGate – why the US drew first blood and how to get out

May 8, 2016

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No matter how many years I blasted the message to the world,…

Floating Regasification – a reality check

May 1, 2016

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Many years ago, an old sea bear and a good friend told me that…

What would happen to OPEC if it won the oil price war

April 25, 2016

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We are living in weird times. OPEC floods the market with crude…

How anarchy works for shale oil

April 18, 2016

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It's a bit obscene - for years we have watched the meteoric rise…

What effect would the dismemberment of Russia have to European security of Gas Supply

April 11, 2016

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Here is a warning - this article is speculation as many others…

Forget Goldilocks – we won’t need terraforming

April 3, 2016

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My lost 28 USD oil price wager

April 3, 2016

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In June 2014, I made a wager with a friend (here is the full…

Pakistan – the manacled LNG player

March 29, 2016

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The last 12 months have seen 3 new LNG consumers added to the…

Henry Hub in Europe – Gazproms magic kingdom of sunk cost simulations

March 22, 2016

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The mother of all battles is on in the gas industry. Haven't…

Fukushima and why we cling on to ruins

March 14, 2016

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It's a bit late to write about Fukushima, don't you agree? If…

Wanna get into LNG? A reality check.

March 7, 2016

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Back in early 2012, I dashed down some thoughts I had with a…

News from the deathbed – how marginal technologies may enjoy a revival because of low oil prices

March 1, 2016

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Free-falling oil prices are blamed for much of the ills of the…

A rude awakening for NWE regasification terminal customers and operators

February 22, 2016

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In the dying days of 2008, a bunch of renegade gas players congregated…

One child, two children, 10 children – we need more people on earth

February 18, 2016

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How to beat the chattering donkey

February 18, 2016

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Shale, not shallow – the ghosts of hardship

February 15, 2016

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Who knows the tale of Heracles who - for a moment - carries the…

Why the African LNG projects boom fades (will be different)

February 9, 2016

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Until about one year ago, every time I went to Sub-Saharan Africa,…

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Human 2.0

Rudolf is in many ways a human 2.0 – very bright, good at languages, skills that cover the whole value chain of gas and the ability to question the conventional! The last is perhaps the most valuable, even if not all established “experts” want to listen. Frequently, time shows him right. His impatience is refreshing and a discussion with him is always enlightening!

Karen Sund - Founder

Sund Energy

Mastery

I met Rudi about a year ago (2015) when I was working on LNG Procurement with Emirates LNG. I needed very specific knowledge on contracts, market mechanisms and pricing. I tried a couple of sources to get smart, but it was not until I attended Rudi’s workshop on LNG contracts and prices that I really got to the core of everything. Rudi answered all my questions in simple language that was clear and easy to understand. Since then, whenever I have any question or something I am unclear on, I ask Rudi and I immediately get an answer. Not many people achieve mastery of anything at the level that Rudi has on the Gas and LNG industry. If you need to understand, really understand, then I highly recommend Rudi’s workshop.

Saleem Alavi - Captain

Emirates LNG

Knowledge and tenacity

I had the opportunity to share with Rudolf issues coming from a very challenging project, when we did all our best to achieve the better results in an uneasy business situation. I admired his deep knowledge of the LNG market and environment and his tenacity in looking for the best solution always. He is a clever manager with a clear view on the targets. It was definitely a pleasure to work with him.

Vincenzo Maria Emma - Head of Should Contract

ENEL

Inspires further investigation

I first discovered a certain Rudolf Huber while he was wrapping up at Fuel Emulsions International and starting at NeXtLNG. After setting me straight on my quest for the latest innovations with Marine fuels, I knew that the “Pit Bull” deserved special notice. Aside from having a passion for the Energy Business, he also has a teacher’s ability to inspire further investigation. He ventures an opinion where others don’t dare and he does so with wit that few who follow the sector can match. Rudolf champions realistic energy choices and is not afraid of shining BRIGHT lights on the changes ahead.

James D. Shepperd - Content Strategy PR Global

ESET

Tremendous visionary

I met Rudolf at the beginning of 2011, since we were both involved and working together within several European / Scandinavian projects for the development of technology, standardisation and legal aspect in the use of LNG as marine fuel and along its supply chain. Rudolf has vast expertise in, and perspective on, different aspects of LNG technologies, suppliers, infrastructures and supply chain options. He is able to provide a deep understanding and insight into these areas and is a conscientious and diligent source. Moreover, he is a tremendous visionary on the geopolitical, trading and technology aspects of energy, with a special remark for LNG traditional and small / mid magnitude chain. Rudolf has very proactive personal and working approach and is an excellent team worker and leader. Not least, he has a unique persuasive way of writing, negotiating and delivering speeches. I would certainly recommend him as an excellent expert and believe he would be a powerful asset for any company actively working in Oil and Gas. Thank you Rudolf! Marco

Marco Andreola - Owner Principal

Andreola & Associated Consulting

True Africa specialist

I was introduced to and met Rudi in Angola when he started to develop his Sub Saharan Africa network. At the time he worked for EconGas/OMV and he tried organizing longterm LNG supply for them under the unlikeliest of all circumstances. He figured that Africa would be the only place where this would be a realistic prospect for long term uncommitted supplies of LNG. Rudi did not hesitate, started in Africa from absolute zero and spawned relationships and personal friendships with incredible speed. When I met him I didn’t know much about LNG. Today I follow the LNG news on my continent with great interest and a much clearer understanding of the LNG trade. Whenever I have a job that involves venturing into the unknown, Rudi will always be my man.

Albert Namme - M.D/CEO

eXGas, Nigeria

Thrives under a challenge

I worked with Rudi on a key Europe-Middle East LNG supply chain transaction. He is incredibly driven and pushed the deal forward under very challenging internal and external circumstances. He is culturally astute and was able to navigate very successfully through the various subtleties within the global energy community. Also a great guy to work with!

Nomita Nair - Counsel

Allen & Overy

Proactive Business Developer

Rudolf is a true Business Developer. He questions everything, even his own logic and is not afraid to speak his mind. Rudolf had initiated our LNG activities in Africa and the Americas. He was THE authority to go to when issues arose in LNG but more generally when any issue the company did not know how deal with was on the plate. Rudolf is not a typical manager as we know it. He does not need a lot of structure and procedures and is extremely proactive when it comes to problem solving and making new contacts.

David Bergal - Portfolio Manager LNG & Natural Gas

Kinetrex Energy

Nothing but the facts

Rudolf is truly one of the brightest, most knowledgeable people in the world of LNG. He gives you the truth, not a version of it. He is not swayed, he can not be bought by the majors. Trust his word because it is always backed by facts!

Jim Gerber - Director

Terra Commodities Consulting

Reality check

While I disagree with Rudolf Huber on a few things, I’ve learned a fair bit from him., And his reasoning on fuel, economics, capabilities, financial and physical and thermal reality check. And I did not think so 6 months ago. Keep plugging Rudolf!

Eric Levy

Catalyst Recruiting, Inc

Informative, reliable, sensible and refreshing

I love your acute commentary, Rudolf, informative, reliable, sensible and refreshing. Let’s hope more follow your example and we start to realize the full potential of professional social media.

Gil Hardwick - Writer and Director

Environmental Film Group West

Rudolf Huber was featured in those quality publications

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