US natural gas supplies modified by another 93 Bcf to a total of 3,683 Bcf based on estimates from EIA. Forecasters canvassed by Platts anticipated a net augment of 86 billion to 90 billion cubic feet.
The increase was better than the augment of 23 billion cubic feet in the similar week in 2009 and a five-year mean of 54 billion cubic feet. At 3,683 Bcf, total working CNG is within the 5-year historical ambit but hardly and we are likely another 4 weeks before the winter heating season will get initiated.
In the middle of a rising supply surplus and low prices, Encana – North America’s second-largest natural gas producer – has been extensively picked apart by capitalists this year for defining a goal to double its gas output by 2014. Today, Encana described it would back down from its development plans, cut expenditure and pair for low prices for a comprehensive period of time.
It is been years now since the natural gas industry has been going through a shift that has modified natural gas reserves by over 40%, and improved reserves in Canada by almost 100%. The chance to use more natural gas within the shipping network and in power generation is real. Regrettably, adoption is slow.
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– June 20, 2011
Two community stations where fomites fueled by compressed natural gas can fill will be accessible next summer in Omaha, which patrons expect will build thrust for the clean-burning fuel.
The Metropolitan Utilities District is teaming up with Happy Cab to unfold what will be two of only three public fill stations in Nebraska or Iowa. Kelly Gilbert, regional coordinator in Kansas City, Mo., of the Clean Cities coalition said, “We’re still on the leading edge of all alternative fuels.”
Tom Wurtz, president of MUD, said “interest in natural gas vehicles tends to rise and fall with the price of gasoline. A dedicated fleet of vehicles like Happy Cab’s in Omaha could provide more stability to the latest effort. “We’re hoping the stars are aligning right now.”
The main factor is the cost either to buy a CNG vehicle or even to convert the normally operated car to CNG. The only mass-produced commuter fomite presently built to run purely on compressed natural gas is the Honda Civic GX. The price of this vehicle is about $6,000 to $10,000 more than a gasoline-powered prototype. It costs around $10,000 to change a car to natural gas and $58,000 to change a big diesel truck.
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– June 20, 2011
ActewAGL has set in motion its first of all compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling station at Fyshwick in Canberra which is the Capital Territory of Australia.
The compressed natural gas refueling station at Fyshwick in Canberra is the first of its kind in Canberra, and is the second of ActewAGL’s. ActewAGL the compressed natural gas refueling company has another refueling station in Moore Bank, Sydney.
ActewAGL Manager Gas Networks Macleay Connelly said that “While natural gas is commonly used in Australia to heat homes, generate electricity and power industrial facilities, it is also a realistic alternative to conventional petrol and diesel as a road transport fuel.”
He further added that “Currently there are a number of CNG vehicles on offer in the Australian market from manufacturers like Mercedes and Isuzu and even more vehicles are expected to be available in the near future. Conversion of existing or new vehicles is also available using the latest CNG technologies and authorized conversion specialists.”
The company is looking into a variety of options which are available for supplementary locations for setting up more CNG refueling stations in Canberra.
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– October 31, 2010
Tata Motors has offered four CNG-Electric Hybrid Low-floor Starbuses to run by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC), in the city throughout the Commonwealth Games period starting October 3.
Tata remarks that for the first time public transportation will be using hybrid buses in India. DTC will also run a fleet of 600 Tata low floor air-conditioned CNG buses for the restricted use of athletes and deputes.
The Company will take care of maintenance of these buses round-the-clock and will deploy a devoted team of over 500 engineers, auto-mechanics and other staff at the Millennium Park Depot, particularly created for the Commonwealth Games.
Commenting at the instance of the flag off, Mr. Telang said, “The CNG- Electric Hybrid Tata Starbus is a result of Tata Motors’ advances in alternate fuel technologies, including electric vehicles.
We are grateful to the Government of Delhi and the DTC for giving us this opportunity of showcasing hybrid buses in the city of Delhi during the Commonwealth Games. We will eagerly look forward to the feedback of the DTC and passengers.”
The low-floor having a floor height of 400 mm, air-conditioned bus has the capacity to seat 32 passengers, and has room for wheel chairs.
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– October 7, 2010
Green Dragon Gas which is a self-regulating CBM gas manufacturer, allocator and vendor of wholesale gas in China, has entered into a requisite accord to append 25 new automobile refueling stations in 7 districts in Henan Province.
The purchase cost is USD 15 million, with each station anticipated to cost an additional USD 500,000 in building associated disbursements.
All stations are situated in a radius of 250km from the Company’s manufacture spot in Shanxi province or the halfway through function in Zhengzhou; the localizations were preferred depending on market demand, inhabitants and fleet transport hubs. They have a collective population of 21.5 million people.
The present retail CNG gas selling prices are USD 13 to USD 15 per Mcf.
The Company expects that procedures will start in 2011 for the new stations, with a primary sales facility of 2 BCF that is 70 million cubic meters at the end of the first year of functioning. This is anticipated to go up to 6 BCF annually after that.
The gas from the Company’s Shizhuang South manufacturing site will be allotted to these refueling stations by means of the Company’s fleet of trucks.
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Tagged with Cars on natural gas, CNG, compressed natural gas, green dragon gas.
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– October 5, 2010
General Motors Co. has declared CNG option rating for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans. The completely structured and committed Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) option, obtainable this fall for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, will be priced at USD 15,910 MSRP (Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price).
The extensive CNG option for marketable clients includes a devoted CNG system, a natural gas-competent Vortec 6.0L V8 engine, and heavy duty trailering tools. The GM press release states Chevrolet and GMC are the only full-fledged vehicle makes to extend a “check-the-box” CNG alternative for vans.
Joyce Mattman who is the director of Commercial Product and Specialty Vehicles stated that, “Our CNG vans come with a fully integrated CNG fuel system, a comprehensive warranty, emissions compliance and strong dealer support, all for one price.”
Pricing for the encompassing CNG alternative includes a committed CNG system ($14,590), a natural gas-capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine ($1,295), as well as HD trailering equipment ($265). The price becomes $15,910 if the vehicle comes with a spare tire. Thus the full cost of either a 2011 Chevrolet Express or 2011 GMC Savana Cargo model, which begins at $25,980, would be $41,890 with the CNG option.
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– October 3, 2010
The Board of the New York Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) has granted New Flyer of America Inc. a deal for up to 475 buses. The c
ontract is for 135 40-foot compressed natural gas (CNG) durable transit buses with choices for up to an extra 340 CNG buses.
This order contributes around USD $216 million to the present New Flyer backlog.These CNG buses will be functioned by the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) and the MTA Bus Company (MTA Bus). Two lead buses will be turned in to the MTA in the 2nd quarter of 2011, with the remaining of the base order delivered in the 4th quarter of 2011 and early 2012.
The MTA is the major transportation organization in North America, and is accountable for public transportation in the state of New York. Apart from providing bus service via the NYCTA, MTA Bus, and Long Island Bus, MTA also deals commuter rail lines, bridges, subways and tunnels. It carries more than 11 million riders on an standard weekday and supposedly accounts for roughly 30% of all transportation trips in the US.
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– October 1, 2010
Maruti Suzuki has declared the creation of CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) editions for five of its most accepted models. Running from its SX4 car to its cheap MPV Eeco, out-and-out up to its solid rear door three of the Alto, WagonR and the Estilo, an extensive selection of the Maruti Suzuki collection will now be obtainable with a CNG selection. The editions on the other hand will be accessible only in Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Gujarat for the present.
What makes the fomites severely competitive is the two-fold-fuel ‘CNG + petrol’ nature of the cars. This will surely add extremely to their adaptability.
Integrating the novel i-GPI (intelligent Gas Port Injection) technology, the company has arrogated that the CNG variants will cut down running costs by 60%.
The company equipped system should also add a big amount of dependability and security. Additionally, Maruti boffins have arrogated that the double ECU system integrated in the engine will assure that the operation of these fomites will be at par with their perfect petrol siblings, without a compromise on engine life. CNG transitions or else have been recognized to create a fall of about 15% in the car’s performance.
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Tagged with Cars on natural gas, CNG, cng cars, compressed natural gas, Eeco, Eeco cng, Maruti, maruti suzuki, MPV Eeco, suzuki.
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– September 29, 2010
The Haryana Government has cut down the price of VAT on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) from 12.5 % to five %. A resolution to this cause has been assumed by the State Cabinet, which assembled here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Mr.Bhupinder Singh Hooda.
The Cabinet also committed its authorization to the suggestion of Excise and Taxation Department for improving Rule 9(1) (xiv) of Punjab Passengers and Goods Taxation Rules, 1952 to smooth the progress of execution of new multiple fee regimes for National Permit.
According to the new scheme of solitary National Permit fee, an amalgamated fused fee of Rs.15, 000 per truck per year is to be banked in the National Permit account for the permit allowed to function all around the Territory of India. The fused fee lodged in the National Permit account shall be dispersed by the Central Government amongst the States and Union Territories proportionately.
Last year, the Government of Haryana had determined to postpone the input tax credit on closing stock till the instance of real sales. Bearing in mind a constant demand from the trade affiliations, the Cabinet has resolved to take out this stipulation from retrospective effect.
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– September 27, 2010
Previously the rickshaw unions in Pune City complained that CNG was in short supply. Nevertheless, as of now even though supply has improved, they want PMC to subsidize the CNG kits. The changeover of the city’s auto rickshaws to CNG-powered engines appears to be a scarcely seized truth.
Based on news report from the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), the city is receiving standard CNG supply, but even then merely 6,000-odd rickshaws out of 45,000 rickshaws that run on the city streets daily have been changed over into CNG so far.
Baba Shinde who is a member of RTA said, “Earlier, there was the problem of CNG supply, but now that problem has been solved. Now, CNG is being supplied at seven centers regularly. The auto rickshaw drivers now should convert their rickshaws to CNG, as it is more profitable for them than running rickshaws on petrol. CNG is much cheaper than petrol, and one kg of CNG gives mileage of nearly 45 km, while one liter of petrol gives only 22 km. This will also benefit common people, as the fares can be reduced once all rickshaws have been converted to CNG.”
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Tagged with Regional Transport Authority, RTA.
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– September 15, 2010
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