RLNG power generation cost hits record Rs. 47.4 per unit. By Sabica Tahira | 4 hours ago | The cost of generating electricity from regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG) reached an all-time high of Rs. 47.4 per unit in July 2026, according to data from Topline Securities. The sharp increase comes as Pakistan relied heavily on expensive spot LNG cargoes following disruptions to contracted supplies from Qatar. Data from the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) shows that RLNG-based power generation costs surged by 242 percent, rising from less than Rs. 14 per unit in April to Rs. 47.4 per unit in July. The cost of RLNG-based generation had generally remained between Rs. 20 and Rs. 26 per unit since 2022 before experiencing a sharp increase in 2026. The increase was largely driven by Pakistan LNG Limited's procurement of five spot LNG cargoes for July delivery after QatarEnergy disrupted its contracted LNG supplies. Pakistan's dependence on the international spot market increased after QatarEnergy declared force majeure on its LNG supply obligations in March amid regional security disruptions. The disruption was later extended through August, forcing Pakistan to secure replacement LNG cargoes from international markets at significantly higher prices. The sharp rise in RLNG generation costs adds further pressure to Pakistan's power sector and could increase the financial burden associated with electricity generation if elevated LNG prices persist.

SOKOYO advances global solar street lighting capabilities. Aug 12, 2026 BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 August 2026 - SOKOYO, a top manufacturer of solar street lights, has installed 252 sets of lighting units in QatarEnergy ' s solar power project in Ras Laffan and Masaieed in Qatar. Installation of SOKOYO ' s split solar street lights for the project being built by Samsung C&T Corp. was completed in July. The arrangement of solar panels was customized at the customer's request for ease of maintenance. "SOKOYO provided us with a specially customized solution for our power station," said Ms. Kathy, senior procurement manager for Samsung. " The entire solar street lighting system consistently met our expectations for brightness, battery life and overall reliability." SOKOYO, founded in 2008, has manufactured more than 1 million lighting units installed in a wide range of settings across SoutheastAsia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. The company manufactures its own LED modules, solar panels, batteries, light housings and light poles. They have third-party certification for European Union and other safety and reliability standards, which qualifies them for export to global markets. SOKOYO is regularly appointed to bodies that establish national and industry standards. SOKOYO ' s product line includes all-in-one solar street lights, all-in-two solar street lights and split-type solar street lights. They can be controlled remotely with IoT technology to improve safety and efficiency. Using solar power makes them immune to disruptions in supplies of oil and gas. As the industry evolves to focus on " system-level R&D," SOKOYO is reducing customer costs by enhancing reliability and resistance to heat and cold. To improve efficiency, it is developing smart lighting and IoT applications. It is promoting modular production, intelligent manufacturing and standardized process management. The research team has seven engineers, some with more than two decades of industry experience. They develop technology for a wide range of environments and customer needs. SOKOYO has experience in markets including Thailand, thePhilippines, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Nigeria. It has developed technology to cope with heat, humidity, sandstorms and low light during extended rains, a challenge in central Africa and other areas. In Uganda, SOKOYO supplied 1,000 light sets to help improve safety on a busy expressway between the capital, Kampala, and the eastern industrial center of Jinja. They provide the first nighttime lighting on a 22-kilometer section of road crowded with trucks, buses and motorcycles. In Yemen and the United Arab Emirates, SOKOYO lights use LED modules developed to cope with heat, sun and sand. The company supplied more than 2,000 light units to Saudi Arabia ' s planned high-tech city of NEOM as part of the Saudi 2030 Vision plan. Customers can use SOKOYO ' s test facilities to try out different light configurations. Lights can be tested on roads of up to four lanes in an1,100-square-meter darkroom. Designers and urban planners can ensure light is distributed effectively, eliminating dark areas on the road and improving safety. Batteries are tested to confirm they resist crushing, heat and cold, vibration, overcharging or being dropped. LED modules are drenched in salt spray for up to 72 hours to make sure they resist corrosion. SOKOYO has been chosen for bodies that formulated eight national and industry standards including the " General Technical Specification for Solar Photovoltaic Lighting Devices" in 2025 with definitions and standards for split-type and integrated solar devices. SOKOYO products have third-party certification that they meet standards of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and other bodies.Its batteries meet the requirements of the CB scheme under the IEC, recognized in more than 50 countries. Tests confirm they withstand overcharging, high temperature, vibration, impact and short circuit. The company ' s solar panels received IEC certification that they meet standards for electric shock protection, temperature changes, damp, heat, humidity, hail impact and other factors. SOKOYO participates in efforts to improve the industry ' s reputation by promoting " zero false labeling" and reliable products that refuse to cut corners. SOKOYO pays attention to the environment. Its products are designed to minimize light pollution and limit disruption for wildlife, stargazers and the public. Hashtag: #SOKOYO The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Looking for Local Media Coverage in the United States of America? New Jersey News Today has a place for all 50 States at the State News Network

QatarEnergy buys 33 US LNG cargoes to honor Asian contracts as Ras Laffan output drops to 4 shipments weekly. QatarEnergy bought 33 US LNG cargoes in 2026, up from 4 last year, as Ras Laffan war damage costs $20B annually and Venture Global fills Asian supply gaps. QatarEnergy purchased 33 US LNG spot cargoes in 2026, up from 4 in 2025, as war damage at Ras Laffan forces the world's largest LNG exporter to source contracted volumes from American terminals. Twenty-eight of those cargoes have been delivered; five remain in transit. Venture Global, the Louisiana-based exporter, supplied the bulk of the purchases, according to OilPrice.com. Ras Laffan running at 17 percent of normal capacity. Ras Laffan Industrial City currently ships approximately 4 LNG cargoes per week, down from a pre-war production pace that supported roughly 80 million tonnes per year. Oil Authority reported Thursday that TTF European gas prices hit their highest level since January 2023 as output fell to that rate. At 4 weekly shipments, Ras Laffan moves about 13.5 million tonnes annually, or 17% of pre-war capacity. Repair teams estimate full recovery could take up to five years. During that period, QatarEnergy faces an estimated $20 billion per year in lost export revenue. That shortfall leaves the country operating its LNG supply chain on emergency protocols rather than standard export flows. Qatargas contracts drive the spot purchases. QatarEnergy runs its LNG export business through Qatargas, the consolidated subsidiary formed when Qatargas and RasGas merged in 2017. Qatargas holds long-term supply contracts with utilities across Japan, South Korea, India, Bangladesh, and Taiwan. Those contracts require delivery whether or not Ras Laffan is producing. To honor those obligations, QatarEnergy's international trading arm entered the US spot market. The 33 cargoes purchased, each carrying approximately 65,000 tonnes of LNG, total about 2.1 million tonnes. That volume represents roughly 2.6% of QatarEnergy's normal 80 million tonnes per year annual output. These purchases cover contracted deliveries at the margin; they are not a structural replacement for Ras Laffan production. Venture Global emerges as a key bridge supplier. Venture Global supplied the majority of QatarEnergy's 2026 US spot purchases. In 2025, QatarEnergy sourced only 4 cargoes from US terminals. The jump to 33 in 2026 represents a 725% increase in one year, driven by QatarEnergy's need to cover Ras Laffan shortfalls across its contracted Asian markets. US LNG producers, competitive on Henry Hub-linked pricing, are filling supply gaps that Middle Eastern output once covered. Middle east disruptions extend through global gas markets. Shell's second-quarter 2026 results, published Thursday via GlobeNewswire, showed Integrated Gas production fell to 631 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in Q2, down from 909 thousand boe/d in Q1. Shell CEO Wael Sawan described the period as "another quarter of severe disruption in global energy markets." The Ras Laffan shortfall has rippled through interconnected LNG contracts, tightening spot availability across Asia and Europe. WTI crude traded at $83.59 per barrel on Thursday, per OilPrice.com's delayed price feed, down 1.03% on the day. Brent crude stood at $89.42 per barrel, down 1.45%. Henry Hub natural gas traded at $2.758 per MMBtu, up 1.32%. The gap between US gas production costs and Asian delivered LNG prices continues to favor US export economics, keeping Venture Global and other American terminals competitive in spot markets where QatarEnergy must buy. Sources and methodology. Oil Authority synthesis: calculated that QatarEnergy's 33 US spot cargoes represent approximately 2.6% of normal Ras Laffan annual output capacity (80 MTPA), establishing these purchases as contractual bridge supply rather than production replacement. Cross-referenced Shell Q2 2026 Integrated Gas volume decline and the Qatargas parent-subsidiary structure, context not provided in the source wires. Published by Oil Authority, edited by Adam Humphreys Submit a correction. Spotted a factual error? Free account required to submit a correction.