The Umm Slal at South Hook Terminal – May 2013

18 May 2013 – South Hook Gas has cemented its position as the UK’s largest LNG terminal shipper with the arrival and safe off-loading of its 300^th cargo today. The Umm Slal sailed this afternoon from the South Hook LNG Terminal in Milford Haven.

As a Q-Max vessel, the Umm Slal is one of the biggest LNG vessels in the world, capable of carrying almost twice as much as a conventional LNG carrier and can provide enough gas to meet London’s needs for a week. The delivery of this 300th cargo to the UK is a significant milestone in fulfilling the vision of His Highness The Emir, Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, and under the guidance of His Excellency Dr Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Sada, Minister for Energy & Industry.

Sheikh Saoud Al-Thani, South Hook Gas Company Chairman said, “The arrival of LNG has transformed gas supply to the UK as it can now access supplies from all over the world and this has improved energy security. The arrival of our 300^th cargo demonstrates our long-term commitment to the UK.”

South Hook Gas has supplied gas every day since commencing operations and can supply around 20% of the UK’s gas needs.

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For more information about South Hook Gas, visit www.southookgas.com or contact Daniel Schraibman dschraibman@southhookgas.com  Office: +44 20 7234 3510 / Mobile: +44 7787 418 664

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, SHG is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

About South Hook LNG Terminal

• South Hook LNG Terminal is one of Europe’s largest Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), regasification facilities. It has the processing capacity of 15.6 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) and is capable of delivering up to 21 billion cubic metres (bcm) per annum of gas into the National Transmission System (NTS) – equivalent to around 20% of current UK gas needs.
• South Hook LNG’s shareholders are Qatar Petroleum International, ExxonMobil and Total.

Former UK Minister, Charles Hendry, with South Hook Gas’ Rashid Al-Marri

31 January 2013 – More than 140 people attended South Hook Gas’s first major event since its launch party at Banqueting House in 2009. The venue this time though was newer and higher and guests got to enjoy the views from The Shard, Western Europe’s highest building, in advance of its official opening to the public.

Amongst the dignitaries attending the event were a number of parliamentarians including Charles Hendry, former UK Minister of Energy & Climate Change, officials from the State of Qatar Embassy, South Hook Gas customers and industry partners as well as a leading energy academics and journalists.

In his speech, Rashid Al-Marri, Director and General Manager of South Hook Gas, highlighted the company’s contribution to UK energy security. Since commencing operations, South Hook Gas has imported more than 280 LNG cargoes, making it the UK’s largest LNG importer and one of the largest in Europe.

He concluded, “The success of our business is determined by the strength of our relationships with our key stakeholders and our teams. This event at The Shard was a great way for us to remind everyone of all that we have achieved so far and to thank each of you for your contribution to that success.”

Mr Al-Marri speaking at the event

Also speaking at the event was Irvine Sellar, the man behind The Shard. Mr Al-Marri congratulated him on the successful development of the project which for him symbolises the growing relationship between the UK and Qatar, particularly in the areas of trade and investment, and education and training. Indeed, he estimated that total Qatari investments in the UK, including South Hook Gas and The Shard, are now worth more than £10bn.

From left to right: David Beaton, Head of Power, Gas, Coal & Emissions Trading Europe, Noble Clean Fuels, Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager, South Hook Gas, and Brad Blesie, Head of Business Development, European Power & Gas, Noble Clean Fuels

9 October 2012 – South Hook Gas has signed a framework agreement with Noble Clean Fuels Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Noble Group (“Noble”), for access to spare LNG import capacity at the South Hook Terminal.

South Hook Gas already delivers gas to ExxonMobil Gas Marketing Europe and Total Gas & Power, and, additionally, has regasification services agreements with ConocoPhillips, EGL (now Axpo), Chevron and Trafigura.

Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager at South Hook Gas said, “We’ve said since starting operations that we wanted to help improve supply diversity and competition in the UK energy market. We’re now supplying more gas into the UK than any other LNG shipper and by signing new access agreements such as this one with Noble, we’re fulfilling our promises.”

“We are pleased to sign this agreement, allowing us to unload LNG volumes destined for the UK downstream gas market, where we are already managing physical gas flows with assets such as the Holford underground gas storage facility. This contract adds to Noble’s portfolio of flexible assets across the shipping, supply, regasification and marketing elements of the LNG value chain in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins,” said Alejandro Sanchez Gestido, Global Head of LNG at Noble.

South Hook Gas has supplied gas every day into the UK market since commencing operations in 2010, helping to improve security of supply. In little more than two years, the company has grown rapidly and can supply around 20% of the UK’s gas needs.

Natural gas is a flexible and safe energy source that can provide reliable back-up to intermittent renewable energy supplies such as wind and solar. As one of the cleanest burning hydrocarbons, it can also help the UK to achieve its greenhouse gas emissions targets as it has lower emissions than both coal and oil.

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For more information about South Hook, contact Daniel Schraibman dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510 / Mobile: +44 7787 418 664

For further information about Noble Group, visit www.thisisnoble.com or contact Jessica Corvo jessicacorvo@thisisnoble.com
Office: +852 2861 4649

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, South Hook Gas is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

About Noble Group

• Noble Group (SGX: N21) manages the global supply chain of agricultural and energy products, metals and minerals. Noble operates from over 140 locations, employing more than 70 nationalities. Noble manages a diversified portfolio of essential raw materials, integrating the sourcing, marketing, processing, financing and transportation of those materials.
• Noble owns and manages a portfolio of strategic assets, sourcing from low cost producers such as Brazil, Argentina, Australia and Indonesia and supplying to high growth demand markets including China, India and the Middle East. Today, Noble has interests in grain crushing facilities, coal and iron ore mines, fuel terminals and storage facilities, sugar and ethanol plants, ports, vessels and other key infrastructure facilities.

Rashid Al-Marri, South Hook Gas General Manager, with David Cox, Managing Director at the Gas Forum

3 October 2012 – This week, Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager of South Hook Gas, was invited to speak at  the Gas Forum annual conference which was held in Cavendish Square in London.

One of the key conference discussions focused around whether the UK was an attractive market for gas imports with comments from Statoil on the pipeline perspective with South Hook Gas giving the LNG importers view. Mr Al-Marri gave an overview of the development of the UK LNG sector and its positive contribution to UK energy security, competition and the UK Government’s plans to decarbonise the economy. He then outlined some of the future trends in natural gas and LNG, particularly in the road transport and marine sectors.

He finished by expressing his view that the UK continues to be an attractive long-term market but that the Government needs to do more to encourage the investment required to upgrade the gas and power systems.

To see the full list of speakers, click here: http://www.gasforum.co.uk/admin/documents/Gas%20Forum%20Annual%20Conference%20-%20programme%20v3.pdf

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For more information about South Hook, contact Daniel Schraibman dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510 / Mobile: +44 7787 418 664

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, South Hook Gas is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

The Milaha Ras Laffan at berth at South Hook Terminal. Photograph courtesy of Aurora Imaging and South Hook LNG Terminal

Fahad Al-Subaiey, South Hook Gas Chairman said, “South Hook Gas now supplies more gas into the UK than any other LNG shipper and this agreement with RasGas gives us the opportunity to receive additional cargoes in future, helping to improve supply diversity.”

“This agreement marks the latest addition to RasGas’ growing portfolio in the European market. As Europe continues to work towards meeting CO₂ emissions targets whilst meeting energy needs, we are seeing more interest in LNG as a clean fuel,” said Khalid Sultan R Al-Kuwari, Marketing and Shipping Executive at RasGas.

South Hook Gas has supplied gas every day into the UK market since commencing operations in 2010, helping to improve security of supply. In little more than two years, the company has grown rapidly and can supply around 20% of the UK’s gas needs.

LNG is a flexible and safe energy source that can provide reliable back-up to intermittent renewable energy supplies such as wind and solar. As one of the cleanest burning hydrocarbons, it can also help the UK to achieve its greenhouse gas emissions targets as it has lower emissions than both coal and oil.

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For more information about South Hook Gas, contact Daniel Schraibman dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510 / Mobile: +44 7787 418 664

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, South Hook Gas is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

During his time there, the Ambassador learned about the important role that Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has played in meeting the UK’s energy needs, with almost a quarter of the natural gas delivered to the UK in 2011 coming from Qatar.

After meeting members of the management teams of the two companies, the Ambassador was taken on a tour of the facility, based at the Port of Milford Haven, where operational reliability is underpinned by the highest of safety standards. The tour included an iintroduction to the terminal’s central control room, where the LNG and natural gas flows are managed, and viewing the jetty and unloading facilities.

Commenting on his visit, Michael O’Neill, UK Ambassador to Qatar said: “I was delighted to travel to South Wales to visit the South Hook LNG Terminal, having seen the other end of the supply chain at Ras Laffan in Qatar a few weeks ago. The terminal’s importance to UK energy security was reflected in the presence at its opening in 2009 of His Highness the Emir of Qatar and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. South Hook Terminal’s efficient, high-tech systems and environmentally-sensitive design, located in a spectacular part of the British coastline, are an excellent symbol of the flourishing partnership between the UK and Qatar.”

Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager of South Hook Gas said: “I’d like to thank The Ambassador for taking the time to visit South Hook LNG Terminal, particularly so soon after his appointment. His visit highlights the importance of the long-term relationship between Qatar and the UK.”

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For media enquiries about South Hook Gas, contact Daniel Schraibman
dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510
Mobile: +44 7787 418 664                                                                                              Switchboard: +44 207 234 3500

For more information about South Hook LNG Terminal, visit www.southhooklng.com
or contact Mariam Dalziel mdalziel@southhooklng.com Tel: +44 (0)1437 782202 or
Carol Lewis clewis@southhooklng.com Tel: +44 (0)1437 782077

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, South Hook Gas is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

About South Hook LNG

• South Hook LNG Terminal is one of the largest LNG terminals in Europe and has the capacity to process up to 20% of UK natural gas demand.
• South Hook LNG is formed through the partnerships of its three shareholders Qatar Petroleum International (67.5%), ExxonMobil (24.15%) and Total (8.35%).

Donovan Waite of South Hook Gas speaking at the Flame Conference

18 April 2012 – For the second year, South Hook Gas sponsored the Flame Gas & LNG Conference held in Amsterdam. In addition, the company was one of the exhibitors at the event and its Commercial Manager, Donovan Waite was one of the key speakers.

He spoke about “Adapting to the 2050 Roadmap – The role of LNG in Europe,” which gave an overview of South Hook Gas as one of Europe’s largest LNG import companies in the largest LNG market in Europe, and then highlighted how natural gas and in particular LNG was helping the EU to reduce its greenhouse gas emission.

For more information about the Flame conference, visit: http://www.icbi-flame.com/

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For media enquiries about South Hook Gas, contact Daniel Schraibman
dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510
Mobile: +44 7787 418 664
Switchboard: +44 207 234 3500

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, SHG is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

Kay Riley of South Hook Gas speaking at the Global LNG Forum in Marseille

9 February 2012 – South Hook Gas was invited to speak at the 2nd Global LNG Forum which was held in Marseille. Representing the company was Kay Riley, Manager, Planning & Supply Chain. In her speech, Riley outlined her thoughts on the role for natural gas and specifically for LNG in helping Europe to maintain energy security and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. For more information on the Global LNG Forum, visit: http://oilgas.flemingeurope.com/global-lng-forum

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For media enquiries about South Hook Gas, contact Daniel Schraibman
dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510
Mobile: +44 7787 418 664
Switchboard: +44 207 234 3500

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, SHG is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager of South Hook Gas speaking at the Czech Gas Conference

8 November 2011 – South Hook Gas was one of the speakers today at the autumn Czech Gas Conference which was held in the prestigious surroundings of Prague Castle. Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager of South Hook Gas was invited to speak about the development of the Qatari LNG sector and how it has contributed to improved energy security in Europe. He then explained the role of South Hook Gas and its rapid growth to become the largest LNG supplier in the UK and one of the largest in Europe.

For more information about the conference, visit http://www.cgoa.cz/en/industry-events/agc-2011.ep/

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For media enquiries about South Hook Gas,
contact Daniel Schraibman
dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510
Mobile: +44 7787 418 664
Switchboard: +44 207 234 3500

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.

Established in 2004 and based in London, SHG is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum International (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).

The company already delivers gas to ExxonMobil Gas Marketing Europe and has regasification services agreements with Total Gas & Power, ConocoPhillips, EGL and Trafigura.

Rashid Al-Marri, General Manager at South Hook Gas said, “We’ve said since starting operations that we wanted to help improve security and competition in the UK energy market. We’re now supplying more gas into the UK than any other LNG shipper and by signing new access agreements such as this one with Chevron, we’re fulfilling our promises.”

“Chevron is pleased to enter into this agreement with South Hook Gas,” said Gregor Cameron, General Manager of Chevron Natural Gas Europe. “The agreement provides Chevron with the flexibility to bring LNG into the United Kingdom when opportunities arise.”

South Hook Gas has supplied gas every day into the UK market since commencing operations in 2010, helping to improve security of supply. In little over a year, the company has grown rapidly and can supply around 20% of the UK’s gas.

LNG is a flexible and safe energy source that can provide reliable back-up to intermittent renewable energy supplies such as wind and solar. As one of the cleanest burning hydrocarbons, natural gas can also help the UK to achieve its greenhouse gas emissions targets as it produces around 50% less CO₂ than coal.

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For media enquiries about South Hook Gas,
contact Daniel Schraibman
dschraibman@southhookgas.com
Office: +44 20 7234 3510
Mobile: +44 7787 418 664
Switchboard: +44 207 234 3500

Notes to editors

About South Hook Gas

• South Hook Gas (SHG) is an LNG import company and terminal shipper, which owns and manages all of the regasification capacity as well as System Entry Capacity at the South Hook LNG Terminal at Milford Haven in Wales.
• Established in 2004 and based in London, SHG is a joint venture between Qatar Petroleum (70 per cent) and ExxonMobil (30 per cent).