# Asian Utilities

Type: Company

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-11**: Force Majeure Declared — Shell and TotalEnergies officially notify customers of their inability to fulfill LNG delivery contracts from Qatar.
- **2026-03-11**: Market Reaction — Energy analysts monitor the Japan-Korea Marker (JKM) for potential price spikes in the Asian spot market.
- **2026-03-11**: Production Shutdown — Reports confirm that the force majeure stems from a significant operational halt at Qatari liquefaction facilities.

## Recent coverage (2 stories)

### Asian Utilities Pivot to Coal as LNG Supply Crunch Hits Energy Markets
2026-03-19 04:41:32 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 8

A tightening global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) market has forced major Asian utilities to increase coal consumption to ensure grid stability. This shift highlights the growing tension between energy security and decarbonization goals as high spot prices make gas-fired power economically unviable.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/lng-crunch-asian-utilities-coal-pivot

### Shell and TotalEnergies Declare Force Majeure on Qatari LNG Supplies
2026-03-11 12:06:42 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

Shell and TotalEnergies have invoked force majeure on liquefied natural gas (LNG) contracts following an unexpected shutdown of production facilities in Qatar. The move signals a significant disruption in global energy flows, particularly impacting long-term supply agreements with major Asian importers.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/shell-totalenergies-force-majeure-qatar-lng

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