During the latest mid-month period, prices at Mont Belvieu, Texas, increased. The posted prices increased 1.25 cents/gal, from March mid-month to April mid-month, and the spot prices increased 1.75 cents. Conway, Kansas, postings increased 5.5 cents/gal, and spots increased 3.25 cents over the month.

Washington, D.C. (April 9, 2024) — The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) decreased its forecast for United States coal exports following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the resulting closure of the Port of Baltimore. In its April Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), EIA reduced its forecasts for U.S. coal exports for April by 33% and for May by 20% from previous forecasts.

EDP has acquired Queen City Propane, a propane service and equipment provider that has served residential, commercial and industrial customers. The acquisition expands EDP's operations in the Cincinnati area.

 

Richmond, Va. (April 2, 2024) — As emissions regulations across the country get stricter, port authorities can take advantage of more than $650 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD). Grant dollars from the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) can be used for projects that include environmental and emissions mitigation measures and terminal equipment upgrades.

SAN DIEGO (March 27, 2024) — Lytx Inc., a video safety and video telematics provider, recognized the winners of the 2024 Driver and Coach of the Year awards and their positive influence on roadway safety. Each winner successfully implemented the Lytx Driver Safety Program, which combines machine vision and artificial intelligence (MV+AI) technology with customizable coaching tools and reporting to advance fleet safety skills.

At this year's NPGA Southeastern Propane Expo, Women in the Propane will be recording a live podcast session. The podcast "Through the Leadership Lens" will feature conversation between leading figures in the propane industry and provide an opportunity for listeners to ask questions.
Fairbank Equipment, a solutions provider for agricultural and propane product applications and equipment, has announced the opening of a new location in Grain Valley, Missouri. The grand opening took place on March 28 and hosted over 50 attendees.
Santa Energy, a fuel service provider, has acquired fellow Connecticut-based fuel provider Branchville Oil Company. Gray, Gray & Gray presided over the acquisition process, providing counsel for Branchville Oil.
Don’t miss the Premier Trade Show for the Energy and Comfort Industries May 19-22, 2024 at Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
Wade Boggs, renowned baseball star, will be the keynote speaker at the Eastern Energy Expo in Uncasville, CT, on May 21-22, 2024, following Bill Walton's cancellation. The expo will feature over 200 exhibits, educational programs, and updates on industry initiatives like the Bioheat fuel Digital Marketing Campaign.
Nine graduates completed PPATEC's HVAC and Energy Professional Program, entering a field with high demand and promising career prospects. The program addresses a statewide shortage of technicians and offers financial support for candidates, including scholarships and employment opportunities.
DLE Celebrates Jacobs' Term and Platz-Velazquez's Stepping into Role
Delta Liquid Energy announces Robert Jacobs' retirement after 32 years as vice president, with Allison Platz-Velazquez taking over. Jacobs' contributions are praised, and Platz-Velazquez looks forward to building relationships with customers in her new role.
The new site will be the digital home of RegO Products and Acme Cryogenics product brands
OPW has launched a new website for its Clean Energy Solutions business unit, featuring product brands like RegO Products and Acme Cryogenics. The website offers a one-stop location for information on valves, flow controls and cryogenic products, with regoproducts.com focusing on propane energy products.

Canada's primary underground propane inventories decreased by 28.57% in March, Canada Energy Regulator (CER). The total represented a month-to-month decrease of 311.3 Mcm. Compared to a year earlier, stocks were higher, with 100 Mcm, or 14.75%, more product on hand.

EDP has acquired the propane assets of P. Gagnon & Son, a family-owned fuel company based in South Berwick, Maine, serving customers in Maine and New Hampshire. The acquisition aims to expand EDP's presence in New England and maintain P. Gagnon & Son's legacy of providing safe and reliable service under EDP's ownership.
Kohda Valve Japan and Cavagna Group Italy have formed an industrial cooperation joint venture agreement focused on specialty and high purity gases flow control products. The partnership aims to strengthen their market positions in High Purity Gases international markets, including North America, Europe and selected Far East markets.