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Price Gap Between Alberta Gas and European Benchmark Signals Arctic Trade Potential

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What happened

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A conference in Winnipeg gathered experts to discuss the economic potential of the Arctic. The discussion focused on the viability of using Hudson Bay as a trade route between North America and Europe. The price gap between Alberta gas and European benchmarks was noted as enormous. While Alberta's reference price averaged $1.37 per gigajoule in June, the European benchmark contract closed above 80 euros a megawatt-hour, equating to about $36 Canadian per gigajoule.

From paherald.sk.ca

Why it matters

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The price disparity exists between what Alberta gas sells for ($1-$2 per gigajoule) and the European market price. Proponents suggest the Hudson Bay to Europe route is approximately 3,000 km shorter than routes from the U.S. Gulf Coast. However, establishing this trade requires a liquefaction plant, a rail link, and a wharf.

From paherald.sk.ca

Who's involved

  • AlbertaProvince of Canada whose gas prices are compared to international benchmarks.
  • EuropeTerrestrial continent whose energy market is referenced in the discussion.
  • British ColumbiaProvince of Canada involved in the conference discussing regional infrastructure.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Arctic Research FoundationSpeculative

    The Arctic Research Foundation could see its core business bolstered by the validation of the Arctic trade route viability.

  • EuropeSpeculative

    Europe might benefit from a new, shorter, year-round LNG route to address energy supply and price gaps.

  • North AmericaSpeculative

    North America could see its core business validated through the potential for LNG exports to Europe.

  • ManitobaSpeculative

    Manitoba could potentially integrate into the new Hudson Bay/Europe trade corridor logistics.

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